Shao Shan Temple usually does not have a Thanksgiving Day program - rather encouraging people to spend time with their families. However, this year, with many people not being able to be with family for Thanksgiving due to Covid-19, we had an online Thanksgiving Day Ceremony.
The program included a formal food offering at the altar and chanting. Everyone was invited to have a piece of food with them to have part as a food offering and part to eat together. We chanted the 5 Remembrances and looked together at their meaning. There was an opportunity for each person to share something they are grateful for followed by a resonate bell allowing the expression of gratitude to permeate all.
May we appreciate
the bounty of loved ones, friendship and community.
May we recognize the
bounty of sustenance, warmth, and fellowship.
May we value the
bounty of justice, virtue and truth.
