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
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Temple members teach children about Japanese culture
Temple volunteers led the children’s activities during the California Museum’s Japanese Community Day.
Amazingness of Living Each Day
A short dharma message from Rev. Yuki about impermanence of life and how amazing that we are living this moment.
Buddhist Church of Sacramento honors the new Japantown mural
Sangha members celebrate an important mural evoking the memory of Sacramento Japantown and the Issei and Nisei who built the community.
Join Our Volunteer Community for the Annual Bazaar
Every year, our bazaar brings together friends, families, and neighbors to enjoy a day of delicious food, performances, and cultural exchange. But behind the scenes, it's the dedication and hard work of volunteers like you that make it all possible.
Save the Date for a Spectacular Celebration
It will be here before you know it! Mark your calendar for our 125th Anniversary Banquet & Celebration on Sunday, November 23, 2024.
Limited Time Online Sales Event for our 125th Anniversary Merchandise
Special online sales event for our new Happi Coat and 125th anniversary merchandise run from May 30 to June 7.
New Happi Coat Design
It’s here! To commemorate our 125th anniversary, we launched a newly designed happi coat just in time for Obon.
Lahaina minister shares his sorrow and gratitude following the wildfire
Reverend Ai Hironaka of the Lahaina Hongwangi Mission thanks the Buddhist Church of Sacramento Sangha for their support following Lahaina’s deadly fire.
Sakura Matsuri Faire: A Big Success
Volunteers pack food deliveries at the 2024 Sakura Matsui Food and Shopping Faire.
Reflecting on Girl Scouts Thinking Day 2024
Scouts share global experiences that have shaped their lives.
Celebrating Our 125th Anniversary with Cars & Coffee
Saturday, May 11, from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the temple’s main parking lot.
Three C’s and the 125th Anniversary
From the beginning, our temple has embraced the core values of “Compassion. Culture. Community.”
Eagle Scout Achieves a Rare Double Honor
Kai Nakaoka achieves two of Scouts’ highest honors and blazes a trail for others.
Spaghetti Feed: Packed House
Thank you to those who continue to support this organization of teens with their community-focused volunteering and activities.
Panda’s No Cook Friday: Huge Success
Our temple’s security budget got a boost from this generous fundraiser. Thanks to Panda Express and our supporters!
Appreciating the Women of Jodo Shinshu
Guest speaker, Reverend Yukiko Motoyoshi, says countless women have helped to expand our Buddhist tradition around the world.
Scout Sunday: “Compassion. Culture. Community.”
Scout leader Paul Helman says the 125th Anniversary theme fits perfectly with the respective scouting pledges of each troop.
Japantown to Redevelopment and Beyond
Our original temple was among the hundreds of buildings and homes that comprised Sacramento’s Japantown.
Little Something for the 125th Anniversary
The commemorative wood coins can serve as a reminder to be compassionate Buddhists.
Sacramento is fortunate to showcase Techno Hoyo on Feb. 17 at 7 p.m.