News and Announcements
Read a thoughtful message from our ministers, catch up on last week’s events, and discover a new activity to get involved in. This is the place to hear about the latest announcements and updates or browse stories from the community. You can now also read the monthly Sangha newsletter from wherever you are, with our online PDF archive available below!
Latest Posts and Updates
For all the latest news, articles, and announcements about our anniversary, head over to our 125th anniversary page. Here, you can browse all the updates, photos, and ways to get involved!
Celebrating 125 Years of the Buddhist Church of Sacramento
Read this month’s Sangha Newsletter online
All News and Annoucements
15th Annual Golf Tournament 2025
Save the Date - July 16. Player Registration and Sponsorship/Donor forms now available.
Families & Friends Picnic
Save the Date. Join us on Sunday, June 1, for our annual Friends and Families picnic at Marriott Park in the Pocket area of Sacramento.
79th Annual Bonsai Show
Mark your calendar for the Sacramento Bonsai Club’s annual Bonsai Show on May 3.
Hatsumairi Service
Hatsumairi “Infant First” Service on May 18. To participate submit your application.
Education Award Opportunity for Dharma School Seniors
The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, April 28, 2024.
Save the Date, Save Your Stuff for our Rummage Sale
Save the Date and Save Your Stuff to Donate
Reverends Bob and Patti Oshita on their decades of service
In this oral history, Reverends Bob and Patti Oshita reflect on their lives and share untold stories.
Join Rev. Yuki on an Unforgettable Trip to Japan in 2026!
Missed Rev. Yuki’s Japan trip in 2024 or would love to go again?
Support the Pasadena Buddhist Temple Sangha
While the Eaton Fire in Southern California is now under containment, the road to recovery for many of the Pasadena Buddhist Temple is just beginning. Ways you can help.
Kick off the new year with holiday gifting to 916 Ink
Join us and help support a nonprofit that empowers youth through creative writing and literacy programs.
125th Anniversary Banquet: Capacity Crowd Celebrates Compassion. Culture. Community.
More than 500 people turned out for the historic event.
Special Nembutsu Chanting with Flower Petal Offering
Watch an excerpt of the chanting of Shuso Sango Saho where the sangha participated in scatter flower petals.
Chicken Karaage Bento Pre-Order through December 2
No time to cook during holiday shopping? Let us help!
ABA Pupu Party Benefit for the Betsuin Scholarship Education Fund
Tickets now on sale for the Adult Buddhist Association (ABA) Annual Benefit to raise funding for the Betsuin Education Scholarship Fund.
Honoring Legacy Through Baseball: A Historic Game at Manzanar
Marty Sakata reflects on his profound experience honoring history through playing baseball at Manzanar on October 26, 2024.
200 Miles of Compassion
David Thull is running 200 miles to fundraise for Nathan Imura and Mama Bears Fighting Childhood Cancer. Please pledge!
Mark the Date - Cars and Coffee Meet Up on Saturday, May 10, 8 a.m.