Calgary Buddhist Temple Blog

New Scroll of Prince Shotoku

Sunday, January 29, 2017
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scrollLast Sunday, we had an unveiling of a beautiful new scroll of Prince Shotuko, generously donated by Mrs Teruko Ikuta in memory of her husband, Rev S.K. Ikuta. Prince Shotoku, (574 – 622 AD), is legendary in Japanese Buddhism for establishing Buddhist principles and ethics as core values in Japanese society for the betterment of all. He dedicated his life to the spread of Buddhism in Japan, building many temples and dispatching envoys to China. This scroll will hang on the right side of the alter.

Our temple now has the official Hongwanji set up of scolls featuring Shinran Shonin, Rennyo Shonin, the 7 Masters and Prince Shotoku. Thank you to Mrs Ikuta for her generous donation and for the years of service she has given to the Calgary Buddhist Temple

 

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Buddhism 101

Wednesday, January 25, 2017
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Interested in Buddhism and how it can be a part of your daily life? Then join us on Thursdays, 7:30 – 8:30 pm as the fundamentals of Buddhism will be introduced and discussed.

There will be 8 consecutive sessions beginning February 9 through March 23, 2017 so mark it on your calendar and come on out! Each evening will be a combination of short DVD clips followed by a question and answer/ discussion time.

No prior knowledge or experience is required, just an open and curious mind!

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Sikh Group at Temple

Wednesday, January 25, 2017
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Hello everyone,

Tomorrow, Thursday, January 26, we are hosting the Sikh group who will  sing their scriptural music and give a short talk about their faith. We are very fortunate to have this opportunity as the musicians are visiting priests from India and will be returning home on February 6.
Please come and join us to welcome this group!
There will be refreshments after.

Mickey Ikuta
Sangha Engagement Committee

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Thank You

Thursday, January 12, 2017
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To all the Selfless and Dedicated Casino Volunteers:

I apologize for my tardiness. The casino was over 6 months ago! But, this gives me opportunity to wish each of you a Happy New Year and I can also report the results of your volunteering. The Temple received our share of the casino proceeds, over $66,000. The way I figure it, that is just over $240 dollars per volunteer hour.

I think that all volunteers of the July casino and all previous casinos can look at our beautiful temple and take pride in knowing that their volunteer commitments were instrumental in making this possible.

I appreciate that although it is not taxing work, it is a long day and night. Please accept this as my heartfelt “Thank You” for volunteering.

Jean Masuda on behalf of the Calgary Buddhist Temple

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Ikebana

Wednesday, January 04, 2017
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Five classes are being offered by Rika Saruwatari. Classes are open to the public and will be held Saturday mornings 10:00 am -12:00 noon on April 29 May 13 & 27 and June 10 & 24 at the temple.

Cost is $175 including tax

Students must supply their own containers (please ask Rika for suitable size and shape), scissors and kenzan (frog). Ask Rika if you need help selecting your items as these are not supplied as part of the lesson.

Sorry, no refunds for missed lessons.

Class size is limited so register early!

Rika was trained under Ms. Takato Yokoyama and became a certified shihan (teacher) in 2012. Contact Rika at rikaandshiro@gmail.com or call 403-701-0390 if you have any questions and to register.

 

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