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Orange County Buddhist Church
Buddhist Education Center
Spring Session 2009 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.
GENZA THE MYOKONIN - INSTRUCTOR REV. JIM YANAGIHARA
Saturday mornings. Four week course. 10:45 to 12:15. May 2, 9. 16, and 23.
Myokonin are the most exemplary followers of the Nembutsu in the Shin
Buddhist tradition. Despite being uneducated and in some cases illiterate,
Shin Buddhist Myokonin are regarded as deeply spiritual people, even on the
level of Zen Masters, as D.T. Suzuki asserts in his writings. This course will
focus on the life and spirituality of Genza the Myokonin. The text will be the recently published
Genza the Myokonin, which, in manga or comic format, illustrates the life and spiritual episodes
of Genza. Rev. Jim Yanagihara is a retired BCA minister who has dedicated much of his life to the
study of the Myokonin. $20 registration.
Introduction to Buddhism and Jodo Shinshu - Instructor Jon Turner. What are we chanting? (San Butsu Ge) - Instructor Reverend Marvin Harada
Monday evenings, 7:30-9:00 pm. Eight weeks. May 4, 11, 18, June 1, 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: $40.
Tuesday evening, 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Eight weeks. April 7, 21, May 5, 19, June 2, 16, 23, 30. This course will
introduce the background on the San Butsu Ge and the Juseige, which we frequently chant in our
services. It will also go into a character by character, line by line study of the text. No knowledge
of Chinese or Japanese is required, however. These two short chants have profound meaning and
teaching for our lives today. This course is also offered as an Institute of Buddhist Studies extension
course. Registration: $40.
Lectures on the Larger Sutra of Immeasurable Life - Instructor Reverend Marvin Harada
Thursday morning. 10:30 to 12 noon. Seven weeks. April 30, May 7, 14, 21, June 11, 18, 25. 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 class in Japanese - (正信偈とともに) Instructor Rev. Mutsumi Wondra
Saturday morning. Four weeks. 9:30-10:30 am. April 25, May 2, 9, 16. Registration. $20.
ＢＥＣ日本語真宗講座では引き続いて、ご開山親鸞聖人が書かれた「正信偈」を皆さまと
ご一緒に学んで参ります。途中から参加されても大丈夫です。ご一緒に味わいながら、
お聖人がお示しくださった生かされるよろこびに目覚めていきましょう。
BOOK CLUB in Japanese
Instructor Rev. Mutsumi Wondra
Wednesday Jan. 14, 2008. 7:30 -9:00 pm. in the mini chapel.
春の日本語ブッククラブは以下の日に行われ
ます。
土曜日午前９時半から１１時まで。
• ４月１１日（土）
• ５月２３日（土）
参加希望の方はワンドラまでご連絡くださ
い。本のコピーをお送りします。
Download
Winter Session Brochure with
Registration
Form
OTHER EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
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WEEKLY MEDITATION SERVICE Wednesday evenings 7:30-9:00 pm |
FAMILY SERVICE Sunday Mornings 10:00-11:00 am
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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
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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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