Fall Ohigan Service and Seminar (hybrid)*

Following 10:00 am Hybrid Ohigan Service

You may attend the service and seminar in person or by Zoom.

You will receive a Zoom invitation for the service and seminar if you are already receiving Sunday Service Zoom links. Otherwise, please RSVP by e-mail (sfvhbt@gmail.com) by Thursday, September 15, to receive a Zoom invitation.

The Subtle Calling Voice of Amida

Together we will explore through various quotes and everyday life stories how true reality has a voice, and that voice is calling out to us telling us we are embraced as we are. In a world that is technologically advancing at break-neck speed, it seems that life should be great and satisfying with all of the modern-day conveniences we can enjoy. Yet, there seems to be angst that lingers within our hearts. Shin Buddhism explains that it is the calling voice of true reality that will fulfill our hearts with a sense of tranquility.

Rev. Dr. Takashi Miyaji was born in Ogden, Utah and raised in Los Angeles. After receiving degrees at UC Berkeley, the Institute of Buddhist Studies, and Ryukoku Universities, he served at Tacoma Buddhist Temple before being assigned to Southern Alameda County Buddhist Church. Rev. Miyaji is also an Assistant Professor of Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Studies at IBS.