Faith and Resilience: Rising from the Ashes

BDK-Fujitani Interfaith Program, CUH

Welcome to this talk story on how we can emerge like a phoenix from the ashes stronger, wiser and more powerful during difficult times.

Chaminade University of Honolulu, Mystical Rose Oratory

<h2>Sponsor:  </h2><p>The Bukkyo Dendo Kyokai-Reverend Yoshiaki Fujitani Interfaith program at Chaminade University of Honolulu holds as its mission the bringing together of the Buddhist community with other religious communites in Hawaii to promote interfaith dialogue and provide opportunities for understanding and action for peace and justice in our community.</p>

<h2>P﻿anelist: Ray Carbullido</h2><p>Ray Carbullido is a martial artist, artist, and wisdom teacher that specializes in well-being, vitality, and the unlocking and cultivation of human capacity. Ray has been teaching for 25 years and his offerings are heavily influenced by Taoist philosophy. He has conducted workshops and retreats all over the world for a variety of groups which include martial arts schools, military, law enforcement agencies, and wellness, meditation, and healing centers.</p><p></p><p></p><p><strong>Website - </strong><a href="https://www.raycarbullido.com" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.raycarbullido.com</a></p><p></p>

<h2>P﻿anelist: Meleanna Aluli Meyer</h2><p>Meleanna Aluli Meyer was born and raised at Mökapu, Kailua, on the windward side of the island of O‘ahu. A Native Hawaiian,Meyer is a freelance visual artist and arts educator who works in an outreach capacity in various community settings throughout the islands. As a filmmaker, she has three documentaries to her credit. In 1978 she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in design and photography from Stanford University, winning the prestigious Borelli Arts prize while there. Meyer was mentored by renowned painter/printmaker Nathan Oliveira and also studied in Italy. She received her master’s in educational foundations from the University of Hawai‘i, Mänoa. Being a fellow of the East-West Center, Asian Pacific American Women’s Leadership Institute, and Salzburg Institute afforded Meyer opportunities to interface in national and international arenas regarding Hawaiian issues. The recipient of numerous awards, she has exhibited her work and films throughout Hawai‘i; on the continent in New York, Tennessee, California, Illinois, and Washington dc; and abroad in Japan, Germany, France, Aotearoa New Zealand, and<strong> </strong>Australia.</p><p> Meyer hopes that her work as an artist, filmmaker, and educator helps to build a community of Hawaiians who are pono—just and unified in their vision for restoration of the Hawaiian nation.</p>

<h2>P﻿anelist: Kahu Sherman Thompson</h2><p>After retirement from Kamehameha Schools Kapalama, Sherman Thompson took up residency on the Island of Kauai after serving the Oahu campus 47 years. His last 5 years as the School’s chaplain. Previous to that he served in the School’s boarding program as an advisor and head advisor positions. During his tenure as chaplain, Sherman was responsible for the religious educational services program at the schools, as well overseeing the operations of the School’s chapel facility, Bishop Memorial Chapel which serves the campus community and alumni. 
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</p><p>Over the years, Kahu Thompson also served at various churches in Honolulu: Kaumakapili Church, Kalihi Moanalua Church, and Nuuanu Congregational Church. In addition, he’s provided spiritual support and consultation to many Honolulu financial institutions, Waikiki resorts and commercial and retail establishments, as well the Us Navy and Army. He is often called upon to officiate at weddings and memorial services. 
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</p><p>He is also a strong advocate for interfaith endeavors and has served on many boards in the Honpa Hongwanji organization, including serving as a past Trustee of Pacific Buddhist Academy. He also served as an instructor in the Dharma Light Program sponsored by Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin. 
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</p><p>Having been raised a Buddhist since early childhood at Lahaina, Maui, he is also a member of Lahaina Hongwanji Mission which recently lost its temple and adjoining facilities, including the minister’s residence to the Lahaina Wildfire in August 2023 along with most of Lahaina. His family’s residence two blocks away from the Hongwanji temple was also destroyed in the wildfire. 
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</p><p>He attended Kamehameha Schools, Hawaii Pacific University and UH Manoa. Kahu Thompson also served on the State Civil Defense Advisory Council during Governor Ariyoshi and Governor Waihee’s tenure. </p>

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