Spiritual Integration - Austin Buddha Light Club Autumn Outdoor Picnic

Written by Zhiding

On November 1, the English Sub-Chapter of the Austin BLIA held an autumn outdoor picnic in Rosemary Denny Park. The two venerable of Xiang Yun Temple gathered together with 50 members , immersed in the fragrance of vegetables and tea, and experienced the quiet and happy time in the nature.

The activity was opened by the recitation of the "Four Verses of Buddha Light" led by Venerable Jue Ji, praying for the growth of Bodhichitta. Urraca, a cadre of the English Sub-Chapter led a volunteer team to arrange and prepare vegetarian dishes to show the spirit of unity. Venerable Yi Song, Jue Ji and Yong Jia sat around and communicated with the public, sharing delicious food, and the atmosphere was harmonious.

During the meeting, the birthday of the November was celebrated, and the songs and laughter were overflowing. Under the leadership of Philip and Mike, the youth group carried out activities such as badminton, pikeball and basketball, which was full of vitality.

Karina said that preparing vegetarian food is a kind of practicing Buddhism; President of BLIA, Chen Jiaqing pointed out that outdoor activities enhance friendship and the joy of collective practice. Alex, the youth representative, shared with Claire that participating in activities is more beneficial to physical and mental health than being addicted to the Internet.

Finally, the venerable blessed everyone and prayed for peace and health. The Buddha returned with gratitude and joy.