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1 B U D D H I S T T E M P L E O F S A N D I E G O BUSSEI SCRIPT 2929 Market Street, San Diego, California Web: info@btsd.net Phone: VOLUME CXXVII NO. 11 DECEMBER 2015 Bodhi Day - Sacred Livelihood By Rev. Dr. Kenji Akahoshi, Resident Minister It s December and I m wondering what happened to my resolutions of last January. I had intended to lose 5 pounds, but I ve gained 5 pounds. Somehow, food keeps appearing on my desk and otokis and pot lucks are an occupational hazard. How can I apply the principles of Shin Buddhism for my weight condition? My weight condition is an aspect of my health condition. As I age, more body parts seem to require some repair and rehabilitation. I could bore you with medical detail, but I won t. Isn t sickness and old age two of the concerns that led Siddhartha to leave home to seek a resolution? Old age and especially death do not improve with positive thinking and a better diet. But the lessons of the Buddha, especially those taught by Shinran, do address those issues that don t have a great prognosis. Much of our concerns and efforts are focused on improving our self-image. Yet, the Buddha reminds us of the temporary nature of life itself. This truth may be too harsh to accept, so we distract ourselves with secondary concerns, such as weight. The Nembutsu is a proven path, but we need to experience it personally to trust it fully. We have been using the 8 Fold Path as a means of bringing the Nembutsu into our ordinary life. We ve talked about the Nembutsu as a deep expression of gratitude. We began with meditation on gratitude and brought this attitude into our lives by the mindfulness chant of Na Man Da Bu. This conscious effort will become a natural way of discovering many gifts of compassion. Livelihood is the next step. Older Dharma school books explain livelihood in terms of our life s work being honorable. But Shin Buddhism has always served those in the lower realms of society, where some types of work were not always considered honorable. But the basic message of Namu Amida Butsu, Is that we are accepted, just as we are. So how might we understand livelihood? Bodhi Day is celebrated as the day of Enlightenment. The prince Siddhartha left a royal life to become the Buddha, with little material comforts. The mythical bodhisattva, Dharmakara, left his kingdom to become a Buddha. Each left lives of conventional comfort, to struggle with unknown challenges, to fulfill their sacred path. We know that our ordinary path is not that of the dedicated monk. Yet, we can have a balance of achieving and receiving. We might even call our path sacred, if it aligns with the vow of serving others. But the difference is that we don t serve others to achieve status or recognition. We serve as we strive to pay back our debt of gratitude to all those who have made our lives possible. If we understand that, we are waking up. Might we look at livelihood as that which brings meaning to my life? It is more than a career or job. Our age and position in life may change our response. An early goal may be a career. Then our focus may be to our family. A different intent may arise, as life moves along. At what point do we consider our life a success? External standards and future expectations are unreliable judges. However, each day can be realized in the Pure Realm, if we can appreciate this gift of life. Imagine a child, who yearns to go to Disneyland, and spends the entire day on a bench in Fantasyland, playing video games on his ipad. Might we be doing the same with our lives in this precious life? What is my passion? This is not a bucket list. This question addresses my purpose in life. If I am fulfilling my passion in life, it is successful. I am awake. This passion does not have to be big. But to be worthy, it probably aligns with the Vow to awaken all beings. That means to be of service to others and to help others be happy. Being useful and of service to others is probably the most validating experience of humans. I see many examples of members of this sangha whose purpose has aligned with the Primal Vow. Each of us has a part in bringing Light and Life to others. We know it when we are in the flow, with little thought of time or effort. At the end of the day, we may feel tired, but we feel settled and at peace. We may even receive a thank you. We might also affirm the passion or livelihood of others by saying thank you to them. This gift of human life is unique and rare. Namu Amida Butsu is an affirmation of our inclusion with the Vow of awakening. What gift can we bring to others? Answering this question can bring life into our livelihood. Gassho, Kenji Sensei

2 DECEMBER 2015 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 6 9 a.m. - Dharma School staff mtg. 10 a.m. - Bodhi Day Service 11:30am - Jr. YBA Chow Mein Luncheon Fundraiser 11:45 am - BWA Mtg, Conf. Rm. 13 M O C H I T S U K I 6 a.m. 3 p.m am - DS/Family Service 11:30am - Taiko Practice, A.H. 5 p.m. - BOD Bonnekai at Muraoka s home 27 NO SERVICE 9 am - Temple clean up and Omigaki (onaijin cleaning) 7 Temple Closed 7pm - Ways & Means Mtg. 14 Temple Closed 21 Temple Closed 28 Temple Closed a.m. Craft Day, Dining Room 8 BODHI DAY 10:30 a.m. So. District Minister s Betsuin 12 p.m. Minyo Group 民謡,S.H. 1 p.m. Shigin 詩吟, Annex 1-2 6:30 p.m. TAIKO A.H 7 p.m. Buddhism 9 12 p.m. Minyo Group 民謡,S.H. 1 p.m. Shigin 1-2 6:30 p.m. TAIKO Practice, A.H 7 p.m. Buddhism 1-2-3, S.H a.m. Craft Day, Dining Room p.m. Minyo Group 民謡, S.H. 1 p.m. Shigin 詩吟, Annex 1-2 6:30 p.m. TAIKO Practice, A.H 7 pm - Shinran Blogs, S.H. 12 p.m. Minyo Group 民謡, Sangha Hall 1 p.m. Shigin 詩吟, Annex 1-2 6:30 p.m. TAIKO Practice, A.H 12 p.m. - Minyo Group 民謡, Sangha Hall 1 p.m. Shigin 詩吟, Annex 1-2 6:30 p.m. TAIKO Practice, A.H 3 7 p.m. - 90th Anniversary planning mtg., Conf. Room 10 IRC Mtg, 12noon 6:30 pm Board of Directors Rm p.m. - Washing Mochigome Rice 12 noon - BTSD/ KIKU Garden Villa NEW YEAR S EVE Joya-E Service, 7pm Joya No Kane, 11:30 Shelter Island TEMPLE CLOSED 5 1 p.m. - Jr. YBA Chow Mein Luncheon Prep 10 a.m. Koto Class Hall 12 10:30 a.m. BWA China Max, Kearny Mesa Mochitsuki Prep 10 a.m. Koto Class Hall 26 January 1, 2016 New Year s Day Service (Shusho-E) 10 a.m.

3 DECEMBER 2015 PRESIDENT S MESSAGE Well, here we are in December already. I am not sure where the first 11 months of the year went I know it was a busy time though! That means we have been living our lives with constant change. That is what we are all about. Without it, we would be sitting spinning our wheels not going anywhere. Simply look back to when your alarm sounded for the second time this morning and what you did for the rest of the day! Thank goodness it has been feeling more like fall with the cold nights and warm days and the changing colors of the leaves. Next time you are at the Temple during the week, step into the office and introduce yourself to the new office secretary, Linda Redenbaugh. She is learning how the office works and who is who and what is what. If you don t see her during the week, I am sure you will see her at special events like Bazaar and Obon. I would like to thank Nancy Martinez and Avis Honda for helping out in the office since Jamie s departure. With their help we have been able to keep the office running. The Board of Directors are looking and standing with open arms awaiting any new comers to join them! Seriously though, we always welcome interested folks to join us in helping operate the temple in the best interest of the Sangha. With new board members brings fresh ideas and a new energy. Upcoming is the New Year celebration and the annual Temple General Meeting in January. All members are invited to the meeting at which time committee members present a wrap up of the past year, a financial report and the new comings for 2016! Hope to see you there. Glenn Torio, Board President BOARD HIGHLIGHTS On Thursday, November 12, the Board of Directors met and the following items were acted on or discussed. 1. Condolences to the families of the late Mr. Satoshi Yagade and Mrs. Teruko Hobbs 2. The Board approved the Ways and Means Committee recommendation for an increase in dues for the 2016 fiscal year in the amount of all members and therefore an increase of 50 for the family category. The last dues increase was in A Ways and Means subcommittee looked at the temple s income and expenses. Utilities, maintenance and contract, and insurance costs have risen. 3. The Board endorsed the recommendation to request that the affiliated organizations increase their support of guest speaker expenses by an additional a year. 4. The Board approved compensating the volunteers providing temporary interim office coverage until a permanent employee is hired. 5. An update on the financials for both the Obon Odori and Asian Food and Craft Fair was provided. 6. The temple General Membership meeting is scheduled for January 24, Elections will be held for Board members with expiring terms of service. A slate of nominees will be developed; members seeking nomination to the Board membership are encouraged. BTSD BUSSEI SCRIPT BWA NEWS Page 3 A big Thank you! to everyone who came and helped with prep and/or sales of the BWA chirashizushi for our annual fundraiser, this year held on Sunday, Nov. 8. This year we have earmarked part of sushi and craft sales to go towards the purchase of individual lockers to help keep volunteer workers personal items safe. Also, thanks go to members of Groups C and D, who provided delicious treats for the BWA Hospitality Day on November 22. FYI: Our crafters are taking a little breather, and will be having regular sessions only twice a month on the first and third Wednesdays, until further notice. Please join us from 10 am 2 pm in the dining room. Some members of our cabinet met with counterparts from Vista Temple to discuss plans for assuming leadership of the Southern District BWA for These duties rotate among all of the Southern District temples. We had a meaty but fun meeting graciously hosted by Aki at her home, about mid-way between our two temples. More news on this in future reports. We had a small but very fun and lively group visit the Cuyamaca College Water Conservation Garden on Saturday, 11/21. It was an eye opening experience! Who would have thought that drought resistant gardens could be so lovely! The docents were wonderful, and gave much information to help get us started on our own gardens. We all enjoyed a delicious lunch together after the tour. It s not too late to sign up for our annual year end party, Bonenkai, to be held on December 12, Saturday. We will be meeting at 10:30 am for a dim sum, etc. brunch at China Max in Kearny Mesa. Members cost will be 10 for the brunch, and a 10 wrapped gift for our gift exchange. If you have not signed up yet, please be sure to let your group leader know that you would like to attend. Please come out to help with Mochitsuki on Sunday, December 13, beginning at 6 am, or whenever you can. It s always a fun time to get together for this traditional event. The last bit of work for the year will be Butsugu no Omigaki, or the cleaning of the shrine items. It will be in conjunction with general temple cleaning at 9 am on Sunday, December 27. Thank you to Group A for the delicious lunch for our November meeting. Our next meeting will be held on December 6 th, at 11:45 am, when Group B will be hosting. Hope to see you then! Gassho, Susan Moribe, BWA President *************************************************** Shinran Blogs in San Diego ************************************************ Updated Interpretation of Shin Bringing new meanings to traditional stories Class December 16, :00 8:30 pm in Sangha Hall Rev. Kenji Akahoshi : inter-active discussion

4 Page 4 BTSD BUSSEI SCRIPT DECEMER 2015 DHARMA SCHOOL NEWS Bodhi Day commemorates the realization when Prince Siddhartha is enlightened, becoming Sakyamuni Buddha. All Dharma School students are encouraged to attend Bodhi Day service on Sunday, Dec. 6 and listen to Kenji Sensei s message. After the service, make sure that your parents purchase your lunch at the Jr. YBA s Chow Mein Luncheon Fundraiser! Students are encouraged to bring their parents out for the temple s Mochitsuki on Dec. 13. Mr. Ralph can use your help with helping grind the mochi, cooling and packaging the circular morsels, and delivering it to the pickup station. There will a job for everyone. Mochitsuki is from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come out when you can. The second and third grade class are collecting games and new board games that will be donated to the Ronald McDonald s House in Kearny Mesa. Donations are being accepted through Dec. 13. Students will receive extra credit when they attend the New Year s Eve Service on December 31 at 7 p.m., and the New Year s Day Service on January 1 at 10 a.m. Please alert Mrs. Avis of your attendance. The annual bowling day activity was held on November 29 at Kearny Mesa Bowl. A recap will appear in the January newsletter. The next Dharma School Teachers and Staff meeting will be on Sunday, December 6 at 9 a.m. Gassho, Avis Honda, Superintendent 8*************************************************** JR. YBA NEWS During November, the Jr. YBA was busy with activities. We hosted hospitality on Nov. 1 following the service. Thank you to Davis Ong chairing hospitality, and to the members and parents for helping out. On Nov. 8, we had our monthly meeting and discussed recent and upcoming activities. Six members attended the Southern District Jam Session on Nov. 21 at the Los Angeles Nishi Temple. Prior to activities at the temple, attendees went bowling in Los Angeles. Everyone had a great time. Thank you to Mrs. Avis Honda and Mr. Alan and Mrs. Karen Yamanishi for chaperoning and providing transportation. Thank you to the many Sangha members and friends for your contributions towards our annual Dana Project, the Thanksgiving Basket Food Drive. Donations were received to provide four baskets of food that were distributed, through UPAC, Union of Pan Asian Communities, to families in need so that they may have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Thank you to Kenji Niwa and Sean Tokunaga for chairing the food drive. Please support our annual Chow Mein Luncheon Fundraiser on Dec. 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Donation is 7 for a plate of delicious chow mein noodles! Tickets may be purchased from any Jr. YBA member. Preparations for the luncheon will take place on Saturday, Dec. 5 starting at 1 p.m. Thank you to Breven Honda and Davis Ong for co-chairing the event. Members are looking forward to participating in the temple s Mochitsuki on Dec. 13. The Jr. YBA will donate towards the purchase of mochitsuki supplies. The group extends a most appreciative thank you to everyone for your generous donations and support throughout the year. Have a wonderful and safe holiday season. Arigato Gozaimasu! Buddhist Education Committee The Buddhist Education Committee (BEC) notes the following educational opportunities in December. Here are updates; note that some activities are curtailed for the winter holidays. Advanced Study Class. Kenji Sensei has started a monthly advanced study class on the Sho Shin Ge, Shinran Shonin s poetic summation of the Nembutsu path. We are just starting and meeting times may vary each month. Our December meeting will be on Wednesday, Dec. 16 at 7 pm in the Sangha Hall. Study materials are provided and of course you are welcome to bring your own copies of Shinran s teachings or a personal gatha book if you have one. We expect the class to continue for another five sessions, and we welcome your participation. Buddhism We meet for two more sessions in December, namely the Wednesday evenings of December 2 and December 9, at 7 pm in the Sangha Hall. We will have a special class on Dec. 16, in Sangha Hall, 7:00-8:30 pm. Kenji sensei will conduct an interactive class to bring new meaning to traditional stories. Enjoy an updated interpretation of Shin Buddhism. Thereafter we take a winter break and resume sessions starting Wednesday, Jan. 6 in Fourth Sunday Introduction Class. Also on winter break is the introduction class Kaytee Sumida offers on most fourth Sundays. There will be no session in December. The next session will be January 24, 2016, at 9 am, in the Sangha Hall. This basic introduction covers the development of Buddhism, our sect, and Temple etiquette, and is a perfect lead in to the service that begins at 10 am in the Hondo or main hall. Save the Date in January. Our guest speaker for January 17 s Ho -Onko service (our memorial service for Shinran Shonin) will be Rev. Harry Bridge of the Oakland Buddhist Temple, and he is graciously extending his stay to provide a special lecture on Saturday, January 16, at 7 pm. More information will follow in the January Bussei Script. In Gassho, Bill Teague **************************************************** ALWAYS SUNSET ON THIRD STREET (Part 3) was shown on November 15, 2015 and the Movie Day was another success! We are so grateful for all those who came to support the event as we all worked hard to put on the event and we're so happy to see that our efforts were very profitable for the Kitchen Compliance Project. We hope that the movie and the lunch/desserts were enjoyed by all! We THANK YOU again for making the time to come to the event and making it worthwhile to have the Movie Day towards helping BTSD and hope to see you at the next Movie Day next year! Thank you volunteers for your help: Kim Hagio * Julianna Henschen * Laura Henschen * Miki Honda* Carrie Huddleston * Rick Huddleston * Junko Kajita * Tim Kajita * Michael Kinoshita * Mildred Kawasaki * Trace Kawasaki * Kimberly Kruse * Jeff Kruse * Juliana Kruse * Harold Lee * Lu Ann Lee * Mark Madeira * Nancy Martinez * Alice Matsumoto * Jake Nakamura * Patty Nakamura * Karen Okuhara * Roy Okuhara * Steve Sato * Joyce Teague * Aki Tomiyama * Glenn Torio * Yasuko Kinoshita In Gassho BTSD Movie Day

5 DECEMBER 2015 It s holiday gift giving time. Consider a donation in your loved one s name to a charitable group like Heifer International, a charity organization working to end hunger and poverty around the world by providing livestock and training to struggling communities or local groups that help the impoverished or homeless children. It has less impact on the environment but has a huge impact on those struggling in this world. S C R I P N E W S For those of you who are thinking of ordering gift cards for Christmas-please do it sooner than later. Orders are placed on Sunday afternoons after service. The price of shipping has just increased, but we will do our best to fill your orders. Thank you to Avis who has just run the latest updated version of retailers for the Great Lakes Script program. You can get a copy in the temple of office. For those of you who will be serving ham for the holiday season, don't forget to order Honey Baked Ham gift cards. It's a great way to save on cooking and help the temple. Looking for gifts for the holidays, but don't know what to get? Order gift cards to sports stores, toy stores, movie theaters, department stores, or places like Target and Walmart. Get gift cards for restaurants for friends and family. Help out older family members by getting them a gift card to grocery stores or drug stores. Have a happy and safe holiday season! Miyo Hill, Script Chairperson **************************************************** YEAR-END/NEW YEAR ACTIVITIES Please join us for the final service of 2015, the annual Joya-E (year -end) gathering on Thursday, Dec. 31 at 7 p.m. The service includes sutra chanting, meditation, a Dharma message from Kenji Sensei and ringing of the kansho (bell). Following the service, please enjoy a bowl of toshikoshi soba noodles that will be served in the dining room. Later that evening, the temple will host the annual Joya No Kane (bell-ringing ceremony), at the San Diego Yokohama Sister City Friendship Bell on Shelter Island. The event begins at 11:30 p.m. with a short service, followed by the ringing of the large bell (bonsho), in which everyone will have the opportunity to ring. Plan a little extra time, as parking near the bell is limited, and dress warmly. Welcome the New Year with Shusho-E, the first service of 2016, on Thursday, Jan. 1 at 10 a.m. Kenji Sensei and the Temple look forward to your participation with the Year-End and New Year activities. Please call the temple for more information. BTSD BUSSEI SCRIPT MOCHITSUKI DAY IS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13 Page 5 BTSD s traditional year-end mochitsuki is just a couple of weeks away. All Sangha members and friends, from the youngest Dharma School student to the young at heart, are encouraged to participate in the annual tradition of producing sweet rice cakes (mochi) for the New Year. Mochitsuki day is Sunday, Dec. 13. The work day begins at 6 a.m. and will last until 3 p.m. It will be quite a busy day with many jobs available for the mochi veterans and first-timers. Production includes steaming the mochigome (sweet rice), grinding and pounding the cooked rice into a doughy consistency, and delivering mochi to the cutting and molding area. Volunteers can help with shaping and cooling mochi, and with weighing and packaging. It will be easy to jump in and help out! Producing mochi takes a lot of people power, and makes for an enjoyable and rewarding day of experiencing a cultural Japanese tradition. First-timers should not be shy when it comes to participating. The veterans will help you jump in wherever help is need. It will be greatly appreciated and you will be rewarding. Here is the schedule for Mochitsuki weekend: Friday, Dec. 11: Mochigome rice washing, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12: Outdoor equipment and annex hall working area set up, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 13: Mochitsuki Day, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mochi Order Presales: There is still time to order mochi. Orders are being accepted until Sunday, Dec. 6. The donation is 4.50 for a one pound bag (approximately seven pieces). The two -piece kasane for your home O Butsudan is Please fill out the order form that can be found in this month s newsletter. Orders submitted after the deadline will be placed in standby. Mochi Pick Up: Orders may be picked up at the temple on Dec. 13 from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Donations: Are being accepted for the purchase of mochigome (sweet rice), and other supplies. The suggested donation is 75. Other Sales: During mochitsuki holiday gifts may be purchased. Browse and buy at the O Bon Again Shop, Kaytee s White Elephant and Kris Tupperware. The BWA will be selling their Almond Brittle and popcorn. Potluck Lunch: Bring a dish to share for the luncheon that will be served to all of the volunteers. Please contact the temple for more information and to place your order at (619) or info@btsd.net Everyone has a smile on their face after making the best tasting mochi in town! Be a part of the experience! In Gassho, Ralph Honda and Glenn Negoro, Co-chairmen

6 Page 6 BTSD BUSSEI SCRIPT DECEMBER 2015 MEMBERSHIP DUES WILL INCREASE IN 2016 At the November Board of Directors meeting, the directors approved a 25 per person dues increase for With the forecast of operational expenses continuing to rise, the need for an increase will take affect beginning in January. The last dues increase was in 2009 but did not affect the Optional Senior (75-years-old and above) rate. Here is a breakdown of the new dues assessment for sustaining membership per individual member: a. Individual, Senior and Young adult (all age categories): 300. b. Couple/Family: 500 c. Optional Senior reduced rate 75-years-old and above: 150 d. Optional Young adult reduced rate 30-years-old and under: 175 Members who pledge their membership at the Dana, Wisteria and Bodhi levels are welcome to continue to donate their generous gifts. There will be no increase in the three upper tier categories. Membership dues received covers approximately 40% of income for the temple s operations and assessment to the Buddhist Churches of America (BCA). Currently 109 of an individual s membership goes BCA to help fund its programs. A member s generous gift continues to keep the temple s doors open, providing the strong spiritual, social and cultural opportunities for the Sangha and community.. The 2016 membership pledge form can be found on page 7 of this month s issue of the Bussei Script. If you have any questions or comments regarding the new dues assessment, please speak with a temple board member. ***************** Members are catching up on their renewals as 2015 enters if final month. Many thanks all of you who have sent in your payments. As of mid-october the list includes: Michael Doi, Miyoko Hashiguchi,, JoAnn Katsuda and family, Margie Kitano, Tsukiye Ozaki, Ann Sumida Johnson, Gary Tanizaki, Tamio Tsurudome, Chris and Tissa Uchiyama, and Ronald and Sheila Yagura. More renewals in response to recent mailing are still coming in. The committee will contact any remaining non-renewals in December.. The committee apologizes if names were omitted from the list that appeared in the November Bussei Script for those who had already renewed. One member whose name was omitted was Sumiye Nakashima. We sincerely apologize for the oversight. Thank you for your patience and understanding for such mistakes, which we want to correct as soon as possible. BTSD VEHICLE DONATION PROGRAM Craft Days THINKING ABOUT GETTING RID OF YOUR OLD CAR? LOOKING FOR A TAX DEDUCTION? CONSIDER DONATING YOUR VEHICLE TODAY! CONTACT THE TEMPLE FOR MORE INFORMATION (619) info@btsd.net WEDNESDAYS from 10 A.M. TO 2 P.M. BTSD Dining Room Join us for some crafty fun, and great memories on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month

7 MOCHITSUKI ORDER FORM SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2015 NAME: PHONE: ADDRESS: KO-MOCHI PACKAGE: x 4.50 = COST (Ko-Mochi is sold by the package, not by weight. Each package is approximately 1 pound) KASANEMOCHI PACKAGE: x 7.00 = COST TOTAL COST = Send order form with check to: Buddhist Temple of San Diego, Attn: Mochi OR 2929 Market Street, San Diego, CA Send an order to: info@btsd.net Deadline to order is SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, Orders received AFTER the deadline will be placed on STAND-BY. All orders must be picked up at the Temple on SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. Orders not picked up by 3 p.m. will be subject to resale. Questions? Please call the temple (619) or send to: info@btsd.net

8 BUDDHIST TEMPLE OF SAN DIEGO Membership Pledge for 2016 Renewal New Member* Sponsorship* Change of Address Mr. Mrs. Ms. NAME: BIRTHDATE: Mr. Mrs. SPOUSE NAME: BIRTHDATE: ADDRESS: CITY: STATE: ZIP: PHONE: ( ) CELL PHONE: ( ) WORK PHONE: ( ) OCCUPATION: Membership Pledge: The temple has an annual campaign to raise funds that go towards the Operating Budget. This budget pays for ministerial salary, part-time staff, programs, utilities, maintenance and the day-to-day expenses of running the temple. This tiered membership offers members the opportunity to choose their level of donation. Sponsorship Pledge: Individuals are invited to sponsor a new or existing member under the current membership program. Individual / Senior / Youth (All Ages) Couple / Family Optional: Senior Reduced Cost (75 years and older) Optional: Youth Reduced Cost (30 years and younger) Sustaining Dana Wisteria Bodhi Member Member Member Member (Membership Amount) Recommended Annual Donations (Optional): FLORAL OFFERING FUND (Suggested annual donation of 40)... This fund helps defray cost of regular fresh flowers for the Onaijin (Central Altar). GENERAL MAINTENANCE FUND (Suggested annual donation of 40)... The fund helps provide upkeep of the Temple properties. SCHOLARSHIP FUND (Suggested annual donation of 20)... The fund rewards members deserving high school graduates and college students. DHARMA SCHOOL (Suggested annual donation of 20)... Dharma School does not conduct fundraisers. Your annual donation helps sustain its activities. *PLEASE INDICATE PAYMENT SCHEDULE (Please Check One): TOTAL AMOUNT AMOUNT ENCLOSED Annually Semi-annually Quarterly Monthly TO USE CREDIT CARD: Visa MasterCard AMEX Acct# Expires (MM/YY) / Authorized signature (if charging): Billing address (if different from above): Zip Please make checks payable to the BUDDHIST TEMPLE OF SAN DIEGO. A percentage of your dues support the Buddhist Churches of America and is remitted annually to the BCA via the Temple. Benefits include a year s subscription to the BCA publication, Wheel of Dharma and a printed copy of our monthly newsletter, the Bussei Script. THANK YOU! Mailing address to send your pledges: Buddhist Temple of San Diego 2929 Market Street San Diego, California For any questions about membership, please call the Temple at or send inquires to the Membership Chair at info@btsd.net. *For NEW MEMBERS and SPONSORSHIPS, proration is available.

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10 2016 BCA Calendars Ready for Pick-up! The 2016 BCA calendars have arrived, and are available to all dues paying members. In order to help the temple defray mailing costs, we are asking all members to pick-up your calendars on your next visit. Calendars may be picked up in the office. Thank you! DECEMBER SHOTSUKI HOYO & BODHI DAY SERVICE (Dec. 6), MOCHITSUKI (Dec. 13), TEMPLE CLEAN-UP (Dec. 29) The December Memorial Service (Shotsuki Hoyo), remembering loved ones lost who have passed away in past Decembers, will be held in conjunction with the BODHI DAY SERVICE on Sunday, December 6 at 10 a.m. We gather at the Temple as an expression of our deep gratitude to the Buddha s great awakening to the truth of existence and for sharing his realizations with us. Following the Bodhi Day service, the Jr. YBA will hold its annual CHOW MEIN LUNCHEON FUNDRAISER in the Annex Hall starting at 11:30 a.m. Dine-in or take home a delicious plate of pork chow mein with ovenbaked noodles. Donation is Purchase your tickets in advance from any Jr. YBA member to guarantee your lunch. There will be a limited amount of tickets sold at the door. This fundraiser always a sell-out so don t get left out! On Sunday, December 13, the temple will have its annual MOCHITSUKI, where Sangha members and temple friends of all ages will help make mochi (Japanese sweet rice cakes) for the New Year. More information can be found inside this issue. The year-end temple clean-up and Omigaki (altar cleaning) will be on Sunday, December 29 starting at 9 a.m. On Thursday, Dec. 31, the YEAR-END SERVICE (Joya-E) will begin at 7 p.m. Later that evening, the BELL-RINGING CEREMONY (Joya No Kane) will take place at the Shelter Island Friendship Bell staring at 11:30 p.m. These activities are described elsewhere in this issue. WE INVITE YOUR PARTICIPATION IN OUR DECEMBER EVENTS. PLEASE CHECK THE CALENDAR ON PAGE 2 FOR MORE ACTIVITIES. AN ENVELOPE IS INCLUDED WITH THIS MAILING IF YOU WISH TO MAKE A DONATION FOR THE BODHI DAY SERVICE. THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT OF THE TEMPLE AND ITS ACTIVITIES. GASSHO. We invite your participation to our December events. Please check the Calendar (Pg. 2) for more activities. Thank you for your support of the Temple. Gassho.