August Completion

On the last weekend of August 2025, Amitabha Village in North America held the final group practice session of the month. The weather was clear, the sun was bright, and under the guidance of the Dharma Master, everyone recited the Buddha’s name together from day to night. The chanting continued without interruption, filling the temple with solemnity, purity, and Dharma joy.

This session not only carried on the usual tranquility and solemnity but also added a special sense of “preparation.” With the upcoming Seven-Day Amitabha Retreat in September, many practitioners volunteered to take on various tasks beyond the group practice: some organized the kitchen to ensure a clean and comfortable dining environment for everyone; some cleaned the guest rooms to welcome upcoming participants; some repaired the main hall to keep the temple functioning smoothly; others sweated under the sun mowing grass and pulling weeds to refresh the surroundings of the village. Through these actions, everyone supported the temple and extended the spirit of practice into the details of daily life.

At the same time, we sincerely invite all friends and Dharma companions to join the upcoming Seven-Day Intensive Amitabha Retreat, which will take place from September 14 to September 20, 2025, led by Venerable Shangde Xiayi. Seven days of single-minded Buddha-name recitation—this is a rare opportunity for immersive practice, helping to deepen Pure Land cultivation, increase blessings, and grow wisdom.