Santa Maria Central Coast Church - Guadalupe Buddhist Church
Minister’s December 2016 message “The Buddha’s regard for each sentient being with eyes of compassion is equal, as though each one were his only child; hence I take refuge in and worship the unsurpassed mother of great compassion.” Written by Genshin, teacher of Pure Land The upcoming holiday is another one of my favorite times. […]
Minister’s November 2016 message I rely on the Sangha. May I, along with all sentient beings, Become one Sangha of life, able to move forward and live With a dynamic spirit that is hindered by nothing. Excerpt from Three Treasures There is an old adage that says there is strength in numbers. This is not […]
Minister’s October 2016 message Do not confuse your path with your destination. Just because it is stormy now, does not Mean that you are not headed for sunshine. ~Anonymous After each service, I evaluate my howa or message. It is the drive back to SLO when I reflect on what I tried to communicate. If I can […]
A good life is when you assume Nothing, do more, need less, Smile often. Dream big. Laugh A lot, and realize how blessed You are. ~Anonymous I just returned from vacation and it feels as though as if I need another vacation. I came back exhausted, but it was a good visit. I did not […]
Minister’s August 2016 Message Saichi, what is your joy? The world of delusion is my joy. It contains the seeds of relishing the Dharma. Namu Amida Butsu is blooming everywhere. Verse of Myokonin Saichi from the book, Great Compassion In the Japanese culture, we are not prone to a display of emotions. However there are […]