Join us for two Saturdays on March 30 and April 6 at 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. for our Puna Hongwanji Education Series. Sessions will be available in person or online via Zoom. The topic will be “You Always Wanted to Know About Buddhism.” Exploring a fundamental teaching of Buddhism navigating life’s challenges with compassion
Read MoreJoin us on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. We will have our Ohigan Service and recognize our keirokai members who will turn 80 in 2024. We have 16 members to recognize. After the service join us in the social hall for our Shinnen Enkai (New Year) luncheon. Tickets are available. Donation: Adults: $10
Read MoreJoin us on Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. on the grounds of the Puna Hongwanji Buddhist Temple at 16-492 Old Volcano Road, Keaau, HI 96749. We will have activities, games, food, crafts, and prizes at the event. Hawaii County Police Department will offer free keiki ID’s Hawaii County Fire Department
Read MoreWe will be having a rummage sale, the boutique, and some food items for sale at Puna Hongwanji on Saturday, March 9, 2024 from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon. We will have a variety of items available for sale. Please bring your patience and compassion as you sort through the items you wish to buy.
Read MoreJoin us at Puna Hongwanji on Sunday, February 11, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. for our Dana Day Service. The service will be available in person or online via Zoom. The Dana Day Service is hosted by the Puna Hongwanji Buddhist Women’s Association (BWA). Dana is selfless giving of time and energy. Asking for nothing in
Read MoreCome join us on Sunday, February 4, 2024 for our Scout Sunday Service at 9:00 a.m. Service is available in person or online via Zoom. The message will be delivered by Clifford Furukado. To receive the Zoom link please email mpunahongwanji@tcw.com.
Read MoreCarving the Divine by Yujiro Seki Join us for a special screening of the documentary film “Carving the Divine”, directed by Yujiro Seki. This film offers a rare glimpse into a 1400-year-old Buddhist woodcarving tradition and the practitioners who are working hard to preserve its legacy in a rapidly changing Japan. This is a movie
Read MoreYou are cordially invited to join us for the Infant Rite Ceremony on Sunday, January 28, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. during our Sunday Service. This is the first encounter with Amida Buddha in Joy & Compassion, a moment filled with wishes and love from family, friends and sangha members. Everyone is welcomed, regardless of membership
Read MoreWhat is the Triple Celebration? 850th Anniversary of Shinran Shonin’s Birth 800th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Jodo Shinshu Teaching 135th Anniversary of the Honpa Hongwanji On Saturday, September 7, 2024 and Sunday, September 8, 2024 will be the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii Triple Celebration at the Ala Moana Hotel. For more information
Read MorePlease stop by Puna Hongwanji with your donation for the Food Basket of Hawaii Island. We will be collecting non-perishable items and monetary donations on Sunday, January 14, 2024 from 10:30 am – 12 noon. Your donations will be donated to help stock the Food Basket in Hilo. If you would like to make a
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