Save the date: On Sunday November 2, 2025 between 2 and 4 in the afternoon, Hanami Hope and Grace Fellowship Community Church are sponsoring an event called, "A Peace Party-- Okagesama de".
It will be held the day after All Saints Day. "Kage" is the Japanese word for ghost or spirit. "O" is the Japanese honorific added before a word for politeness, "Sama" is like "san", which is added after a name for politeness, and "de" is a marker particle. "Okagesama de" is an important phrase in Japanese culture, giving respect to all the unseen people that take part in our everyday lives. It is kind of like, "We are all in this together".
The gathering will reflect the 1960's mood and feel, with 1960's music. This is the 80th anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki and the 50th anniversary of the end of the Viet Nam war. Just like 1970 was the summer of love, this should be a season of peace. Mochi and Japanese food will be served.
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