Dharma Articles

On June 12 through 13, 2020, chalk artist, Momo, along with our own  Rev. Etsuko Mikame and others, created a chalk art of koi fish swimming in a pond on a sidewalk in front of our garden. It is entitled "May Peace Prevail Throughout the

Compassion and Kindness G Sakamoto When the fury and the fires subside there will be much need for healing. Responding to anger with anger will not resolve the causes that give rise to anger. Confrontation, accusations, submission will push down the anger only to smolder

Funerals and Services G Sakamoto One of the most important service a family observes is a funeral for a family member or a friend. Whether a small gathering of immediate family members or a gathering of hundreds of community friends the funeral service acknowledges the

On May 17, 2020, we had planned to livestream the Infant Presentation and the Gotan-E services at 10 am. Unfortunately, we were unable to get the link to YouTube.com to come up and therefore, we were unable to livestream either service. We sincerely apologize for

Goko Shiyui Amida Butsu Reverend Etsuko Mikame   Because of the recent unprecedented situation, barber shops and hair salons have been all closed since the shelter-in-place order started. So that means many people cannot get their hair cut and must be frustrated. My hair has

When it’s over G Sakamoto There will be a time when this pandemic will be behind us. A time when we will be able to greet each other without fear of transmission or second thoughts or regrets. When we can walk in a park and