First off, I'm not converting to Christianity. I am still Buddhist…read more But for a university assignment, I had to do a "culture shock" homework assignment. I want to be an educator so the teacher required us students to go to a place we wouldn't usually go and experience that nervousness that some immigrant children might feel when they come to school in the US, away from friends and family, immersed in a different language. So I had to attend a church service. I didn't know what to expect when I first drove into the driveway. I did feel a little out of place since I am Buddhust, and I did feel kind of conspicuous as an Asian in a predominantly white church. But everyone was really friendly. One of the musicians said "we won't try to convert you", after hearing about my assignment. At least five people shook my hand and said hi. I definitely think all the religions of the world can work together to bring peace to this war-torn, poverty-stricken world. Some people may say that the worst problems of the world are caused by religion (those like Mao Ze Dong of China who renounced religion also did a lot of harm) but I think peace can also be found within religion. I'm still Buddhist! But all religions of the world have a lot of common. So, here's to peace for all people of the world!

Warm and friendly environment! All ages will feel welcomed. Awesome music!read more

I was visiting from out of town and checked out this churches doctrine online. Normally a church…read morewith Bible in the title stays very true to the Word. They did not disappoint. Preaching was excellent. Worship was awesome and worshipful, not a performance. People there were warm and welcoming. My friend who lives in Ukiah went with me and she has returned several times, joined their Bible study and brought her parents. If your looking for excellent Bible teaching, good worship and friendly people you will love this place.

Praise the Lord! A very welcoming church and great service! There are 2 morning services: 8:30 &…read more11:00. I went to 11:00 and enjoyed it :) Thank you pastor Aaron

If you want to learn more about the word of God Pastor Dave and his wife Judith will be able to…read moreassist. Kind and wonderful teachers!

I have been inspired to visit here for a while and finally found the chance…read more The campus is very well kept. Love seeing the peacock family touring around with a nice diversity of the family members and their squirrel friends. I love how friendly people here are. I especially appreciate my experience at the bookstore/gift shop. They helped me find the perfect GuanYin for my meditation area and showed me many tips. I only wish that they can host somewhat frequent weekend retreats. I would love to come back to practice over the weekend. Many thanks to the wonderful people practicing here or helping out here. They also offer free books too at the hall. Would come back for another visit tmrw.

If you've never been to the City of Ten Thousand Buddhas, you should definitely visit! ‍ We stopped…read moreby on our way to Mendocino, and it was amazing. We really enjoyed walking around and exploring the beautiful and peaceful grounds. The City of Ten Thousand Buddhas is a large Buddhist monastery in Ukiah, California. The community includes a temple, schools, a vegetarian restaurant, and an animal sanctuary. The "Ten Thousand Buddhas" refers to the thousands of Buddha statues lining the walls of its temple. It is known for its peaceful, meditative environment and its emphasis on spreading Buddhist teachings, especially the principles of non-violence, vegetarianism, and mindfulness. We dined at the Jyun Kang Vegetarian restaurant and had crispy noodles and vegetables, fried rolls, and sweet and sour protein balls. All were very tasty!

Quiet, peaceful relaxing Staff was amazing…read more Thank you Elwood, michael, max,Hunter You all rock ... what more can I say highly recommend the wood butcher cabin

House had everything we needed to stay for the weekend. Plenty of beds and great space to spend…read moretime together with friends and have great fellowship. Looking forward to trying other cabins next time! The plumbing went out due to a bad storm right after Christmas but the staff promptly fixed the issue and even called us while we explored Mendocino to let us know everything was working again.

Real Thai forest experience if you are living in North California. Look into their website for the…read morelatest news and updates. Make sure to pack good flashlights.

This place is heaven on earth. I came here for a day-long retreat with a group of people from San…read moreFrancisco. Each of us brought lunch food for the monks. Do you know that they only eat twice during the day? A light breakfast in the morning and their second and last meal is lunch. We prepare the table of food for them; they bless the food; and then they take whatever they'll eat in their alms bowl. It's a very humbling realization how they treat food as nourishment and not something to take for granted...or enjoy. I can barely imagine myself not enjoying food. But for renunciates like them, it seem as simple as breathing. The same way they pledge a vow of poverty and renounce the pleasures of life, for example music (except for chanting), or money (they never touch them). I can't help but recollect my experience meeting, sharing a meal and spending a day with them. They take donations and food supplies (vegetarian dishes only). Go to http://www.abhayagiri.org/ for more info. If you are looking for spiritual nourishment - visit this place. Only two hours drive north from San Francisco near Ukiah. The mountains and the monks will move you. I kid you not.