Supplemental Reading for Study of Shin Buddhism “The Future of Jodo Shinshu” is a series of five essays by Mr. Peter Hata of the West Covina Buddhist Temple in California. He calls for efforts to make Shin Buddhism active and relevant in contemporary society. Part I- The Present Situation Part II- The ideas of Dr. Hanena and Dr. Bloom Part III – Why Shinshu? Part IV – The Mahayana Mission Part V – 21st Century Buddhism