Become a WLABT Member

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Membership at the WLA Buddhist Temple comes with several benefits, the most prominent being that members gain first hand experience in Buddhism and Jodo Shinshu. You will be supported while learning the values of the Nembutsu-Dharma and may feel encouraged to participate in other temple activities such as seminars and special services. Having an established relationship of trust with our members and within our community is extremely important to us and a vital component in sustaining our Temple and Jodo Shinshu in Los Angeles, CA.

Other benefits Temple members can enjoy are:

• Free subscription to Wheel Of Dharma

• BCA monthly publication

• Special rates and prioritized use of Temple facilities (i.e. gatherings, weddings, funerals, etc.)

• Prioritized participation in WLABT cultural activities

• Receipt of all Temple news and reports including the General Membership’s Annual Report upon request

• Receipt of the WLABT Membership Handbook and future publications of WLABT

• Eligibility for WLABT scholarships

• Automatic eligibility to attend Buddhist Churches of America or Institute of Buddhist Studies sponsored religious seminars

• Eligibility to serve on WLABT Board of Directors and to vote in All WLABT Elections

• Participation in Tisarana ceremony, Hatsumairi and others.