The memories I have with this temple have been pleasant and heartwarming…read more I can remember holding my ba ngoai's hand going from statue to statue and praying with heart as I place each incense in their holder. But as I got older and moved out I found myself going less and less. But I felt that this year was the year to rediscover my culture and I came back during Lunar New Year's weekend. I came on Lunar New Year day (1/29) and once more on Sunday (2/03). Being able to come and pray once more has brought more peace and ease to my heart. Especially now knowing that my dad's photo is here makes me so happy to know how close to home he is. When my mom told me my dad's photo was here I knew I had to come back, but when I came I was overwhelmed by how many photos there were and asked one of the ladies there to help. She was able to find my dad through his name and birthday and lead me to his photo. I was so happy to see his smiling face once more that I got a little misty eyed. But held back my tears because it is not good luck to cry on Lunar New Year LOL The temple is clean with helpful volunteers and monks. I love the food they make here and my boyfriend is hooked! They mentioned on Sundays at 9am they start selling food so I know where I'm heading that morning to grab a quick bite, say hi to my dad, and donate to the temple.

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修行，不是追求完美，而是坦然地接受殘缺。人無完美，做人也好，做事也罷，誰能盡善盡美？人生的修行，就是用智慧看透世間黑白，並用一顆善良的心成就一切美好，用一顆寬容的心，坦然地接納無法的不完美～…read more 淨宗學會， 我來過好幾次了，這個地方有很多的佛教文學， 經書， 師兄姐們態度也都很客氣， 很多經書可以免費跟大眾結緣， 我現在唸的阿彌陀經， 藥師經... 的經書， 都是在這裡請的， 當然， 你也可以隨喜功德， 也可以助印更多經書， 來幫助更多的信眾

The Amida Society is a place where you can learn the Buddha's teachings. Specifically it is a place…read moreof practice and education in the Pureland tradition. They have a regular Dharma Assembly where you chant Amitabha's name (in Chinese). They have english dharma classes as well so don't be shy to shoot an email. Try a more peaceful and simple way of living! It is a lay organization.

Peaceful. The temple does not at all look like a temple from the outside, so it is easily missed…read more It is opposite to the church at the corner. The monks are very friendly and provide good advises and suggestions when you are down/hopeless. I would recommend to anyone who needs someone to listen to ur current problems. They are not judgmental but very understanding.

Really cool experience! Went with a friend who has been recently trying to delve into spirituality…read moreand was greeted with open arms straight out of the gate. As I walked through the doors, I was immediately ingratiated with a sense of "right" and belonging. The interior decoration is on point: the hallways lined with relics and other spiritual ornaments. The people there were all beaming lights of positivity and made me feel right at home. We began with basic mantras/chants: allowing me to feel a not so much divine, but rather, a spiritual sense of well being. I felt a little awkward at first reciting these chants without prior experience, but quickly picked up on the positive energies they exude. Upon expressing my limited exposure to spirituality, I was reassured and guided by a friendly lady. The way she expressed her views of the practices, as well as her personal experiences and how they provided the capabilities of elevating her own personal and familial wellbeing, made me feel confident I was in the right place at the right time! All around an interesting, holistic and fulfilling experience for sure.

Lorraine thank you so much for your kindness and help on getting our butsudan you truly inspire my…read morelife with your attitude and open heart. Thanks ! I hope we soon find a weekly meeting in or near Glendora

Thank you Lang! She is great. Pastor David is good. People are friendly for Bible Studyread more

Fun!!! People are really amazing and it's a community that prioritizes bringing everyone closer to…read moreJesus (:

My family has been coming here for so long that the monks gave us all nicknames. This temple is…read morevery peaceful and a good place to unwind if you need to get away from the bustle of the city. They have a daily service from 10:30-noon for the community but you can request a short prayer service before or after depending on the monk's availability. If you're familiar with Thai Buddhist tradition and temple culture, people will bring a dish or more for the monks to bless and later partake in, offer up a blessing/alms for those who've passed, then everyone will pray together while the monks receive the offerings (basically eat lunch), then it's potluck time for visitors after. It's a very laid back temple, they do have classes for youngsters on the weekends, holiday events, can also host weddings and funeral prayer services. They have retreat style meditation and also have community fund raising events as well. Please be kind and respectful when visiting, help out when possible as there are no hired janitors, everyone pitches in to help when organizing the service and you will see the system if you look for it. P.S. No shoes are allowed in the praying/service rooms, available shoe shelves are right outside the doors before entering, the shoes should join the shoe community on the shelves...thanks.

Beautiful temple. Great Ceremonial events. Nice gardens. Willing to let anyone who would like to…read morehave a statue...

My family has been coming to this Buddhist temple since the late 1980s. We generally come here…read moreduring the Chinese/Vietnamese New Year. A very relaxing and calming place to come pay your respects and possibly seeking the answers to your prayers. Parking: They have their own small and dedicated private lot. Should it gets packed, there's also residential street parking (just watch for signs). This Buddhist temple comprises of two levels. After you making your way up the stairs to the entrance, by the doorways is where you can place your money donations with the staff. Afterwards, you'll enter into the Main Floor (Level), which houses the Male and Female Buddhas as well as the Guardian Deities of the Sky. You'll go around the entire Main Floor paying your respects as well as asking for your possible prayers to come true. You can also donate money to purchase a candle to light up along with your prayers or shake out a wooden stick to find out your Dharma meaning to a certain question that you have been pondering. The Monks here are pretty nice and they'll be happy to help interpret for you. The staff volunteers here are pretty nice too and will do their best to assist you with any questions or inquiries that you might have regarding the temple. After you're done with the Main Level, you'll head downstairs to the Basement. Down there, you will head into the room that houses the Master Monk (who was escorted through the world with the Monkey King, Pig and Friar Sandy [Journey to the West Saga] to seek Enlightenment), who oversees the deceases and pay your respects to him as well as wishing safety and goodness for your deceased loved ones in the Underword as well. In addition, the Restrooms are also located in the Basement. There's only one restroom per sex and both are pretty decent and maintained. The Kitchen and Dining Room is also located down there too. The vegetarian meal prepared here, especially, during Chinese/Vietnamese New Year is delicious! Seasoned perfectly and nutritious, my Mom actually prefers the food here more than the vegetarian buffet at Hsi Lai Temple. Each person is given a plate of food and you can either eat it in the dining room or take it home. After you're done paying your respects, you can leave through the small stairway from the Basement or down the stairs from the main entrance (depending on where you're at). Overall, this Buddhist temple has been great to my family. A wonderful and hidden gem in a quiet neighborhood. Definitely worth checking out!

Youth Worship Night was AWESOME!!! Was so impacted by the worship and sermon. So proud to call this…read morechurch my home.

Since December, my family and I have been attending this church, and it has been a truly meaningful…read morechange for us. We previously came from a Catholic parish that was very loving in its own way, but it was harder for our family to feel consistently connected and engaged. From the moment we visited here, something felt different. The teaching is deeply rooted in Scripture and explained in a way that connects to real life -- marriage, parenting, personal growth, and everyday challenges. The pastor doesn't just read the Bible; he helps you understand how to live it. That relatability has made the messages stay with us throughout the week. What has impacted me the most is what happened about a month after we started attending -- my daughter thanked me for bringing our family closer to God. That moment alone meant everything and confirmed that we were in the right place. The sense of community here is genuine. We didn't just feel welcomed -- we built real relationships quickly. The church is also very intentional about making sure every age group is engaged and learning at their level, which has made a huge difference for our whole family. We're incredibly grateful we were introduced to this church. It has made our faith more alive, more practical, and something we now grow in together as a family.