Our Church
Our Mission Statement
Our Mission Statement
The Placer Buddhist Church strives to nurture compassion, mindfulness, gratitude, peace, tolerance, inclusiveness, and spiritual exploration by providing a place where everyone is welcome. Our mission is to continually learn and live the Buddhist Teachings to reduce suffering and support our lives and the lives around us. We offer an open door to sharing these teachings, as well as friendship and community.
The Placer Buddhist Church strives to nurture compassion, mindfulness, gratitude, peace, tolerance, inclusiveness, and spiritual exploration by providing a place where everyone is welcome. Our mission is to continually learn and live the Buddhist Teachings to reduce suffering and support our lives and the lives around us. We offer an open door to sharing these teachings, as well as friendship and community.
New PBC Office Hours
New PBC Office Hours
Every Thursday from 9:00am - 1:00pm
Every Thursday from 9:00am - 1:00pm
If you sign up make sure you tell them you're from Placer Buddhist Church.
If you sign up make sure you tell them you're from Placer Buddhist Church.
PBC Annual Report's
PBC Annual Report's
The Placer Buddhist Church Annual reports are available for review. Use the links below to download and review the document.
The Placer Buddhist Church Annual reports are available for review. Use the links below to download and review the document.
A President's Reflection
A President's Reflection
April 2024
April 2024
Welcome Spring! As we embrace this season of new beginnings, let us also consider the importance of decluttering in our lives. The act of decluttering goes beyond simply tidying up our physical spaces; it can have profound effects on our mental well-being and spiritual growth.
Welcome Spring! As we embrace this season of new beginnings, let us also consider the importance of decluttering in our lives. The act of decluttering goes beyond simply tidying up our physical spaces; it can have profound effects on our mental well-being and spiritual growth.
Did you know that decluttering is more than just a chore? It is a practice that fosters mindfulness and intention in our daily lives. By clearing out physical clutter, we are also creating space for clarity and focus in our minds. This process can help alleviate stress, reduce feelings of frustration, and prevent the wasting of precious time (think of all the time spent trying to find things among the clutter).
Did you know that decluttering is more than just a chore? It is a practice that fosters mindfulness and intention in our daily lives. By clearing out physical clutter, we are also creating space for clarity and focus in our minds. This process can help alleviate stress, reduce feelings of frustration, and prevent the wasting of precious time (think of all the time spent trying to find things among the clutter).
Moreover, decluttering is a continuous practice that aligns with the essence of mindfulness. It is not just about purging unnecessary belongings, but also about curbing the impulse to acquire more.
Moreover, decluttering is a continuous practice that aligns with the essence of mindfulness. It is not just about purging unnecessary belongings, but also about curbing the impulse to acquire more.
This spring, I am committed to incorporating decluttering and mindfulness into my daily routine. I’m a big online shopper and now, before making a new purchase, I’m going to spend more time considering if the item is truly essential and if it will add value to my life. If so, I’m going to try and make it a habit to discard or donate something in its place or curb the impulse to purchase, just because I think it might be nice to have. I believe that these practices will enable me to focus on what truly matters and lead a more intentional life.
This spring, I am committed to incorporating decluttering and mindfulness into my daily routine. I’m a big online shopper and now, before making a new purchase, I’m going to spend more time considering if the item is truly essential and if it will add value to my life. If so, I’m going to try and make it a habit to discard or donate something in its place or curb the impulse to purchase, just because I think it might be nice to have. I believe that these practices will enable me to focus on what truly matters and lead a more intentional life.
Reflecting on the events of March, our community has been bustling with activities at PBC. From our regular services to Tai Chi classes, Buddhist study sessions, monthly Bingo, Tomodachi Bento, Obon practices, and the Placer Ume Taiko's annual pancake breakfast, there has been no shortage of enriching experiences.
Reflecting on the events of March, our community has been bustling with activities at PBC. From our regular services to Tai Chi classes, Buddhist study sessions, monthly Bingo, Tomodachi Bento, Obon practices, and the Placer Ume Taiko's annual pancake breakfast, there has been no shortage of enriching experiences.
Looking ahead, we have exciting events lined up, including Hanamatsuri with take-out bentos available and the highly anticipated annual Golf Tournament fundraiser on May 4th. This year, the tournament sold out in five days! That’s a record, and maybe having the banquet back at PBC had something to do with that. The Bazaar Committee is also gearing up for the two-day event on September 28th and 29th, promising a weekend filled with fun and community spirit.
Looking ahead, we have exciting events lined up, including Hanamatsuri with take-out bentos available and the highly anticipated annual Golf Tournament fundraiser on May 4th. This year, the tournament sold out in five days! That’s a record, and maybe having the banquet back at PBC had something to do with that. The Bazaar Committee is also gearing up for the two-day event on September 28th and 29th, promising a weekend filled with fun and community spirit.
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the volunteers whose dedication keeps PBC thriving and vibrant. Your efforts are truly appreciated and essential to the success of our community initiatives.
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to all the volunteers whose dedication keeps PBC thriving and vibrant. Your efforts are truly appreciated and essential to the success of our community initiatives.
May this season of renewal inspire us to declutter our lives, cultivate mindfulness, and cherish the things that bring us joy and purpose.
May this season of renewal inspire us to declutter our lives, cultivate mindfulness, and cherish the things that bring us joy and purpose.
In Gassho,
In Gassho,
Rene' Yamashiro, PBC President
Rene' Yamashiro, PBC President
Our Contact Information
Our Contact Information
Placer Buddhist Church
Placer Buddhist Church
3192 Boyington Road
3192 Boyington Road
P.O.Box 349 <-- New Mailing Address
P.O.Box 349 <-- New Mailing Address
Penryn, CA. 95663
Penryn, CA. 95663
(916) 652-6139
(916) 652-6139
Our Church
Our Church
The Placer Buddhist Church is located at 3192 Boyington Road in Penryn California, County of Placer. It is located at the scenic base of the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains just off Interstate 80. It is approximately halfway between San Francisco and Reno, Nevada.
The Placer Buddhist Church is located at 3192 Boyington Road in Penryn California, County of Placer. It is located at the scenic base of the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains just off Interstate 80. It is approximately halfway between San Francisco and Reno, Nevada.
The Church was founded in 1902 in the small foothill town of Penryn. The original church was near the center of town approximately 3 miles from its current location. The church moved to its current location in 1963. The church is well known in the community for annual food bazaar which is typically held on the 4th weekend of September. The annual food bazaar began in 1964, just after the church moved to its new location.
The Church was founded in 1902 in the small foothill town of Penryn. The original church was near the center of town approximately 3 miles from its current location. The church moved to its current location in 1963. The church is well known in the community for annual food bazaar which is typically held on the 4th weekend of September. The annual food bazaar began in 1964, just after the church moved to its new location.
The church supports organizations such as the Placer Buddhist Women’s Association (PBWA), Young Buddhist Association (YBA), Sierra Bonsai Club, Dharma School, and Placer Ume Taiko Groups. The church also holds various classes during the week including calligraphy, flower arranging, Tai Chi, Obon dancing and exercise classes. See the church calendar for class times.
The church supports organizations such as the Placer Buddhist Women’s Association (PBWA), Young Buddhist Association (YBA), Sierra Bonsai Club, Dharma School, and Placer Ume Taiko Groups. The church also holds various classes during the week including calligraphy, flower arranging, Tai Chi, Obon dancing and exercise classes. See the church calendar for class times.
Dharma services and group activities have been limited during the Covid-19 pandemic and will reopen when safe to publicly meet.
Dharma services and group activities have been limited during the Covid-19 pandemic and will reopen when safe to publicly meet.
Supervising Ministers
Supervising Ministers
Rev. Matt Hamasaki
Rev. Matt Hamasaki
Rev. Yuki Sugahara
Rev. Yuki Sugahara
Minister's Assistants
Minister's Assistants
Rich Kawahata
Rich Kawahata
Michi Mitani
Michi Mitani
Ed Nakamoto
Ed Nakamoto
2023 PBC Officers
2023 PBC Officers
President
President
René Yamashiro
René Yamashiro
1st Vice President
1st Vice President
Tom Aust
Tom Aust
2nd Vice President
2nd Vice President
Frank Perrott
Frank Perrott
Recording Secretary
Recording Secretary
Linda Dickerson
Linda Dickerson
Claudia Nakata
Claudia Nakata
Treasurer
Treasurer
Kent Kawamoto
Kent Kawamoto
Auditor
Auditor
Karen Takayama
Karen Takayama
