We are a small group of Buddhists, of diverse backgrounds and training, who come together regularly to share services and discussion. Since our founding, we have enjoyed the guidance of Taitetsu Unno Sensei. Our monthly activities include regular meetings, "Family Dharma" for children & parents, a reading group, and lay teacher training meetings. Our sangha is based on the Shin tradition. Shin Buddhism is a path primarily for lay people, arising from the teachings of Shinran (1173 - 1263), and affirming the boundless compassion -- infinite light and infinite life -- in the heart of every imperfect, confused human being. Our tradition teaches that enlightenment arises not from teachers or doctrines, but from the deepest levels of human experience.

Please visit our web site at http://www.geocities.com/shin_sangha for more information, including a schedule of our activities and directions to our gatherings.

~~ Mission Statement of the NSBS ~~

The Mission of the Northampton Shin Buddhist Sangha is to cultivate the study, practice and advancement of the teachings of our founder Shinran Shonin. The Sangha will share these Pure Land teachings with anyone interested in this aspect of Buddhism. We shall seek to embody the Dharma in our everyday lives, guided by the Wisdom and Compassion of Amida Buddha.