Akemashite Omedetto Gozaimasu!  First of all I would like the thank Rev Watanabe, Yasuko Kujiraoka, the Board of Directors and the entire Sangha for their selfless cooperation and support of this temple.  This includes BCA, ministers and laypersons who have directly or indirectly supported us, thank you.  As you know this past year had its unique challenges but the Sangha bravely came together to meet it head on.  As we embark on a new year I request your continued spirited support and will do what I can to help communicate the message of the Buddha.  As we frequently recite during Sunday service under ‘Shin Buddhist Life Principles’, my goal for the New Year is to “Share the True Dharma with All.”   Former Monshu Koshin Ohtani, in his book ‘The Buddha’s Wish for the World,’ cites: “Your life is a gift wished into existence.”   May 2018 bring on a deepening awareness. 

President 

of the 

OBT Board of Directors

  

 

Obon season has come.  I would like to thank you if you’ve been participating in the Obon dance practices. Obon is not only a fun event but also an important Buddhist annual occasion to remember our deceased loved ones and show our respect to them through dancing with joy. Regardless of being a member or non-member, so many help at the boothes or are otherwise engaged at the festival.  By doing so, the Oxnard temple will be sustained and preserved for future generations to encounter the Buddha’s wisdom.  Participating in the festival is an important Buddhist practice and one of Six Paramitas, called Dana, or giving.  We, as Bodhisattvas, dedicate ourselves to the event.  It is a very wonderful thing. more         Go to the message

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Obon is Coming Soon!

Saturday, July 13th

Bon Odori Dance Practices 

7:00 p.m. Tuesdays & Thursdays June 18, 20, 25 & 27

July 2, 9, & 11

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