Ongoing Programs

Retreats

Special Events

Dharma

“What Zen means by being detached is not being without emotion or feeling, but being one in whom feeling is not sticky or blocked, and through whom the experiences of the world pass like the
reflections of birds flying over water.”

Alan Watts

“Buddhism is a religion and dharma that encompasses a variety of traditions, beliefs and spiritual practices largely based on original teachings attributed to the Buddha and resulting interpreted philosophies.”

John Doe

“The existence of Karma is a core belief in Buddhism, as with all major Indian religions, it implies neither fatalism nor that everything that happens to a person is caused by Karma.”

Lindsey Jhonson

Everyone Welcome

We are a Buddhist temple built in 1982, and we are at the service of the community. Come and pray with the monks, attend our special events or just spend a quiet moment in front of our Buddha Statue. You are going to experience an internal moment of peace and joy.

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What We Offer

We gather to make our commitment to become free from suffering, help people with their spiritual growth and provide a safe and friendly space for nurturing holistic well-being.

Learn the Dharma

We offer Buddhism 101 classes regularly, have an active Study Group

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Sunday Morning Services

Every Sunday at 11:00 am EST, we conduct Buddhist Services

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Cultural Programs

Come and learn to speak Japanese, watch a tea ceremony

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Beginners’ Classes

World Peace

This uplifting class includes a short teaching session, guided meditations and inspiring prayers.

Sunday 10.30 - 11.45am

This class is free.

Kids’ Club

Family fun with meditations, games, stories, and activities. Children will be gently guided in relaxing meditations.

Sunday 10.30 - 11.45am

Class fee: $4

Daily

FREE 15 minute meditation in the Temple. Everyone is welcome to join these free 15 minute guided meditations.

Every day at 12.30pm and 2pm

This class is free.

Abbot & Monks

Several monks reside at Great Lotus. Their exact number depends on the current events or activities: Buddhist rites and Thai culture ceremonies. Occasionally, monks are invited to do the blessing outside of their temple - at private residences or businesses.