“My Peace Prevail Throughout the World” – Chalk Art@SJBetsuin
On June 12 through 13, 2020, chalk artist, Momo, along with our own Rev. Etsuko Mikame and others, created a chalk art
Compassion and Kindness – G Sakamoto
Compassion and Kindness G Sakamoto When the fury and the fires subside there will be much need for healing. Responding to anger
Funerals and Services – G Sakamoto
Funerals and Services G Sakamoto One of the most important service a family observes is a funeral for a family member or
Apologies for inoperative LiveStream for Gotan-E
On May 17, 2020, we had planned to livestream the Infant Presentation and the Gotan-E services at 10 am. Unfortunately, we were
Goko Shiyui Amida Butsu
Goko Shiyui Amida Butsu Reverend Etsuko Mikame Because of the recent unprecedented situation, barber shops and hair salons have been all
When it’s over
When it’s over G Sakamoto There will be a time when this pandemic will be behind us. A time when we will
“A piece of paper”
As one of the fundamental ideas in Buddhism, Syakamuni Buddha tells us that everything in this world is related to the other
Message About COVID-19 from the New Bishop:
April 1, 2020 Dear BCA Members, Today I begin my term as your next Bishop of the Buddhist Churches of America. It
Pillow Services, Funerals and Memorial Services
Pillow Services, Funerals and Memorial Services G Sakamoto Stay home. Stay safe. It’s okay to delay funerals and memorial services. From a
“On rainy days, be in the rain; On windy days, be in the wind”
On rainy days, be in the rain On windy days, be in the wind 雨の日には 雨の中を 風の日には 風の中を This is a poem