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It is now possible to leave offerings in the entrance lobby to the Dhamma Hall, between 7am and 7pm, any day of the week.
In keeping with government guidelines, we ask that all who visit write their name and phone number on the pieces of paper made available. We…
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COVID-19 Forest Sangha Calendar Distribution: Please note that our 2021 FS calendar will be available in advance of the Kathina season this year. Visit the FS book distribution page where you will find the PDF of the calendar for downloading or, if you live in UK, a button to click…
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Today, Tuesday 18th, is the New Moon day for the month of August, 2020. The next uposatha day will be the Full Moon which falls on Wednesday 2nd September.
The sangha at Harnham have been taking more time to be on retreat recently. Restrictions imposed on us because of…
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Update on restrictions resulting from COVID-19
8th June 2020
Stipulations that the government has had in place for several weeks are now beginning to be relaxed. However, out of concern for the residents of the monastery and its neighbours, the sangha is waiting before…
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During this time of social upheaval, it is our intention to make available live-streaming of our evening pujas on most days of the week. Up to date details can be found at our online calendar.
Click on this link for the nightly puja.
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Update on restrictions resulting from COVID-19
19th March 2020
Somewhat sooner than anticipated the monastery is already entering into the next level of limitation (level 3). We respectfully request you support us in this decision seeing it as an effort to protect…
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Report and update on stages of preparation for COVID-19
Various friends and supporters have been in touch to see if we are OK and to ask if they can assist. For that we are very grateful. Winter Retreat continues even though obviously there has…
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The recent announcement regarding preparations for COVID-19 at Aruna Ratanagiri was mistakenly dated as having been posted 8th March. It should have been dated today 14th March.
Apologies for any confusion.
Ajahn Munindo
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Aruna Ratanagiri Monastery has adopted a strategy of increased hygiene precaution in an attempt to protect the more vulnerable residents and to avoid spreading the disease.
• Please do not come to the monastery if you suspect you have been in contact with coronavirus in the last 14…
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An opportunity for a volunteer to manage our monastery kitchen is currently available, ideally for a commitment of 6 to 12 months. Applicants need to be male, with a UK or EU passport, fluent in English, comfortably familiar with Theravada Buddhist practice, and feel confident with vegetarian cooking.
Someone taking…