BCA SHINRAN SHONIN 750TH MEMORIAL OBSERVANCE,

SYMPOSIUM AND BANQUET

 

All BCA temples, members and friends are invited to participate in commemorating the life of the Great Master of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism, Shinran Shonin, at the Shinran Shonin 750th Memorial Observance. This historic gathering will be held Feb. 27 and 28, 2010 at the Fairmont Hotel in San Jose, CA.

 

“Peace and Tranquility is the commemoration’s theme and will be held in conjunction with the BCA National Council meeting, hosted by the Coast District Council.

 

The BCA has designated the Jodo Shinshu Center in Berkeley, CA, as the commemorative project. The October issue of the Wheel of Dharma features activities and achievements captured at the JSC as it observes is third anniversary.

 

The packet contains information being provided to the Buddhist Temple of San Diego Sangha: Welcome letter, Symposium schedule and speakers.

 

The following is specific information relating the 750th Observance:

  • Event: Shinran Shonin 750th Memorial Observance
  • Dates: Feb. 27 and 28, 2010
  • Venue: Fairmont Hotel, San Jose, CA.
  • Registration Fee: $110 per person (includes Shinran Symposium and Banquet)
  • Hotel information: $144 per night single and double occupancy (plus appropriate taxes. Add $25 per person up to four per room. No charge for children 18-under)
  • Registration deadline: January 27, 2010.
  • Transportation: Accommodations on your own.

 

For the BTSD Sangha interested in attending the 750th Observance, please contact Ralph Honda (619) 885-3788 or email rkhayh@aol.com for more registration and hotel information. Please make your checks payable to the Buddhist Temple of San Diego.

 

If you will not be able to participate in the weekend activities, you can still be a part of the Shinran 750th observance by sending a monetary donation dedicated to the commemoration. Please make checks payable to the Shinran Shonin 750th Memorial Observance. Send donation to: Judy Kono c/o Shinran Shonin 750th Memorial, 2140 Durant Ave., Berkeley, CA. 94704.

 

BTSD looks forward to your participation with this historic occasion.

 

Gassho