BUSSHIN SEPTEMBER 2014 BUDDHIST CHURCH OF OAKLAND BUSSHIN SEPTEMBER 2014 Volume 57 Number 9 Minister’s Message 1 Message from our 2 President Newsroom OBWA 2 In Memoriam 2 October Busshin 2 Deadline Information Buddhist Education News 3 2014 Nikkoland 3 Festival Donations Dharma School News 4-5 2014 September Shotsuki 6 Memorial Service BCO 27th Annual 7 Benefit Golf Tournament Seminar: History, Liturgy, 8 Teachings: Shinran Shonin’s Shoshinge Info and Form Calendar 9-10 Japanese Section 11-13 IN THIS ISSUE W hen September comes around, I can’t help but think about two significant dates. One is significant in the history of Jodo Shinshu & the Buddhist Churches of America – we recognize September 1, 1899 as the founding of our organization here in the mainland United States. Japanese who had emigrated to the US felt that their community needed spiritual guidance and requested said guidance from Japan – Nishi Hongwanji responded and sent ministers – 115 years later, through ups and downs, and the organization still exists, making the teachings of Shinran Shonin available in this country. The other date that sticks out for me is September 1, 1996 – this is the day I arrived in California to pursue my aspiration to become a Buddhist minister. I had spent a couple of years studying on my own, and fortunately discovered that a school existed where not only could I study Buddhism, but I could do it as a practitioner as well as academically. This school was the Institute of Buddhist Studies (in one of its previous loca- tions, Addison Street in Berkeley). Now, 18 years later, I am both a minister and a teacher at my alma mater! We can recognize both of these dates as beginnings. It is interest- ing that they both happened in September, since it traditionally marks the beginning of the school year in our country (for an alterna- tive example, we can look at Japan which starts school in April, follow- ing the German model). As anxiety- provoking as it can be to have to go back to school (or maybe that’s just me?), it is also an opportunity to begin anew. What thoughts went through the minds of the ministers who crossed the Pacific Ocean to start a new religious organization? What lies in the future for the BCA? My thoughts are jumbled, and yet I also feel again some of the excitement and potential that was brimming within me when I flew across the country to begin my studies. As we begin the Dharma School year let us remember to look ahead with a positive attitude, maybe even realizing that each day, each moment, is the potential start to something new, a step forward on the path. In gassho, Rev. Harry Gyokyo Bridge Beginnings BY REV. HARRY GYOKYO BRIDGE
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BUSSHIN SEPTEMBER 2014 B U D D H I S T C H U R C H O F O A K L A N D
B U S S H I NSEPTEMBER 2014
Volume 57 Number 9
Minister’s Message 1
Message from our 2President
Newsroom OBWA 2
In Memoriam 2
October Busshin 2Deadline Information
Buddhist Education News 3
2014 Nikkoland 3Festival Donations
Dharma School News 4-5
2014 September Shotsuki 6
Memorial Service
BCO 27th Annual 7Benefit Golf Tournament
Seminar: History, Liturgy, 8Teachings: Shinran Shonin’sShoshinge Info and Form
Calendar 9-10
Japanese Section 11-13
IN THIS ISSUE
When September comes around, I can’t help but
think about two significant dates. One is significant in the history of Jodo Shinshu & the Buddhist Churches of America – we recognize September 1, 1899 as the founding of our organization here in the mainland United States. Japanese who had emigrated to the US felt that their community needed spiritual guidance and requested said guidance from Japan – Nishi Hongwanji responded and sent ministers – 115 years later, through ups and downs, and the organization still exists, making the teachings of Shinran Shonin available in this country.
The other date that sticks out for me is September 1, 1996 – this is the day I arrived in California to pursue my aspiration to become a Buddhist minister. I had spent a couple of years studying on my own, and fortunately discovered that a school existed where not only could I study Buddhism, but I could do it as a practitioner as well as academically. This school was the Institute of Buddhist Studies (in one of its previous loca-tions, Addison Street in Berkeley). Now, 18 years later, I am both a
minister and a teacher at my alma mater!
We can recognize both of these dates as beginnings. It is interest-ing that they both happened in September, since it traditionally marks the beginning of the school year in our country (for an alterna-tive example, we can look at Japan which starts school in April, follow-ing the German model). As anxiety-provoking as it can be to have to go back to school (or maybe that’s just me?), it is also an opportunity to begin anew. What thoughts went through the minds of the ministers who crossed the Pacific Ocean to start a new religious organization? What lies in the future for the BCA?
My thoughts are jumbled, and yet I also feel again some of the excitement and potential that was brimming within me when I flew across the country to begin my studies. As we begin the Dharma School year let us remember to look ahead with a positive attitude, maybe even realizing that each day, each moment, is the potential start to something new, a step forward on the path.
In gassho, Rev. Harry Gyokyo Bridge
BeginningsBy Rev. HaRRy Gyokyo BRidGe
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The following was dis-cussed at the July 6 OBWA
meeting. •DonationfromDoris Okano for Alex’s high school gradua-tion gratefully acknowledged.•Thankyouto Lou Minamo-to for conducting apron mak-ing workshop.•Thank you to ladies whomade apron and casserole car-rier kits and everyone who sewed the aprons and casse-role carriers.•Completion of cookbookprojected by year’s end.•FBWAConferenceinIrvine,California, in October. Patti Hisaoka and Kathy Terusaki will represent Oakland. Four Hoppo/Fukuoka ladies will visit the Bay Area October 13-16.•Visitation scheduled for October.•Ideasforworkshops/events.•Discussion of changingtime and location of OBWA meetings.
Boy, it seems like I just finished writing my message and here it
is time to write another (much to Joyce Yokomizo’s and Pam Kato’s chagrin, I am three days late in submitting this). It has been slow this past month…not many activi-ties at church and no travel for me. We did have our picnic which was a success, even the weather even-tually cooperated. Thanks again to Ron Nomura for chairing the event, Gayle Inada for co-chair-ing, the Jr. YBA for organizing and leading the games, and all of you who helped with the cooking, set up, and cleanup and those who brought cookies.
Reverend Bridge, Mary Hi-romoto, Michael Endo, Carol Thunen/Patti Hisaoka and I have attended a number of So-dan or Funeral meetings this past month and actually this year. I never re-ally thought about them much but upon reflection, I find that I am glad to be able to do this. The families are so grateful for our help, especially at such a difficult time. I don’t know if other religions do this or even if other Buddhist sects do this. However, it is part of a BCA church’s tradition which is
another reason why I appreciate our practice. Participating in these meetings is probably one of the most rewarding responsibilities for me as President.
Welcome back Mika! It’s good to have you back. Karla Lee and I helped Mrs. Fujimoto with the altar flowers while Mika was away and I have to admit, I was a poor substitute. However, Mrs. Fujimoto was very kind and patient. One week, Karla Lee and I were asked to choose and purchase the flowers by ourselves. As directed, we got three types of flowers; well, one of the types of flowers we chose was very “weak” and Mrs. Fujimoto was not able to use them. She was so kind; she told me that she was unable to use the flowers but she also kept saying what a great job Karla and I did. Thanks for the en-couragement, Mrs. Fujimoto!
By the time you read this, Obon will have taken place. I hope all of you enjoyed yourselves. School will be starting soon as well as Sunday School. Have a great school year!
In gassho,Linda Minamoto
Message from our PresidentBy Linda MinaMoto Newsroom
OBWABy kaRen HasHiMoto
In MemoriamThe Buddhist Church of Oakland extends its deep-est condolences to the families of:
Grace Nakagiri Chiyogi TanisawaJuly 17, 2014 July 20, 2014
May the family members find comfort and solace in the Nembutsu, Namu amida butsu.
DEADLINE FOR OCTOBER 2014 BUSSHIN ARTICLES: AUGUST 29th
Articles submitted after this date may not be printed.
Send articles to Joyce Yokomizo: email: [email protected] or fax: (415) 970-0810 You can also send articles to the church office.
BUSSHIN COLLATION: Sunday, September 14th, 2014 by Board
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Wednesday, September 10, 20147:00-8:30 p.m.Evening Dharma Service and Dis-cussion with Reverend Harry Gyokyo Bridge. Join us for an evening of chanting, meditation, and discussion. Free and open to the public.
Sunday, September 14, 201410:00 a.m.Fall Ohigan Service. Higan means “other shore.” Join us as we reflect on the practice of the Six Paramitas which lead us from this shore of Samsara to the other shore of Enlightenment.
Saturday, September 27, 20142:00-4:00 p.m.Dharma Study Class led by Rev-erend Bridge. Learn about Bud-dhism in a comfortable setting with dharma friends. Free and open to the public.
New additions to our BCO Library:
Light of the Dharma by Reverend Dr. Hoshu Y. Matsubayashi. Drawn from Rev. Matsubayashi’s rich legacy of over 50 years as a Jodo Shinshu minister, Light of the Dharma presents teachings and reflections in short, easy to read sections that both newcom-ers to Buddhism as well as lifelong followers of the Buddha-Dharma will learn from.
The Buddha’s Gift to the World – Tranquility for a Turbulent Planet by Monshu Koshin Ohtani. This is the third and final publication in a trilogy series by Monshu Koshin Ohtani. In an address to college students at Ritsumeikan University in Kyoto, Japan, the Gomonshu shares his thoughts on how Buddhist teachings can help to bring about world peace. The Buddha’s Gift to the World re-affirms that the Buddha-Dharma teachings are as relevant today as ever for addressing the complex problems of our modern society and global community.
Buddhist Education News By GayLe noGucHi
Thank you to all who sup-ported the 2014 Nikkoland
Festival! When you visit the following merchants, members, and friends please thank them for their support throughout the years.
Abrahamson FamilyAsian Art Museum, 200 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94102BCO Dharma SchoolRenie GrohlArlene HashimotoAlan HiraharaJoni HiramotoHirota FamilyTricia HisaokaHorii FamilyDelia Ikeda
Arleen JellinekJudy Kano (in memory of Grace Misaki)Dorothy KaplanHarvey S. Kaplan, M.D.Keiko KuboMaya LawrenceMichael & Janet McCutcheonLou MinamotoMarge MorimotoMaya Murashima YonemuraBrian NagataDon NakataniJean NakazonoDora NegoroPaul NoguchiRobert OzawaLynne Scott
Hope you are all enjoying these wonderful summer days. As the Dharma School is on vacation, I just have a few pictures to share of the picnic. A big thank you to Ron Nomura and family for chairing the picnic, which was
great fun, and to Kiyomi Nomura and the Jr. YBA for creating some great games.
Happy Birthday to the following students born in August: Sydney Wong, Samia Neishi, Alyssa Cho, Glenn Kamita and Tennkou Goh. Wishing you all the best!!
Dharma School News...By Maya LawRence
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BCO Picnic 2014
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2014 September Shotsuki Memorial ServiceService: Sunday, September 7, 2014 at 10:45 a.m. following the Dharma School service Sermon: Rev. Harry Gyokyo Bridge
Family and friends are invited to attend this monthly memorial service for those listed below. If any errors appear in the list below, please notify the church office at (510) 832-5988 at your earliest convenience.
Mrs. Satsuki Abe
Mr. Joe Deguchi
Mr. John Fujimoto
Mrs. Nui Fujimoto
Mr. Hiroshi Fujiwara
Mrs. Fumi Fukawa
Mrs. Chieko Harada
Mrs. Chiyoko Hiramoto
Takayo Tamura Hiramoto
Ms. Hatsumi Hirao
Mr. Tatsumi Hori
Mr. Harry Hoshi
Mr. Masuji Idehara
Mr. Suekichi Idehara
Mr Kanroku Kada
Mr. Masaru Kanada – 33rd year
Mr. Masutaro Kanesaki
Mr. Harry Katayama
Mrs. Tomi Kisanuki
Mr. Nobuo Kitagaki
Mrs. Komae Kobata
Mrs. Sada Koizumi
Mrs. Ruth Shigematsu Kosut –
13th year
Mrs. Toyo Kuwahara
Mrs. Mitsu Matsui
Mr. Ronald Matsui
Mrs. Tazuko Matsushino
Miss Alice Ayako Matsutani
Mr. James Messenzehl
Ms. Alice Minamidani
Mr. Eizo Minamidani
Mr. Toshiro Minamoto
Mr. Toshio Mitsuda
Mr. Kenso Miura
Mr. Kameso Miyamoto
Mrs. Aiko Mizuhara
Mr. Ray Mori
Mrs. Tsuru Mori
Mr. Zenshiro Mori
Mr. Harukichi Murakishi
Mr. Tsurukichi Nagafuji
Mrs. Harumi Nagai
Mrs. Tsuru Naito
Mr. John Nakagawa
Mrs. Rowena Nakagawa – 7th year
Mr. Magohei Nakagiri
Mr. Kengo Nakahara
Mr. Chiyotaro Nakano
Mr. Kenichi Nakano
Mrs. Kofuji Nakano
Mrs. Yoshiko Nakao
Mrs. Toyoko Nakao – 13th year
Mr. Kikutaro Nakashima
Mrs. Sandra Nakashima – 7th year
Mrs. Yoi Nakashima
Mrs. Sanaye Negi
Mrs. Ito Nishimoto
Mr. Akio Noda
Mrs. Fumiko Obayashi
Mrs. Mary Fujiye Ogawa
Mrs. Kae Oka
Mr. Richard George Okano
Mr. Danzaburo Okawa
Mrs. Kimiye Ozawa
Mr. Kozo Sasaki
Mrs. Kazuko Seiji
Rev. Shusei Shimada
Mr. Shigeru Shimamura
Mrs. Miyoko Shimizu – 7th year
Mr. Mitsuo Shintani – 17th year
Mr. Alan Suehiro
Mr. Kazunori Sunada
Mr. Kusutaro Sunayama
Ms. Marsha Tagami
Mr. Kazuo Takahashi
Mrs. Fumiye Takashima
Mr. George Takashima
Mrs. Sugi Takashima
Mrs. Harue Tamura
Mr. Gihei Tanada
Mrs. Hanako Terakawa Tamura
Mrs. Hayano Toyofuku
Mrs. Chiyo Tsuchiya
Mr. Muraku Tsuchiya
Mrs. Tome Tsujimoto
Mr. Kaoru Umeki
Mr. George Ushijima
Mr. Sadakichi Wada
Mrs. Tomo Watanabe
Mr. Jerry Yamamoto
Mr. Masaru Yamamoto
Mr. Sashichi Yamamoto
Mr. Shoji Yoshida
Mr. George S. Yoshioka
Mr. Tadaichi Yoshioka
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Buddhist Church of Oakland
27th Annual Benefit Golf Tournament
Monday, October 6, 2014
Sequoyah Country Club (Oakland, CA)
Entry Fee: $200.00 per player (Includes green fees, cart, tee prizes, range balls, buffet BBQ lunch, dinner, and door prize
ticket.)
2014 MID-SEPTEMBER INDEX WILL BE USED.
Deadline: All registration forms must be received by September 14, 2014.
Tournament Scoring Format: Shamble. You may play with your chosen
I would like to be paired with_______________________________
INDICATE ANY FOURSOME REQUEST ON REVERSE SIDE
Quantity
$200.00 Golf and Rib Eye Steak Dinner
$200.00 Golf and Salmon Dinner
$ 50.00 Additional Dinner(s) – specify choice
Total Amount Enclosed:
(A Portion of the Proceeds to Asian Health Services)
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Seminar: History, Liturgy, Teachings: Shinran Shonin’s Shoshinge Application Form Presented with generous support from the Bay District Council and Bay District Buddhist Women's League. Location: San Mateo Buddhist Temple 2 South Claremont Ave San Mateo, Ca 94401 Date: November 8, 2014, 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. REGISTRATION DEADLINE: OCTOBER 31, 2014 Please mail registration fee of $20 payable to "Bay District Ministers Association" to: Palo Alto Buddhist Temple c/o Rev. Dean Koyama 2751 Louis Road Palo Alto, CA 94303 Questions/contact: Rev. Dean Koyama, Tel. (650) 856-0123 / E-mail: [email protected]
* Required First Name _____________________ Last Name _____________________ Contact Telephone Number __________________ E-mail Address ____________________________ Temple Affiliation ___________________________ Dietary Restrictions _______________________
The Bay District Ministers Asso-ciation is pleased to announce
a seminar to be held on Satur-day, November 8, 2014, entitled “History, Liturgy, Teachings: Shinran Shonin’s Shoshinge.”
Shinran Shonin’s “Shoshinge” is the heart of our Jodo Shin-
shu school. It is both a concise encapsulation of Shinran Shonin’s doctrinal understanding, as well as a deep spiritual expression of the nembutsu for Shin followers through the liturgy and rituals of the Jodo Shinshu tradition.
Please join the Bay District Min-isters at this daylong seminar, where we will examine the historical back-ground, doctrinal meaning, and liturgical practice of the “Shoshinge.”
Please see application form or visit http://www.dharmalantern.net/shoshinge to register online.