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Updated at 7:13 a.m., Tuesday, June 17, 2008

2009 to be a big year for Honpa Hongwanji

Advertiser Staff

In 2009, Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii will commemorate two milestones: the 750th memorial of its founder, Shinran Shonin, and its 120th anniversary.

Events will include a leadership workshop March 20-21, an 'Ohana Conference slated for Sept. 5, 2009, and a commemoration banquet and the Shinran Shonin 750th Memorial Service.

Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii today serves some 7500 families among 37 temples throughout the state.

Information: June Asato at 623-0082 or awarenesscomm@yahoo.com.