Ed Epstein Memorial Service

Yesterday, November 23rd, 2014, was the memorial service for our dear friend and Sangha member, Ed Yushin Epstein.

Over 60 people gathered at Shao Shan Temple for a warm, heartfelt celebration of Ed's life. Thanks to all who participated in this opportunity to express our appreciation and our farewells to Ed . 

Rev. Taishun Yoshii Visits Shao Shao, Sept.23, 2014

Shao Shan Temple was honored to host the international delegate from Soto Zen Order,  Rev. Taishun Yoshii on Tuesday evening, September 23^rd at 7:30pm.  

The temple was standing-room only for Rev. Taishun Yoshi's thoughtful dharma talk on the topic of Generosity.  Rev. Taishun Yoshi was accompanied by Rev. Daigaku Rumme,  Bishop of Soto Zen North America, and his assistant.

Gratitude to Rev. Yoshi and Rev. Rumme for the great honor of their visit to Shao Shan and to all who came out to offer a warm reception from the Shao Shan community.  

International Peace Day

Photo taken at Shao Shan Temple 

on September 21st, 2014 - International Peace Day.

Shao Shan's 14th Anniversary Celebration 9-14-14

Drumming, laughter and intention rang in the crisp air on Sunday as Shao Shan Temple celebrated it's 14th anniversary with old and new friends. 

Thanks to the many people who contributed in so many ways and to all who made it a most memorable and happy celebration of practice and community.

Shao Shan's First All Day Family Program

September 6th was Shao Shan Temple's first All-Day Family Program.  Thanks to all who participated in creating this joyous dynamic event.  

Kenzan Home @ Shao Shan Giving Dharma talk @ 8/17/14 Zazenki about his recent trip to Japan

Descending the Mountain departure at the closure of formal practice at Hokyoji Training Monastery. August 11, 2014”

The Shao Shan Garden is bursting, thanks to Taihaku's loving care

Micro-burst Clean-up Day

Much work was done on Micro-burst Clean-up day.  Grateful to all who attended.

Storm Damage –

On July 23rd,  a microburst uprooted trees in front of Shao Shan Temple.  A Sangha work crew will be gathering to clean up the trees on Sunday, August 3rd.  Please call in advance if you'd like to come and help.

Marblehead Zen Center Weekend Retreat Held at Shao Shan July 25-27, 2014.

Family All-Day Program

Shao Shan Temple

Family All-Day Program

August 2, 2014, Saturday

Shao Shan Temple in introducing its first All-Day Family Program.  The theme of the program will be “Bodhisattva Activity”. 

There will be a variety of activities for the children and parents throughout the day.  There will be time for parents to join a discussion group led by Stella and as well as time for quiet meditation.  There will be parent/children together activities, meditation and story time.   Noah will lead the children activities.  

Snacks and lunch are provided by the temple.

The program begins at 9:45am and end at 4:00pm

Please let us know if you will be attending.

In the Great Bright Dharma,

Taihaku

Zen Priest Ryoki Sato, Head Priest of Togenji temple, Japan, visits Vermont

Burlington Free Press 5/25/14 Article about Shao Shan

Here is the link to the 5/25/14 Burlington Free Press article about Shao Shan on Buddha's Birthday Celebration.  To view, please cut and paste into your browser search engine : 

http://www.burlingtonfreepress.com/story/news/local/2014/05/26/calais-temple-celebrates-buddha/9572811/

Kenzan Arrives in Japan May 2014

Kenzan near the Gate of Ryu.un.ji Temple, where our friend, Shinjo is Abbott

Ryn.un.ji Temple

At the Ryn.un.ji Temple Alter

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Buddha's Birthday!

The wind, the sun, the birds, the peepers, the flowers, Shao Shan Temple and all of you joined together on Saturday, May 10th to create a sweet Buddha's Birthday Celebration.

Thank you all who participated.