“Bell of the Last Night” – Tuesday – December 31st – 7 pm – A Family-Friendly Service.
Ring out 2019! Ring in 2020! with the “Bell of the Last Night Service,” a cultural, spiritual Buddhist observance called Joya-E. Everyone who attends will participate in the ringing of the “calling bell” a portion of 108 times during the service. This symbolically rings out the 108 delusions of woman and man and rings in our aspiration to overcome ignorance, greed and anger in the coming year. It’s a way to reflect on the events of 2019 and “move away from our selfish and ego-centered ways.” There will be a 40-minute service. The temple’s Kansho bell was dedicated in 1965. The Kansho, or summoning bell, calls people to the temple and marks the beginning of each service.
