Event Calendar
Our temple community offers a wide range of in-person and virtual events, including services, meditation, classes, fundraisers, and annual festivals.
Programs Beyond Sunday Dharma Service
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Join Rev. Yuki for the reading of Tannisho. At each session parts of Tannisho is discussed with commentary from scholars. This session meets in person in classroom 1 and is conducted in Japanese.
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Meets on the second Wednesday of the month at 10 a.m.
Check the calendar for specific dates.
Sacramento Dharma no Kai
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Join Rev. Yuki for the monthly chanting of Shoshin Nembutsu Ge. The service is in-person only and meets in the Hondo.
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Meets on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 10 a.m.
Check the calendar for specific dates.
Monthly Chanting Service
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Join Rev. Yuki for mid-week dharma service. The services are in-person only. While the service is scheduled to accomodate our senior sangha members, adults of all ages are welcome. Transportation for seniors is available through ACC Rides.
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Meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month at 10 a.m.
Check the calendar for specific dates.
Wednesday Dharma Service
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Join Rev. Yuki for the Sacramento Buddhist School, an adult study class. For in-person participants, meet in the Hondo for service before class. To join the virtual portion of class, send an email to yukisugahara10012022@buddhistchurch.org
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Meets on the fourth Friday of the month from 6 to 8 p.m.
Check the calendar for specific dates.
Note: no class in November and December due to holidays.
Sacramento Buddhist School
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Add the daily dose of Dharma to your morning routine. Watch and listen to Rev. Yuki’s YouTube channel for daily chanting of sutra, followed by a short Dharma message. Start your day with 15 – 20 minutes of Rev. Yuki’s Virtual Morning Service. Subscribe and ❤️.
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Available daily and accessible 24/7 on Rev. Yuki’s YouTube Channel.
Daily Dose of the Dharma
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At least 3 times a year, Rev. Matt hosts an in-person Book Club which spans multiple Sundays after dharma service. Book club will resume in early 2026.
Check the calendar for specific dates.
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After Sunday Service on scheduled days.
Check calendar for specific dates.
Rev. Matt’s Book Club
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Join host Rev. Patti Oshita as Rev. Bob presents the monthly Sangha Without Borders: Stories from Dharma Is Everywhere session.
You don’t need the book to participate in these sessions. However, if you’re interested, "Dharma Is Everywhere" can be purchased by coming into the Buddhist Church of Sacramento office or online via the BCA Bookstore.
To register as a first-time participant, please send an email to Betsuinprograms@buddhistchurch.org. Register once for the entire series.
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Meets on the third Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m. via Zoom.
Check the calendar for specific dates.
Sangha Without Borders
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Hosted by Revs. Patti and Bob Oshita, the Yoga for Health class with Bob Matsueda is designed for any age or physical condition. This class emphasizes deep breathing techniques and combines yoga poses and silent meditation together in a one hour zoom session.
New students, please contact BetsuinPrograms@buddhistchurch.org for more information or to register for the class as a first time student.
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Weekly on Wednesday evenings starting at 7 p.m.
Occasionally, the Yoga program may be substituted with other health and wellness programs.
Yoga for Health
Special Services and Events
125th Anniversary Event
Special Services
Annual Cultural and Fundraising Events
Temple Office Hours
For Holidays, check the Calendar or contact the office directly at
(916) 446-0121.
Sunday: 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - Saturday: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Closed for lunch 12:30 - 1 pm
Something for your Sundays and every day in between
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service and Shotsuki Hoyo Service
On the first Sunday of every month, we observe a special memorial service known as Shotsuki Hoyo. This service is dedicated as a time to remember and express gratitude for our family members and friends who have passed away during the month of the year in which the service is held.
If you would like to have your loved one’s name read/displayed during this service, please click this event and complete our Google Form, or call our office, 916-446-0121.
The Dharma talk for this service will be given by Sensei Keith Kato.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service and Shotsuki Hoyo Service
On the first Sunday of every month, we observe a special memorial service known as Shotsuki Hoyo. This service is dedicated as a time to remember and express gratitude for our family members and friends who have passed away during the month of the year in which the service is held.
If you would like to have your loved one’s name read/displayed during this service, please click this event and complete our Google Form, or call our office, 916-446-0121.
The Dharma talk for this service will be given by Sensei Keith Kato.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Fall Ohigan Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Family Dharma Service and Shotsuki Hoyo Service
On the first Sunday of every month, we observe a special memorial service known as Shotsuki Hoyo. This service is dedicated as a time to remember and express gratitude for our family members and friends who have passed away during the month of the year in which the service is held.
If you would like to have your loved one’s name read/displayed during this service, please click this event and complete our Google Form, or call our office, 916-446-0121.
The Dharma talk for this service will be given by Sensei Keith Kato.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Family Dharma Service and Shotsuki Hoyo Service
On the first Sunday of every month, we observe a special memorial service known as Shotsuki Hoyo. This service is dedicated as a time to remember and express gratitude for our family members and friends who have passed away during the month of the year in which the service is held.
If you would like to have your loved one’s name read/displayed during this service, please click this event and complete our Google Form, or call our office, 916-446-0121.
The Dharma talk for this service will be given by Sensei Keith Kato.
Family and Friends Picnic and Dharma Service in the Park
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Gotan-e Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service and Shotsuki Hoyo Service
On the first Sunday of every month, we observe a special memorial service known as Shotsuki Hoyo. This service is dedicated as a time to remember and express gratitude for our family members and friends who have passed away during the month of the year in which the service is held.
If you would like to have your loved one’s name read/displayed during this service, please click this event and complete our Google Form, or call our office, 916-446-0121.
The Dharma talk for this service will be given by Sensei Keith Kato.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Hanamatsuri and Shotsuki Hoyo Service
On the first Sunday of every month, we observe a special memorial service known as Shotsuki Hoyo. This service is dedicated as a time to remember and express gratitude for our family members and friends who have passed away during the month of the year in which the service is held.
If you would like to have your loved one’s name read/displayed during this service, please click this event and complete our Google Form, or call our office, 916-446-0121.
The Dharma talk for this service will be given by Rev. Yuki Sugahara.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Spring Ohigan Service
Please join us as we welcome Special Guest Speaker, Rev. Ai Hironaka, Resident Minister of the Lahaina Hongwanji Mission.
Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.
Family Dharma Service
Join us for our weekly Sunday Dharma service in the Main Hondo of the temple. Our services are recorded and livestreamed on our Facebook and YouTube pages.
Tanoshimi Kai: Senior Luncheon (Ages 60+)
Join us for Tanoshimi-Kai, a weekly senior luncheon at the temple for seniors (60+) in partnership with Meals on Wheels. Meals for seniors are free with an optional donation and feature a rotation of Japanese inspired meals.