August 27, 2010 Kelowna Buddhist Temple The New Dharma Express PO. Box 22092, RPO Capri Centre Kelowna, B.C. V1Y 9N9 phone 250-763-3827 www.kelownabuddhisttemple.org Special points of interest: Wed. Sept 1, TSS Meditation Thurs. Sept 2, TSS Meditation Fri. Sept 3, TSS Meditation Wed. Sept 8, TSS Meditation Thurs. Sept 9, TSS Meditation, Temple Executive Meeting 7pm Fri. Sept 10, TSS Meditation Sun. Sept 12, Fall Ohigan ye & Eitaikyo, Monthly Memorial Service 10am Wed. Sept 15, TSS Meditation Thurs. Sept 16, TSS Meditation Monthly Memorial SEPTEMBER Mrs. Masao Yamaoka Mr. Yonetaro Tainaka Mr. Tomekichi Hikida Mrs. Hatsu Koga Master Eugene Shiosaki Mr. Takeru Tanemura Mrs. Tomo Kitamura Mrs. Yuki Nishi Mr. Joseph Hattori Mr. Koichi Hayashi Mrs. Tomiye Yokota Sept. Lawn Cutting Scotty Ueda 4 Brian Yamaoka 11 Derek Mayeda 18 Don Favell 25 Special points of interest: Fri. Sept 17, TSS Meditation Wed. Sept 22, TSS Meditation Thurs. Sept 23, TSS Meditation Fri. Sept 24, TSS Meditation Clean-up Altar Toban Group #3 M/M Alan Yamaoka Mr. Reg Tomiye Mr. Michael Martin Mrs. Genevra Cavanaugh M/M Yuki Tanemura Mr. Jim Nishi M/M Teruo Ogi M/M Tosh Suzuki Mr. George Terada Mr George Hayashi Mr. Brian Yamaoka Ms. Lisa Yamaoka Ms. Carrie Yamaoka M/M Dan Romaniuk Mrs. Barb MacCarl Mrs. Chiyoko Yamaoka Mrs. Sakae Nishi Special points of interest: Fri. Sept 24, BC Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Temples Federation (BCJSBTF) Convention Banquet 5:30pm Sat. Sept 25, BCJSBTF Conference 1pm, Sarana Affirmation 5pm by Shinmon sama Inside this issue: Sensei s Article 2 Editor s Article 3 Calendar 4 BCC Update 5 From Executive 6 Rambling two 7 The Journey 8 Japanese Calendar 9 Donations 10 Special points of interest: Sun. Sept 26, 750th Memorial Anniversary of Shinran Shonin in Steveston Wed. Sept 29, TSS Meditation Thurs. Sept 30, TSS Meditation
Page 2 From Sensei Peace and Nonviolence August 6th, 2010 marks a memorable day in human history. On that day in 1945, the people of Hiroshima experienced a devastating tragedy. Three days later that horror was repeated in Nagasaki. Now, sixty-five years later, we respectfully remember the people who suffered and those whose lives were forever changed. This is the fourth year that we have conveyed our message of Peace and Nonviolence by holding a 12-hour Chanting Event. We hope that by doing so, that we can convey the message that we can all live in peace, harmony, and nonviolence. In Japan, this is the first year that delegates from the United States, as well as the Secretary General of the United Nations have attended in the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Ceremony. The Secretary- General of the United Nations, Ban Kee Moon in his message, referred to Hiroshima as now an epicenter of Peace, and pledged his commitment to the promotion of nuclear disarmament. On August 6th during our Sutra chanting, we delivered the following message to the community. I would like to share this message with you. In Remembrance of the 1945 Atomic Attack On this morning, of August 6 th the bells of Hiroshima echo in the sky, marking 65 years since the Atomic bombing of Hiroshima of 1945. On that morning, at 8.15 am, a single atomic bomb was dropped from an American warplane, and detonated about 600 meters (1,900 ft.) above the city of Hiroshima. This created a blast equivalent to about 13 kilotons of TNT, instantly destroying the city. The resulting fires swept across more than 4 sq. miles. In an instant, 70,000 people were killed. An estimate of total deaths by the end of 1945 from burns, radiation and related diseases was approximately 140,000. It was estimated that up to 200,000 people had died by 1950 due to cancer, or other long-term effects from the high levels of radioactivity. At the time of the blast, most of these innocent victims never knew what had happened. People pleaded for water as death overtook their charred bodies. Survivors have told us that children, burned and blackened, so weak that they could not call out, lay whimpering passively, with their eyes closed. In describing the destruction observed in Hiroshima, it was reported in the news that practically all living things, human and animal, were literally scorched to death. Those people who narrowly survived the blast were afflicted with deep physical and emotional wounds that could never be healed, and they continue to suffer to this day. The after-effects of radiation have continued to inflict damage on the children of the survivors, through genetic mutations, and through various radiation related cancerous illnesses. Sixty five years later people are still suffering from the after-effects of the bomb, and from the mental anguish of the horrors that they experienced and witnessed on that day. After 65 years, the survivors still bear the physical and emotional scars from the atomic bombing. Today, we pause to remember the victims, and to pray for World Peace. As we mark this 65 th anniversary of the atomic bombing, we remember those who died. As Buddhists, we commit ourselves to the principles of peace and non-violence, and to the sanctity of all life. Let us all join together in promoting the principles of world peace. Let us never again allow this to happen to any nation in our world. Let us not forget the victims of Hiroshima or the horrors that are caused by nuclear war. Namo Amida Butsu In Gassho, Yasuhiro Miyakawa
Message from the Editor I start this new Edition on a serious note, my friend and neighbor lost their 25 year old son in a drowning accident on Okanagan Lake. I just got back from Alberta after being held-up in Golden for 4 hours due to a head-on crash killing 4 people. All these events should give us pause to reflect on what we have (not in possessions), and how quickly and easily it can be lost. When our son had his car accident almost 2 years ago now, I came close to feeling immense loss. It isn t something that I want to go through again any time soon. I m truly upset when I also find out that we had our two air conditioning units stolen from the Temple, Page 3 plus recently at work, we were defrauded thousands in a credit card scam. Life is becoming very chaotic, the young, and honest people are dying or leave us to suffer, but the crooked nasty people are happily avoiding capture. There seems little justice in this world My message this month is short give someone a hug today! Hopefully this will do two things, show them how much you love them, and give them a sense of value and pride. In Gassho, jiro Please visit the website below for information about the 750 th Shinran Shonin Memorial and 14 th World Women s Conference in Kyoto Japan next year May 12 18 (there are optional tours to Hokkaido or Shikoku). Posters are up at the Temple, pick-up a pamphlet or just ask Sensei for information, should be a once in a life time experience. Will see you in Kyoto! http://www.kiecan.com/toronto/750 Check out our new Web Site! www.kelownabuddhisttemple.org the Temple Executive and Members wish to thank Gabriel Abney, I.D. Web Solutions and Jon West, CMGCalgary: for their assistance in the new Web Site. CMGCalgary is hosting the site and designed our new template, while Gabriel provided his expertise on the Members Only and Photo Gallery sections. We truly appreciate your talents and help, the internet has become a huge contributing factor in the future of Jodo Shinshu in Kelowna and Canada. In Gassho Jodo Shinshu Shogyo The light of compassion that grasps us illumines and protects us always: The darkness of our ignorance is already broken through; Still the clouds and mists of greed and desire, anger and hatred, Cover as always the sky of true and ral shinjin. But though the light of the sun is veiled by clouds and mists, beneath the clouds and mists there is brightness, not dark. When one realizes shinjin, seeing and revering and attaining great joy, One immediately leaps crosswise, closing off the five evil courses
Page 4 September 2010 Sun Mon Tu e Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 TSS Meditation 2 TSS Meditation 3 TSS Meditation Taiko Practice 7-9pm 4 Lawn Cutting - Scott Ueda 5 6 Taiko Practice 7-9pm 7 8 TSS Meditation 9 TSS Meditation Temple Executive Meeting 7pm 10 TSS Meditation Taiko Practice 7-9pm 11 Lawn Cutting Brian Yamaoka 12 Fall Ohigan ye & Eitaikyo, Monthly Memorial Service 10am 13 Taiko Practice 7-9pm 14 15 TSS Meditation 16 TSS Meditation Japanese Cuisine 7pm 17 TSS Meditation Taiko Practice 7-9pm 18 Lawn Cutting Derek Mayeda 19 20 Taiko Practice 7-9pm 21 22 TSS Meditation 23 TSS Meditation 24 TSS Meditation Taiko Practice 7-9pm BCJSBTF Convention Banquet 5:30pm in Steveston 25 BCJSBTF Convention 1pm, Sarana Affirmation 5pm Lawn Cutting Don Favell 26 750th Memorial of Shinran Shonin in Steveston 10:30am 27 Taiko Practice 7-9pm 28 29 TSS Meditation 30 TSS Meditation 1 TSS Meditation 2
Page 5 JSBTC Update: A monthly update from the national headquarters of the Shin Buddhist Temples of Canada 11786 Fentiman Place, Richmond, B.C., V7E 6M6 Ph: 604-272-3330 fax: 604-272-6865 Web: livingdharmacentre.ca It seems that the beautiful summer season has finally come from coast to coast in Canada and so does Obon season in July and August, which has established itself as one of the summer features in the Buddhist community. I understand that Obon gives us three important opportunities for reflection; reflection of the past, reflection of the present, and reflection of the future. First of all, we visit the gravesite of our loved ones to remember and pay tribute to them; cherishing the fond memories of our parents, grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends who had supported and maintained our life through their love and care. Secondly we go to the temple to cherish Buddha-Dharma to meet the Buddha as well as to find ourselves, realizing how fortunate we are living this precious life today. Thirdly we enjoy the company of the family, relatives, and friends by sharing the meals together. And being recharged spiritually and physically we dance Bon Odori with hope and joy for the future. May this tradition be maintained for a long time to come, so that it will be one of the main features of our Canadian society. May I also remind each and everyone that all the loved ones are living within your life in the meditation of the Nembutsu. Human life is difficult to live. But how wonderful it is to realize the fact we are made possible to live now. And it is beautiful to carry on this human life. In Gassho, Namoamidabutsu, Orai Fujikawa ようやく広いカナダ全体に夏がやってきたようです 同時に 7 月 8 月は各地でお盆法要が勤まります お盆の行事は私たちに三つの大切なことを教えてくれます まずお墓参りをして 今は亡き方々 父母 祖父母 叔父 叔母 友を懐かしく思い浮かべ数々のご恩に感謝いたしましょう それからお寺参りをして 今生かされていることを慶び これからこの人生をいかに生きるか またいかに死すべきか 仏法にたずねてみましょう そして家族 親戚 友人とお斎を頂き日ごろのご無沙汰を語り合い 心身ともに歓喜して大いに踊りましょう 先輩は次のように述べておられます 生きることは難しい しかし生かされていることは ありがたい そして生きてゆくことは美しい なもあみだぶつ釈往来 Coming Events September 23-24 JSBTC MA Meeting/Seminar in Vancouver, BC 25-26 BC District s 750 th Memorial of Shinran Shonin in Steveston, BC Shinmon-sama will be officiating. October 16 JSBTC Board Meeting at HQ 30-31 Alberta District s 750 th Memorial of Shinran Shonin in Calgary, AB
From The Temple Executive Signs Signs Signs We are constantly inundated by thousands of signs daily all with their own special messages. It s a wonder that we aren t all desensitized to what we see and hear every day. I would guess that just an average day driving your car through town, your brain must process an incredible amount of information. Most of which has to be discarded in order to drive safely. We truly live in the information age. The problem with all this distraction is that we miss things that really connect us as a Sangha. We have to concentrate our energy and attention to do as the farmers say, separate the wheat from the chaff. I have been reading a lot lately into different ideas and opinions in regards to Jodo Shinsu Buddhism. I was having a hard time reconciling the many differing views that sometimes contradict the Dharma and the writings of our founder, Shinran Shonin. I think if the Buddha were here today, he would caution against another human condition, the clouding of one s true sight and awareness by mass media and its influences. In line with greed and delusion, I see we have a problem in always looking for instant gratification. Not only are we in a state of constantly wanting, but now we also compound it by putting time lines on it as well. An example of this is would be the earthquake in Haiti or the damage from Hurricane Katrina. Are those peoples suffering any less today than when they occurred? Our insatiable thirst for instantaneous information is truly another sad human condition. It forms government policy which is fleeting at best. No one seems to have vision mostly due to the fickle attention of the people and the need of mass media to supply it and sell more ad space. We must filter out the unnecessary and focus on what s truly important. I was brought to this by a rather simple observation which I believe is Page 6 brought to us by Amida Buddha and who is constantly sending forth messages such as this. Emily and I were delivering the mail to the temple one day and as we walked in the parking lot we were both stopped by the beauty of one flower. This flower had somehow come from seed and had somehow found its way into our parking lot. It fell into a crack into the asphalt and there it germinated. The weather was extremely warm and dry but somehow it grew and blossomed into a beautiful red flower in the most difficult of conditions. Yet this little flower persevered and avoided getting run over I think just to make me aware. I have reflected on this many times. What my problem with the differing viewpoints was sometimes taking things too literal. Not seeing the forest for the trees. I now realize that quite often the intent of the message is just really another sign pointing us to a clearer insight to workings of Amida Buddha. I try not to get caught up in the details so much as realize that I m being pointed in the right direction. Coming to the Temple, Listening to Sensei s Dharma talks, socializing with like minded people, attending functions which further Amida s message and just basically taking time to be observant of the truly important signs around us, all are ways we can filter out the unimportant from the true message. I am trying to not over complicate things and take the time to enjoy what has been laid out in front of me. Namu Amida Butsu. The JSBTC (Formerly BCC) Women s Federation is launching a Gift Card Shop and Support Campaign to major retailers (for a complete list, contact Tomoye Yamaoka, or Barb Yamaoka) - a portion of the Gift Card will go to support the 2015 Women s Convention and the 750th Anniversary (2011) of the passing of our Founder, Shinran Shonin. Obviously these cards will make a great Birthday, Anniversary or Christmas Gift, they will be made available over the next few months, however, don t delay, get your Gift Cards today. In Gassho
Just Rambling Two the other to I sincerely hope my poor Just Rambling will encourage Suey Koga, Just Rambling number one to come out of retirement! That said, I attended two Obon Services this year ours and at the Buddhist Temple of Southern Alberta (road trip on my motorcycle). Their Obon Odori was the Saturday prior to service and although I originally thought it unusual, it was really great! They sold Dharma Dogs, BBQ d Chicken skewers, Rice Balls and Spam Sushi plus brought the spirit of Obon and dancing to a broader spectrum of people than you could imagine (something we should do). The Obon Dancing was totally different than what we do in the Okanagan, disappointing for me only because, I wanted to dance so bad. The guest Minister was Rev. Patricia Usuki from San Fernando Buddhist Temple in California, her talk was very interesting as it touched on interdependence, interconnectedness and ego. As she spoke, I became home sick for all the family and friends that I had left behind over 20 years ago kids have kids and I recognize only a handful of family and friends. I m chubbier, greyer and have less hair but inside, I m the same, but everything has changed. Should I be sad or happy? I m Japanese Cuisine! There is an expressed interest to learn to make some of the intricate Japanese dishes. Starting September the temple will host a session once a month. First month will be learning to make Konnyaku. Anko, mochi manju and mushi manju are some of the other ideas. If you have friends who would like to learn, they will be most welcomed. A drop in fee of $2.00 per person will be charged. Date: Thursday, September 16 Time: 7:00 pm If there is something you would like to learn to cook, make or would like to share a recipe please give Shirley a call at 250-762-2653 or email her at stanemura@shaw.ca Page 7 happy with the Shanga here in Kelowna, but I don t want to miss out on being part of life in Southern Alberta. While in Alberta, I was very fortunate to see my Auntie before she passed away, after battling kidney problems, and I was also able to visit my Uncles grave site, as he passed away last year. My father-in-law just got out of the hospital with health problems of his own, and both of my wife s parents aren t moving around the best. My Mother is 87, and I want to be there for her, as she was for all us 9 kids. Now you see why I was home sick, but I cannot be in two places at once my home is Kelowna, but Alberta will always tug at my heart strings, even with the wind there. Reverend Usuki also talked about Right Speech, something that I will endeavor to work on, as my mouth is always getting me into problems. This Buddhism isn t as easy as it looks... Rambling Two, the other to In Gassho, jiro Planning continues for the Senior Housing Project, we need your thoughts, please indicate by mail or email if you are: 1. Very Interested in this project 2. Slightly interested in this project Project details can be found on the web site. If you would like to put your name on the priority list please email kbtemple@telus.net or mail: Kelowna Buddhist Temple Seniors Housing Project PO Box 22092, RPO Capri Centre Kelowna, BC V1Y 9N9 If you would like further information please contact: Reg Tomiye at 250-212-0000 cell or email: rtomiye@shawbiz.ca
The Journey The following article, titled The Journey, was written by one of our Temple members, who would prefer to remain anonymous. Thank you for sharing this beautiful spiritual experience with us. THE JOURNEY I am on a journey, a cruise actually. The ship that we are on is very well appointed and sees to all of our needs. The people who are on the cruise with me are a bit of a mixed group. They are all very nice, for some they are quite new to cruising and are in awe of the power of the ship, being quite happy to just relax and soak in all of the luxuries that it has to offer. Others have been cruising most of their lives, and although they appreciate the amenities, they have an ambivalence toward the whole occasion as sometimes happens when people become so used to surroundings that they often fail to notice how special things can be. One thing that everyone agrees on however is the incredible beauty of the water. It is calm, warm and beckoning with so many shades of blue; turquoise, cobalt, midnight, sky. if one closed their eyes and imagined, they could envision it as being a huge piece of lapis lazuli, with flecks of gold appearing as the sun reflects upon it s surface. Oh, it is so beautiful people sit for hours in the deck chairs staring at it, being calmed by it, sometimes thinking about the vast realm of life and treasures that exists under it s surface, but mostly just content to be lulled by it s gentle swells as it rocks them like a loving parents arms. A few of us are interested in going on a diving trip to actually jump into the water to see what really is beneath. Most of the other passengers think it would be interesting to do, but are happy to just sit on deck and enjoy the amenities. So, off we go! Upon first entering the water, I am struck by how warm and comforting it is. Gently floating within the different currents I am able to simply let my whole being relax. I am absolutely astounded by the incredible beauty that we can see once in the water that is simply not visible from the ships deck. Schools of beautiful, multi colored fish come up to investigate me, almost seeming to beckon me to come and play with them. With the sunlight streaming through the water, it is as if I am surrounded by sparkling diamonds through which the coral appears as an almost florescent vast city of castles. Page 8 My feelings during this journey of discovery in this vast underwater place are most difficult to describe. Firstly would be gratitude that I was prompted to dare to take this dive, rather than staying safely on deck. The second feeling is a bit harder to put into words it is so much easier to actually experience it first hand. It is like every struggle, every harsh word, pain, loneliness, insecurity gets washed away and absorbed into the tranquil waters. As I continue to float among the beauty, every blink of the eye reveals another treasure, another insight into the vast and amazing world that exists so close to us and yet can only be seen unless you jump into it. The water seems to have an energy that flows through my protective dive suit and enters every cell of my body filling it with peace, understanding, gratitude and happiness. For everyone who wishes they could enjoy this journey with us, you can. This is why we chant. This is why we study. Namu Amida Butsu
Page 9 行事案内 9 月 1 日 ( 水 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 2 日 ( 木 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 3 日 ( 金 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 8 日 ( 水 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 9 日 ( 木 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 午後 7 時 仏教会役員会 10 日 ( 金 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 12 日 ( 日 ) 午前 10 時彼岸会 永代経 祥月法要 15 日 ( 水 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 16 日 ( 木 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 午後 7 時 こんにゃくの作り方 17 日 ( 金 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 22 日 ( 水 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 23 日 ( 木 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 24 日 ( 金 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 25 日 26 日於 ステフ ストン親鸞聖人 750 回忌法要 29 日 ( 水 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 30 日 ( 木 ) 午前 9 時半千部経三昧 # とても暑い日が続いていますが 皆様にはお元気でお過ごし でしょうか 九月に入れば過ごしやすくなることでしょう 秋のお彼岸会 そしてステヴストン仏教会での親鸞聖人 75 0 回忌法要 と行事が控えています 是非ご参拝下さい Recent legislation enacted by the Provincial Government restricts organizations from divulging personal information without the approval of the individuals affected. The donations generously made by Temple members and friends fall under the realm of personal information. Therefore, if you object to your donations being published in the Temple Newsletter, please let us know and we will cease doing so (Mail or Email your wish to be omitted from the published list). In Gassho, Temple Board of Directors With Gratitude the Temple and all of its Affiliated Organizations Acknowledge Your Generous Contribution and Apologies for any Errors or Omissions. General Myrt, Lawrence $30.00 Mizushima, Yoshi $50.00 Memorial Terada, M/M Takeru $50.00 Newsletter Ueda, Mrs. Amy $25.00 Yetman, M/M Pat $30.00 Tanemura, M/M Mel $50.00 Obon Donations Kawaguchi, Ms. N. $10.00 Inoguchi, Yuriko $10.00 Saito, Yuki $10.00 Nakamura, Asuka $10.00 Uchima, Karen $10.00 Arimoto, Mizue $10.00 Endo, Minami $10.00 McDowell, M/M D. $15.00 Ueda, Mrs. Yosh $20.00 Tamaki, Toyoko $20.00 Uyeyama, M/M Joe $20.00 Ishikawa, Mr. James $20.00 Richardson, Mrs. J. $20.00 Ikeda, Mrs. Akiko $20.00 Kouchiyama, M/M J. $20.00 Takeda, Mr. Nathan $20.00 Nishi, Mrs. Em $25.00 Teramura, Mr. Roy $25.00 Yamaoka, M/M Nob $25.00 Hokazono, Mr. Aiji $25.00 Ishikawa, Mrs. M. $25.00 Tomiye, Mr. Reg $25.00 Kimura, Ms. Leah $25.00 Mori, M/M Min $25.00 Koga, M/M Morio $25.00 Kakuno, Janie $25.00 Yamaoka, Mrs. C. $30.00 Yamauchi, Mrs. K. $30.00 Nishi, Mrs. Sakae $30.00 Hatanaka, Mrs. S. $30.00 Hayashi, Mrs. Shiz $30.00
With Gratitude the Temple and all of its Affiliated Organizations Acknowledge Your Generous Contribution and Apologies for any Errors or Omissions. Monthly Memorial Kendal, Martha (In Memory of Rick Wakano) $20.00 R. Suzuki & P. Tanaka $20.00 Yamaoka, M/M Nob $20.00 Kawaguchi, N. (In Memory of Butch Ueda) $20.00 Nishi, Mrs. Em $20.00 Nishi, Mrs. Sakae $20.00 Ishikawa, James $20.00 Mori, M/M Min $20.00 Yamada, M/M Ken $20.00 Terada, M/M Yosh $20.00 Suzuki, T & K $20.00 Ohashi, M/M Kiyo (In Memory of Riyomon Teramura) $25.00 Tahara, M/M Morio (In Memory of Haruye Tomiye) $25.00 Tahara, M/M Morio (In Memory of Hakojiro Tahara) $25.00 Tahara, M/M Morio (In Memory of Ume Tahara) $25.00 Ohashi, M/M Minoru (In Memory of Mrs. Masu Tainaka) $25.00 Wakano, Mrs. D. (In Memory of Rick Wakano) $30.00 Tahara, M/M Morio (In Memory of Shig Tahara) $30.00 Koga, M/M Morio (In Memory of Mrs. Kayo Terada) $30.00 Ueda, Mrs. Yosh & Scott (In Memory of Butch Ueda) $40.00 Tainaka, Mr. Albert (In Memory of wife Irene Tainaka) $50.00 Tainaka, Mr. Albert (In Memory of Mother Mrs. Masu Tainaka) $50.00 Tahara, Mr. Sumio (In Memory of Shig Tahara) $50.00 Yamaoka, M/M Jack (In Memory of Kiyo Yamaoka) $50.00 Yamaoka, M/M Dick (In Memory of Kiyo Yamaoka) $50.00 Yamaoka, M/M Dick (In Memory of Toshiye Yamaoka) $50.00 Yetman, M/M Pat (In Memory of Kiyo Yamaoka) $50.00 Yetman, M/M Pat (In Memory of Toshiye Yamaoka) $50.00 Akune, Molly (In Memory of Joe Hattori) $50.00 Terada, Naga (In Memory of Mom) $50.00 Yamaoka, Mr. Robert (In Memory of Iwamatsu & Jiro Yamaoka) $50.00 Tahara, Sumio (In Memory of Mom & Dad) $100.00 Hattori, Sayo (In Memory of Son, Joseph Hattori) $100.00 Terada, M/M Takeru (In Memory of Mrs. Take Tanemura) $200.00 Tahara, M/M Tim (Eitaikyo for Shig Tahara) $500.00 Obon Donations (continued) Tanaka, M/M Herb $30.00 Yakura, M/M T. $30.00 Favell, M/M Don $40.00 Hatanaka, Ms. Maureen $40.00 Fong, M/M Mike $40.00 Tahara, M/M Morio $40.00 R. Suzuki/P. Tanaka $40.00 Suzuki, T & K $40.00 Azama, Mr. Jack $40.00 Favell, Ms. Lindsay $40.00 Takeda, M/M Jerry $40.00 Yamaoka, Ms. Carrie $40.00 Tainaka, Mr. Albert $50.00 Hayashi, Mr. George $50.00 Koga, Mr. Suey $50.00 Ohashi, M/M Kiyo $50.00 Cameron, M/M Huston $50.00 Terai, M/M Isao $50.00 Martin, Mr. Michael $50.00 Kimura, M/M Mike $50.00 Tahara, Mr. Sumio $50.00 Omae, Shizue $50.00 Yamada, M/M Ken $50.00 Okazaki, Rose & Mrs. Kikuye Okazaki $50.00 Terada, M/M Yosh $50.00 Yamaoka, M/M Toshio $50.00 Yamaoka, M/M Alan $60.00 Tanemura, M/M Yuki $75.00 Tanemura, M/M Mel $100.00 Tahara, M/M Tim $100.00 Tainaka, Mr. Albert $100.00 Recent legislation enacted by the Provincial Government restricts organizations from divulging personal information without the approval of the individuals affected. The donations generously made by Temple members and friends fall under the realm of personal information. Therefore, if you object to your donations being published in the Temple Newsletter, please let us know and we will cease doing so (Mail or Email your wish to be omitted from the published list). In Gassho, Temple Board of Directors