News and Announcements
Read a thoughtful message from our ministers, catch up on last week’s events, and discover a new activity to get involved in. This is the place to hear about the latest announcements and updates or browse stories from the community. You can now also read the monthly Sangha newsletter from wherever you are, with our online PDF archive available below!
Latest Posts and Updates
For all the latest news, articles, and announcements about our anniversary, head over to our 125th anniversary page. Here, you can browse all the updates, photos, and ways to get involved!
Celebrating 125 Years of the Buddhist Church of Sacramento
Read this month’s Sangha Newsletter online
All News and Annoucements
Reverends Bob and Patti Oshita on their decades of service
In this oral history, Reverends Bob and Patti Oshita reflect on their lives and share untold stories.
ABA Community Service Award
Application process for the 2025 ABA Community Service Award is now open
Join Rev. Yuki on an Unforgettable Trip to Japan in 2026! 🇯🇵
Missed Rev. Yuki’s Japan trip in 2024 or would love to go again?
Big Shoes to Fill
Do you know someone who might be interested in joining our team as our new office manager?
Free Movie Event - One Fighting Irishman
Join us on Saturday, February 22, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM for a special FREE screening of Wayne Collins -One Fighting Irishman.
It’s the year for our Buddhist Church of Sacramento Rummage Sale
Save the date! And set aside your rummage sale donations!
Support the Pasadena Buddhist Temple Sangha
While the Eaton Fire in Southern California is now under containment, the road to recovery for many of the Pasadena Buddhist Temple is just beginning. Ways you can help.
SBWA Udon Fundraiser
Craving hot udon on a cold day? Join us on February 23, 2025 for the Sacramento Buddhist Women’s Association udon fundraiser.
2025 Sakura Matsuri Food & Shopping Faire
March 22, 2025 - Save the Date for our annual Sakura Matsuri Food & Shopping Faire
Kick off the new year with holiday gifting to 916 Ink
Join us and help support a nonprofit that empowers youth through creative writing and literacy programs.
Troop 50 Crab Feed
Purchase your tickets for the Scout Troop 50 Annual Crab Feed on February 1, 2025
125th Anniversary Banquet: Capacity Crowd Celebrates Compassion. Culture. Community.
More than 500 people turned out for the historic event.
Special Nembutsu Chanting with Flower Petal Offering
Watch an excerpt of the chanting of Shuso Sango Saho where the sangha participated in scatter flower petals.
Chicken Karaage Bento Pre-Order through December 2
No time to cook during holiday shopping? Let us help!
ABA Pupu Party Benefit for the Betsuin Scholarship Education Fund
Tickets now on sale for the Adult Buddhist Association (ABA) Annual Benefit to raise funding for the Betsuin Education Scholarship Fund.
Honoring Legacy Through Baseball: A Historic Game at Manzanar
Marty Sakata reflects on his profound experience honoring history through playing baseball at Manzanar on October 26, 2024.
In this oral history, Reverends Bob and Patti Oshita reflect on their lives and share untold stories.