Buddhist Church of Santa Barbara

The Buddhist Church of Santa Barbara is a Jodo Shinshu Buddhist temple located at 1015 E Montecito St, Santa Barbara, CA 93103. It was founded in 1922 by Japanese immigrants to Santa Barbara, and the current building was constructed in 1966. The temple offers a variety of programs and services, including Sunday services, meditation classes, and religious education classes. It is open to people of all faiths.

The Buddhist Church of Santa Barbara is affiliated with the Buddhist Churches of America, which is the largest organization of Jodo Shinshu Buddhists in the United States. Jodo Shinshu is a school of Buddhism that emphasizes the importance of faith and compassion. The temple's Sunday services include chanting, sutra readings, and a sermon. There are also meditation classes held throughout the week, as well as religious education classes for children and adults.

The Buddhist Church of Santa Barbara is a welcoming and inclusive community that is open to people of all faiths. The temple offers a variety of programs and services that can help people to connect with their spiritual side and to learn more about Buddhism. If you are interested in learning more about the Buddhist Church of Santa Barbara, you can visit their website or contact them directly.