THE SNOW LION NEWSLETTER

ANNOUNCEMENT

2005 Western Buddhist Monastic Conference

Shasta Abbey, Mount Shasta, California

September 26 to 30, 2005
(Monday Evening - Friday Morning)

Theme: "Practice"

Register: by email to Rev. Meian, meian@shastaabbey.org

Past conferences have been full, so register as soon as you have decided, but don't hold onto a space you are not going to use.

Who can come: Westerners who are ordained monks and nuns in the Buddhist tradition leading a celibate lifestyle. People of all races are welcome. We use the word 'Westerner' to specify those who were not brought up in an Asian Buddhist society and who therefore have special challenges trying to live as a monk or nun in this non- Buddhist culture.

Purpose: To create ties of friendship amongst sangha members who are often living on their own or in communities where they are isolated either by ordination or by culture. During these gatherings we learn from each other and have a relaxing time-out in a supportive monastic environment.

Cost: No charge. You might consider helping the Abbey to offset expenses for food and housing, but this is according to your ability.

Transportation: Each participant is responsible for his or her own transportation to conference. Once you register, we will try to help you coordinate rides. Shasta Abbey is in the far north of California, almost to Oregon, just off of I-5. There is some information about how to get there on the website.

Shasta Abbey
3724 Summit Drive
Mount Shasta, CA, 96067-9102 USA
Tel: 530-926-4208
www.shastaabbey.org