November was a
meaningful and productive
month for the Wailuku
Hongwanji Buddhist Women’s
Association as members
gathered for fellowship,
planning, and celebration.
On November 8, BWA
members attended the Maui
United BWA (MUBWA)
Fall Assembly at Kahului
Hongwanji Mission. Delegates
from across Maui came
together to share updates
and affirm the direction of
the island-wide organization.
During the Assembly, the
incoming 2026 officers and
Board were formally approved
and installed, marking the start
of another year of dedicated
service and leadership.
Later in the month, the
Wailuku Hongwanji BWA held its
General Membership Meeting
on November 30, where
members reviewed financial
reports and received updates
on current projects, activities,
and upcoming events. The
spirit of working together and
supporting the temple remains
strong as we move into the busy
year-end season.
The BWA will host its
annual Memorial Service on
December 14 at 8:00 a.m., a
time to honor and remember
BWA members who have
passed. A welcoming brunch
will follow the service, prepared
and provided by the BWA.
We also extend warm
December birthday greetings
to Laurie Fukushima, Janet
Kubota, Sandra Matsuda, Lori
Munekiyo, Hifumi Taguchi,
and Aileen Unemori. May the
coming year bring each of you
health and happiness.
The BWA is pleased to
announce the publication of its
120th Anniversary Cookbook
(2025–2026). Priced at
$15.00, the cookbook will be
available in early December.
To purchase a copy, please
contact Sandy Matsuda,
Phyllis Sato, or Gwen Hiraga.
The BWA extends heartfelt
thanks to everyone who
submitted recipes, helping
create a collection that reflects
the warmth and heritage of
our temple community.
Click to download 15th BWA State Membership Conference information
