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Ajahn Pavaro’s Reflections on 2020

Reflections on 2020

Ajahn Pavaro

December at Tisarana. Each day we walk by the deer in their thickened fur – the does with their observant young, foraging on grass and congregating at the salt lick near our main buildings. The Canada geese have now flown South with their happy racket. Only a few hardy species of birdlife remain, like the chickadees with their pinprick eyes, darting between the low bushes to feeders we fill for the simple pleasure of seeing them thrive.

I’ve now been at Tisarana for half a year; it’s my first Canadian winter after living in Thailand for nine years. Each morning’s community meeting contains a brief weather update – seldom a pressing matter in S.E. Asia. Since returning my supply of clothing and footwear has tripled. Snow has come and gone… and come and gone, and come. Almost without noticing, my acquaintance has returned with the crackle of ice underfoot, the moods of a wood stove, and the uncanny compaction of sound in dense cold.

Yet for all the differences, living as a bhikkhu in this tradition ensures a fair continuity of purpose and practice, something that differing weather, and alterations of flora and fauna, do not disrupt.… Read the rest

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.

2020 Kathina Wish 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.

Kathina2020-AnnouncementDownload

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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.

See photos here.… Read the rest

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.

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