Welcome to Hsi Lai Subchapter!
Harmony and Co-Existence, Galloping Towards Success!
Harmony and Co-Existence, Galloping Towards Success!
We are committed to spreading the Buddha's teachings through service, education, and cultural exchange. Through events, classes, and gatherings, we cultivate opportunities for growth and development as a community. Our goal is to nurture inner peace and awareness, offering stability in a world that often feels unstable.
By coming together, we foster a supportive space where individuals connect through shared values and goals based on the Buddha's teachings. The community aspect is essential, as it cultivates mutual support and accountability, encouraging each of us to grow in wisdom and compassion while contributing to the well-being of all beings.
The BLIA Hsi Lai Subchapter is dedicated to spreading the Buddha's teachings through service, education, and cultural exchange, promoting personal growth and the well-being of all. By joining, you connect with a global network of subchapters united by the mission of Humanistic Buddhism.
2026 Fo Guang Shan Hsi Lai Temple “Fo Guang Year of Cultivation”
From now until May 16, 2027
Reclaiming Your Life is a 6-session mindful living circle for moving beyond stress, busyness, and digital overload. Through meditation, Dharma discussion, and practical Buddhist wisdom, participants will reconnect with what matters most.
Saturdays | 8/8 – 9/12
Join the Hsi Lai Subchapter Family for a Day of Bonding with potluck, swimming, relaxation, and fun. This event is for Hsi Lai Subchapter family members; those interested are warmly invited to become a member first and then join us for the gathering.
Sunday Aug 23rd 2026
Join the Three Acts of Goodness 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament at Hsi Lai Center on October 24, 2026. Open to all ages and genders, with team competition, a 3-point contest, 1-on-1 challenge, and cheer squad support.
October 24th 2026
Give your child a safe, nurturing place to grow in character, confidence, and compassion through the Three Acts of Goodness. Guided by the Buddha’s wisdom and Venerable Master Hsing Yun’s vision, TAG School supports mindful children and harmonious homes.
Term: September 20th - December 13th 2026
July 4th 2026 at 2:00pm
Saturdays, 11:00am-12:00pm
Our subchapter got together to run a food booth during the first weekend of Lunar New Year at the temple!
We gathered at a member's house in Santa Barbara where we bonded over great food and company, then went to Lotus Land and enjoy the greenery!
We celebrated Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva’s Birthday with meditation, discussion, and sweet treats, honoring the Bodhisattva’s compassion. Community of Practice is our monthly gathering where we cultivate wisdom and mindfulness together—see you next month!
If you’re looking to deepen your understanding of Humanistic Buddhism, cultivate peace and compassion, and put these values into practice by serving others, we’d love for you to join our subchapter of BLIA. Together, we work to apply Buddhist teachings in everyday life, fostering a more harmonious world through community service, mindfulness, and shared growth.
"Have questions about Buddhism or daily life? Our venerables are here to help you explore and find answers."