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Live Event: In My Hands but Beyond My Control: What a Brush with Death Taught Me About Buddhism

Our February Live Event with Koichi Mizushima


In My Hands but Beyond My Control: What a Brush with Death Taught Me About Buddhism

What looked like the stomach flu turned into a life threatening situation quickly. It was at this moment the Buddhist teachings were felt deeply and wholeheartedly. Please join Koichi as he shares how his wife's 14-day hospital stay led him to profound insights and understanding.

This event was held live via Zoom on February 20th at 2pm PST.


Koichi Mizushima

Meet the Speaker:

Koichi Mizushima

Koichi Mizushima is a longtime member and leader within the Buddhist community. He serves on staff at the Buddhist Churches of America (BCA) Center for Buddhist Education as Youth Coordinator (since 2018) and as Ministerial Benefits Coordinator (since 2021). Koichi has also dedicated many years to serving as Minister’s Assistant at Sacramento Betsuin (since 2003) and currently sits on both the Sacramento Buddhist Church Board of Trustees and the Legacy Endowment Fund Board. Outside of his professional and volunteer work, Koichi enjoys spending time with his wife, Janet and daughter, Ellie, as well as singing karaoke and catching stand-up comedy shows.

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