Ajahn Ariyasilo:Ajahn arrived on Monday and will be staying with us until the 27th. No special events have been organised around his visit but we are hoping that he will offer teachings on some of the regular, scheduled events. You are encouraged to come to these and take advantage of this opportunity. view photos See calendar for details.
New Year – Songkran:A double whammy weekend with celebrations in both Palmerston North and Bodhinyanarama. There was the usual PNth Friday evening meditation and the New Year celebration dana on the Saturday. This was such a joyous delight with a lovely range of cultures and ages. The monastery had an unexpectedly large gathering with at least 150 people enjoying a clear and sunny day. Pindapat, precepts, sharing of merit, shared meal, blessing of Buddha rupas and monks and monks’ blessing everyone and joy and happiness throughout it all. Goodness is really good stuff. view photos
Driveway / Carpark:The preparation work continues with transition into the courtyard being the most recent edge to be treated. Breaking rocks in the not-so-hot-noon-day sun. Hard physical work all the same with plenty of youthful enthusiasm. view photos
Sangha Visit:After the opening of the new Dhamma Gavesi property we had a visit from the monks and were able to take Bhante Sugatavamsa, their new resident, on a tour of Bodhinyanarama. It is always a pleasure to have sangha visit. Hopefully he will find time to come again. view photos
Dhamma Class:The next Bodhinyanarama Kids class is on 21st April. 12:30. If you don’t come – it won’t happen.