Calgary Buddhist Temple Blog

Syrian Refugee Presentation

Thursday, December 29, 2016
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Thursday, January 19, 7:30 pm

As many of you know, the ongoing war in Syria is destroying lives and families and shows little hope of ending in the near future.

Refugees from all walks of life have had to escape this conflict, often with little but the clothes on their backs.
Anoush Newman, a Syrian herself, now works for the Canadian Catholic Immigration Services which is an organization tasked with resettling refugees in Calgary.

Please join us for this special presentation and hear about the amazing history of Syria, plus the innumerable challenges resettlement poses for the arriving refugees and what Canada and Calgarians are doing to assist in the whole process. Everyone is welcome!

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2017 Membership

Wednesday, December 28, 2016
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The 2017 Calgary Buddhist Temple membership forms are available online and will soon be available in print at the temple. Memberships can be taken out for $100 for the year with seniors (65 and over) and students (under 18) complimentary. Of this fee,  $80 goes towards supporting our national organization, the Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Temples of Canada. Please take a few moments to complete the form. Thank you for your continued support.

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Don’t Forget – December 31 and January 1, 2017

Tuesday, December 13, 2016
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A reminder that Saturday, December 31 is New Year’s Eve – Joya-e. The last day of the year is an opportunity to reflect upon the past year in preparation for the coming new year. It is a time to think about the interdependency of all life and to ponder all the causes and conditions that have enabled us to live.

Everyone is welcome to join us at the Temple at 6:00pm in slurping up soba (noodles) for a snack because as everyone knows, long noodles mean long life! We will then meander upstairs to the Hondo and, following a short service, the Sangha will participate in ringing the large temple bell (Kansho) 108 times.

The bell is struck 108 times in Buddhist temples to finish the old year and welcome the new one. Each ring represents one of 108 earthly temptations (bonno) that permeate our everyday lives.

Sunday, January 1 is New Year’s Day – Shusho-e. Shin Buddhism views New Year’s Day as a time to reflect and, with renewed dedication, to endeavor to live a life of gratitude and joy. Don’t forget that the service will be held at 2:30pm on this special occasion.

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Christmas Ikebana Class

Saturday, December 03, 2016
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Come and make a centerpiece for your table.

Space is limited to 7 people so sign up a.s.a.p. !

When: Saturday, December 17
Where: Temple lower level
Time: 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

Cost: $60 includes all materials other than the container. Bring a rectangular container that is 10”x6” or 12”x6” by 2-3” tall. A casserole dish might work. If you have more questions please contact Rika.

To sign up, please contact Rika Saruwatari at
rikaandshiro@yahoo.co.jp or 403-252-4703

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Bodhi Day – Dec 11

Friday, December 02, 2016
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A reminder that the 2016 Bodhi Day service will be on Sunday, December 11 at 10 am. On this day, we commemorate the attainment of Enlightenment of Prince Gautama Siddhartha to become Shakyamuni Buddha. Open to the public and a light lunch will follow the service.

If you would like to bring a potluck item for the lunch to share, please sign up. If all the basic potluck items are covered, please feel free to bring an item of your choice.

The draw date for the “WestJet tickets for 2 anywhere WestJet flies” raffle is also on December 11 so ensure you have your ticket(s) for a chance to win! Tickets are $20 each or 3 for $50, and will be available after service until the draw.

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