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Living Shin Buddhism - Mind the Gap

Hosted by Dr. Kenji Akahoshi
2nd and 4th Tuesday Nights - Every Month, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Current Series begins September 22, 2009
Meetings held in the Office Boardroom (Administration Building, upstairs)
Refreshments are served

Our Tuesday evening program is intended to provide an opportunity to relate the Shin Buddhist Dharma on a personal level. Our own Rev. Gerald Sakamoto will start off our new season on September 22. On the 4th Tuesday of each month, we host a speaker who will share how the dharma impacts our lives. Following each talk, attendees will be able to pose questions that help clarify the Dharma.

On the 2nd Tuesday of each month, our group discussion allows attendees to share their views and ask questions on the relevance of Shin principles into our daily life. There will also be a short, progressive lesson on the basics of the Shin doctrine. October will focus on basic Buddhism. November will focus on the unique Shin perspective (thanksgiving). December will discuss what "awakening" means in the hectic holiday season. The intent of this format, is to provide an opportunity for anyone to address personal questions and to clarify their understanding of Shin teachings, which can lead to a life of harmony and joy. Come join our congenial group, as we join the Nembutsu journey of living Shin Buddhism.

For questions and further details, contact the Betsuin office at (408) 293-9292

2009 Schedule (will continue into 2010 after holiday break)

September 22Rev Gerald Sakamoto
October 13Discussion: Basic Buddhism
October 27Rev. Seigen Yamaoka
November 10Discussion: Shin Buddhism
November 24Rev. Kuwahara from the Jodo Shinshu Center
December 8Discussion: Enlightened Holidays
December 22NO SESSION

As a sample of our speakers, here is a recent presentation given by Reverend David Matsumoto from February 2007 (included here with his permission).


Buddhism 1A
5 meeting class offered by our own Rinban Fujimoto. Topics covered include...

  • Etiquette & Customs
  • Overview of Buddhism
  • Jodo Shinshu
  • Organization



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