04/29/2026
Invitation to Celebrate Vesak 2026
Dear friends and respected community,
“Rare is birth as a human being
Hard is the life of mortals,
Hard is the hearing of the Buddha’s teachings,
Rare is the appearance of the Buddhas.”
(Dhammpada verse 182)
Vesak has come again, a joyful time to honor the birth, enlightenment, and awakening of the Buddha. With deep gratitude, the monks and followers of Phật Sơn Temple warmly invite you to join us in this meaningful celebration.
Please come at 10:30 AM on Sunday, May 24, 2026, to share in a peaceful and loving atmosphere, reflecting on the Buddha’s teachings and wishing wellbeing for all beings.
May you be filled with peace and joy.
Sincerely,
Bhikkhu Thích Chúc Độ
Abbot
Chùa Phật Sơn – Buddha Mountain Center
Agenda
10:30 am: Welcoming the baby Buddha’s ceremony.
10:45 am: The main ceremony (Chanting, Bathing the baby Buddha, Dhamma talk)
12:30 pm: Offering to the Sangha’s ceremony, Entertainment, luncheon.
2.00pm: Offering to the hungry ghosts’ ceremony.
Announcement: The Taking Refuge Ceremony will be held at 10:30 AM on June 7, 2026. Anyone who wishes to take refuge is kindly asked to register with Thầy Chúc Độ at 757-305-7498.
