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The 7th Exploring Monastic Life Program Begins

The 7th Exploring Monastic Life Program Begins (en Español)

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With growing interest in the Abbey and ordination, this yearly three-week program continues to bring together a group of sincere practitioners wanting to explore their aspirations to ordain. With teachings, group discussions, walks and offering service, the variety of opportunities to practice and train are plenty. As the honesty and sharing grow, the trust, friendship, and faith in the Buddha’s teachings also increase.


The group brings in the food offering made by supporters and friends of the Abbey.

Ken and Aida bring joy into knapweed pulling—a profound Dharma practice!

Jack playfully presents a bouquet
of knapweed to us!

The once thick and diseased forest
is slowly opening to sun and health.

We welcome Ven. Chodron as she arrives to give the Thursday evening teachings on the Paths and Grounds.

Taking refuge from our hearts makes us receptive to the Dharma.

The group shares the Dharma teachings each morning.

Sharing the Buddha’s precious teachings
brings joy to Ven. Chodron.

Ken helps bring the old siding on Ananda Hall back to life with a new coat of stain.

Our daily group discussions give us an opportunity to support and encourage each other.

We share the long-term vision of the Abbey with the participants and encourage them to share their ideas on how best to bring it about.

Michelle and Laurie, our salad makers, with treasures from the Abbey garden.

Friendships grow while offering service together.
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