What makes you want to dance for joy? by Reverend John Mullins

Obon is a time to remember all those who have passed through our lives, whichwe do by gathering as a community to express our gratitude. The centerpiece ofthe Obon Festival, bon odori dancing, comes from a long history that traces all theway back to Moggallana, one of the Buddha’s closest students. As the story in […]

SHINING LIGHTS FUNDRAISER by Reverend John Mullins

Bishop Rev. Harada with the recent Tokudo Ministers Rev. Devon Matsumoto, Rev. Blake Honda, Rev. John Mullins, Rev. Stacy Reardon, Rev. Jean-Paul deGuzman On March 9, Las Vegas Buddhist Sangha had a special inaugural celebration called “Shining Lights.” Originally, this fundraiser was conceived by Dan Lee as an evening of elevated dining and a showcase […]

2.2024 Dharma Talk by Reverend John Mullins

“Make of yourself a light. Rely upon yourself. Do not depend on anyone else. Make my teachings your light. Rely upon them. Do not depend upon any other teaching.” Shakyamuni Buddha, Mahaparinibbana Sutra As I read these words spoken by the Buddha as part of his final teaching before passing into Nirvana, I was surprised […]

SPIRITUAL RESOLUTIONS FOR NEW YEAR’S by Reverend John Mullins

Since this is the start of a new year, it is customary to think about our goals for the year ahead and make New Year’s resolutions. We may resolve to quit a bad habit, learn something new, tidy our homes Marie Kondo-style, or focus on our health through fitness and diet changes. Have you ever […]