of the Foundations & Renaissance

of the Bhikkhuni Sangha

September 30th 2012 Full Moon

Aranya Bodhi Forest Hermitage

Welcome to join our Bhikkhuni Sangha & two new samaneri sisters, together with lay friends, 

in the tranquil and peaceful forest environs of Aranya Bodhi.

This will be a celebration of the full moon 2595-6th lunar anniversary 

of the establishment of our Bhikkhuni Sangha.

Morning Program

 10 am: Arrival, Welcome, Set Up & Preparation for Meal Dana

 11 am: Offering of Amisa Dana to the Bhikkhuni Sangha & Communal Meal

Afternoon Program

 1-3 pm: Requesting & Receiving the Precepts -- Dhamma Reflections including Celebratory talks on the Foundations & Renaissance of the Bhikkhuni Sangha -- Special time for Lay Friends Sharing of Remembrances & Thoughts of Appreciation*

 3 pm: Mindful Walk up to Stupa with Circumambulation & Chanting 

4-5 pm: Guided Meditation at the Stupa

led by Ayya Sudinna with new Samaneris & All Friends

 4-6 pm: Full Moon Bhikkhuni Patimokkha Recitation for Bhikkhuni Sangha

* Welcome to share any of your own special stories or remembrances of ancient or contemporary bhikkhunis who have touched your life and inspired and informed your practice.

Venue: Aranya Bodhi Forest Hermitage, Sonoma Coast

Write to awakeningforest@gmail.com to RSVP, offer volunteer service for the day, or to receive directions and gate code