Dandenong Dhammadeepa Meditation Centre

Vesak 2010 - 29th of May 2010

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Programme
7.00am Lighting of 2600 lanterns and commencement of religious activities.

12.30pm – 2.00pm Community Lunch

6.00pm – 7.00pm Bhakthi Gee.

When:
29th of May 2010

Where:
Noble Park English Language School,
No. 21-35 Thomas Street,
Noble Park
Melway Ref: 89 F3

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Katina Pinkama - 1st of November 2009

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Vap Poya Day Dhamma Sermon - 14th of October 2008

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Vap full moon poya day, Dhamma sermon by Ven. Akaravita Sangananda Thero, at the Dhamma Deepa Mediatation Centre Dandenong.

Organised by Sadaham Handa Radio program.

Also a special Bodhi Pooja will be held at 7.30pm to celebrate the 7th Anniversary of the Lakhanda Radio Programme.

Vesak 2008

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Vesak Sil Program held at Doveton Hall - May 2008

Vesak Bakthi Gee held at Doveton Hall - May 2008

Vesak Lantern Display at the Dandenong Meditation Centre, May 2008

Katina Pinkama - 9th of November 2008

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As you may be aware, it is the Vassana Season in the Traditional Buddhist Calendar. The Katina ceremony marks the culmination of the Vas season and the offering of the Katina robe to the monks to mark the end of the Vas retreat. The Katina Pinkama will be held on Sunday 9th of November 2008.

Programme
8.00am Gather at the Language School Noble Park for the preparation of the Katina Perahera presented by the children of the Dhamma School.

8.30am – 9.00am Commencement of the Katina Perahera.

9.00am – 10.30am Morning tea for all.

10.30am – 11.00am Commencement of Buddha Pooja

11.00am – 12.00pm Katina Cheevara Pooja and Sangeeka Dhane

12.30pm – 2.00pm Community Lunch

5.00pm – 7.00pm Hela Jaya Cultural Youth Group Gillanpasa Pooja and Katina Dharma talks.

Participation opportunities for this event include Katina Perahera, the morning and lunch time Dana and the Cheevara pooja ceremony.

When:
9th of November 2008

Where:
Noble Park English Language School,
No. 21-35 Thomas Street,
Noble Park
Melway Ref: 89 F3

Google Map Link

Hopper Night - 11th October 2008

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Hela Jaya Youth Group presents: Hopper Night!

A Hopper night like no other where you will be treated to a restaurant like experience as well as entertainment performed by our youth. It's a concert and dining in one!

What do you get?
All you can eat egg hoppers, hoppers with vegetarian & meat curries in a on-table buffet & all you can drink soft drinks as well.

All food and drinks brought to your table by a young waiter at each table.
No need to line up, our friendly young staff will serve you.

That’s not all. While you eat comfortably, there will be entertainment throughout the night performed by your sons and daughters or friends and colleagues, supported by well known professionals.
Singing and numerous dance numbers showcasing our youth talent.

When:
11th October 2008, 6.30pm onwards

Where:
Carawatha School Hall,
43-81 Browns Rd,
Noble Park North,
VIC 3174

Tickets:
Adults: $20, Children under 8 free.
Available at all Sri Lankan shops, Dhammadeepa temple and at the gate.

Contact
Asanga - Mob:0401751260, 95705250
Mano - Mob:0402447877, 97057356
Thushara - Mob:0430289389
Jayaminda -Mob:0413563773

More information is available at Helajaya Cultural Youth Group's website.

Events

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Regular religious activities at the Dhamadeepa Buddhist Meditation Centre

Daily
7.20pm – 8.30pm Bodhi Puja, Gillanpasa Pooja and Buddha Vandana

Weekly
Saturday 5.30pm – 7.00pm - Meditation Class
Sunday 2.00pm – 4.30pm – Children’s Dhamma School

Monthly
Atasil Program – Every third Saturday of the month

8.30am – 5.00pm Atasil Program
5.00pm – 7.20pm Meditation
7.20pm – 8.30pm Gilanpasa Pooja and Buddha Pooja.

Annually
Every May - Vesak program
Every June - Poson program
Katina pinkama (Vass program)
Sunday school concert

Coming Events

Past Events
2010 Vesak Celebrations
2009 Katina Pinkama
2008 Katina Pinkama
2008 Hela Jaya Hopper Night
2008 Vesak Celebrations

About

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The Dhamadeepa Buddhist Meditation Centre, which was founded in 1994 in Dandenong Victoria Australia, is a Buddhist Vihara that practices the Theravada tradition. Since its inception, the Vihara has become a well respected centre for worship, meditation and religious gatherings for Buddhists and non-Buddhists. The Vihara also offers people the opportunity to read and learn about Buddhism based on the oldest and most orthodox form of Buddhism.

The chief incumbent, Venerable Puja Akaravita Sangananda from Sri Lanka, has been offering a dedicated service to provide advice and guidance based on the Buddha Dharma. The Dhamadeepa Buddhist Meditation Centre provides spiritual and emotional support to people of all faiths and is a place of worship, serenity and tranquillity.

Some of the many Buddhist activities conducted at the temple include: daily Gilanpasa Pooja, weekly meditation classes, Dhamma sessions, Dhamma School for children, monthly Atasil programs and Wesak Celebrations.

The Dhamadeepa Buddhist Meditation Centre is entirely supported by generous subscriptions, donations and voluntary contributions from the well wishers living in Melbourne.

See the Main Committee of the Dhammadeepa Meditation Centre.

Main Committee

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Chairman - Ravi Alwis
Secretary - Upasiri Abeysingha
Treasurer - Nanda Herath
Vice Chairman - Jayantha Kumarage
Assistant Secretary - J. Udawatha
Vice Treasurer - Somachandra Fernando

Public Relations Officer - Shanthi Piyanandana

Committee Members

Ajith Gunathilaka
Anoma Mardawa
Daya Wijewardena
Mahinda Ganarrachi
Nimal Weeratunga
R. Udawatha
Rathna Thelwatha
Samika Dias
Wimal Jayalathge

Dhamma School

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The Dhammadeepa Buddhist Mediation Centre actively pursues the quest to allow future generations to walk the path of the Buddha Dhamma.

The Dhamma School was established with the primary objective of teaching our young children to become good citizens in our society and to help them to find the right way of life, in order to obtain happiness and be free from suffering.

The Dhamma School focuses on introducing children to the teachings of the Lord Buddha and encourages them to implement these teachings in their thoughts, speech and actions throughout their daily lives. The Dhamma School provides a comprehensive curriculum pertaining to the life of the Lord Buddha, the teachings of the Buddha Dhamma and it educates children on the importance of Buddhist values to their lives.

The Dhamma School is a free service offered by the Dhammadeepa Buddhist Mediation Centre. It is entirely supported by generous contributions made by parents of children attending the Dhamma School.

The Dhamma School is held weekly from 2.00pm to 4.30pm on Sundays. Please contact the chief incumbent, Venerable Puja Akaravita Sangananda, to enrol your child into Dhamma School.

Discipline is an essential learning element that will encourage a positive working environment for our children. When attending classes, children are expected to dress appropriately in white. To gain the best possible outcomes for your child, please make all necessary arrangements for them to attend all Dhamma class sessions.

Contact

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Dhamma Deepa Meditation Centre (Dandenong Buddhist Temple)
43 Hemmings Street,
Dandenong,
Victoria 3175
Australia

TEL: (03) 9794 9492
FAX: (03) 9708 0264

E-mail : info@dhammadeepa.org.au