Category: Upcoming Events and Fundraisers

by Rimban Katsuya Kusunoki

The NW District of BCA is going to hold its annual convention in conjunction with the BCA National Council Meeting at the Hyatt Regency in Renton, Washington in February 2020. Seattle Betsuin is hosting both these big conferences. The theme is “Dana for World Peace,” which mirrors the 2020 thrust of our sect, Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha. Our Gomonshu also mentioned this in his New Year’s Greeting. (Please see the 2019 January Wheel of Dharma.) Continue reading “Save the dates: NW District Convention February 21-23”

It’s all over but the great memories.

To those who attended our 87th Bon Odori Festival, danced until dark, enjoyed delicious food and spent time appreciating Japanese culture from judo to ikebana to a bit of World War II history, we thank you.

To hundreds of volunteers — temple members past and present and their families and friends, and friends of friends — another thank you.  You planned for months ahead of the event, helped with set up, cooking, procuring food and equipment, leading dances, taiko, selling merchandise, AV, security, accounting, emceeing, sharing information with guests about the temple and Buddhism, the many displays, and, lastly, clean up.  All your efforts led to the best Bon Odori ever.

Gassho,

Rev. Kusunoki and Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple

Come and be a part of the Seattle Pride Parade with the Seattle Betsuin for the third straight year! Our group will be marching in the parade once again this year and everyone is welcome to participate in the march on June 30th. Registration for the event can be found through the link below.

Register for the Seattle Betsuin’s Pride Parade Group

There is no cost to participate, but donations or purchases of Pride and temple merchandise are welcome to help offset the cost of registering our group!

Continue reading “Join the Seattle Betsuin in the Spirit of Openness and Inclusion”