Sunday Family Service

Rev. David Nakamoto welcoming members & guests to Family Service

Rev. David Nakamoto welcoming members & guests to Family Service

Today's Dharma Talk was given by Rev. David Nakamoto on the theme of perseverance. Rev. David recounted his recent trip to Hokkaido, the northern-most prefecture in Japan, where the people of Hokkaido have had to persevere to overcome the harsh climate of the region.

M.C. Cynthia Rodriguez begins the service

Dennis "Green Lantern" Tashiro

Halloween refreshments were enjoyed after the service. In case you're wondering, "brains" taste a lot like peach Jello, and the worms definitely aren't the same ones discussed in Matts Okamoto's gardening class.

Brains & Worms

Worms in Dirt

These donuts had bite!

Dinner & A Movie Night

Dinner followed by the showing of the animated movie Zootopia, complete with freshly popped popcorn. 

Zootopia is not only enjoyable as an animated comedy, but also delivers messages pertinent to the current state of the world including the dangers of stereotypes and prejudices. The movie also shows us the importance of embracing change.

“No matter what kind of person you are, I implore you: Try. Try to make the world a better place. Look inside yourself and recognize that change starts with you.”
— Officer Judy Hopps, Zootopia
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Peace Day & Autumn Ohigan Service

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Rev. David Nakamoto delivering the Dharma Talk at the Peace Day Service on September 25, 2016

Rev. David Nakamoto delivering the Dharma Talk at the Peace Day Service on September 25, 2016

Today's Family Sunday Service recognized two important events: Peace Day in Hawaii, which was on Wednesday, September 21, and the Autumn Ohigan (Equinox), an observation of the seasonal change from Summer to Autumn.

Rededication Service

Today's Family Service at Kailua Hongwanji was also a Rededication Service. The Dharma Talk was given by Rev. Irene Nakamoto. She asked the congregation to discuss how how we are rededicating ourselves in embracing change and creating engagement, this year's Hongwanji theme.