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   SOUTHERN CA
Konko Churches of North America
URL: http://www.konkofaith.org/index.html
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Konko Daijin (1814-1883), the founder of Konkokyo, was a farmer in a small farming village in what is now Konko-cho, Okayama Prefecture. Despite being very religious and praying to gods and buddhas often, he encountered many misfortunes such as the deaths of three of his children and two oxen. He and his fellow villagers believed that his misfortunes were due to his irreverences toward Konjin, the most feared deity believed to wreak multiple deaths when angered. Although Konko Daijin did not think he had done anything wrong such as building his house in an ominous direction or on an unlucky day, he admitted that he may have upset Konjin unknowingly. He therefore sincerely apologized to Konjin and was forgiven.

KCNA is more than the churches, people and ministers that are here today, it is the tradition of pioneering ministers and believers who paved the way for the Konko Faith to be propagated today.

Churches are located in Fresno, Gardena, Los Angeles, Portland, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Seattle, Whittier-Rose Hill, and Chicago.
Los Angeles Hompa Hongwanji Buddhist Temple
URL: http://www.nishihongwanji-la.org/
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The Nishi Hongwanji Los Angeles Betsuin has been serving Southern California since 1905. It belongs to the Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha, one of the largest denominations of the Pure Land stream of Mahayana Buddhism. As a Betsuin, our temple is a direct branch of Nishi Hongwanji-ha in Kyoto, Japan. It is also one of 62 temples affiliated with Nishi Hongwanji in the mainland United States.
Orange County Buddhist Church
URL: http://www.bca-ocbc.org/
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Orange County Buddhist Church (OCBC), located in Anaheim California, is a member of the Buddhist Churches of America (BCA), headquartered in San Francisco, California. The temple belongs to the Jodo Shinshu Mahayana Buddhism and the Mother Temple is the Nishi Hongwanji located in Kyoto, Japan.
San Fernando Valley Hongwanji Buddhist Temple
URL: http://www.sfvhbt.org/
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Prior to World War II, Los Angeles Betsuin served San Fernando Valley Buddhists through services conducted regularly in such areas as San Fernando, Pacoima, and Canoga Park. San Fernando and Canoga Park had a Sunday School as well as a Young Buddhist Association (YBA).
   NORTHERN CA
Berkeley Buddhist Temple
URL: http://www.berkeleysangha.org/
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n 1911 the Berkeley Young Men's Buddhist Association, composed of 73 members, was organized under the guidance of Reverend Gyodo Haguri. At the time, Reverend Haguri was minister of the Oakland Buddhist Church. The inaugural service was held on May 10, 1911 at the Odd Fellows Hotel. This marked the modest beginnings of the Berkeley Buddhist Temple which was to later impart its broad and pervasive influence on the future of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism in America.
Buddhist Church of Florin
URL: http://florinbuddhist.org/home/
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The Buddhist Church of Florin is located at 7235 Pritchard Road in the southeast area of Sacramento County. BCF was established at its present location in 1919. Next year we will celebrate our 90th year of service to the local Sacramento community. We are affiliated with the Buddhist Churches of America, the oldest and largest Buddhist organization in the West, and belong to the Shin or True Pure Land sect, the largest and most popular sect in Japan.
Buddhist Church of Lodi
URL: http://lodibuddhist.org/home/
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Our church belongs to the Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji Ha tradition of Buddhism and the Mother Temple is the Nishi Hongwanji located in Kyoto, Japan.
Buddhist Church of Oakland
URL: http://www.buddhistchurchofoakland.org/
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We extend our warmest welcome to you, whether you are a first-time visitor or a long-time member of this church. Your interest in our temple is sincerely appreciated and we wish to make you feel comfortable attending our Sunday services, religious or cultural events, or participating in one of several church groups.
Buddhist Church of Sacramento
URL: http://www.buddhistchurch.com/
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The Buddhist Church of Sacramento Hongwanji Betsuin and its Sangha (congregation) extend a warm welcome to you to share with us the Dharma (teachings) as taught by Sakyamuni Buddha and expounded by Shinran Shonin.
Buddhist Church of San Francisco
URL: http://www.bcsfweb.org/
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Founded in 1898, this church is the oldest Jodo Shinshu (Pure Land) Buddhist temple that is affiliated with the Buddhist Churches of America (BCA). Buddhism is founded on the teachings of Sakyamuni Buddha. His teachings originated in India and came to the United States through Asia. The Jodo Shinshu Sect and is one of the major religions of Japan. Our sect's mother temple is the Nishi Hongwanji temple in Kyoto.
Buddhist Churches of America
URL: http://buddhistchurchesofamerica.org/home
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The Buddhist Churches of America (BCA) is an incorporated religious organization of American Shin Buddhist affiliated with the Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha Hongwanji denomination within the Continental United States. The BCA is governed by Americans of the Shin Buddhist faith through a Board of Directors comprised of the Bishop, the Board President, the Ministerial Association Chairperson, district-elected Board members, Board members-at-large and representatives from the recognized BCA-affiliated organization. The American Shin Buddhists within the State of Hawaii have a separate jurisdiction and administration because of the historical separation at the time of its founding since the Kingdom of Hawaii was not a part of the Unites States. The Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha denomination is organized as the Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii, headquartered at 1727 Pali Highway, Honolulu, Hawaii 96813. The Buddhist Churches of America national headquarters serves as a regional center of the World Fellowship of Buddhists and is a supporting member of the World Conference on Religion and Peace (WCRP).
San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin
URL: http://www.sjbetsuin.com/
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The San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin’s main temple is located at 640 North Fifth Street in the Japantown section of Central San Jose. Our temple is part of the Buddhist Churches of America (BCA) headquartered in San Francisco, California. The BCA, in turn, is affiliated with the Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha (Nishi Hongwanji) in Kyoto, Japan. In America the term Betsuin refers to a special status accorded to certain temples of particular historic or geographical importance. This status was accorded to the San Jose Buddhist Church in 1966.
San Mateo Buddhist Temple
URL: www.sanmateobuddhisttemple.org
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From early 1900 to 1910, the religious needs of the Buddhists in the San Mateo area were filled by dedicated leaders in the community. With the growth of the Japanese group in San Mateo, Belmont, and San Carlos areas, a decision was made to establish a branch of the San Francisco Buddhist Church in San Mateo. On February 20, 1910, an inaugural ceremony was held. This Temple thereafter served the Buddhist Sangha of the San Mateo area by conducting services at various local residences and in rented halls.
Sei Ko Kai Christ Church
URL: http://seikokai.org.s7514.gridserver.com/
Contact: - (415) 921-6395 - vicar@seikokai.org
People of all backgrounds, ages, and faiths are welcome here. No matter where you are in your journey or what you are seeking, no matter what questions or beliefs you bring, you will be welcomed to table to share in our ministries of hospitality and compassion.
Stockton Buddhist Temple
URL: http://stocktonbuddhisttemple.org/home/
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The Stockton Buddhist Temple is a member of the Buddhist Churches of America (BCA) headquarters located in San Francisco, California. BCA is affiliated with Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji Ha, also known as Nishi Hongwanji.
   PACIFIC NORTHWEST
Idaho-Oregon Buddhist Temple
URL: http://www.iobt.org/index.php
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The Idaho-Oregon Buddhist Temple facility was formally dedicated on April 13, 1947, however, the temple got its start long before the foundation was poured or the walls were formed.
Oregon Buddhist Temple
URL: http://www.oregonbuddhisttemple.com/
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The Oregon Buddhist Temple temple was founded November 29, 1903 (originally as the Portland Buddhist Church), making us the oldest Buddhist organization in Oregon. We follow Jodo Shinshu (also known as Shin) Buddhism, a sect in the Pureland stream of Mahayana Buddhism and we are affiliated with the Buddhist Churches of America.
Seattle Buddhist Temple
URL: http://www.seattlebetsuin.com/
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The Seattle Buddhist Temple is in the Jodo Shinshu tradition under the mother temple of the Nishi Hongwanji in Japan and is affiliated with the Buddhist Churches of America (BCA). The history of the Seattle Betsuin officially began on November 15, 1901 when Rev. Kakuryo Nishijima performed the first Jodo Shinshu Buddhist service in the Pacific Northwest. Since that time the temple has grown through many changes. The current temple complex, dedicated on October 4, 1941, became, for example, the US Maritime Commission Office from May 3, 1942 until August 4, 1946. Following this brief period in the history of the temple, the temple was able to grow again dedicating an auditorium in October, 1945, starting a Day Nursery Program and a Boy Scout Troop in 1948, and founding the Research Department headed by Grace McLeod and Yukiko Miyake in 1949. These and other activities of the temple were recognized by the mother temple in Kyoto, Japan--known as the Hongwanji or "temple of the Primal Vow"--and on March 11, 1954 the Seattle temple was elevated to Betsuin status. More locally, the activities of the Betsuin and its historical impact in the Seattle area was recognized in 1986 when the Betsuin was included as part of the China town historic district which is registered in the national register of historic places.
Spokane Buddhist Temple
URL: http://www.spokanebuddhisttemple.org/
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In 1945, with a nucleus of six dedicated Buddhists, the first Sunday service was performed by Reverend Eiyu Terao in a rented apartment at S. 516 Cowley Street. A month later a residence was purchased a half block south at S. 628 Cowley. A shrine, a gift from the Toppenish Buddhist Church, and a scroll with the inscription "Namu Amida Butsu" was installed in 1946. On October 3, 1948, the statue of Amida Buddha was enshrined and the Church was officially dedicated. The ceremony was officiated by Bishop Enryo Shigefuji.
Tacoma Buddhist Temple
URL: http://www.tacomabt.org/
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The Tacoma Buddhist Temple belongs to the Jodo Shinshu Nishi Hongwanji tradition of Buddhism. Our national organization is the Buddhist Churches of America, headquartered in San Francisco, California.
White River Buddhist Temple
URL: http://www.whiteriverbuddhisttmpl.org/
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Our White River Buddhist Temple is of the Jodo Shinshu (Shin Buddhism) tradition and is affiliated with the Buddhist Churches of America (BCA) and the Nishi Hongwanji, mother temple of Kyoto, Japan.
   MID-WEST
Midwest Buddhist Temple
URL: http://www.midwestbuddhisttemple.org/
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The Midwest Buddhist Temple is a temple of Buddha Dharma and the way of Nembutsu, which is a realization of Oneness of Life in the Infinite Compassion and Wisdom of the Amida Buddha. The temple is affiliated with the Buddhist Churches of America, which is headquartered in San Francisco. The BCA is rooted in the Nishi Hongwanji in Kyoto, Japan, and follows the teachings of the Jodo Shinshu, or The Pure Land School.
Tri State/Denver Buddhist Temple
URL: http://www.tsdbt.org/
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As a Jodo Shinshu Temple, we are associated with the Buddhist Churches of America (BCA) based in San Francisco, California. The first BCA missionary arrived in California in 1898 under the sponsorship of Nishi Hongwanji, our mother temple in Kyoto, Japan.
   EAST COAST
Ekoji Buddhist Temple
URL: www.ekoji.org
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Ekoji means “The Temple of the Gift of Light.” Our mother temple is Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-Ha in Kyoto, Japan and our denomination is commonly known as Shin Buddhism. A Japanese monk named Shinran established this form of Buddhism in the 12th century. Our temple was founded in 1981 in Northern Virginia and moved to this facility in 1998. The aim of our fellowship is to live the life of gratitude, and share the rejoicing of it with others, having awakened to the fact that we are being taken care of by the Immeasurable Light and Life, the Wisdom and Compassion of Amida Buddha.
New York Buddhist Church
URL: http://www.newyorkbuddhistchurch.org/
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The New York Buddhist Church (NYBC) is a temple of Jodoshinshu True Pure Land School Buddhism, whose head temple is Nishi-Hongwanji Temple in Kyoto, Japan. Shinran Shonin (1173-1262) is the founder of this school of Buddhism.
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