Enshrining Statue of the Great Master
Schedule
Sun Mar 29 2026 at 11:00 am to 03:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
Dhammakaya Meditation Center Chicago | Chicago, IL
About this Event
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
Event Guidelines & Participation Instructions
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.
Where is it happening?
Dhammakaya Meditation Center Chicago, 5849 North Nina Avenue, Chicago, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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