Dear friends,

You are invited to attend the weekly Day of Mindfulness (DOM) at AIAB - Lotus Pond Temple, Lantau Island. We will also celebrate the Buddha's birthday on this DOM May 15, 2016.

Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh and the children bath the baby Buddha
during the VESAK 2011 celebration at AIAB - Lotus Pond Temple on May 8, 2011

The DOM is mainly facilitated by the monks and nuns of AIAB with the intention to bring the practices of Buddhism into daily life. It is a day for us to experience the happiness of the present moment simply by having a series of mindfulness practice activities. The mindfulness practice will help us to become more focused and attentive in our daily life. Practicing together is indeed very happy and enjoyable!

The DOM is free-of-charge and welcome all, regardless of your religious background and experiences.

The program of the DOM, modified for the celebration of the Buddha's birthday is as follows:

9:30    Walking meditation (Meet in front of the Lotus Pond Temple)
10:30Dharma Talk
11:30  Incense offering and chanting
12:00 Bathing the baby Buddha - Getting in touch with the Buddha within
13:00 Picnic lunch
14:00 Total relaxation
15:3014 MT recitation
17:00 Farewell

Language: English with Cantonese Translation

How to register

Please register by emailing us aiab@pvfhk.org on or before May 13, 2016, if you would like to join the Day of Mindfulness or have any particular inquiries. Registering helps us to know the number of people coming so we can prepare lunch. You are encouraged to stay for the whole day of practice. For transportation information, please seeTransportation from Tung Chung Town Center to Ngong Ping (Po Lin Monastery)

See you at the Day of Mindfulness!

Breathe and Smile,

The monks and nuns at AIAB

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