Buddhist Temple of Chicago — Local services in Lake View Township

I have been attending BTC regularly since July and I am very happy. The congregation is very cordial and warm hearted. Aside from Sunday service, there are courses that are offered to either introduce one to Buddhism or extend one's knowledge of the religion. I have attended both the Intro to Buddhism course and also meditation (which is offered on both Sundays and Thursdays). Rev. Patti is very interactive with members of the temple and is very approachable, which is a huge plus. Sometimes places of worship can be a little intimidating but this is definitely not one of them. There is also a sense of open-mindedness when you attend the temple - there is not a sense of urgency for you to join the temple and stay in one place. You should stop by and visit with the awesome...

The Temple is six-sided, just like those found in Japan. Not just a place to sing or sit, but good if you are into local history. There is also an original altar from the 1940s American internment camps in the rear. Many books available, in addition to recent newsletters from other temples in California and other places, which I enjoy reading. If you have been to the Japanese American Cultural Center or the Lincoln Park temple, this should be your next visit. Stay for food after service, because they are...

I have been raving about this place since , I attended a Town Hall Meeting in the Spring . Then , I helped (Dishwasher) at their Summer Festival ,on Father's Day this Summer .

Well , no one was around and I decided to do a little Impromptu Modeling (Vogue) after shopping . And these pics are the result , I asked a stranger to take them (A Frenchman) whom...