Chanting

Sangha Workshop: Chanting and Ringing the Kansho Bell

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Wednesday, December 3

7:00 p.m.

All are welcome to join us as we go more in-depth in our study of the Buddhist chanting and ritual. For this month’s practical Sangha workshop, we will continue our practical review of the basic guidelines for tolling the kansho bell and leading chanting at Sunday Services. All are welcome to join!

  • Timing for ring the various bells
  • Sitting posture and etiquette for handling sutra books
  • Tips for chanting with a clear, full voice

*HEARING PROTECTION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR RINGING KANSHO*

Schedule
6:15 p.m. Shoya Raisan Chanting (click here for chanting text)
7:00 p.m. Sangha Workshop: Chanting and Ringing the Kansho Bell

For announcements about upcoming Buddhist Education programs like this CLICK HERE to sign up for “Study Classes and Seminars.”

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Sangha Workshop: Sanbujo Chanting and Ringing the Kansho Bell

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Wednesday, November 5

7:00 p.m.

All are welcome to join us as we go more in-depth in our study of the Buddhist chanting and ritual. For this month’s practical Sangha workshop, Rev. Adams will provide instruction on chanting Sanbujo “Reverent Invocation of the Three Buddhas.” Sanbujo is representative of the melodic type of chanting called shōmyō that is often used for special occasions, like major services, Shotsuki Hoyo Memorials and funerals. We will also continue to practice ringing the kansho bell.

  • Basic principles of shōmyō chanting
  • Setting the pitch and tempo for Sanbujo
  • Timing for ringing the Kansho

*HEARING PROTECTION IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR RINGING KANSHO*

Schedule
6:15 p.m. Shoshinge Sofu Chanting (click here for chanting text)
7:00 p.m. Sangha Workshop: Sanbujo Chanting and Ringing the Kansho Bell

For announcements about upcoming Buddhist Education programs like this CLICK HERE to sign up for “Study Classes and Seminars.”

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Sangha Workshop: Ringing the Kansho Bell and Leading Chanting

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Wednesday, September 3

7:00 p.m.

All are welcome to join us for an introduction to ringing the Kansho bell to welcome Sangha members for service and how to lead chanting in the Hondo Buddha Hall.

  • Learn the timing and proper technique for ringing the bells
  • Basic guidelines for sutra chanting, including posture and how to hold the service book
  • Lead chanting for a variety of Sangha services and activities

Hearing protection is highly recommended.

For announcements about upcoming Buddhist Education programs like this CLICK HERE to sign up for “Study Classes and Seminars.”

Insights from the First Kyoshi Minister’s Certification Training Held in the USA

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022

7:00 p.m.

Rev. Landon Yamaoka

Ministerial Candidate

Institute of Buddhist Studies

Minister’s Assistant

Palo Alto Buddhist Temple

Rev. Yamaoka will share reflections on his recent experience as one of the participants in the first Kyoshi Certification Training Session held in the United States.

We welcome you to join us in person or via Zoom Meeting on Wednesday, October 12 for this Dharma session.

To join us via Zoom, CLICK HERE and sign up for “Study Classes and Seminars”. To protect the privacy of online participants and encourage free and open discussion, this session will not be recorded.

How I Prepared for the BCA Ministry

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Wednesday, May 4, 2022

7:00 p.m.

Click here to read more about Rev. Koyama

Rev. Tadao Koyama

Resident Minister

Tacoma Buddhist Temple

Rev. Koyama will share reflections on his studies in Kyoto at the Chuo Bukkyo Gakuin Buddhist Seminary and the Hongwanji Ritual Training Department.  As the only BCA Kaikyoshi Minister to receive his first temple assignment during the pandemic, he also has unique insights to share on this extraordinary period in the lives of our Sanghas.

We welcome you to join us via Zoom Meeting from the comfort and safety of your own home on Wednesday, May 4 for this Dharma session.

To join us for this online Dharma Session, CLICK HERE and sign up for “Study Classes and Seminars”. To protect the privacy of online participants and encourage free and open discussion, this session will not be recorded.

Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Ritual

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Wednesday, March 2, 2022

7:00 p.m.

Rev. Ko’e

Umezu

Assistant Minister

West Los Angeles

Buddhist Temple

Rev. Ko’e Umezu will share her insights on the meaning and
importance of Buddhist ritual in the Jodo Shinshu tradition. This session will also include a conversation about ritual practice as part of virtual services during
these pandemic times.

We welcome you to join us via Zoom Meeting from the comfort and safety of your own home on Wednesday, March 2 for this Dharma session.

To join us for this online Dharma Session, CLICK HERE and sign up for “Study Classes and Seminars”. To protect the privacy of online participants and encourage free and open discussion, this session will not be recorded.

Ōjō Raisan (Shoya Raisan) Chanting

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The chanting of Ōjō Raisan (Shoya Raisan) is a Pure Land Buddhist tradition established in China by Master Shandao, which was widely embraced among the followers of Hōnen Shōnin.  This beautiful liturgy continues to be chanted in the Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji School today. Join us to experience the settling of the mind through focused breathing and meditative listening.

Shoya Raisan Chanting Text

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Audio

Coming soon!