Happenings around Myosho-ji, Wonderful Voice Buddhist Temple
By now most, if not all, know that I am leaving Charlotte, NC and moving to Syracuse, NY. While it may seem sudden to many it is something that I have been planning on doing for several years, though I may not have shared it openly. Many have asked me why Syracuse and why now. I would like to take this time to provide some answers. When I returned to Charlotte after graduating from Portland…
I hesitate to post this, so much has been said, written, and transmitted regarding events past and pending in the US especially after the election of our next president. Noteworthy is virtually everyone has an opinion yet when tallied next to votes cast there is a surplus of opinions compared to total votes. I did vote, I worked at the polls on election day. In my opinion what first needs to happen is to…
Thoughts on why we do this, how you might do it as part of your daily life, what you might do with the finished item. Let us combine both Shakyo and ShaButsu all together here to simplify the response. Also I would like to set aside any discussion of the highly ritualized and formal practice. There is value in the formalized practice and there is value in a less formal practice. It difficult to do…
A Holiday Message and Plea for Financial Support for All Nichiren Order of North America Temples – October 17, 2016 It is the season that time of year when we think about gratitude and giving. Hopefully that does not translate as grateful the stores are open late or Black Friday begins on Thursday. I am writing this post solely for the purpose of reminding you of the importance of your financial support for the spread of…
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