Welcome!
Welcome to the website for the Buddhist Church of Oakland (BCO). Founded in 1901, BCO welcomes everyone to listen to and share in the teachings of the Jodo Shinshu (Shin Buddhist) tradition.
While continuing to honor the Japanese heritage of our founders, today, BCO is a multicultural and multigenerational community with services and educational programs in English for adults and children.
We invite you to browse our website to learn more about Shin Buddhism, BCO’s history, and the church’s various organizations, programs, and activities and we warmly welcome you to visit BCO.
More Information about BCO
Highlights
Do You Miss Going to Service in the Summer?
Come join us for our new summer Study Service. First Service Sunday June 30th @ 10am...
BCO Family Day - Sunday July 14th - A’s vs White Sox
Please join us for this fun event at the Park. We have a limited number of tickets! Reserve your seat now...
Obon Dance Practice Schedule
Starting in July, join us at BCO to practice obon dance. Free evening group classes...
Obon - Come Dance with Us !
Join us Saturday August 3rd for the BCO Obon Festival. Your Participation and Donations are Welcome.
Honor Past Members
Obon Lantern Tags - A Memorial Tribute to Family and Friends who have past...
2019 Obon Shift Schedule
Please check for your shift at Obon. Any extra time that you can help is appreciated and needed...
2019 World Buddhist Women's Convention - San Francisco - August 30 - September 1, 2019
Special Conference Rate for OBWA members. Please send your registrations to Patti Hisaoka
Dharma School Starts in September !
Have FUN while learning about Buddhism..... Dharma School is open to students from Pre-School to High School.
NEW BCO GOLF TOURNEY DATE!
Join us on Monday September 30, 2019 for the 32nd Annual BCO Benefit Golf Tournament
Saturday October 5, 2019 - 2-4
Meet Douncan Ryuken Williams, author of American Sutra, A Story of Faith and Freedom in the Second World War.
BCO Youth Baskball. Open to All
Youth Club promotes sportsmanship, teamwork, and giving back to the community. Practice begins in August.
Our Monthly Newsletter
The Busshin Monthly Newsletter features news and articles about BCO.