The BCO Buddhist Education Committee develops and works with Rev. Bridge on topics for Dharma Chat and Study Classes. Anyone is welcomed to offer suggestions for future events.
DHARMA CHAT: A monthly informal gathering to discuss a certain topic and answer questions regarding Jodo Shinshu Buddhism. Usually held following Sunday Dharma Family Service in the Small Chapel from 10:45-11:30am.
2025 Schedule
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Held Sun 2/23: w/ Rev. Michael Endo – Why Pursue the Buddha?
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Sunday, March 16th – 10:45-11:30am
STUDY CLASS: A monthly class (usually taught by Rev. Bridge) focusing on a certain topic, such as Jodo Shinshu teachers, sutras, writings and translations. Usually held in two-hour sessions on Saturday afternoons in the Social Hall.
2025 Schedule
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Held Sat 2/25: The Difficulty of Seeing Oneself (Link)
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Saturday, March 15th – 1:00pm: The “Inexhaustible Namuamidabutsu” (Link)
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Saturday, April 12th – 1:00pm
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Saturday, May 10th – 1:00pm
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Saturday, June 21st – 1:00pm: Introduction to Buddhism
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Saturday, August 9th – 1:00pm: Introduction to Buddhism