19 following complications from surgery for pancreatic cancer.

and kado (flower arranging) workshops conducted by teachers from Japan.especially during World War II and the post-war period.

as well as representatives from congregations across North America.shared his memories of visiting Bodh Gaya while stationed in New Delhi.Matsumoto explained that 20 students from Koyasan High School handled these scrolls on the stage and performed the recitation.

led by Archbishop Taishin Imagawa.This donation is intended to support the reconstruction of the Lahaina Hokoji Temple.

Above and below: The ceremony proceeds in the traditional way.

The sutra was brought to China by the renowned Buddhist monk Xuanzang after a 16-year journey from India.In preparation for my departure.

27 memo to Supervisor Donald Wagner.who retired after two years as CEO.

Supervisor Andrew Do said at the time.I have had the privilege of working alongside a dedicated and talented team.