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Buddhist Education Center

Winter Session 2008

The Orange County Buddhist Church Buddhist Education Center offers diverse selection of classes for those seeking to learn more about Buddhism and Jodo Shinshu.  Classes will be taught by OCBC's resident ministers and others recognized for their knowledge of  Buddhism and Jodo Shinshu and will offer an in-depth look at a wide range of topics. These classes are open to both the OCBC membership and the greater community and Sangha of Southern California.

 

WINTER COURSES at OCBC, Anaheim
Course and dates vary.  Please check the start date for the class(es) you are signing up for.

Introduction to Buddhism and Jodo Shinshu
   Instructor - 
Bill Dearth, Ministers' Assistant

Tuesday evenings, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.  Four weeks, Jan,  8, 15, 22, 29.

Course will be geared for the beginner to Buddhism or for those who have never had a systematic presentation of Buddhism.  Registration: $30

Intermediate Level of Introduction to Buddhism and Jodo Shinshu
   Instructor - 
Bill Dearth, Ministers' Assistant

Tuesday evenings, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.  Four weeks, Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26.

For those who have taken the Intro to Buddhism and Jodo Shinshu course, an intermediate level of introducting and discussing basic teachings of Buddhism and Jodo Shinshu.  Registration: $30

Lectures on the Shoshinge
   Instructor - Rev. Marvin Harada.

Monday evenings, 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.   7 weeks,  Jan. 21, 28, Feb, 4, 11, 18, March 3, 10.

The Shoshinge, written by Shinran Shonin, is a beautiful song or poem of only 120 lines, in which Shinran expresses many of the fundamental teachings of Shin Buddhism.  Registration $40.

Lectures on the Larger Sutra of Immeasurable Life
   Instructor - Rev. Marvin Harada

Thursday mornings, 10:30 - 12:00 noon.  Eight weeks, Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31, Feb. 14, 21, March 6, 13.

The Larger Sutra of Immeasurable Life is one of three main sutras that Shin Buddhism is based upon.  This course will study the main sections and passages of this important sutra, and the implications those teachings have for our life today.  Registration $40.

Buddhism in Japanese 「日本語真宗講座」 「仏教の教えに立つ 私の人生」
   Instructor - Mutsumi Wondra, Ministers' Assistant

Saturday mornings, 9:00 - 10:30 a.m.  Four weeks, Jan. 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2. Registration: $30

仕事は一生懸命に頑張った。家庭のことも、きちんとやってきた。

でも、ふと自分の生きてきた道を振り返ってみると、何か大切なものを忘れているような‥‥そんな気持ちになったことはありませんか?

今を生きるあなたに伝えたい仏さまのお話があります。さあ、親鸞聖人がお示しくださったみ教えをひも解きましょう。きっと、あなたにとって、キラット光るものが見つかると思います。

 

WINTER COURSE in Irvine
290 Orange Blossom Drive, Irvine CA. Condominium complex social room.  Close to Irvine Valley College and Oakcreek Golf Course.

Resolving Life's Problems Through Buddhsism
   Instructor -
Rev. Marvin Harada

Thursday evenings, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m.  Four weeks, Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31.

Buddhism is a teaching that addresses the sufferings and problems of man and how to resolve them.  The four week course will discuss four topic areas of life's problems, the matter of life and death, relationship problems, work related problems, and personal issues such as self-esteem, depression, finding meaning in life, etc.  Registration: $30

Download Winter Session Brochure with
Registration Form

 

Other Educational Opportunities

 

WEEKLY MEDITATION SERVICE

Wednesday evenings 7:30-9:00 pm
Sunday Mornings, 8:30-9:30 am
Meditation, Sutra Chanting
and Dharma Talk.
Mini Chapel

FAMILY SERVICE

Sunday Mornings 10:00-11:00 am
Main Sanctuary

 

MONTHLY BOOK CLUB

Monthly book club discussion. Second Wednesday of the month. 7:30 - 9:00 pm, mini-chapel.

ADULT STUDY CLASS

Sundays 11:00-11:30 am
English: Social Hall
Japanese: Mini Chapel

 

 

Recommended Reading

Frequently Asked Questions:

 

Q: When are the Winter classes?

A: Classes start in January 2008.  Please check each course description for the date of the first class.
 

Q: Where will classes be held?

A: Most of the classes will be held in the OCBC Mini chapel, adjacent to Main Sanctuary.  We also normally offer a course at a facility in Irvine.
 

Q: Can only OCBC members take these courses?

A: These courses are open to everyone.  OCBC membership is not required to attend.
 

Q: What is the cost for a course, and are materials included in that cost?

A: Tuition is $40 for most of the courses. Some printed materials are included in that fee.  Other required books and materials can be purchased at the first class session.
 

Q: How do I sign up for a course?

A: Detach the registration form and send a check for the full payment to:

    Orange County Buddhist Church
    Buddhist Education Center
    909 S. Dale Ave.
    Anaheim, CA 92804
 

Q: Whom can I contact for more information?

A: Contact Rev. Harada at the OCBC office

     Phone: (714) 827-9590

     Fax: (714) 827-2860

     Email: OCBC909@aol.com

     Website: bca-ocbc.org

 

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