Calgary Buddhist Temple Blog

Noodle Making

Friday, September 13, 2024
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In preparation for our annual Chow Mein Supper and possibly for your home supply, we are making mein nooodles and need your help. 

  • Dough making: Friday, Sep 27 from 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm at the Temple
  • Mein making: Sunday, Sep 29 from 8:30 am – 2:30 pm at the CJCA hall (2236 29 St. SW)

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Also, thank you to all the volunteers, donors, and supporters who made our events (garage sale, sushi sale, omatsuri possible). We appreciate your ongoing support and participation!

The Fundraising Committee

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Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration

Wednesday, August 14, 2024
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Don’t miss this special demonstration of the Japanese Tea Ceremony, with ikebana display, proudly hosted by the Calgary Buddhist Temple Sangha Engagement scheduled for Sunday, Oct 13 from 2:00-4:00pm at the Temple.

The tea ceremony involves the ceremonial preparation, presentation, and drinking of matcha [抹茶] or powdered green tea. Come and discover the history and intricacies of this age-old cultural activity while surrounded by the beauty and serenity of ikebana which is the art of Japanese flower arrangement. The philosophy behind ikebana is grounded in Japanese aesthetics, which emphasizes simplicity, understated elegance, and a respect for nature.

We are honored to have Rika Saruwatari leading this skillful demonstration. She is learning from these schools of tea ceremony and ikebana:

  • [表千家] Omotesenke School of Tea
  • [光風未生流] Kōfumisho School of Ikebana

Cost for this demonstration is $15 per person including tax and processing fee. A [和菓子] Japanese confectionery/sweet will also accompany the matcha.

Limited spots available so register early to avoid disappointment: https://bit.ly/cbt-tea-ceremony

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Sunday Sundae for Sensei

Wednesday, August 14, 2024
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On Sunday, Sep 22 after service, let’s all show our appreciation to Sensei Robert Gubenco for his dedication and commitment to the Sangha and to the community he serves so well.

There’ll be ice cream, fruit, and fixings – EVERYONE IS WELCOME!  Please join us, shake his hand, and let’s express our gratitude.

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Community Outreach

Wednesday, August 14, 2024
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Feels good to do good!  We’ll be providing lunch service on two more Sundays this year so please join us. We leave from the temple after service, around 11:15am, to walk over to the Drop-In Centre together, or meet us there at 11:30am. Ten volunteers (16 years of age or older) are needed. 

Sign Up for Sept 8:  https://bit.ly/community-08Sep24

Sign Up for Nov 10:  https://bit.ly/community-10Nov24  

It’s not time-consuming and it really means a lot to those who may be struggling.

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SUMMER BREAK

Friday, August 02, 2024
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The Temple is closed (no activities or services) from Aug 5 to Sep 7.  Regularly scheduled meditation and Sunday services will resume on Sunday, Sep 8.

Thank you, and enjoy this unrepeatable day!

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Sunday, July 28-Obon Service 3:00 pm

Friday, July 26, 2024
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Remember that there is NO Sunday morning service or morning meditation this weekend.

We have cemetery services:

  • Saturday, July 27 – Mountain View 9:00am; Strathmore 10:30am; Nokotsudo/Columbarium 12:15pm
  • Sunday, July 28 – Eden Brook 11:00am; Queens Park 1:00pm

We hope you can join us on Sunday, July 28, 2024 for the afternoon 3:00 pm service. This Sunday is the Obon Service which is conducted to honor our ancestors for all they have done to allow us to be here today.

The Temple is open to in-person attendance and continues with Live Streaming for Sunday services. 

The Sunday service will start at 3:00 pm (MST) and will be streaming using Facebook Live from the group, Calgary Buddhist Temple.  Here is the link Calgary Buddhist Temple Group on Facebook

Below is the link to find the relevant sections from our service book for those following the service online.

July 28-Obon Service

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