[BLS-News] THIS FRIDAY DECEMBER 26TH, 2008 @ 7:00 P.M. BROWARD LOTUS SANGHA NEW YEAR CEREMONY IN THE TRADITION OF ZEN MASTER THICH NHAT HANH

[Broward Lotus Sangha]

*In order to welcome 2009 in a meaningful and mindful way, *
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THE BROWARD LOTUS SANGHA
invites you to attend our Annual*
*NEW YEAR'S CEREMONY*

*IN THE TRADITION OF ZEN MASTER THICH NHAT HANH*
*DECEMBER 26TH, 2008*

*7:00 P.M.*

*7504 Pembroke Road, Pembroke Pines, FL 33023*

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*For directions, please visit
http://www.BrowardLotusSangha.org<http://www.browardlotussangha.org/>
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Join us in welcoming 2009 in a meaningful and mindful way with a NEW YEAR'S
CEREMONY in the Tradition of Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh.  In the Buddhist
tradition, the transition to a New Year is a wonderful time to *let go of
our past*—our anger, sadness, and resentment; *renew and ground ourselves in
the present moment*—forgive, love and accept ourselves and each other as we
truly are; and *develop our positive aspirations for the future*—a firm
determination to learn ways to transform our suffering, deepen our practice,
and help build a society in which there is time to enjoy and care for
nature, smile to each other, and bring happiness to and care for one
another.



As in previous years, we will begin at 7:00 P.M. with sitting and walking
meditation, followed by guided meditations and rituals to celebrate the
passing of the year 2008 and the beginning of 2009. These rituals, developed
in Plum Village by Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh, are done with the intention
of facilitating our ability to ground ourselves firmly in the present
moment, so we can recognize our spiritual roots, express gratitude for the
gifts we have received, let go of the past, renew ourselves, and hone and
develop our positive aspirations for the future.



*After the ceremony, at about 9:00 P.M., we invite you and your significant
others to join us for tea, healthy vegetarian treats, and warm friendship. *

   - Feel free to bring *offerings of flowers, fruit, and tea to be placed
   in the altar for the ceremony*, as well as any other *non-alcoholic
   beverages* of your choice, *vegetarian dish*, *dessert*, or *treat* you
   wish to share with the Sangha.
   - Please remember to *bring whatever utensils are needed to cut and serve
   your particular dish*.
   - In order to *be kind to the Earth Mother*, please also *bring your own
   non-disposable teacup and utensils*.



*COME CELEBRATE WITH US!*

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*A Lotus Flower for You, *

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*Broward Lotus Sangha*

www.BrowardLotusSangha.org <http://www.browardlotussangha.org/>
In the Tradition of Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh





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Please forward this invitation to others who you think may wish to
participate. Thank you.



*May our Sanghas Continue To Blossom And Radiate Beauty And Light Into All
That Is!*

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*(c) 2008 Broward Lotus Sangha*
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