Tag Archives: Dhamma Talk
Vesak Observances
Invitation From Maithree Vihara – Sun Valley
Sill & Bhavana Program
Vesak – Sill and Bhavana Program
9:00am Observance of Eight Precepts
9:30am Meditation by Ven. Bhikkhu Dhammananda
10:30am Sutra Discussion by Ven. Aparekke Punyasiri Thero
11:30am Buddha Puja and Lunch Dana
1:00pm Dhamma Sermon by Ven. Napatawala Dhammananda Thero
2:15pm Gilanpasa (Tea Break)
2:30pm Dhamma Sermon by Ven. Professor Wilegoda Ariyadeva Thero
3:45pm Dhamma Discussion
4:30pm Buddha Vandana & Chanting of Pirith
5:00pm End
Vesak Celebration – 20th Anniversary
20TH ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION OF DR. P.M.SARATHCHANDRA, THE FOUNDER OF MAITHREE VIHARA
6:00pm Special Dhamma Talk by Ven. Wilegoda Ariyadeva Thero (Professor of Buddhist Philosophy, University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka)
7:00pm Dansala (Free Food Stall)
7:30pm Lighting of Vesak Lanterns (Organized by SLYO)
8:00pm Finish
Ordination and Retreat for Adults
Georgia Buddhist Vihara will be conducting an adult ordination and retreat. During the retreat, participants will reside on the Vihara’s premises and undertake group and individual meditation practice as well as engage in Dhamma study and discussions. Please inform Georgia Buddhist Vihara if you or a family member will be attending the event to accommodate those who are interested in participating.
Cost: Free, Open to all. Contact: Bhante Panamwela. Wajirabuddhi, Chief Abbot of GBV @ (770) 987 8442