Sunday Morning 8:30AM Meditation and 9:00AM English Chanting lead by Hanh Su Eileen Dolan
Sunday Morning 10:30 AM Chanting in Vietnamese with Monks, Nuns, and Hanh Su.
Weekday Chanting:Monday - Friday 4:00 PM Chanting in the Meditation Hall with Hanh Su Eileen Dolan is open to all. Chanting is usually in Vietnamese but English translations are available for those who are interest in following along.
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All Are Welcome to Any of the Following: Sunday Services: 8:30 - 9:00 AM Meditation - Sitting meditation, using the Thất Bảo Huyền Môn Mantra's. The meditation is to help calm our minds and to focus our energy on wisdom, compassion, healing and loving kindness. 9:00 - 9:45 AM Chanting of Sutra's and Prayers -this service is an excellent- entry into the practice of chanting for English speakers. The Service is Primarily in English, but has some chanting in Vietnamese. The books provide translations for all Vietnamese 10:30 - 11:30 Chanting of Sutra's and Prayers in Vietnamese - All are welcome regardless of the language you speak. It is not necessary to understand the words as the compassion and wisdom and good merit which are generated benefit all who participate. It is customary to wear modest attire when visiting a temple or Meditation center. Leave the shoes outside the door before entering. Silence must be observed in this consecrated and sacred space. Phones are in off mode. Running or playing around is not permitted. |
Funerals and Prayers for the Deceased
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Monks, Nuns and Hanh Su offer prayers and blessings for those who have passed away. If you would like prayers for the sick, dying, or those who passed away you may call to make arrangements with the Temple.
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Major Celebrations at Xa Loi Temple Meditation Center
The Three Major Holidays Celebrated are: Tet (New Years) - In January, Buddha's Birthday in late May or June, and Vu Lan (Ancestor's Day/Mother's Day. Watch for postings for the dates and times of this Year's Celebrations