WEST HILLS
Shanthi Nikethanaya
22543 Marlin Place, West Hills, CA 91307
A peaceful neighborhood temple for meditation, Dhamma programs, blessings and community activities in the San Fernando Valley.
A PLACE FOR
Peace, Wisdom
and Compassion
Shanthi Nikethanaya Buddhist Center & Jethawanaya Buddhist Temple
Two temples in West Hills and Acton, California, welcoming everyone seeking peace, mindfulness and a healthier, happier life.
JOIN FROM HOME
Online Meditation, Every Weekday
Monday – Friday · 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM (Pacific) · Free and open to everyone
- Zoom Meeting ID
- 199 124 600
- Passcode
- 096513
OUR TEMPLES
Two Sacred Locations
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ACTON
Jethawanaya Buddhist Temple
3963 Sierra Hwy, Acton, CA 93510
A retreat temple and meditation center with a stupa, statues and walking paths, surrounded by the hills of Acton.
PROGRAMS
Healing, Meditation, Yoga
Programs & More…
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Meditation
Cultivate mindfulness, inner peace and clarity through guided Buddhist meditation.
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Healing
Explore gentle practices that support balance, wellbeing and a calmer mind.
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Yoga
Develop flexibility, balance and mindful awareness through supportive yoga practice.
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Tai Chi
Practice slow, mindful movement designed to encourage balance, focus and ease.
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ABOUT
Venerable
Shantha Sobhana
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Venerable Master Shantha Sobhana is a Buddhist monk with 25 years of experience in meditation and healing techniques, who has also been practicing and teaching yoga for the past 15 years.
He has international experience including China, Malaysia, the United Kingdom, Europe, India and Sri Lanka.
Learn More →WATCH & LEARN
Continue the Journey on Shanthi TV
Watch Dhamma teachings, meditation guidance, spiritual discussions and programs with Venerable Shantha Sobhana on the official Shanthi TV YouTube channel.
SUPPORT OUR TEMPLE
Make a Donation
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The Center is made possible by your kind donations. Your generosity maintains our temples and supports Dhamma programs, meditation, community services and the continued sharing of the Buddha’s teachings.
♥ Donate Now →Maintain Our Temples
Help keep our sacred places beautiful and welcoming.
Support Dhamma Programs
Enable meditation, teachings and community activities.
Serve the Community
Bring peace, compassion and guidance to all.
Grow Together
Support a healthier, happier and more mindful society.
GALLERY
Moments of Faith and Community
UPCOMING EVENTS
Temple Activities & Programs
NOV15
Annual Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony 2026
Sunday · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Jethawanaya — Acton
NOV24
Il Full Moon Poya Day Program
Tuesday · 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Jethawanaya — Acton
DEC23
Unduvap Full Moon Poya Day Program
Wednesday · 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Shanthi Nikethanaya — West Hills
View full flyer ⤢Important upcoming event
JETHAWANAYA · ACTON
Annual Kathina Robe Offering Ceremony 2026
වාර්ෂික කඨින පිංකම
Offering Lunch for 75 Monks75 නමක් උදෙසා පිදෙන මහා සංඝගත දක්ෂිණාව
NOV15
- When
- Sunday, November 15, 2026 · 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Where
- 3963 Sierra Highway, Acton, CA 93510
- Info
- 818-629-8670
Our most important ceremony of the year: the offering of the Kathina robe at the end of the rainy-season retreat, with a Maha Sanghika Dana — a lunch offering for 75 monks. All are welcome.
- Kathina robe offering
- Maha Sanghika Dana for 75 monks
- Blessings & merit sharing
All are welcome · සියලු දෙනා සාදරයෙන් පිළිගනිමු!
