Rains Retreat 2017  from 9^th July to 6^th October

During the Rains Retreat the community at WBD will focus on formal meditation practice; cultivating stillness, compassion, and wisdom. The monastery is open for day visits, however, we will not be able to accommodate overnight guests.   Emails will be answered between 5-7 days. If it’s urgent please call the office at 02-4323-3193 or 0409-389-887 between 11 am and 12 noon.    Thank you for your support.

A single verse of truth which calms the mind

    is better to hear than a thousand irrelevant verses.

Dhammapada v. 101

Hunger is the worst disease, conditioned things the worst suffering.  Knowing this as it really is, the wise realize Nibbana, the highest bliss.

Health is the highest gain, contentment the greatest wealth.  A trustworthy person is the best kinsman, Nibbana, the highest bliss.

Dhammapada Verses 203 & 204

Comings & Goings

 Ajahn Chaiyaporn is expected to arrive in July for the Rains Retreat.

Layguests

1. Kelly is planning to stay for the Rains Retreat.
2. Tomas was ordained as an anagarika on 18 June.
3. Hoa fr Mel joined the community in June
4. Two more laymen will come to WBD for the Rains

Community List for Rains 2017

Ajahn Khemavaro
Ajahn Chaiyaporn
Anagarika Tom
Anagarika Bryce
Anagarika Tomas
Kelly
Brendon

Hoa
Paul              

Upcoming Retreats and Events

Robes Offering Ceremony

15^th October 2017

November Weekend Retreat

24^th Nov to 26^th 2017

New Year Retreat

by Ajahn Khemavaro

29^th Dec to 2^nd Jan 2018

For further info regarding events and retreats, please visit our website at wbd.org.au or email the office at wbdoffice@gmail.com

Visits from Senior Monks

LP Piak  has confirmed that he will visit WBD after the Rains.  Dates are being finalized.

Ajahn Dtun in March/April 2018.

Building Projects for 2017/2018

Kyle’s House—Renovation. Work to start after Rains

Yurt—Toilet suite.  Work to start after Rains