We at the Mountain View Buddhist Temple, are deeply grateful for all that our Keiro have done and continue to do for our Sangha. As this is the second year in a row that we have been unable to gather together for our traditional Keiro-kai Luncheon due to the pandemic, we are acutely aware of all the ties and connections that our Keiro have with the temple, their families, their friends and the community. We can truly appreciate the theme of KIZUNA as we consider everything the Keiro and Temple Community has done to maintain and strengthen our connections.
In the spirit of Kizuna, we invited all our Keiro to order a complimentary Bento as a gesture of our appreciation. We offered Bento delivery to Keiro who were unable to pick it up themselves. And each Keiro bento order included a gift bag of scratchers, snacks and fresh persimmon. In addition, Sangha members could purchase additional Bento to enjoy with their Keiro and other family/friends. We were fortunate to have Rev. Mukojima greet drivers and passengers during Bento pickup time. As a special treat, Jun Daiko performed throughout our pickup time for the enjoyment of our Sangha. We encouraged all Keiro and their loved ones to submit photos so that while we were still unable to gather, we could enjoy seeing our friends. Dharma School students reached out to our Keiro with greeting cards and notes, and shared photos of their creations that we added to our Photo Gallery.
As added incentive to build our collection, each photo entry qualified for prizes in two categories: Keiro and Dharma School Students. Congratulations to all prize winners!
Keiro Fay Matsumoto, Esther Bunya, Frances Sawamura, Irv & Marilyn Ozawa, Misao Tanouye
Dharma School Students Mason I., Jett N., Gavin C., Connor S., & Yumi P.
We could not have had the Keiro-kai Bento Distribution without our many volunteers. We are grateful for their time and support for our event. Thank you to Daniel Ryu, Elizabeth Sauber, Alex Tsukahara, Evan Tsukahara, Bob Matsumoto, Courtney Makishima, Lois Okino, Joanne Makishima, Doug Sawamura, Barry Tao, Eric Arikaki, Ed Ryu, Ray Yuen, Rev. Mukojima, Peter Matsumoto, Gail Satake-Nakamura, Alyson Olivera, Kaila, Kainoa, Kelly M., Kelly T. and Keiko T.
And thanks to our troupe of Jun Daiko performers: Susan Yuen, Loreen Ellsbury, Elise Fujimoto, Linda Uyechi, and Rome Hamner.
We encourage you to scroll down and enjoy our Keiro-kai 2021 Photo Gallery. Thanks to ALL who contributed!
Appreciating connections to our Keiro and our Sangha,
Zone 10 Keiro Kai Committee
Sterling Makishima, Sharon Tsukahara, Linda Uyechi & Julie Satake Ryu