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
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.
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.
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.
Sangha Without Borders: Stories from “Dharma Is Everywhere”
Watch a reflection shared by Rev. Bob during the July Sangha Without Borders session.
Highlights from the 2025 Annual Golf Tournament
We had another fantastic golf tournament on July 16, 2025. Thank you.
Temple Joins Interfaith Peace Walk at the Capitol
Buddhist Church of Sacramento displays unity at Capitol peace walk.
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?
Japanese Food & Cultural Bazaar: Saturday, August 9
Mark your calendar for this summer favorite!
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.
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.
80th Annual Japanese Food and Cultural Bazaar