Work Days in Fall, 2009

    The Temple exists through the offerings of its congregation and friends.  Buddhist training is based not just on receiving the spiritual nourishment the Sangha offers, but also on our own willingness to learn to cultivate gratitude and make offerings.  One vital offering is of one's time to help with the work at the Temple.  This includes a variety of tasks, from helping to maintain the buildings and grounds, to animal care, cooking, cleaning, looking after the library and meditation hall, assisting with the Newsletter, web site, shopping, transporting monks, or making tea, etc. 

    You are welcome to be at the Temple for whatever part of the day suits you, and please share our meals with us.  Working together as a Sangha is a helpful way to not only give to the Temple, but also to  take refuge in the brightness and willingness of our fellow trainees and to get to know one another in different ways.  If you are able to take on a regular task or contribute a few hours of work, please contact one of the monks.