IBC English Gathering – In person
Please come visit us to experience mindfulness and a sense of connection at IBC English Gathering on the first Sunday of the month.
We will gather at the Great Sacred Hall, the main temple called Daiseido, where we will greet each other and sit in the Odaimoku and silent meditation.
We will hear reflection from Rev.Mizutani, and share thoughts, feelings, and experiences in the Dharma discussion circle, Hoza, in front of the Eternal Buddha’s statue.
I hope this will be a place where you can find healing, meet wonderful friends, and gain new perspectives and renewed energy.
You don’t need to be a Buddhist.
Everyone is welcome!
Date: On the 1st Sunday of the monthe
Time: 1pm – 3pm, followed by refreshments
Program:
- O-daimoku and silent meditation*
- Reading of the President Niwano’s Dharma message
- Reflection by Rev. Mizutani
- Sharing in Dharma circle discussion (hōza)
* O-daimoku refers to the phrase “Namu Myoho Renge Kyo,” where “Namu” means “taking refuge in,” and “Myoho Renge Kyo” is the title of the Lotus Sutra in Japanese. During O-daimoku meditation, we feel one with the Buddha, and one with the universe.
Venue: 4th floor of the Great Sacred Hall of Rissho Kosei-kai
2-11-1 Wada, Suginami, Tokyo
Please directly come to the 4th floor of the Great Sacred Hall of Rissho Kosei-kai.
The 4th floor is the main floor, where the Eternal Buddha’s statue is installed.
For parking, you may use the Great Sacred Hall East Parking Lot on the east side of the Sacred Hall (free).
Free admission.
Contact: IBC@kosei-kai.or.jp or 03-5341-1230
T. A.
The Three Jewels of Buddhism are: Buddha, Dharma and Sangha. Sunday IBC gatherings are a wonderful opportunity for the sangha, to study and discuss the dharma. Topics can range from: readings from the Lotus Sutra, Rissho Kosei-kai articles, and other Buddhist documents. By attending IBC meetings, in person or online using Zoom, we learn more about both Buddha’s wisdom and compassion. Best of all, as we do this, our dissatisfaction decreases and happiness begins to replace it. Please give IBC Sunday gatherings a try.
E. N.
“In my very short time attending the sangha gatherings and dharma talks at IBC I have been met with nothing but loving kindness and generosity from all members. The teachings are easy to digest and adapt to everyone’s individual experience! It would be a joy to participate and watch the growth of such a loving community during such rapidly changing and turbulent times.”