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Katina
Ceremony
on October 29th at 9:00 AM
Dear Devotees,
Please join us with
your family and friends on this auspicious day as Sam and Kanthi
Hettiarachchi and his family will bestow the Katina robe to the
Maha Sangha. A Katina Dana to mark this special event will be
held at 11:00 AM.
Since participation
in the Katina Ceremony is considered one of the meritorious
deeds one can do, we look forward to your presence. On these
occasions, it is the custom for devotees to offer gifts to the
Temple. The gifts that honor the Katina will be kept under the 'Kap-Ruka'.
Gifts can be anything that you think will be of use for the
maintenance and upkeep of the temple. Any monetary donations
will be greatly appreciated. A wish list for the Buddhist Vihara
will be available at the Temple on Saturday.
Dharmapala
Institute
Please contact
Kumudini Dharmawardena for 'Dane/Lunch' arrangements. Her phone
number is 925 454 8438.
Program
09:00
Bringing Kathina Cheewaraya to the temple with the
participation of all members
09:15 Kathina Pooja (offering Kathina Robe)
09:30 Dhamma Desana
(events between 09:00 - 10:45 will be held on back
yard green)
10:45 Buddha Pooja
11:00 Dana for the Mahasangha
12:00 Punyanumodana
12:15 Lunch for the lay people
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409 S. Temple Dr, Milpitas, CA 95035
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Tel: (408) 934-3985
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Poson
Program 2005
Dear Devotees,
Our temple is planning a full day of religious events to
celebrate Poson Poya on June 26th, 2005.
Please keep this day open to participate in these religious
activities.
Poson Program
AM
8:00-8:45
Observing Sil and Buddha Pooja
8:45-9:15 Heel Dana (Breakfast)
9:15-10:45 Dhamma Desana (Sermon)
10:45-11:00 Gilanpasa
11:00-11:20 Dhamma Sakachcha (Discussion)
11:20-11:35 Buddha Pooja
11:35-1:00 Dana (Lunch) - Dana will be provided for Sil
observers.
PM
1:00-1:30 Wandana and Pirith
1:30-2:00 Pirith Sakachcha (Discussion on Pirith Suthra)
2:00-2:15 Sakman (Walking Meditation)
2:15-3:15 Dhamma Sakachcha (Discussion)
3:15-3:30 Gilanpasa
3:30-5:00 Special Talk by Nilushka Nethisinghe
5:00-5:15 Preparing Buddha Pooja
5:15-5:45 Buddha Pooja and Observing Pan-sil
5:45-6:30 Snacks and Tea
With Metta
Ven. Kannadeniye Santa Thera
Your
generous donations will be greatly appreciated.
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Dharmapala Institute
409 S. Temple Dr, Milpitas, CA 95035
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Tel: (408) 934-3985
http://www.buddhistvihara.net |
Vesak
Program 2005
Dear Devotees,
Lord Buddha's birth, enlightenment and the attainment of
Parinibbana happened on Vesak full moon poya day! This day
is the most scared day for all the buddhists around the
world. Our temple is also planning a full day of religious
events to celebrate this special day on May 29th,
2005. Please keep this day open. Celebrate Vesak by
taking part in these religious activities.
Program for Devotees Observing Sil
AM
8:00-8:45
Observing Sil and Buddha Pooja
8:45-9:15 Heel Dana (Breakfast)
9:15-10:45 Dhamma Desana (Sermon)
10:45-11:00 Gilanpasa
11:00-11:20 Dhamma Sakachcha (Discussion)
11:20-11:35 Buddha Pooja
11:35-1:00 Dana (Lunch) - Dana will be provided for Sil
observers.
PM
1:00-1:30 Wandana and Pirith
1:30-2:00 Pirith Sakachcha (Discussion on Pirith Suthra)
2:00-2:15 Sakman (Walking Meditation)
2:15-3:15 Dhamma Sakachcha (Discussion)
3:15-3:30 Gilanpasa
3:30-5:00 Dhamma Sermon and Discussion by Ven.
Sugandha **
5:00-5:15 Preparing Buddha Pooja
5:15-5:45 Buddha Pooja and Observing Pan-sil
Program for General Public
3:30-5:00
Dhamma Sermon and Discussion by Ven. Sugandha **
5:00-5:15 Preparing Buddha Pooja
5:15-5:45 Buddha Pooja
5:45-8:00 Dansala and Decoration for Vesak.
** Ven.
Sugandha (Anil Sakya), Assistant Secretary to His Holiness
Somdet Phra Nyanasamvara, the Supreme Patriarch of Thailand
(Sangharaja), graduaded MPhil from Cambridge University and
Phd from Brunel University, UK. Currently, he is lecturer in
Mahamakut Buddhist University and Visiting Professor at
Mahidol University in Bangkok and Santa Clara University in
US.
With Metta
Ven. Kannadeniye Santa Thera
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SINHALA TAMIL NEW YEAR CELEBRATION
DATE: Sunday April 24th
TIME: 10.00 AM to 2.00 PM
VENUE: Foothill park, Rosewell
Dr, Milpitas, CA (behind Temple)
Map
Program
10:00 AM Raising of the Flags
(Sri Lankan and American)
National Anthems (Sri
Lankan and American)
Meaning of New Year by
Ven. Santa Thero
10:30 AM Oil Ceremony by Mrs
Dharmasena
Offering of beetle leaves
(bulath) to elders
11:00 AM Children's Fancy
Dress Parade
11:30 -
12:30 PM Lunch
12:30 -
1:30 PM Games for Children
1:30 PM Gifts for Children
2:00 PM Tea
Sinhala Music, Baila and Adults can do any
activities.
The End
We will celebrate this year's Sinhala Tamil New
Year at the above location which is situated
behind the Milpitas Temple. Please come along
with your children to have a fun day.
There will be lots of fun activities for
children including games, dress parade, bubbles,
face painting and a variety of Sri Lankan food
for all.
Pot Luck meal will be organized by,
Kumari Pathirana - 408-956-9065
Ganga Welipitiya - 408-778-9650
Tea will be organized by,
Dishna Welihinda - 510-661-9391
Jeewika Ranaweera - 408-371-2453
We would like you to bring a wrapped gift for
your child with his/her name on it.
And don't forget to bring blankets and picnic
chairs for your comfort.
Please feel free to forward this to anyone.
Thanks.
Organizing Committee.
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Buddhism
Discussion Series
(Conducted in
English)
"Why Should We Find Time in Our Busy
Life for Religious Activities?"
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DATE: |
Sunday, March 20th, 2005 |
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4:00 - 6:00 PM |
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Dharmapala
Institute |
The sermon and discussion will be
conducted by Ven. Kannadeniye
Shanta.
Program
4:00 Refreshments
4:30 "Why
Should We Find Time in Our Busy Life for
Religious Activities?"
5:00 Loving-Kindness
Meditation
5:15 Discussion
6:00 Conclusion
Please Note that the
Refrements are Served before the
Discussion since the Dharmapala
Institute General Meeting falls from
2:00 - 4:00 PM on Sunday.
ALL ARE WELCOME!
Please feel free to forward this!
This
event is Sponsored by Sunil and Anuja
Nethisinghe and Their Children.
You can signup to
sponsor the April Discussion. A signup
sheet is posted on the Dharmapala
Institute Bulletin Board or you can also
email kumudini@sbcglobal.net or
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Buddhism
Discussion Series
(Conducted in
English)
"How Do We Become Buddhists?"
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DATE: |
Saturday, February 19th, 2005 |
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TIME: |
4:00 - 6:00 PM |
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VENUE |
Dharmapala
Institute |
"There are different interpretations
that we give about being Buddhists. Is
there any one or more than one
explanation to this question? Please
come and share your opinion. "
The sermon and discussion will be
conducted by Ven. Thapowane
Sutadhara who is visiting
Dharmapala Institute for a short period.
Ven. Sutadhara is Head of the English
Training Unit of Kelaniya University. He
received Tripitakavedi degree from
Buddha Shravaka Dhamma Peetaya,
Anuradhapura and also BA (Hon) from
University of Kelaniya. Later, He
obtained his MA from University of
Hawaii. Ven. Shanta and Ven. Gnanuttara
will also participate in the discussion.
Program
4:00 "How Do We Become
Buddhists?"
4:30 Discussion
6:00 Refreshments
ALL ARE WELCOME!
This
event
will be
sponsored by Priyan & Kumari
Pathirana.
Please feel free to forward this!
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Buddhism
Discussion Series
(Conducted in
English)
"The Noble way of Living"
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DATE: |
February 13th, 2005 |
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TIME: |
4:30 - 6:30 PM |
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VENUE |
Dharmapala
Institute |
"Four Sublime Virtues (Brahma Vihara) in
Buddhism can be used productively to get
the maximum benefit out of life. The
Buddha taught us to achieve success in
our life by practicing Metta
(Loving-kindness), Karuna (Compassion),
Mudita (Being joyous of other's
happiness), and Upekkha
(Equanimity)......"
The sermon and discussion will be
conducted by Ven. Thapowane
Sutadhara who is visiting
Dharmapala Institute for a short period.
Ven. Sutadhara is Head of the English
Training Unit of Kelaniya University. He
received Tripitakavedi degree from BSDP,
Anuradhapura and also BA (Hon) from
University of Kelaniya. Later, He
obtained his MA from University of
Hawaii. Ven. Santa and Ven. Gnanuttara
will also participate in the discussion.
Program
4:30 "The Noble way of
Living"
5:00 Discussion
6:30 Refreshments
ALL ARE WELCOME!
This
event will be sponsored by Sanjaya
Wijeratne.
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Buddhist Discussion
Series - Will Be Conducted in English "Mindful Living"
When :
January 09, 2005 at (4.30 - 6.30) PM
The Buddha's
teachings emphasize that to achieve happiness, peace, and prosperity, one must
live mindfully.
How can one develop mindfulness?
How do we sustain mindful living?
Are the teachings practical in today's world?
To find out, please join us for a series of lively discussions at:
Dharmapala Institute for Buddhist Meditation and Research
409 S. Temple Drive, Milpitas, CA 95035
Te;. (408) 934-3985
www.buddhistvihara.net
Starting on
Jan. 9, 2005
From 4.30-6.30 p.m.
Moderated by
Ven. K. Shanta
Chief incumbent monk
Discussions will be held every 2nd Sunday of Every Month.
ALL ARE WELCOME!
January 9th event will be sponsored by Nayana,
Daya Kuruppu and family
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Pirith chanting ceremony for
New Year & Blessings to relieve the distress occurring in Sri Lanka.
When :
January 01, 2005 at 6.00 PM
Date: Thu, 30 Dec 2004 22:04:01 -0800
(PST)
From: "Kumudini Dharmawardana" <kumudini@sbcglobal.net>
Subject: Blessings for New Year
To: kumudini@sbcglobal.net
Dear all,
There will be a pirith chanting ceremony held on January 1st, 2005 at 6 p.m. at
the temple to bless everyone for the New Year. Ven. Shantha intends to use this
occasion to bring blessings to relieve the distress occurring in Sri Lanka.
I would like to remind those who are planning to give donations to the Disaster
Relief Fund to do so by January 2nd.
Please bring flowers for the Buddha pooja.
We're planning to have snacks and tea afterward. If you can bring some snacks to
share it will be much appreciated.
- Kumudini
Dharmapala Institute, 409
S. Temple Dr, Milpitas, CA 95035 Tel: (408)934-3985 ,
http://www.buddhistvihara.net
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Pansakula for those who lost
their lives from the recent disaster.
When : December 27th,
2004 at 6.00 PM.
To: dicommittee@yahoogroups.com
From: "Kumudini Dharmawardana" <kumudini@sbcglobal.net>
Date: Mon, 27 Dec 2004 12:57:05 -0800 (PST)
Subject: [dicommittee] Pansakula scheduled at 6:00 pm today
Dear all,
Ven. Shantha has arranged to have a pansakula at 6:00 pm today (Monday) for
those who lost their lives from the recent disaster. ABC news has planned to
telecast the event and this will give us a golden opportunity to get the word
out to the general public to increase awareness about our donation plan for the
Mallikarama Sarana Padanama. We would like to have as many people attending the
ceremony. Please be present.
Mr. Suriyakumar has arranged to send clothes to the needy people by air which
will reach Sri Lanka within 72 hours. If you have suitable clothes to be sent to
Sri Lanka, please bring those to the temple (409 S. temple Drive, Milpitas, CA
95035. Tel: (408) 934-3985).
Thank you very much for all your support
Kumudini
Dharmapala Institute, 409 S. Temple Dr, Milpitas, CA 95035 Tel: (408)934-3985 ,
http://www.buddhistvihara.net
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