2012 Membership Drive

The benefits of joining BCSF may not be obvious at first. Consider, however, that membership could be the beginning of your journey towards a calm mind and a gentle heart. Discover these qualities in yourself amid our hectic and stressful world.

Becoming a member of BCSF is a very personal decision, one that is best made with the purposeful intention of learning from the teachings of Amida Buddha. For some, the path to a Buddhist life of gratitude comes easily and naturally. For others, the path may begin with difficulty. Be assured, however, that all are welcome to come as they are.  

Sunday morning meditation begins at 9:30 a.m.  Services are offered every Sunday morning at 10:00 a.m. in English, and at 1:00 p.m. in Japanese. BCSF also offers Introduction to Buddhism workshops every quarter.

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Download the membership questionnaire

2012 Welcome Rate

For Individuals, couples, and families new to BCSF, join at a welcoming rate of:
$100 for singles or
$150 for couples/families.

This extended invitation is intended to welcome new members, to provide time to learn about Jodo Shinshu Buddhism, and to take time to feel at home in our temple.

BCSF Membership Benefits

The benefits of membership at the Buddhist Church of San Francisco include:

• Member rates for temple facilities/services
• Reduced registration for classes and workshops
• Reduced admittance rate to special events
• Monthly BCSF Newsletter, the Geppo
• Monthly Buddhist Churches of America Wheel of Dharma newspaper
• Email of special events at Bay Area temples
• Members’ guide and handbook
• Dharma School for children
• Voting privileges at the Annual meeting