Contact & Location for Ekoji Buddhist Temple
Service Times for Ekoji Buddhist Temple
Sunday 11:00 AM
Worship
Wednesday 7:00 PM
Service
Programs & Ministries at Ekoji Buddhist Temple
About Ekoji Buddhist Temple
Ekoji Buddhist Temple is a Shin Buddhist congregation located in Fairfax Station, Virginia, founded in 1981. The temple welcomes all people regardless of background and describes itself as a safe space for exploring a spiritual path. Services are conducted in English and feature the chanting of sutras, Dharma teachings, and Buddhist hymns, making the tradition accessible to people with everyday lives and families. Beyond Sunday services, Ekoji offers Thursday meditation practice, monthly memorial services, and a Dharma School for families. The temple is wheelchair-accessible and serves as a resource for education about Buddhism and Shin Buddhist practice in the greater Virginia community.
First-Time Visitor Info for Ekoji Buddhist Temple
Dress Code: Dress is casual, yet conservative. Service Format: Services include sutra chanting, a Dharma talk, and Buddhist hymns sung by the congregation, with opportunities to listen, learn the Nembutsu, and participate in the service. Visitor Tips: All are welcome; services are offered in a hybrid model both in-person and via Zoom on Sunday mornings at 11 a.m., and visitors can arrive early on Thursday evenings at 8 p.m. to receive guidance before the meditation practice begins.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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