Rev. Fumiaki Usuki of the Buddhist Temple of West Los Angeles shares two messages during Family Service. First he speaks to the Dharma School class and then he shares his Dharma talk describing how he came to Shin Buddhism. 

Rev. Miyamura delivers his message about Ohigan, the special service held at the time of the Spring and Fall equinox.  

Rev. Miyamura speaks at the September Memorial Service. His message is about the Sangha and the recently concluded Eastern Buddhist League convention. 

Rev. Patti Oshita of the Sacremento Betsuin shares her dharma message as part of the memorial service for Eshinni and Kakushinni, the wife and daughter of Shinran Shoning. 

At the MBT's back entrance is a sign that says "Midwest Buddhist Temple - All are welcome, come as you are!". Rev. Miyamura provides the background of that phrase in the context of Shin Buddhism.

Minister's Assistant Cheryl Ikemiya shares insights on her path to Shin Buddhism and the Nembutsu.

Minister's Assistant Joy Zavala shares her Dharma Talk about happiness and how the simple practice of Dana (the act of giving) leads to the most fulfilling happiness.

Minister's Assistant Cynthia Mee shares her Dharma Talk at Sunday Family Service. Her message is about meaningful concepts she's learned as she became a Buddhist. 

Speaking at our annual Obon service and Hatsubon (first Obon after the passing of a loved one), Rev. Miyamura re-tells the story of the first Obon. 

Rev. Miyamura speaks at the July Monthly Memorial Service. Rev. Miyamura has just returned from Rome where he participated in a conference hosted by the Vatican. He shares some of his thoughts, impressions, and gratitude for this unique opportunity.