In the Buddhist tradition each moment is a new beginning. The calendar year is an attempt to measure time that is infinite. However, New Year’s Day is celebrated to renew our resolution to live with Nembutsu gratitude.

The passing of the historical Shakyamuni Buddha into Nirvana is observed. Each year, the exact date changes. In 2024, it is observed February 11.

Higan, meaning Other Shore, is a service conducted in the spring and fall, on or about the vernal and autumnal equinox. The practice of the Six Paramitas is emphasized on these occasions.

This service is held to commemorate the birth of Prince Siddhartha, who later became the historical Shakyamuni Buddha.

The birthday of our founder, Shinran Shonin, is commemorated. Our church conducts a musical service with nine-year-old boys and girls participating in the Chigo procession.

A Buddhist Memorial Service during which those who have died in the past year are especially memorialized. Obon dance is held to express joy of enlightenment assured by Amida Buddha.

Higan, meaning Other Shore, is a service conducted in the spring and fall, on or about the vernal and autumnal equinox. The practice of the Six Paramitas is emphasized on these occasions.

This service is held in memory of church members who have passed away.

Hoonko, meaning a gathering to repay the debt of gratitude, is a service in memory of our founder Shinran Shonin.

On this day, 566 BC, Siddhartha Gautama, as he meditated under the Bodhi Tree, attained Enlightenment and became the Shakyamuni Buddha.

This service is held to express gratitude for the countless blessings received throughout the year.