Kathina Wish List 2020
At the request of our caring supporters, here is a list of suggested items that would be useful for Tisarana that could be offered during the Kathina season this year. If you plan to offer an item please cross it out using strikethrough (example) so that it can be removed from the list.
As usual, our main priority is to build a New Dhamma Hall. If you would like to contribute towards this effort as part of a Kathina offering please visit the Financial Contributions page.
If you have any questions please contact office@tisarana.ca… Read the rest
Kathina Celebrations 2020
As the Kathina season approaches, we’ve been considering how to organise the event this year. Though it would be great to celebrate together as we have done in the past, COVID 19 safety regulations have resulted in limiting capacity to 25 people in the tent per day.
As previously scheduled, the Kathina robe cloth will be offered by the sponsors and a limited group of supporters on October 4th, 2020.
The Sangha will gladly meet everyone else, limited to 25 people per day, starting October 5th till the end of the month. All others are welcome to choose a day of the month when Luang Por & Sangha members will be delighted to meet with you.
Simply register your visit by clicking here. We will contact you by phone to work out the details.
The Buddha Returns to Tisarana
After over a year away, the standing metal Buddha statue that greeted visitors as they drove into Tisarana is now back, shinier than ever. Last year it was observed that the statue was beginning to form large cracks in certain areas, and the outer layer was showing wear from the sun and weather. A dedicated supporter in Ottawa volunteered to fix it and after a year of hard work, it was ready to be put back up. Sadhu, Anumodana.
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Arrow River in Need of Lay Steward
Message from Ajahn Punnadhammo:
Dear Friends
…Arrow River will be needing a steward for the fall and winter. The man who has been serving in this role will be leaving probably end of August…
If anyone is interested…write me for more information.
We can take in a new person anytime but it will become more critical in September.
Thank you.
Arrow River Contact Email: arfh@xplornet.com… Read the rest
Where Are You Going?
Ajahn Sucitto and Nick Scott have started releasing an audio book version of their two Indian pilgrimage books ‘Rude Awakenings’ and ‘Great Patient One’. To access the first chapter of these exciting narratives visit the link below:
LINK: https://whereareyougoing.podbean.com/… Read the rest
Tisarana Vesak 2020
Dear friends,
On the occasion of Vesak, the Tisarana community wishes you and your family life’s choicest blessings. Legend has it that the full moon night of the month of Vesakha witnessed the birth, enlightenment and final release of the Buddha.
Recollecting the life and teachings of the Buddha inspires and uplifts our hearts, spurring us on along the path. The simplicity, universality and timelessness of his teachings brings acceptance to the way things are.
Sabba pāpassa akaram, kusalassa upasampadā. Saccitta pariyodapanam, etam Buddhānasāsanam.
To avoid the unwholesome, cultivating all things wholesome. Purification of the mind, this is the teaching of all the Buddhas.
Dhammapada 183
We hope that you will enjoy the outdoor shrine we have created since visiting the sala is temporarily not possible. Join us in spirit as we remember the Buddha and recommit to his teachings on this special day.
With best wishes,
The Sangha and residents at Tisarana.
Luang Por Viradhammo’s Birthday Celebration
On this mild spring day, the community here at Tisarana celebrates Luang Por Viradhammo’s 73rd birthday. As an expression of gratitude, the resident monks chant a number of selected Parittas, with a brief introduction and history of each one and its significance in the Thai Sangha. Luang Por offers some words expressing his appreciation for the community being diligent and living in such harmony. We hope you enjoy the chanting and photos.
Photos: https://photos.tisarana.ca/index.php?/category/37
Anumodana as well to our supporters who organized food donations from many families in Ottawa which were delivered here recently (a whole truck load!).