Rev. John’s 10th Anniversary
We celebrate Rev. John Iwohara’s 10th year anniversary as Resident Minister of the Venice Hongwanji Buddhist Temple.
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Jr YBA Installation
The officers for the 2012-2013 Jr YBA were installed during Dharma School service on Sept. 30, 2012.
Joint Service with WLABT
West Los Angeles Buddhist Temple is hosting a joint service with VHBT on Sunday, October 21, from 10 AM – 12 noon. We would like to give WLABT a head-count so they have an idea as to how many people to prepare for. If you are planning on attending, please register by clicking on the… Read More »
Dharma School Installation
The Dharma School Staff for the 2012-2013 school year was installed in a ceremony on Sept. 23, 2012. Picture Gallery
Dharma School Installation
The Dharma School Staff for the 2012-2013 school year was installed in a ceremony on Sept. 23, 2012. Photos courtesy Ray Fukumoto.
Dharma School Round Table Discussion
You are cordially invited to sit and chat about the issues facing Dharma School. Share your concerns and ideas with Dharma School Staff, Parents, Friends of the Dharma School, and Minister. Sunday, Sept. 30, 11:30am-1:30pm Venice Hongwanji Buddhist Temple Lunch will be provided Kids are welcome! Flyer… Read More »
Congratulations to Jeffrey Ignarro
Congratulations to Jeffrey Ignarro for completing the Jodo Shinshu Correspondence Course, a two-year endeavor. Jeffrey is the second member of the VHBT to complete the course, after Richard Modiano. He received his Certificate of Completion during the first Sunday service of the 2012/2013 Dharma School year. Rev. John Iwohara is one of several instructors for… Read More »
Sundae Sunday
The first Dharma School session of the 2012/2013 school year kicks off with ice cream sundaes after service.
Jodo Shinshu Correspondence Course
Congratulations to Jeffrey Ignarro for completing the Jodo Shinshu Correspondence Course, a two-year endeavor. Jeffrey is the second member of the VHBT to complete the course, after Richard Modiano. He received his Certificate of Completion during the first Sunday service of the 2012/2013 Dharma School year.
Special Services & Events Workshop
The Buddhist Education Committee will be presenting a two-part workshop on our temple’s special services and events: Part 1: Buddhist Holidays and Religious Services Friday, September 21, 2012, 7:30 PM Part 2: Temple Traditions & Non-Religious Services Friday, October 26, 2012, 7:30 PM Learn about the religious meaning behind our Buddhist holidays and their accompanying… Read More »