Ontario, CA is a city that embodies diversity, inclusion, progressiveness that also carries over into its religious and spiritual life. It is a bustling metropolis with an array of sacred spaces to explore.
One such space is the San Antonio de Padua Church (5800 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd), which welcomes all visitors regardless of their religious affiliation. This Catholic church has beautiful intricate stained glass windows that are truly aweinspiring.
Not too far from there you can find the Buddhist Temple of America (1135 S Lyon St). The temple provides visitors with meditation classes every Sunday from 9 am 11 am. For those interested in learning more about Buddhism or simply looking for some mental peace during their travels this temple offers blessings by resident monks as well as informal discussions on various topics relating to spirituality.
If Islam interests you then the Islamic Center Of Riverside (1038 W Linden St) will be sure to pique your curiosity. The mosque offers tours for nonMuslims wanting to learn more about Islam as well as community events like potlucks and lectures etc.
Looking for something different? Try visiting the Hare Krishna ethnic cultural center (3746 N Lotus Ave). Also known as ISKCON Los Angeles Inland Empire it boasts extravagant daily ceremonial performances from noon onwards until around 1 pm followed by lunch prasad where guests are invited in eating delicious vegetarian foods accompanied by music programs showcasing unique instruments just outside near swans floating peacefully amidst blooming lotus flowers in serene waters at Radha Raman Mandir part of this wondrous complex.
Ontario has no shortage of inclusive spiritual communities openminded towards people who identify differently than cisgendered heterosexual individuals either; consider stopping by one LGBTQfriendly churches like Bloom Church, CrossWinds Wesleyan Church or All Saints Episcopal Church located at 3847 Terracina Drive, 1501 W. Bonita Ave and 3847 Terracina Dr respectively.
Regardless of your religious beliefs, Ontario has a wide array of sacred spaces to explore that embody the citys welcoming nature and provide visitors with an opportunity for spiritual reflection. Take the time to visit these places and tap into your inner soul!
Websites:
San Antonio de Padua Church: www.saparish.com
Buddhist Temple of America: btla.org
Islamic Center Of Riverside: islamiccenterofriverside.com
Hare Krishna ethnic cultural center (ISKCON Los Angeles Inland Empire): harekrishnala.com
Twitter:
San Antonio de Padua Church:@sap_catholic_ch
Buddhist Temple of America: @BTAmontebello
Islamic Center Of Riverside does not have Twitter handle
Hare Krishna Ethnic Cultural Centre ISKCON LAIE Ravindra Svarupa Das:@RavindraSvarupD
5800 E Santa Ana Canyon Rd
Ontario, CA
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1135 S Lyon St
Ontario, CA
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1038 W Linden St
Ontario, CA
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3746 N Lotus Ave
Ontario, CA
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Iskcon Los Angeles Inland
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Empire, CA
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