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- The First Noble Truth: Separation from Loved Ones
Sunday, November 29, 2020 On this Thanksgiving weekend, when many are forgoing the usual holiday gatherings in the midst of a rise in Covid-19 infections, we look to the the Buddha’s teaching on the Difficulty of Separation from Loved Ones and how to live with peace of mind in a constantly changing world. We welcome […] - Jewels: An Introduction to American Buddhism for Youth, Scouts and the Young at Heart (With a Bit of Humor)Wednesday, December 2, 2020 7:00 p.m. Rev. Dr. Kenneth Tanaka Professor Emeritus Musashino University, Tokyo We welcome you to join us via Zoom Meeting from the comfort and safety of your own home on Wednesday, December 2 for this free Dharma session. CLICK HERE to download and read Jewels: An Introduction to American Buddhism for […]
Recent Posts
- From Issa’s The Year of My LifeIt is a commonplace of life that the greatest pleasure issues ultimately in the greatest grief. Yet why—why is that this child of mine, who has not tasted half the pleasures that the world has to offer, who ought, by rights, […]
- Eitaikyo Adult Dharma MessageSpecial Guest Speaker Rev. Chiemi Onikura Bly To join us for this online Dharma Service, CLICK HERE to sign up for “Live Broadcast of Services”.
- Eitaikyo Dharma School MessageSpecial Guest Speaker Rev. Chiemi Onikura Bly To join us for this online Dharma Service, CLICK HERE to sign up for “Live Broadcast of Services”.
- Letter on White AshesBy Rennyo Shonin When I deeply contemplate the transient nature of human existence, I realize that, from beginning to end, life is impermanent like an illusion. We have not yet heard of anyone who lived ten thousand years. How fleeting is […]
- On the Path Free from DoubtAs we remember our loved ones who crossed over to the Other Shore in the month of November, Rev. Adams considers the peace of mind that we realize through trusting in the Buddha’s compassionate vow. To join us for online Dharma […]
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Rev. Adams shares how he encountered a marvelous person of the Nembutsu while trick-or-treating in his neighborhood.
Reverend Henry’s Latest Message
- Nembutsu HalloweenRev. Adams shares his encounter with a marvelous person of the Nembutsu while trick-or-treating in his neighborhood. To join us for online Dharma Services, CLICK HERE to sign up for “Live Broadcast of Services”.