By Joanie Martinez
The topic was jarring: “Why I Think Jodo Shinshu Will Disappear.” Already, numbers tell the story, according to Rev. Mas Kodani, who spoke to our sangha. Continue reading “Report: Why Shinshu Will Disappear”
Trekking to the Unknown
By Joseph Deschenes
Usually in Spring, I get itchy feet—feeling the need to travel, go hiking or camping, just get away somewhere. It’s probably because I’m a schoolteacher and work gets busy. However, this year my journey took me to a place of frail health, physical weakness, and feelings of isolation. Continue reading “Trekking to the Unknown”
Facing Humility
By Ed Oasa
My illnesses changed my life in ways unimaginable. Ultimately it led me to seek answers in Shin Buddhism. Continue reading “Facing Humility”
Jodo Shinshu in France
By Gregory Thomas
First I thought, “I’m definitely not interested in that Pure Land thing.” Now I hope to share Jodo Shinshu in my home country France. Continue reading “Jodo Shinshu in France”
Call it Karma
By Joseph Deschenes
Karma sent me to Japan. At least that’s how I felt after visiting Higashi Honganji’s main temple in Kyoto. And karma allowed me to encounter Shinran Shonin and Jodo Shinshu. Continue reading “Call it Karma”