Enshrining Statue of the Great Master

We warmly invite you to join us for a meaningful and joyful occasion as we enshrine the statue of the Great Master in our newly renovated meditation hall. This special ceremony marks the blessing and opening of a sacred space dedicated to meditation, mindfulness, and community practice. Together we will share a moment of gratitude, offer food to the monks, and celebrate the beginning of a new chapter for our meditation community. All members and newcomers are welcome to attend this peaceful and inspiring gathering.

Tentative Schedule

11:00 am : Alms Offering
11:30 am : Lunch
12:50 pm : The Great Master Statue Procession
01:30 pm : Dhamma Talk
02:10 pm : Meditation Session
02:30 pm : Curtain Opening Ceremony for the Statue
02:50 pm : Placing the donor's name plates ceremony
03:00 pm : End of Ceremony

Dress Code

• Please wear light-colored or white clothing to create a peaceful and respectful atmosphere.

Alms Offering (Food Offering to Monks)

• Participants are welcome to bring dried or packaged food to offer during the traditional alms round with the monks.
• Examples include dried fruit, nuts, packaged rice, noodles, or other non-perishable foods.

Arrival Time

• If you would like to participate in the alms round, please arrive by 10:50 AM so we can begin the ceremony together on time.

Who Can Attend

• This event is open to all members, friends, and newcomers who wish to share in this special and meaningful day.

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