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Winter News 2021

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Lay Ordinations. On 13thOctober Rev. Master Daishin gave Nancine McDonald and Ryan Melanson the Precepts. Both Nancine and Ryan were lay residents with previous experience of Buddhist practice. Congratulations to them both.   Passing of Zady Dog.The Abbey’s German Shepherd … Continue reading →

Autumn News 2021

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Funerals and Memorials. In the summer of 2021 the community focused on the dying and deaths of two of our long-term members, Rev. Master Meikō Jones and Rev. Renée Doak. (See photos and related writings below.) We provided hospice care … Continue reading →

July 30, 2021 News

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Rev. Master Meiko Jones died peacefully on Tuesday, July 27, shortly after 6 pm. Rev. Meiko had been the prior of the Portland Buddhist Priory for 17-18 years before returning to the Abbey several years ago. During her illness, her … Continue reading →

July 24, 2021 News

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In June of this year, Rev. Renee Doak was diagnosed with AML (acute myeloid leukemia). After a short trial of chemotherapy, she decided to stop treatment and go on home hospice care. She faced her illness and dying process with acceptance … Continue reading →

Summer 2021 News

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The spring season remained relatively quiet, given Covid-19 restrictions were still in place. A highlight was a special meal in honor of Rev. Master Jisho’s 50thordination anniversary on 14thMay. He has touched many hearts, and we are grateful to him … Continue reading →

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