Category: Buddhism Studies/Seminars

Classes or studies for temple members

The ABC’s of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism – Sunday Nov 4th

Posted on by Connor McKinney

Join us in the hondo for an introductory class on the ABC’s of the Jodo Shinshu sect of Buddhism. Learn about the origins of Jodo Shinshu and enjoy the lessons that Reverend Katsu has prepared for everyone. This course will cover beginner level Jodo Shinshu knowledge and will give attendees a knowledge base for our particular sect of Buddhism.

The class will start at noon on Sunday, November 4th. It will be about 45 minutes to an hour and will be held in the main hall following dharma school and dharma exchange. The class is free to attend and all are welcome.

Bon Odori July 21, 22: save the dates

Posted on by Alex Sakamoto

Mark your calendars for the annual Bon Odori festival, July 21, 22. Join us for traditional Japanese dance, food, drinks, cultural displays, and a beer garden with live music and happy hour. Times are 4-10 p.m., July 21 and 3-8 p.m., July 22.

Since Bon Odori is a Buddhist event, as always, each day’s dancing will be preceded by a short Buddhist service. New this year: Buddhism 101, brief lecture on Jodo Shinshu Buddhism right before the services.

Dance practice dates:  July 9-12, and 16, 17: 7:30 p.m.

You have multiple ways to get updates.  Follow us on instagram: @SeattleBonOdori and check us out on Facebook.

 

Buddhist Women’s Conference returns Sept. 23

Posted on by Alex Sakamoto

2017 WiB Flyer lite skyline + speakersAfter a year’s hiatus, the temple’s almost-annual Women in Buddhism conference is returning September 23, 2017.

The theme for the day is “Buddhist Paths: Women’s Choices.”

Three outstanding guest presenters have committed to sharing their knowledge and expertise that day: Rev. Carol Himaka, resident minister of Southern Alameda County Buddhist Church; Rev. Candace Shibata, minister at Berkeley Buddhist Temple; and Dr. Kiyoko Tokuno, senior lecturer in Comparative Religion at the University of Washington’s Jackson School of International Studies.

See the flyer for the titles of their presentations.  You can register here.

Buddhist study group meets April 16

Posted on by Alex Sakamoto

The next meeting of the Buddhist Study Group will take place on March 12.   The book for this month is Ken Tanaka’s “Buddhism on Air, which is described this way in the Buddhist Churches of America (BCA) bookstore blurb.  This latest publication from Dr. Tanaka offers a unique collection of talks and interviews with noted Buddhist teachers and scholars, originally designed for TV presentation.  A variety of topics are discussed related to Buddhism today, including its teachings, practices, and culture, as well as art, songs and humor. 

Please contact Rinban Castro if you are interested in purchasing a copy.  The cost is $13.50. Also available from BCA bookstore. See link above.

The meeting will take place in the Memorial Hall from 9:30-11:30am.  There will be a brown bag lunch afterwards.  There is no cost to attend.