Dharma Center Of Oklahoma

Dharma Center Of Oklahoma Dharma Center of Oklahoma 2745 NW 40th St Oklahoma City, OK 73112 (405) 943-5030 Rev. Chris Peters The path of Buddhism is inclusive and available to all.

Our purpose is to provide a place of meditation and spiritual growth through the study and practice of Buddhist principles. We seek to support each other and our community in the development of awareness, compassion and peace. Our goal is to have a teaching/practice center where we can join with others to discover and celebrate spiritual growth. We endeavor to share our experiences with others to

build a bond of integrity and strength within our community. A positive approach to learning that can be taken out into the world. Because we are all connected, we practice responsibility in all aspects of our lives. When you cast a stone into the water, the ripples extend far beyond the original action. So, the effects of our actions often reach further than we realize. Through increased awareness and learning how to live in the moment, we have the chance to gain wisdom and compassion for ourselves and others.

Dr. Dominick Scarangello will be visiting us from Tokyo, Japan! This is a special occasion and we are excited about the ...
06/07/2026

Dr. Dominick Scarangello will be visiting us from Tokyo, Japan! This is a special occasion and we are excited about the talks and meditation he will be providing at the Dharma Center of Oklahoma on June 10th, 11th, and 13th.

Dr. Scarangello earned his Ph.D. in Religious Studies, concentration in East Asian Buddhism from the University of Virginia. He specializes in early modern and modern Japanese religions. He has taught at the University of Virginia and was the Postdoctoral Scholar in Japanese Buddhism at the Center for Japanese Studies, University of California, Berkeley (2013 - 2014). In addition to Dr. Scarangello's academic accomplishments and credentials, he is also an ordained Buddhist practitioner, and highly experienced in meditation and other practices. Presently Dr. Scarangello is the International Advisor to Rissho Kosei-kai in Tokyo, Japan.
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Dr. Scarangello's Talk and Meditation Schedule:
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- Wednesday, June 10th @ 6:30 - 8:30PM:
Presentation Topic: "Finding RK Practices in the Lotus Sutra", with discussion to follow.
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Thursday, June 11th @ 7:30PM:
Meditation Guided by Dr. Scarangello
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Saturday, June 13th:
- -Dr. Scarangello will also be with us on Saturday morning for Lotus Sutra Study (10:00 - 11:30AM)
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- Discussion Topic: "Rissho Kosei-kai, the Lotus Sutra, and the Importance of Interfaith Cooperation" (3:00 - 5:00PM)

The monthly newsletter link can be found in the comment section below.This monthly message (June 2026) was written by Re...
06/01/2026

The monthly newsletter link can be found in the comment section below.

This monthly message (June 2026) was written by Rev. Chris Peters.


The altar at the Dharma Center of Oklahoma on Sunday, May 10th. Happy Mother’s Day‼️
05/10/2026

The altar at the Dharma Center of Oklahoma on Sunday, May 10th.
Happy Mother’s Day‼️


The monthly newsletter link can be found in the comment section below.This monthly message (May 2026) was written by Rev...
05/01/2026

The monthly newsletter link can be found in the comment section below.

This monthly message (May 2026) was written by Rev. Chris Peters.


04/15/2026

The Rissho Kosei-kai lay Buddhist International Community will offer a Prayer for Peace – transcending conflict – through the recitation of the Threefold Lot...

04/11/2026

Reminder:

The Dharma Center of Oklahoma is hosting:
National Lotus Sutra Seminar
April 10th - 12th (Friday - Sunday)

The seminar event noted above is part of a two-year study program available to enrolled RK members from across the United States.

The Dharma Center of Oklahoma will be closed on:
Sunday, April 12th

Our center is typically open every Sunday of the year, with the following occasional exceptions: severe weather, utility outages, and the rare private event.

We (the sangha) look forward to spending time with you soon. You are encouraged to join us during any of our regularly scheduled public sessions.

04/01/2026

Now that spring break has passed, we will be returning to the Basic Buddhism classes at RKOK.

To finish this semester over the next three Wednesday evenings we will be discussing these topics:
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- April 1st (tonight): The Suchnesses & Three Thousand Realms
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- April 8th: Karma and Transmigration
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- April 15th: Basic Practices of Rissho Kosei-kai

You are encouraged to join us for class tonight!
See you soon.
Rev. Chris Peters

The monthly newsletter link can be found in the comment section below.This monthly message (April 2026) was written by R...
04/01/2026

The monthly newsletter link can be found in the comment section below.

This monthly message (April 2026) was written by Rev. Chris Peters.


Springtime in OKC here at RKOK.Our redbud tree looked beautiful in bloom. You are invited to join us at the Dharma Cente...
03/21/2026

Springtime in OKC here at RKOK.
Our redbud tree looked beautiful in bloom.

You are invited to join us at the Dharma Center on Thursdays for meditation starting at 7:30PM.

Address:
2745 NW 40th St.
OKC


~~~ Spring and Fall Ohigan Explained ~~~ The equinox of spring and fall are celebrated in the Buddhist tradition as ...
03/17/2026

~~~ Spring and Fall Ohigan Explained ~~~

The equinox of spring and fall are celebrated in the Buddhist tradition as Ohigan. We gather for special services of life appreciation - remembrance prayers for our ancestors. The Japanese word “Higan” means “that side” as opposed to “this side” or “Shigan”. We travel from here, the “Saha” world, or world of suffering, to the other side - one of eternal peace and tranquility. (Buddha and Nirvana)

In Japan during the early Heian era, they would recite the sutra at local temples. The people believed that these days were the easiest time to cross from this shore to the other. They divided the week – the first 3 days, then the 4th day was for visiting the cemetery and services for the ancestors. This was followed by the final 3 days of the week.

On these days of the year, the length of day and night are equal. During the spring, it is said that all creatures are awakened and in the fall, it is the time to thank our families and remember those who have passed.

(The photos in this post are from our Spring Ohigan service at The Dharma Center of Oklahoma on Sunday, March 15th.)

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2745 NW 40th Street
Oklahoma City, OK
73112

Opening Hours

Monday 7pm - 8pm
Tuesday 7pm - 8pm
Wednesday 7pm - 8pm
Thursday 7:15pm - 8:45pm
Saturday 10am - 11:30am
Sunday 10am - 12pm

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