Spring Open House
(12-4 pm, April. 28)
Around the world, April 28th is Won Buddhism’s most celebrated day of the year!
One hundred and nine years ago, at the break of dawn on April 28, 1916, our Founding Teacher, Sotaesan, attained Great Enlightenment after having been immersed in 20 years of sincere ascetic practices. That morning, the light of truth fully penetrated Sotaesan’s spirit, and Won Buddhism was born!
Please join us on Sunday, April 28th, to mark Sotaesan’s Great Awakening, the beginning of Won Buddhism, and our Reverends’ spiritual birthdays! We will start the day at 10 AM with a joyful community service, followed by a reception and our wonderful family-friendly Spring Open House (12-4 pm), which will include activities for everyone from young to old!
10 -11:30 Celebration Service (children ages 5 and older are welcome)
11:30-12 noon: Reception with refreshments
12 noon-4 pm: Open House (mini-sessions every 30 minutes, Chapel Hill Dharma Hall)
12-12:30 Qigong (ancient energy-restoring movement)
12:30-1:00 Dharma Hall Experience
1:00-1:30 Sound Healing Relaxation
1:30-2:00 Meditation Class
2:00-2:30 Qigong
2:30-3:00 Dharma Hall Experience
3:00-3:30 Sound Healing
3:30-4:00 Meditation Class
In addition to the programs running each half hour, you can jump in anytime to:
- Tea ceremonies
- Fun kids’ activities
- The meditation path and garden
The Giftshop will be open in the Residence.
We look forward to enjoying this very special day with you and your family and friends! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.
May this month of awakening bring you many blessings!