SUNDAY SERVICE

Whether you are a first time, or relatively new visitor who wants to experience what we have to offer — we warmly welcome you to our temple. We extend our sincere appreciation for your interest in our temple's programs.

Our temple conducts regular Sunday Services starting at 10 AM. It is open to the public. Please check our calendar for the latest schedule.

Our Sunday Service

Service begins every Sunday at 10:00 AM. We have a chairperson who will announce the different parts of service (except for the Kansho bell ringing) and will also state the page numbers if needed. You are welcome to join us in any readings or chantings, but also do not have to.

(You can view the service book by clicking here.)

Service Format

  1. Ringing of Kansho Bell (signals the beginning of service)

  2. Chanting:

    • We typically start with Sambujo

    • Then one of the following: Juseige, Sambutsuge, or Junirai

  3. Gatha: A gatha is a song or music that contains Buddhist teachings (Dharma).

  4. Three Treasures: The Three Treasures

  5. Dharma Talk: A Dharma Talk or Dharma Message is a sermon normally given by the minister or a minister’s assistant. The Dharma Talk explores various teachings in Buddhism, specifically Jodo Shinshu Buddhism.

  6. Gatha

  7. Golden Chain: The Golden Chain

  8. Gassho

  9. Oshoko: Offer incense

  10. All are welcome to join us after the service.

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