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List of Upcoming Events

Tuesday, May 13, 2008

Living Shin Buddhism
Dharma Talk and Discussion
7:30pm - 9:00pm
Administration Building Board Room

Sunday, May 18, 2008

Obon Committee Meetings
Sun. May 18 - at 6:30pm (MPR); Mon. June 23 - at 7:30pm (Little Chapel)
Post Obon Critique Meeting Thurs. - Aug. 14 at 6:30pm (MPR).

Calendar updates can be sent to sjbetsuin@rebatch.com

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About the San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin

Founded in 1902, San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin (SJBCB) is a Temple of the Jodo Shinshu Nishi Hongwanji (Japanese | English) tradition of Buddhism. Jodo Shinshu began over 800 years ago in Japan, and is still headquarted in Kyoto. The Nishi Hongwanji main Temple provides leadership worldwide for the tradition. SJBCB is a member of the Buddhist Churches of America (BCA) and part of the Coast District.

We are located in the Japantown area of downtown San Jose. Our primary focus is on following the path to enlightenment by preserving faith the Three Treasures: Dharma (the teachings), Sangha (the people), and Buddha (the Enlightened One).

We are located at 640 North 5th Street in San Jose, CA 95112 (Google Map)

Call us at (408) 293-9292. Fax (408)293-0433

All general queries should go to sjbc@sjbetsuin.com. Website specific questions and and updates may be emailed to sjbetsuin@rebatch.com.