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Upcoming Events and Services:

2024 Calendar

November – 10th

9:30am – Newcomers welcome
10:00am – Sitting meditation
10:30am – Service & Dharma talk/thought

November – 17th

10:00am – Buddhism Class

November – 18th

6:30pm – Book Club (at Panera – click here for details)

November – 24th

9:30am – Newcomers welcome
10:00am – Sitting meditation
10:30am – Service with Hayashi Sensei

Self Care Reminders
Have you ever stopped to think about how much you matter? How taking a few precious moments for yourself can transform your entire day? Picture this: you’re sipping a warm […]
What is Pure Land Buddhism?
Many people ask, “what is Pure Land Buddhism?” Some are even confused on if Pure Land is ‘real Buddhism,’ while others suggest it is a Christian form of Buddhism. In […]
Special Event & Potluck – October 27th
Join us on October 27th for a special event & potluck! Andi and Dac will officially be inducted as local minister assistants’ for Longmont Buddhist Temple. Please bring a dish […]
What do Buddhists do each day?
We have our formal ritual aspect of practice which includes chanting daily, and a natural daily practice that develops over time. When you chant and listen deeply to the Dharma, […]
“We control nothing, but we influence everything.”
Through reading Brian Klaas’s book Fluke, I found the perfect explanation for human life and the Buddhist path. He said, “we control nothing, but we influence everything.” I feel like […]

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Interested in Helping?

We are always looking for people willing to be toban hosts. This involves bringing flowers for the altar and a small snack for after service. If you are interested in signing up for a Sunday (or two!), please contact Jackie.

Why Our Temple?

We believe the insights of the Dharma are accessible to all.

Our temple practices Jodo Shinshu Buddhism, a distinctly Japanese denomination of Buddhism, which teaches that the insights of the Dharma (teachings of truth) are accessible to everyone.

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Sunday Services and Classes

Regular Services

Our temple conducts Regular Services the second and fourth Sundays of every month. We provide a brief tour with time for questions and answers about how to engage in Shin Buddhism just as you are.

9:30 am – 10:00 am : Newcomer’s Information Session
10:00 am – 10:30 am : Mindfulness Meditation
10:30 am – 11:30 am : Regular or Special Service/Dharma Talk
11:30 am – 12:45 pm : Tea, snacks and conversation in the community room

Meditation Class

On the first Sunday of every month, we meet for a discussion on meditation and twenty minutes practice.

The time will be for attendees to learn more about meditation. Tea will be provided. We welcome donations.

10:00 – 10:15: Discussion
10:15 – 10:35: Meditation
10:35 – 11:00: Tea, snacks, and conversation in the community room.

Buddhism Class

On the third Sunday of every month. This class is designed to provide an understanding to the core concepts of Buddhism. Whether you’re new to Buddhism or looking to deepen your understanding, this is a great class!

10:00 – 10:30: Lecture
10:30 – 11:00: Discussion
11:00 – 12:00: Tea, snacks, and conversation in the community room

Buddhist Churches of America

Buddhist Churches of America is an incorporated non-profit religious corporation of American Shin Buddhists.

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Temple History

The Longmont Buddhist Temple had its origin in 1925 as the Longmont Kyudokai. It continues today many years after its humble origins.