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The Board of Directors of the Oregon Cambodian Buddhist Society, Inc. cordially invites all members of our community to celebrate Bon Asalha Puja (Rain Retreat or Buddhist Lent), and Pka Prak Samakki (fundraising for temple).

Beginning a day after the full-moon of Asalha month (July), Theravada Buddhist monks observe Vassana or ‘Rain Retreat’ and remaiin in the temple for a duration of 3 months.

PROGRAM

SATURDAY July 20, 2024

6:30 PM           Pay homage to Triple Gem, observe the five precepts, and Paritta recitation.

SUNDAY July 21, 2024

9:30 AM          Pay homage to the Buddha, observe the Five Precepts

10:00 AM        Almsgiving

11:00 AM        Food offering to the Sangha

12:00 PM        Lunch for laypeople

1:00 PM        Vassa candle procession around Vihear three times. Conclude the ceremony by Manghala Sutta.

For more information please contact us at: Watt Dhammarangsey (503) 638-3700 / (360) 904-7247.