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
Techno Hoyo - An Immersive Way to Hear the Dharma
Sacramento is fortunate to showcase Techno Hoyo on Feb. 17 at 7 p.m.
Join us at the Western Young Buddhist League (WYBL) Reunion
Were you a YBA member between 1960 and 2000? Can you say, “Reunion?”
Sakura Matsuri Japanese Cultural Food & Shopping Faire
Save the date - March 21st is our annual Sakura Matsuri event.
2026 Community Service Award Now Accepting Applications
ABA Community Service Award application process is open until March 25.
Join SBWA for their Annual Women of Jodo Shinshu Service
Rev. Patti Oshita is the scheduled guest speaker at the annual SBWA Women of Jodo Shinshu Service
We ate our way into the new year!
See photos from our first-ever New Year’s Eve dinner. Could this be an annual tradition?
Ringing in 2026
Watch our sangha ring in the new year after our Joya-e New Year’s Eve Service.
J.A.M.S. - Jodo Shinshu Artists & Musicians Showcase
Watch a slideshow from this musical event at our temple.
Fried Rice & Chicken Karaage Fund Raiser
Preorder before Dec. 4 and pick up on Sunday, Dec. 7.
Betsuin 529 College Savings Program Continues for the 2025/26 School Year
Save for college through the Betsuin 529 College Savings Program, which includes a matching contribution of $100.
Ring in 2026 with a New Year’s Eve Dinner
Join us for a special New Year’s Eve Dinner after the Joya-e New Year’s Eve Service. Tickets on sale now.
J.A.M.S. Musical Event
A musical event featuring Bonbu Stories, Rimban Yuki, and the Mizushimas, is coming to the temple on Saturday, Dec. 6.
Let’s Do Some Holiday Shopping
Shop for holiday gifts and support Girl Scout Troop 569 on Sunday, Dec. 7.
Ahem…Is the Mic On?
Come experience Toastmasters at the Kaizen Toastmasters Open House on Nov. 16 at 10:30 a.m.
Sangha Without Borders: Stories from “Dharma Is Everywhere”
Watch a reflection shared by Rev. Bob during the July Sangha Without Borders session.
Sacramento is fortunate to showcase Techno Hoyo on Feb. 17 at 7 p.m.