Upcoming 2012 Chan-7 Retreat, Tour, and Chinese New Year Celebrations

Dates
For  Chan 7 & New Year Celebrations

• January 20- February 1, 2012

For Chan 7 Retreat only

• January 22- February 1, 2012

Schedule of Activities 

• Chan-7 Retreat
• Reunion Party on New Year's Eve/ New Year Ceremony
• Tour of Chung Tai Chan Monastery/ Tour of Pu-Tai/ Tour of Chung Tai Buddhist Institute
• Visiting Meditation Centers/ Sight Seeing

Qualification
Students of Meditation Classes in Ocean Sky, their family members and friends

Registration
Registration Forms are available at the Reception Area of Ocean Sky Chan Monastery 

Payment
US$100 (includes food, room accommodation and transportation in Taiwan)
Please note: Air Tickets, Visa, Taxes, Terminal Fees are not included in the package. These will be shouldered by the participant. 

Deadline for Submission of Requirements 
January 05, 2012

Bring clothes for cold and wet climate. It gets damp and chilly in the early morning and evening.  Temperatures can drop below average from January to February. Also during this time, Taiwan experiences freezing drizzles that is bone chilling. Brrrr!

Grand Meal Offering

Amitofo! We welcome everyone to attend the Grand Meal Offering, Homage to the Patriarchs, and Vegetarian Lunch on August 29, 2011 (Monday) 10:30 A.M., at Ocean Sky Chan Monastery. 

Completion of Medicine Buddha Gratitude Ceremony

Amitofo! We welcome everyone to attend the chanting of The Sutra of Medicine Buddha, Grand Meal Offering, Dharma talk, and Sangha Offering on August 28, 2011 (Sunday) 9:00 A.M., at Ocean Sky Chan Monastery.

Zen Meditation and Buddhism Classes 2011

Through Zen Meditation, we can reach an understanding of life's difficulties thereby gain true wisdom and peace of mind. The key to enlightenment is by reflecting inward into out own minds and attaining an unbiased perception of reality.

Beginning Zen Meditation and Fundamental Buddhism Concepts

I. Sessions in Mandarin
Wednesdays 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Classes begin on September 7, 2011

II. Sessions in English
A. Saturdays 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Classes begin on September 10, 2011

B. Sundays 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Classes begin on September 11, 2011

III. Bodhi Star Kids (Ages 6-12)
Saturdays 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Classes begin on September 24, 2011

IV. Bodhi Star Youth (Ages 13-17)
Saturdays 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Classes begin on September 24, 2011

V. Learning Mandarin
Sundays 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Classes begin on September 24, 2011

Enrollment ongoing. Please register in person and submit one recent photo.

• All classes meet for 12 consecutive weeks at Ocean Sky Monastery.
• All classes are open to the public, free of charge.
• All participants must be in good psychological and physical health.
• Smoking, alcohol, and pets are not allowed inside the premises.
• All participants must must observe meditation dress code: Loose, comfortable, and modest attire with socks. (No short pants, short skirts or bare feet)

For more information, please call, email or visit us.