Image of white elephant made of flowers with a small statue of Buddha in a bowl on the elephant's back. In the bowl is sweet tea that is poured over the Buddha in honor of his birth during the Hanamatsuri (Flower Festival). The background is green with a upper image of bodhi leaves, representing the Bodhi tree under which the historical Buddha reached enlightenment. The flyer advertises an online Buddhist study class on April 1, 2026, at 7pm MT. The topic is "Buddhist Mythology: The story of the historical Buddha" in honor of Vesak/Hanamatsuri. Email info@tsdbt.org to get the zoom link for the class.

Tonight we will discuss the story of the historical Buddha in honor of the Spring Hanamatsuri and Vesak festivals that celebrate his life. Join us for tonight's online class and discussion at 7pm MT!

Email info@tsdbt.org for the Zoom link.

#freeonlineclasses #buddhism #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism

Flyer showing people in different colors with chat bubbles against a purple background. Flyer advertises online Buddhist Study discussion session tonight (3/28/2026) at 7pm MT. Discussion open to all, and will begin with the topic of the Pure Land. Email info@tsdbt.org to get the zoom link.

Join us for tonight's Online Buddhist Study Discussion! This is a great way to jump in, learn, and build your Sangha (learning community following the teachings of the Dharma). All are welcome

Email info@tsdbt.org to get the zoom link.
#freeonlineclasses #buddhism #shinbuddhism #jodoshinshu

In this photo, five people (a portion of the Homeless Project team) turn to face the camera while making sandwiches in the Midwest Buddhist Temple kitchen. Photo is from the temple's Facebook page.

Yesterday the Homeless Project at Midwest Buddhist Temple delivered 190 sandwich bags to unhoused people around Chicago. The Women's Association made three mats from plastic bags to provide a softer area to sleep.
#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #chicago #unhoused

Flyer for Online Buddhist Study Class on 2/18/2026 at 7pm MT about "The Death of Buddha & The Meaning of Nirvana". Image shows a blown out candle against a black back ground, with smoke swirling. No knowledge necessary to join the class; email info@tsdbt.org to get the zoom link.

Nirvana Day Service commemorates the death of the historical Buddha and his achievement of nirvana. Join us for our online class to learn about and discuss the Buddha's death and the meaning of nirvana.
Email info@tsdbt.org for the zoom link.
#freeonlineclasses #buddhism #shinbuddhism #jodoshinshu

Four people of various ages and ethnicities face the camera. Two are wearing Buddhist vestments, including a minister in a black robe. Two hold signs. One reads "Compassion is a verb" The other says "Sanctuary" and includes language about protecting families. The photo is from the December 2025 Light of Dharma.

Nov 6, 2025: Members of the Buddhist Church of San Francisco Engaged Buddhism group participated in the
San Francisco Faith in Action prayer vigil and procession for immigrants' rights and protection.

#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #immigration #ice

About three dozen people in white shirts, dark pants, and monto shikisho (Buddhist lay stoles) face the camera. They are standing before the golden main altar of the Buddhist Church of San Francisco. Picture is from Light of Dharma (June 2025).

May 4, 2025: Buddhist Church of San Francisco choir and the GLBTQ+ Asian Pacific Alliance Men's Chorus sang together for the temple's Gotan-e service, honouring the birth of Shinran. GAPA Men's Chorus 1st performed at the temple in 2016.

#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #queer #lgbtq

Awakening to Compassion in Turbulent Times Message from the Bishop: “Awakening to Compassion in Turbulent Times” Bishop Toshiyuki Umitani February 2, 2026 Dear Dharma Friends, Today, I write to you with a heavy heart. Mourning the tragic eve...

Rev. Toshiyuki Umitani, bishop of the Hawaiian Nishi Hongwanji Pure Land temples, issues a statement on ICE's violence in Minnesota.

#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #ice #immigration #minnesota #nikkei

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Several people stand in front of sandwich-making stations in the kitchen at Midwest Buddhist Temple. Photo is from the temple's Facebook page.

The Midwest Buddhist Temple Homeless Project members were at it again yesterday, making sandwich bags for delivery to unhoused people around Chicago

#buddhism #buddhist #shinbuddhism #jodoshinshu #engagedbuddhism #unhoused #hunger #chicago

A black and white headshot of Kenryu Tsuji, the former bishop of the Buddhist Churches of America. He is wearing a black robe and glasses.

"The Nembutsu moves us to work for the good of the community and the world--for social justice, world peace, inter-religious harmony and cooperation--for any cause that brings happiness to humankind."
-Rev. Kenryu Tsuji

#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #socialjustice

Quarterly Connection – Winter 2025-2026 - Tri-State/Denver Buddhist Temples The Quarterly Connection: Winter 2025-2026 edition of the newsletter covering events and achievements, as well as temple and community news.

Our Winter 2025-2026 Newsletter is out today, including a calendar of upcoming events over the next few months (always check our weekly emails and our website for the most current event information).
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#ShinBuddhism #TSDBTnewsletter #Denver #Colorado

Three Oregon Buddhist Temple members of various generations pose with smiles next to a car. The back of the car is loaded with groceries.

The Oregon Buddhist Temple (Jodo Shinshu temple in Portland) donated 427 lbs of food to the Oregon Food Bank in January. Special shout out to the Dharma School kids who led the drive!

#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #hunger #oregon

A Cry for Healing, Justice, and Hope Do we have the courage to stand against state-sanctioned violence, cruelty, and fear wherever we are? Can we be brave enough to imagine and build the just, humane, and compassionate world that should ...

Jodo Shinshu minister Rev. Blayne Higa delivers a cry for healing, justice, and hope in Minnesota

#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #minnesota #ice #immigration #minneapolis
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About 20 people stand in front of a small bus, holding signs that read "Share Peace" or have images of Martin Luther King Jr and Thich Nhat Hanh. One banner-type sign reads Honpa Hongwanji Buddhists. Palm trees and a blue sky with white clouds can be seen behind them.

Yesterday the Jodo Shinshu Buddhists of Honolulu once again marched for peace in the Martin Luther King Jr. parade in Waikiki

#mlk #buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #peace #hawaii

"The starting point of Buddhism is a recognition of the universal fact of human suffering, born of both personal and collective karma."
-Taitetsu Unno, "Shin Buddhism: Bits of Rubble Turn into Gold"

#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism

Our 2nd Sunday Meditative Listening Session is a practice of interconnection and awareness of our connection to the world around us. Join us for service 10:15 am, followed by our first meditative listening session of 2026.
#buddhism #shinbuddhism #meditativelistening #meditationpractice

Image of a statue of Shinran Shonin. Invites all to an Online Buddhist Study Class about The Life of Shinran Shonin on January 7, 2026, at 7pm MT. Email info@tsdbt.org for the Zoom link.

Tonight, in our first online class of the year (7pm MT), we'll discuss the life of Shinran Shonin, founder of our tradition of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism.

Email us at info@tsdbt.org to get the zoom link for tonight's class.
#freeonlineclasses #buddhism #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism

Five people (mostly Japanese American) smile for the camera while making sandwiches in the kitchen at the Midwest Buddhist Temple. Photo is from the temple's Facebook page.

Today the Midwest Buddhist Temple's Homeless Project reached a major milestone: 10 year anniversary! They celebrated by making and delivering 300 sandwich bags and countless warm clothing items to local shelters.
#buddhism #buddhist #engagedbuddhism #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #chicago #unhoused

Text reads: "White River Buddhist Temple strongly condemns the horrific acts of violence that occurred at a Hanukkah gathering in Sydney, Australia, over the weekend. We mourn alongside the greater Jewish community and stand in solidarity with all those affected. We urge everyone to reject violence in all its forms and to reaffirm our shared commitment to peace, compassion, and respect for one another."-Rev. Cyndi Jikaku Yasaki & The White River Buddhist Temple Board of Directors

Statement from White River Buddhist Temple on the terrible attack in Sydney.

#buddhism #buddhist #engagedbuddhism #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #antisemitism #guncontrol #peace

Steeped in Suffering – Higashi Honganji USA By Rev. Patti Nakai These days I feel “my life sucks.” Shinran Shonin would say—bonnō gusoku – filled with irritation/misery. He often slung that description of himself and the human condition. We’re ...

"Suffering may be inevitable but Amida’s vow liberates all beings, moving us to help fulfill that vow of bringing all to the Pure Land of joy, equality and freedom."

#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism

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This photo shows the golden altar area of the temple, with a statue of Amida Buddha, hanging lanterns, and the majestic kuden. In front of it is a table covered in a white cloth. On top of the table are framed pictures of Jesus, the Kaaba, and other images, while sacred objects adorn the table, such as a cross, menorah, and lotus. Image is from the temple's Facebook page.

On Tuesday the Honpa Hongwanji Hawaii Betsuin once again hosted the Nu'uana Valley Interfaith Thanksgiving service. Members of many different religious traditions gathered in the temple's hondo.

#buddhism #buddhist #engagedbuddhism #interfaith #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #hawaii

Flyer showing an image from the Amida Sutra Mandala in vibrant colors. The flyer is for the Online Buddhist Study Class on November 19, 2025, at 7pm MT. Email info@tsdbt.org for the zoom link. No prior knowledge necessary to participate.

There will be some beautiful art to see in tonight's online study class as we learn about the Amida Sutra Mandala. Please join us at 7pm MT!

Email info@tsdbt.org for the zoom link.

#freeonlineclasses #buddhism #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism

Check out video of last month's LGBTQ+ book tour at Honpa Hongwanji Honolulu Betsuin. Congratulations and mahalo to the contributors of "Letters to Home"!
#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #lgbtq #queer #hawaii
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About a dozen people of different ages, genders, and ethnicities crowd around a table covered in ready-to-make soup bowls. Picture is from the Toronto Buddhist Temple Facebook page.

On Thursday, November 27 (6:30pm) the Toronto Buddhist Church (1011 Sheppard Avenue W) will hold another soup-packing event. This is to create ready-mix soup bowls with rice, lentils and seasonings for the less fortunate.
#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #hunger

Dark blue flyer with gold silhouette of seated Buddha. Flyer advertises an online Buddhist study class on the topic "Introduction to Pure Land Buddhism". The class is 11/5/2025 at 7pm MT on Zoom. Email info@tsdbt.org to get the link to join in.

Shin Buddhism, which we practice at TSDBT, is one tradition within the broader stream of Pure Land Buddhism. Join us tonight to learn the history and practices of Pure Land Buddhism.

Email info@tsdbt.org to get the Zoom link.

#freeonlineclasses #buddhism #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism

✨ True compassion softens the hardest ego

🪷 Heart-opening wisdom from Taitetsu Unno (1929–2014)

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Buddhistdoor Quote for Today: Such sorrow— / The cry of true compassion / Sinks into my hard ego. — Taitetsu Unno (1929–2014)

🪷 Buddhistdoor Quote for Today: Taitetsu Unno (1929–2014) 🪷

🔗 Explore more at BDG: buddhistdoor.net

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Flyer with a background image of waves washing up on a beach at sunset. The flyer is for an Online Buddhist Study Class, Oct. 22, 2025, at 7pm MT. The class topic is Buddhist Perspectives on Suicide with Rev. David Fujimoto (Mililani Honwanji, HI), Dr. DJ Ida (Clinical Psychologist, CO), and Rev. Diana Thompson (Tri-State/Denver Buddhist Temple, CO). Email info@tsdbt.org for the Zoom link If you are in crisis or think you may have an emergency, call or text 988.

CW: Tonight's Online Buddhist Study Class topic will deal with Buddhist perspectives on and discussion of suicide. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call or text 988.

Please email info@tsdbt.org for the Zoom link.
#freeonlineclasses #buddhism #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism

Vista Buddhist Temple's annual Buddhist Community Gathering "Resistance and Regeneration Amidst the Chaos" will take place Saturday, November 15, 2025, 1-3pm PST. Join us as we host three distinguished dharma teachers as they reflect on this year's theme and engage in dialogue with one another. Speakers: Chenxing Han, Br. Phap Luu, Rev. Patti Nakai. Register at vbtemple.org/bcg

"Resistance and Regeneration Amidst the Chaos," Nov 15, 2025, 1-3pm PST. Speakers: Chenxing Han, Br. Phap Luu, Rev. Patti Nakai. Register at vbtemple.org/bcg

#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism

A video screenshot of a mini school bus, with a sign on the front reading "Proud of Hongwanji, All-Accepting" and various rainbow-themed signs on the side showcasing LGBTQ support by Hongwanji institutions such as the Pacific Buddhist Academy.

The Hongwanji Hawaii Buddha Bus was out yesterday in the Honolulu Pride Parade, spreading the good vibes of Amida Buddha's universal embrace of all people. Get on board, we're all going to the Pure Land together!

#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #lgbtq #pride #queer

Hongwanji Hawaii LGBTQIA+ Resources Workshop/Panel Videos October 2024 Event

Coming out? Hongwanji Hawaii has a full page of resources, with pamphlets on coming out and supporting your family member who has come out, videos of Buddhist LGBTQ discussions, and more
#buddhism #buddhist #jodoshinshu #shinbuddhism #engagedbuddhism #lgbtq #queer
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