Buddhist Church of Stockton

The church welcomes all visitors and is more than happy to answer any questions you may have.

Followers of Jodo Shinshu Teachings

The Hongwanji is a community of people joined together
in revering the teaching of Shinran Shonin and saying the Nembutsu.

OUR CHURCH

The Stockton Buddhist Temple is a member of the Buddhist Churches of America (BCA) headquarters located in San Francisco, California. BCA is affiliated with Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji Ha, also known as Nishi Hongwanji.

The temple’s membership serves the central valley’s community found in the San Joaquin valley and presently serves outlying areas such as Cortez, Tracy, Modesto and Turlock.

The Stockton Sangha, as our Buddhist community is referred to, include members from the surrounding communities of Tracy, Linden, French Camp, Brentwood, Delta Islands, and Stockton.

Our Teachings

The Pure Land teaching established by Shinran tells us that all are embraced by the power of Amida Buddha’s Primal Vow. Entrusting in this Vow enables all to live in the present with confidence and peace of mind and assures them that they will be born in the Pure Land where they will attain Enlightenment.

Cultural Events

We host many cultural events throughout the year and the public is welcomed to attend.

Our Minister

Rev. Candice Shibata is our resident minister.

Why Visit Us?

As Shin Buddhists, we take the view that our ordinary life is the spiritual journey.

For if we are to live fully, we must live fully in the present moment. That present moment is not compartmentalized for only “spiritual” times. To live fully we are to be present in every present moment.

Latest News/Updates

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2025 Spring Bento Box Fundraiser

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March 22, 2025

Buddhist Church of Stockton Spring Bento Box Fundraiser Saturday, April 19, 2025 Limited quantities: Only 750 bento boxes

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BCS Scholarship Program

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March 22, 2025

There are a total of seventeen scholarships currently administered through the Buddhist Church of Stockton. Nine are provided by individuals, and eight by various organizations and the Temple. Click here to download form.

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INFANT PRESENTATION CEREMONY (OLDER CHILDREN WELCOME TOO!) Sunday, May 18, 2025 Click here to download form.

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