Office is closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday. We re-open on Tuesday, Dec. 2.

Office is closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday. We re-open on Tuesday, Dec. 2.

Closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday. We re-open on Tuesday, Dec. 2.

On the first Wednesday of each month, join us for this special service with a Dharma Talk by our Rimban, Rev. Yuki Sugahara. We started this special weekday service with our Seniors in mind ~ a little less crowded and offered in Japanese, as well as English. All ages are welcome! Please stay for refreshments and fellowship in Classrooms 1 & 4 immediately following service.

The JodoShinshu Artists & Musicians Showcase—known as J.A.M.S.—featuring Buddhist and Asian American performers, is coming to the Buddhist Church of Sacramento on December 6, following an exciting show in the Bay Area.

J.A.M.S. received rave reviews when they recently performed at the Southern Alameda County Buddhist Church. That concert featured Bonbu Stories, who performed their hit, “Lantern Song,” a contemporary number that celebrated the Buddhist Churches of America’s 125th anniversary last year and debuted at Obon festivals in California, including Sacramento. Bonbu Stories was joined by musician and Minister’s Assistant Koichi Mizushima and his talented daughter and vocalist Ellie Mizushima, among other performers.

The Sacramento show will also feature Bonbu Stories and the Mizushimas, and add another fan favorite—Rev. Yuki Sugahara who will jam on his bass guitar.

“We had so much fun performing with all of the amazing artists and musicians at the Southern Alameda event, we wanted to bring this experience to Sacramento,” said Koichi.

The J.A.M.S event will take place on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 4 p.m. at the Buddhist Church of Sacramento. Tickets are $10.

For tickets, please visit pci.jotform.com/form/252878342525161 or use the QR code.

Thank you to the Sacramento Legacy Endowment Fund for generously sponsoring the

Jodo Shinshu Artists & Musicians Showcase and uplifting Buddhist and Asian American voices!

Shop for holiday stocking stuffers and gifts at the Girl Scout Troop 569 Holiday Craft Faire.

Dharma school for school-aged kids pre-K to 12 grade is on the first and third Sunday of the month between September and May.

For more information visit the Dharma School page.

On the first Wednesday of each month, join us for this special service with a Dharma Talk by our Rimban, Rev. Yuki Sugahara. We started this special weekday service with our Seniors in mind ~ a little less crowded and offered in Japanese, as well as English. All ages are welcome! Please stay for refreshments and fellowship in Classrooms 1 & 4 immediately following service.

Buddhism is very simple: With wisdom eyes open, we can see that the Dharma Is Everywhere. With caring hearts, we can become a Sangha Without Borders. Please join Revs. Bob and Patti Oshita for their book discussion, “Dharma Is Everywhere.”

For first time participants, please RSVP to Betsuinprograms@buddhistchurch.org for the Zoom link.

Grab your work gloves and join the Building and Maintenance crew for the monthly 3rd Saturday Betsuin Maintenance day. There is always much to do to keep our buildings and grounds in good working order and we rely on the volunteers who come out to lend a hand. No experience necessary.

Examples of routine work performed include: changing light bulbs and fixtures, installing paper towel dispensers, patching holes, cleaning the ice machine, replacing batteries in smoke detectors to more labor intensive jobs such as cleaning gutters, inspecting drains, cleaning swamp coolers, etc. Think of it as the temple equivalent of the “honey do list!”

For details, please email Ken at kfuruk@aol.com.

Dharma school for school-aged kids pre-K to 12 grade is on the first and third Sunday of the month between September and May.

For more information visit the Dharma School page.

Office is closed for the Christmas Holiday. We re-open on Friday, Dec. 26.

Office is closed for the Christmas Holiday. We re-open on Friday, Dec. 26.

Office is closed for the Winter Break. We re-open on Sunday, Jan. 4. Happy New Year!

t’s always heartwarming to see so many families come together during the holidays — reconnecting with friends, sharing memories, and celebrating the New Year as a community. We invite you and your family to join us for a New Year’s Eve Dinner immediately following the 6 p.m. New Year’s Eve Joya-e Service on Wednesday, December 31, 2025.

Let’s close out the year and welcome 2026 together with a sake toast and a delicious New Year’s Eve dinner prepared by Marty Sakata, Gordon Nitta and the Sunday courtyard crew.

Special pricing for current, dues paying temple members as a thank you for your support. If you are not a current temple member, please consider joining.

Dinner Pricing:

·       Members: $45 per adult

·       Non-Members: $55 per adult

·       Complimentary pasta dinner for children 12 and under

Menu options:
Prime Rib Dinner - Green salad, smoked prime rib, seasonal vegetables, roasted potatoes or rice, au jus and gravy, dessert, and non-alcoholic beverages

Salmon Dinner - Green salad, salmon, seasonal vegetables, roasted potatoes or rice, dessert, and non-alcoholic beverages

Vegetarian Dinner - Tagliatelle pasta with assorted mushroom cream sauce.  (Note - entree is not vegan)

Kid’s Pasta Dinner - Complimentary pasta for children 12 and under will be rigatoni with meat sauce.  Includes salad and bread roll.

Are you preparing and cooking for Oshogatsu? No worries — takeout dinners are available for Prime Rib dinners only!

You may purchase your tickets online by December 15, 2025. If you prefer to pay with a check or cash, please contact the office by calling 916-446-0121 or stopping by during office hours to place your order and pay.