Happy Anniversary San Luis Obispo Buddhist Church! 85 years ago on Feb 3, 1927 the San Luis Obispo Buddhist Church was officially established. The first temple was dedicated on April 15, 1927.

Even though the 85th is not an auspicious anniversary for Buddhists, it is still something to be mar-veled at. It took a lot of people, time, dedication and money so that we can hear the dharma today. From humble beginnings in the rear of Mr. Miyamoto's barber shop to our present location.

I recite the nembutsu in honor of those who are still living or passed away that we might enjoy this anniversary.

Just days away from our 24th annual crab feed, workers are repairing the main water line in the parking lot to the temple. So, we have a whole in the black top and lots of dirt all around. The water leak has been fixed, however, the whole is still there. Please be careful and stay away, the ground is wet and may collapse. Barricades are up with caution tape around the area.

The kitchen has had a third water leak under the water heater. This time the hole was covered with plywood while we are researching new technology about relining older pipes.

Rev. Nakano has set the 3rd Wednesday of each month for Basic Buddhism study class. The first class will be Feb 22nd at 7:30 pm in the social hall. Please bring your own dinner, snack or refreshments. Sensei does not want anyone fussing in the kitchen.

Also, starting in February, Rev. Nakano and a board member or two, will be making home visits. Sensei would like to meet other sangha members she has not met, specially if you are not able to make it to church. So, you may get a call soon to make an appointment.

Dues, as you all know helps to pay for the overall operation of our church. Unlike many churches we do not pass an offering basket nor is there a 10 percent monthly tithing as expected in many churches. We offer many ways to pay your dues of $180 per year per adult. There is monthly, quarterly, semi annually or annually payment plans.

With gassho,
Barry