BUDDHIST CHURCH OF PARLIER P.O. Box Newmark Avenue Parlier, California Phone: (559) A Spirit of Dāna

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1 LIVE A REAL LIFE March 2016 A Spirit of Dāna Kowenji was a Buddhist priest and the head of a leading Jōdo Shinshū temple in the western region of Japan. He was so popular that soon, he had no room for all his disciples. When Ohuchi Yoshihiro, a rich warlord of Yamaguchi heard about this, he decided to give five hundred ingots of gold to the temple. Lord Ohuchi thought that with this money, new buildings could be built. One day, Lord Ohuchi made a trip to the temple by ship and took the gold ingots with him. When he reached the temple, he asked to see Kowenji, the head priest. When Kowenji came to meet him, Lord Ohuchi explained the reason for his visit and brought out the five hundred gold ingots. Kowenji listened and said, Alright, I will take it. Lord Ohuchi delivered the boxes containing the gold to Kowenji s disciples. However, he did not hand them over with a happy smile. He frowned; he was not happy with the way Kowenji accepted the gift. He wanted Kowenji to thank him more or at least, be more grateful. After all, Lord Ohuchi had just delivered over what would be worth tens of millions of dollars in our world today. He was so unhappy about this, he said, In these boxes are five hundred ingots of gold. But to this, Kowenji simply answered, You told me that before. Lord Ohuchi spoke again, Even though I am a lord of eight countries, no matter how rich I may be, this is a lot of money. Kowenji then asked, Do you want me to thank you for it? You should, answered Lord Ohuchi. But Kowenji said in reply, Why should I, the giver should be thankful. The point of the story is: When we as faithful followers give our time and money to the sangha, we should be grateful for the opportunity to give. For only through giving can we spiritually grow, only through giving can we realize and practice the true and real Buddha-dharma. Personally, after I was assigned to BCA, I always heard the following words; Thank you sensei for your service when I received an envelope after the service. If you would say, Thank you sensei for accepting my Dāna, these words will make you and your minister more humble and more dharma-oriented in the future. It is my suggestion. Hmm Buddhism is so educational and still too unique and real. Reverend Kakei Nakagawa BUDDHIST CHURCH OF PARLIER P.O. Box Newmark Avenue Parlier, California Phone: (559)

2 MESSAGE FROM REV. ALAN SAKAMOTO Before I die I want to Recently, I presented a Nirvana Day message, and I would like to share some of the ideas, plus some comments of the Before I die I want to. whiteboard. The other day I read a wonderful passage in the Indian masterpiece, the Mahabharata, where a student asks a teacher, What is the most wondrous thing in the world. The teacher replies, the most wondrous thing in the world is that all around us people can be dying and we don t realize it can happen to us. Many of us know that the only certain thing in our lives is death. We are all going to die. Some of you may find that hard to discuss or think about. Yet, that knowledge that we are dying, as Steve Jobs of Apple fame said, can be the greatest agent of change in our lives. How do you live your life with this knowledge? How we spend our time and days is how we are remembered, and yet, most of us refuse to acknowledge that being busy is a decision we make, and that living in the present is much more rewarding than being productive. We seem to live our lives focused on the doing and not the being. How shall we use this valuable and limited time that we have? I used to think that I should work and work and work. And then I saw on the freeway a license plate frame on a car that said he who dies with the most toys wins. Then it struck me how silly! Once you die, you have just as much or as little as everyone else, and it s not what you have when you die but how you lived your life that is important. We see this fact as polls report that people with less material goods seem to be happier as a whole than those who are wealthy. Isn t it funny how we are taught to be frugal with money and our personal property, yet we can t take it with us? A New York City EMT has tended to many people in emergencies who were on the brink of dying, and found that those people generally wanted to know, regardless of religion or culture, one of the following: (1) there is a need for forgiveness, (2) there is a need for one to be remembered, and (3) there is a need to know that their life had meaning. Do you have a need to be forgiven for something you did or didn t do? Why wait? Now is the time to address those problems and correct them so you don t have to worry about forgiveness on your deathbed. Also, if you lead your life in the Right way, then perhaps you don t need to ask for forgiveness, because you have already done your best, and been thankful and grateful to everyone in your life. Do you have a need to be remembered? Perhaps you have accomplished that thru your children and grandchildren. Or maybe you want to have your named chiseled on a wall someplace. I think that we can all act in ways that others may be influenced and remember us by our example in the way we lead a Buddhist way of life. We can be the example! We can be the greatest example by living a compassionate, caring Buddhist life. This Buddhist way of life is also one that will provide you with meaning. To have meaning we need to look within our own thoughts and opinions about how we lead our life. This ties direct with the first 2 points. It is hard to live a meaningful life if you are not reasonable in addressing being remembered and forgiving yourself. By acting in a Buddhist way and following the Noble Eightfold Path, then we can say with confidence and assuredly that we live life with meaning. This Buddhist way of life is also one that will provide you with meaning. To have meaning we need to look within our own thoughts and opinions about how we lead our life. This ties direct with the first 2 points. It is hard to live a meaningful life if you are not reasonable in addressing being remembered and forgiving yourself. By acting in a Buddhist way and following the Noble Eightfold Path, then we can say with confidence and assuredly that we live life with meaning. Did you note that none of these things has anything to do with material goods, cars or money? The important things you do in our lives have nothing to do with money! So, I d like to tell you about a lady in New Orleans named, Candy Chang, who painted a blackboard on a wall on a vacant home, and wrote, Before I die I want to This wall has been copied and can be found all over the world. She noted that she is grateful for everything that she has, and how much a struggle it is all to time to be grateful in daily life. What are you grateful for? What s important for you to accomplish in your life before you die? We prepared a whiteboard with those words, and many wrote their answer in response. Some messages written on the whiteboard, in no particular order, in response to Before I die I want to (Cont d on page 3) 2

3 MESSAGE FROM REV. MATT HAMASAKI Last month I wrote about Shinran s teacher, Honen Shonin. He we instrumental in influencing Shinran s life and thought and thus had a great impact before Jodo Shinshu even existed as an entity. It took a great deal more effort of countless others following the death of Shinran to not only establish a central location, but to propagate and spread the teaching to the extent that it is today. Throughout the history of Jodo Shinshu there are many important people, and I would like to write a little bit about one of them this month: Rennyo Shonin. Rennyo was the Eighth Head Priest of the Head Temple and a descendant of Shinran. He is known as the second founder of Jodo Shinshu for his contribution to the development and expansion of Jodo Shinshu. His most recognized work is his letters which he used as a form of propagation which he would send to different parts of Japan where they would be read aloud to the followers in that village. Rennyo figured out how to give sermons remotely before radios, TV, or YouTube! On top of having a mind for propagation, he was also very deeply devout and insightful. He was known for saying things that were wise and because of that, his disciples created a record of things that they heard him say. They number many, and I have picked out one: When Rennyo Shonin spotted a scrap of paper on the corridor, he said, How dare you waste something that is given by the Buddha! So saying, he held it up with his both hands with a bow of gratitude. Since he considered everything, down to a piece of paper, to be the Buddha s gift, Rennyo never wasted anything. So said (his son and) former head priest (Jitsunyo). Oftentimes we hear the Japanese expression mottai nai telling us not to be wasteful when we have a little bit of food left on our plate, and so we are familiar with the idea that wasting is bad. Even our recycling bins command us to think twice about throwing something out, lest it be used to create something in another form. However, Rennyo takes this to another level in realizing that everything we receive is a gift from the boundless compassion that surrounds us and to waste anything would be like throwing a present into the trash can. There are many ways this lesson can be interpreted. For myself, I don t think that Rennyo was saying that trying to save the world s resources (although I m also not saying that he wouldn t be for the conservation of rainforests). I think the point of such a thought is to fundamentally change our view of the world in realizing that everything is not there just there for our use and amusement as we please, but rather that everything, even down to scrap of paper, is something that should be respected and cherished. Rev. Alan Article (Cont d from page 2) Skydive Be a better person See my Dad and Mom together Learn to always be happy no matter what comes my way. Go to places I ve never been and live a fruitful life. Apologize to all who I have offended. Write a book. See the Northern Lights. See my children and grandchildren happy. Become fluent in a 2nd language. Bike a century, hike half dome, get my MPH, visit another country. See the Hondo built. To leave the earth a better place than when I came into it. To live life everyday. Appreciate friendship. Get married and have (grand) kids Read all the Harry Potter books How have/will you answer that question? And the hard part, what will you do to fulfill your response? I go to the Buddha for guidance. I go to the Dharma for guidance. I go to the Sangha for guidance. 3

4 THOUGHTS FROM THE SANGHA Nirvana Service/ Keirokai Rev. Matt Hamasaki was our speaker. His family joined us also for the service and luncheon. They brought many gifts with them to share with our sangha. We all enjoyed a lunch from Central Fish. Matsuko made the delicous sushi. Rev. Matt Hamasaki gave the Dharma Message. Rev. Matt s parents, Don and Joanie Hamasaki visited our church for Nirvana Day. They have made many trips and visited most of the Central Valley churches. Celebrating their 88th Birthdays were Miyo Ohara & Flo Doi. The Betsuin Choir was also our entertainment for the service. We enjoyed the luncheon made by the Reedley Church. Super Bowl Sunday Combined Service We had a special visit from Eshinni-ko, Shinran s wife. (Paula Kanagawa) Gary Mukai interviewed her. Our guest speaker was Graig Mukai. 4

5 TEMPLE ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS The Buddhist Church of Parlier would like to extend our appreciation to the following for their generous donations Mr. Tom Hayashi Memorial for Yuki Hayashi...$25.00 David & Aya Windle Memorial for Nobuichi Kimura...$ Nagao Family In memory of Kimiyo Nagao...$ Mr. & Mrs. Milton Nishida Monthly memorial for Yaichi & Edna Nishida...$20.00 Mrs. Nancy Doi & family Special donation...$ Royce & Karen Kimura & family Special donation in memory & honor of parents...$10, Laurence & Sharon Kimura & family Mas & Sawae Kimura Varlene Kimura & family Vince & Melissa Iwo & family Donations February Sangha Gathering...$ MEMBERSHIP DUES: Mr. Patrick Chiamori Mr. & Mrs. Kelvin Miyakawa Mrs. Teruko Tsuji Mrs. Fusa Ishimaru Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Shimizu Ms. Akiko Yorizane Mr. & Mrs. Curtis Koga Mr. & Mrs. Nob Takasaki Mr. Clyde Yoshikawa DONATIONS for MONTHLY MEMORIAL SERVICE: Mr. & Mrs. Calvin Doi $20.00 Dr. & Mrs. Steven Sasai $25.00 Dr. & Mrs. Dennis Ikuta $25.00 Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Shimizu $25.00 Mrs. Hiroko Kimoto $25.00 Mr. Fred Takata $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. Shiz Kimura $25.00 Mr. & Mrs. Darryl Wong-Sing $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. Curtis Koga $20.00 Ms. Akiko Yorizane $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. Tad Kozuki $25.00 Mr. & Mrs. Glenn Yoshimoto $25.00 Mr. & Mrs. Kelvin Miyakawa $25.00 Ms. Setsuko Yotori $20.00 Mr. & Mrs. Fred Nagare $25.00 cash donations $86.00 Mrs. Toshi Nakamichi $20.00 BI-ANNUAL YARD SALE Saturday, March 5th ***Contact Barb to sign-up for a shift: :30am- 11:00am Time for Spring Cleaning so clean out those closets! 5

6 MONTHLY BOARD MEETING FEBRUARY 18, 2016 By Kari Higuchi, Co-Secretary Meeting was called to order at 7:08pm. Gassho was led by Calvin Doi. Quorum was established. Those in attendance: Calvin Doi, Kari Kozuki, Dennis Ikuta, Glenn Yoshimoto, Steve Sasai, Joyce Sasai, Kaye Kozuki, Curtis Koga, Cheryl Koga, Clyde Yoshikawa, James Goishi, Toshie Mori, Tad Kozuki. MINUTES - Minutes from January 11, 2016 meeting read. Clyde moved to accept minutes with corrections, seconded by Dennis. Motion carried. TREASURER S REPORT - Glenn provided the treasurer s report. Clyde moved to accept report, seconded by Kaye. Motion carried. COMMITTEE REPORTS Maintenance - North hondo door An anonymous donation was received with a request to fix this door. James will look into fixing the door. Facia boards - James to get quote to fix these. PA System cuts out at times, question of whether to replace the system all together. Sho to follow up with consultation for what needs to be replaced (ex: just amplifier and microphones or speakers as well). Termites - James reports that holes were drilled in concrete behind the door and holes were filled it with chemicals. Weeds across the street Tad arranged for weeds to be sprayed, done by Dayka Hackett. Need to replace at least one of the window insulation/shades (with silver on back) in social hall. Light in foyer needs to be replaced BWA - Thank you to Flo for tonight s Board refreshments. January s clean up was done by Group 1, headed up Gail. Hoonko service and luncheon was attended by about 60 people. Sho and Kenny cooked and donated the short rib lunch. Parlier BWA will take care of the hospitality room on Friday for the National Council Meeting in March. Church clean up on February 20 th by Group 2, led by Denise K. Getting headcount for Keiro Kai luncheon and Bingo on February 21. Yard sale drop off is last weekend of February from 12-2pm and yard sale is March 5 th. Helpers are needed for cashier positions. CCBWL conference in Visalia on March 13 th 10 ladies have signed up to attend. V & P - Combined service held 2/7 in Reedley, positive feedback on service. May lecture series coming up. 85 th Anniversary - Mrs. Tokumoto and Aaron Fukuda will do a duet (koto and keyboard). Toshie to find out if a stage is required by performers. Dennis agreed to be the chairperson for the service. 6 Calvin to ask another church member to serve as MC for the activity following the service. Anniversary service will be October 22 nd at 10am. Food for event has not yet been decided upon. OLD BUSINESS Hoonko Service - Cheryl thanked Toshie for the very informative and well done program. Toshie thanked Kaye for the flower arrangement Property Sales - Tad talked with realtor, who is working on potential buyers If lot across the street was split, we would probably need at least half of the lot and improvements, such as pavement, would have to be made. Food Bazaar - Date is March 20, Committee heads need to determine if they have everything needed and inform Kaye if anything needs to be changed/improved upon National Council registration - Download material from the internet Shoshinge Chanting - will be on February 15 th and Dharma Discussion - will be held on February 10th. OTHER Wish List - Suggestion is 8 10 more lightweight plastic tables needed for social hall. Window blinds ended up being more expensive than originally estimated because of higher quality blinds NEW BUSINESS Upcoming services - Sangha gathering (2/14, 3/6) Nirvana Day/Keirokai (2/21) with Bingo Future Services/Activities - Discussion held on new ideas to increase participation of members. Suggestions for fun activities as well as a service geared towards older adults. OTHER Services/use of church for non-members Discussion on a fee for non-members to cover expenses and provide a list of what is included Committee formed to put together a list/brochure about services provided by church for a funeral/ memorial service. Kaye, James, Dennis, Kari and Cheryl volunteered to be on the committee. Funeral Committee - Duty is to meet with family and guide them with setting up the funeral. Kari to do training with Curtis Adjourn - Steve moved to adjourn, Clyde seconded. Motion passes. Gassho

7 BUDDHIST WOMEN S ASSOCIATION By Kaye Kozuki, BWA Newsletter Writer This is Bazaar Month!! The big fundraiser of the year for our Temple. Everyones help will be needed for this big event on Sunday, March 20. Please check the work schedule in this newsletter for your assignment and time. This isn t the only activity scheduled for March. These are the events planned: Mar 5 BWA biannual yard sale 7:30a to 11a. Many helping hands will be needed. Mar 6 Sangha Gathering - Topic: Children s Day celebrations Mar 13 CCBWL Conference in Visalia about 10 ladies attending Mar 20 Parlier Buddhist Church Annual Fundraising Bazaar Mar 26 Church cleaning by Group 3 lead by Lynne & Glenn Yoshimoto Mar 26 Q & A with Reverend Patti Usuki from San Fernando 4p. Mar 27 Ohigan/Monthly Memorial Service with Guest Speaker Rev. Patti Usuki, officiant will be Rev. Matt Hamasaki. Luncheon prepared by Warren Yoshimoto The V&P Super Bowl Sunday Service held in Reedley at the beginning of Feb. was one of the best ever! The interview of the 750 yr old Woman by Gary Mukai was enjoyable and informative. Paula Kanakawa s portrayal of the 750 yr old Eshinnin was very well done. She gave a lot of information about her and Shinran s life in a way that was understandable and entertaining to the attendees. Greg Mukai s also gave a most enlightening Dharma talk. They were three great presenters! Thank you Group 2; Barbara G., Carol & Henry G., Char & Kelvin M., Lynda O., Karen S., Matsuko S., Kathy & Randy Y. lead by Irene & Tad K. for cleaning the church in Feb. They prepared our Temple for the observance of Nirvana Day/Keirokai Service. We observed the 88 th birthday of BWA members Flo Doi and Miyo Ohara. Happy Birthday Ladies!! Rev. Matt Hamasaki was the officiant at the service and gave a meaningful Dharma talk about our Ego and how it gets in our way to hear the Dharma. An obento lunch prepared by Central Fish was enjoyed by 60 attendees including the parents of Rev. Hamasaki, Don & Joanie Hamasaki. They brought many, many goodies for our Church members to enjoy. Bingo was the entertainment. It was one of the most enjoyable Keirokai in recent years. Matsuko S. made the delicious sushi while Joyce S. and Lynne Y. arranged for the obentos. Gail H. and others helped in the kitchen. Thank you to Steve S. & Glenn Y. for picking up the obentos. The CCBWL Conference will be in Visalia on March 13. Ten ladies from Parlier BWA will attend. The Theme of the conference is Living the Dharma. Reverend McDonald will be the guest speaker. The Ohigan/Monthly Memorial Service will be observed on March 27. Rev. Patti Usuki from San Fernando Temple will be the guest speaker. She is the wife of Rev. Fumiaki Usuki who spoke to us last Nov. She will also hold a Q&A on Sat. Mar. 4p. Come out and support our guest speaker. The new tobans and cleaning crew leaders for 2016 are: North Tobans Teri Tsuji & Kaye Kozuki City Tobans Rhea Ikemiya & Sherrie Kubo South Tobans Julie Doi & Kathy Yano Group 1 cleaning crew Gail Hachiya Group 2 cleaning crew Denise Kusunoki Group 3 cleaning crew Lynne & Glenn Yoshimoto See PBC Directory for details (PBC = Parlier Buddhist Church) BWA dues are $10 for Payable to any BWA Cabinet member or you can send it to Carol Guerra, 8484 S. Indianola, Selma Looking Ahead to April: Apr 3 Sangha Gathering Apr 10 Parlier Community Picnic Woodward Park Apr 16 Church cleaning by Group 1 lead by Gail Hachiya Apr 16 Q & A with Rev. Tets 4p Apr 17 Hanamatsuri Service with Rev. Tets Unno as the guest speaker. 7

8 The Sangha Gathering Corner Emiko Takemoto wrote the message about Interdependence. Sho & Kari presented the Dharma talk. 8

9 MONTHLY MEMORIAL SERVICE The March Shotsuki Service will be on Sunday, MARCH 27, Families, as well as all members and friends are encouraged to attend. MARCH SHOTSUKI DECEASED MOURNER Mr. Ryo Furumoto 65 yrs. Mr. Roy Furumoto Mr. Shiemi Fujii 52 yrs. Mr. Takejiro Yagi 48 yrs. Mr. Akira Chiamori 47 yrs. Mr. Patrick Chiamori Mr. Masaki Ohara 45 yrs. Mrs. Miyo Ohara Mrs. Suye Sunada 45 yrs. Mr. Randy Sunada Mrs. Shizuko Nagare 33 yrs. Mr. Fred Nagare Mrs. Hisako Okino 24 yrs. Mr. Neil Okino Mr. Matsujoro Okada 75 yrs. Ms. Ellen Okada Mr. Sosuke Yamamoto 74 yrs. Mr. Kelvin Miyakawa Mrs. Satsu Yamamoto 75 yrs. Mr. Kelvin Miyakawa Mrs.Kiyoko Matsushima 45 yrs. Mrs. Hiroko Kimoto Mr. Isaburo Izumo Mr. Fred Takata Mr. Masayuki Ohara 21 yrs. Mrs. Miyo Ohara Mr. Katsuso Arifuku 21 yrs. Mr. Fred Fumio Kusunoki 14 yrs. Mrs. Denise Kusunoki Mr. Henry Tanouye 12 yrs. Mrs. Lee Osaki Mrs. Aiko Tanouye 12 yrs. Mrs. Lee Osaki Mr. Ban Yorizane 11 yrs. Ms. Akiko Yorizane Mr. Tom Kobashi 10 yrs. Mrs. Jean Kobashi Ms. Kathleen Reiko Tanouye 3 yrs. Mrs. Lee Osaki 2016 is the Memorial year for those deceased in One year Memorial th year Memorial rd year Memorial th year Memorial th year Memorial rd year Memorial th year Memorial th year Memorial The Sangha Gathering Corner (Cont d) Andrea also did the children s activity. Adult class enjoys the discussion group. We can always count on Andrea to play the organ. 9 Curtis helps Dennis with the light lunch.

10 NOTES FROM KAYE Sangha Gathering March 10a Topic: Children s Day Short Talk by Kaye Kozuki Curtis s Discussion Group Lively and light discussions in a small group setting about Buddhism. Held the second Wed. of each month. Next meeting will be on Mar 9. Bring a friend. CCBWL Scrip Women s Program/Gift Conference Card Janette Wong-Sing has started a Scrip Program March for 13 our in Visalia Church. You Keynote can order Speaker: gift cards Rev. from Ren her McDonald to spend on your everyday purchases. It s Bazaar Time!! March 20, 2016 Sales 2p 5p Everyones help is Needed (see schedule) Sell those tickets!! Get ticket information to Glenn Yoshimoto by March 12 BWA Biannual Yard Sale March 5 7:30a 11:30 10 Scrip Program/Gift Card Janette Wong-Sing has started a Scrip Program for our Church. You can order gift cards from her to spend on your everyday purchases. The Church earns a percentage on every gift card purchased. Contact Bowlersr@aol.com or call her if you would like more information. You can also find a complete list of all cards available and the percentage the Church receives at shopwithscrip.com. Janette has reported that a few people have bought Scrip Cards and the Church has made $200 already!! A bit of information; if you buy a Scrip card for Savemart, you can use both the Scrip card & SHARE card for the same purchase. A double rebate to the Church! When purchasing the Scrip card, you can write a check to pay for the cards to Parlier Buddhist Church. Happy Shopping!! Ohigan/Monthly Memorial Service March 10a Guest Reverend Patti Usuki Q&A: Sat. March 4p Everyone is welcome

11 Buddhist Church of Parlier FOOD BAZAARE March 20, :00pm - 5:00pm Take out or Dine in $15.00 Donation Good for one Box Lunch ***See Schedule Work Attached 11

12 DIRECTORY OF OFFICIERS Minister Rinban Kakei Nakagawa Rev. Alan Sakamoto Rev. Matt Hamasaki Church President Curtis Koga Vice-President Toshie Mori Secretary Sho/Kari Higuchi Treasurer Glenn Yoshimoto Maintenance James Goishi Fujinkai Presidents Cheryl Koga Joyce Sasai Newletter Editors Curtis Koga Julie Doi Karen Shimizu Webmaster Glenn Nakamichi UPCOMING APRIL EVENTS 3 (Sun) Sangha Gathering...10:00am 4 (Mon) BEC Lecturer Series, Fowler (Sun) Parlier Picnic...10:00am 11 (Mon) Board Meeting (Wed) Buddhist Discussion Group (Sat) Church Clean-up, Group 3...8:00am 16 (Sat) Q & A With Rev. Unno...4:00pm 17 (Sun) Hanamatsuri Service...10:00am 18 (Mon) Shoshinge Service...4:00pm 30 (Sat) Asian Fest, Fresno City College... MARCH BUDDHIST RADIO BROADCAST KFIB (AM900) SATURDAY 7:20AM MARCH APRIL Japanese Japanese 5 Rev. Midori Nakagawa 2 Mr.Yuki Mori, Tokudo MA 12 Rev. Midori Nakagawa 9 Mr.Yuki Mori, Tokudo MA 19 Rev. Kakei Nakagawa 16 Rev. Midori Nakagawa, MA 26 Rev. Kakei Nakagawa 23 Rev. Midori Nakagawa, MA 30 Rev. Kakei Nakagawa Ohigan and March Shotsuki Service Sunday, March 27, 2016 at 10:00 a.m Rev. Patti Usuki, Speaker NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION U.S POSTAGE PARLIER, CA PERMIT #23 BUDDHIST CHURCH OF PARLIER P.O. Box 547 Parlier, CA Address Service Requested

13 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sangha Gathering 10:00am NCM Eitaikyo Service Visalia CCBWL Conference in Visalia 8:30am-9:30am Registration Parlier Food Bazaar 2:00pm-5:00pm Parlier Class Taichi (see above) Parlier Board Meeting 1 2 Parlier Class 3 4 BWA 5 Taichi Yard Sale 8:00am 7:30am- 11:00am (see below) Parlier Class Taichi 8:00am 27 BEC Lecturer Series with Karen Mukai at Fowler National Council Meeting in Visalia Curtis Discussion Class Welcome Center 9:15am- 11:30am V & P Meeting in FDC Parlier Class Taichi 8:00am Shoshinge Service w/ Mori s in Parlier 28 CCYBA Meeting in Fowler (see above) CCMAC Mtg. Fowler Reedley Crab feed Q & A with Rev. Patti Usuki 4:00pm Techno Buddha JSC Ohigan Service & March Shotsuki Rev. Alan & Rev. Patti Usuki 10:00am Rennyo Letters at FDC w/ Rev. Alan BCA CALENDAR THEME; LIVE A REAL LIFE