MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

Dharmapala Institute
For Buddhist Meditation and Research
(Incorporated under No. 1817281, Sated March 13, 1992
A Religious Charitable Organization Approved by the
State of California and the Federal Government)
409 S. Temple Drive. Milpitas, CA 95035
Tel : (408) 934-3985
http://www.buddhistvihara.net
E-mail: temple@buddhistvihara.net

Dear Devotees and Friends,

You are cordially invited to join the membership of Sri Lanka Buddhist Vihara and enjoy the religious, intellectual, and social services provided in a peaceful and friendly atmosphere. The following is a list of main events conducted at the Institute.

• "Sila" Program (Retreats for Spiritual Advancement)
• Meditation Program
• "Pirith" Chanting (Blessings for our well-being)
•  Buddha Puja and Bodhi Puja (Rituals to honor the Buddha and to ensure our mental, physical and spiritual well-being)
• Dhamma Sermons (Lectures on Buddhism)
• Language Program
• Cultural activities and Sinhala language teaching for children
• Dhamma School (Sunday School) for children
• Cultural Performances
• Celebration of the Independence day, New Year and the National Heroes day
• Celebration of Vesak, Poson and other full-moon days

Monthly membership fee is $10.00 plus an amount as you wish for temple maintenance.

We sincerely hope you will join the membership of the temple. While membership is not essential for participating and benefiting from temple activities, it would give you voting privileges on all important issues, and help us to keep you informed about all upcoming events.

So, please take a moment to complete the attached form and submit it to the temple. We look forward to your participation and contribution to the success of the temple and the community.

May you be Well, Happy and Peaceful!

Yours in Dharma,

Ven. Kannadeniya Santha.
Chief Incumbent Monk