WHO CARES? DO WE?
Can we as a society bridge the divisions that challenge our humanity toward one another and care for our shared planet? Dr. Manulani Aluli Meyer will share her message entitled, “Aloha Aina and Mutual Emergence.”

Examining spiritual values and cultural practices of faith traditions, indigenous cultural and spiritual wisdom that connect us and offer hopeful alternatives.

Sunday, November 18, 2018
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin Social Hall
1727 Pali Highway, Honolulu, HI 96813
(enter parking from Lusitana St.)

Our world has been roiled by hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, forest fires, volcanic eruptions, extreme heat, and rising sea levels, among other environmental concerns, exacerbating a myriad of human dilemmas of poverty, starvation, exploitation and war. Deepening division among us begs the question “Who Cares?” And yet, if we do CARE, WHO to believe and what can we DO?

The Interfaith Alliance Hawai‘i (TIAH) searches for the shared values of our faith communities, and the spiritual and cultural wisdom of our host culture to bring  inspiration and learning in search of answers at its 16^th Annual Awards Celebration on Sunday, November 18, 2018.  Dr. Manulani Aluli Meyer will give the keynote address, “Aloha Aina and Mutual Emergence”

Dr. Meyer is Konohiki of Kulana o Kapolei, a Hawaiian Place of Learning  at UH West Oahu. Manu, a member of large family of a diverse scholar-activists, received her doctorate (Ed.D) from Harvard , is a published author on the topic of native intelligence and its linkages to sciences, spirituality, whole thinking, to liberating evaluation and reflective pedagogy. She is a practitioner of ho’oponopono.

TIAH will honor organizations for leadership in the community consistent with TIAH’s mission to provide a healing role in Hawai‘i with people of faith, encouraging nonviolent civic participation, and facilitating community activism.

The celebration dinner will be held 5:30-8:00 p.m. at the Honpa Hongwanji Betsuin Hawai‘i Social Hall, 1727 Pali Highway.

Tickets are $25.00. Reservations are required and may be made beginning October 15 through November 15, 2018.  Seating is limited.

Call 808-599-8628. Leave your name, contact email or telephone, the number and names of guests in your party. Payment by check or cash will be accepted at the event.

The Interfaith Alliance Hawai‘i honors The Rev. John Heidel, activist for civility and justice,
through his work in church ministry, Family Promise, chaplain, teacher, coach at Punahou
School, and TIAH leader from its inception with the Flame of Hope Award at its 16th Annual
Awards Celebration. Four community organizations that consistently bring forward
environmental and sustainability issues, pull local volunteers together, and develop personal
and economic support systems through education, cooperation, and hard labor are recognized
for their contribution to and with our community.

TIAH is known for its commitment to promoting cooperation around shared values and beliefs,
discovering common ground in creating community, advocating for positive healing change and educating the community on the importance of care for each other and our planet equality.

Anyone familiar with the activity and work of the organizations receiving recognition will affirm “WE CAN DO THIS TOGETHER!” The words and work of John Heidel personify thoughtful care for people, justice, civil communication and love.

The program includes The Pacific Buddhist Academy Taiko Drum Ensemble, “Two Shades of Blue,” jazz and blues duo, featuring Dale Machado, guitar & Melody Heidel vocals will provide entertainment for the evening.