Santa Maria Central Coast Church – Guadalupe Buddhist Church

Reverend’s Message “All things are impermanent and imperfect.The path to Enlightenment is the acceptance Of imperfections.” ~Sen no Rikyu, Tea master. 16th CenturyWhen we have tea at church, it is very informal. The cups used are identical to each other, havingthe same color, shape, design and texture. That is probably why we all have a […]

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Reverend’s Message Although my eyes, blinded by passions,Do not see the brilliant light which embraces me,The Great Compassion never tires, always casting its light upon me.~Shinran Shonin Reverend Gyodo Haguri was the second minister at Guadalupe Buddhist Church. He served from1909-1911. After his term in Guadalupe, he went on to serve at several other temples/churches. […]

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