We are very happy to share that the venerated Tan Ajahn Jayasaro will be visiting the Pacific Hermitage from April 30th through May 2nd. There are a few opportunities for the community to visit him and the Pacific Hermitage Sangha. Ajahn Jayasaro will: Tan Ajahn Jayasaro took Bhikkhu ordination in 1980 with Ajahn Chah as …
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Spring is right around the corner, and as is our tradition, April begins the season of Garden Parties at the Hermitage. This is a wonderful chance to offer generosity by tending the yard and the forest while connecting with members of the Hermitage community. In April, we’ll be doing a range of post-winter cleanup tasks, …
This May, Pacific Hermitage Retreat at Birken Forest Monastery This treasured tradition – the Pacific Hermitage meditation retreat at Birken Forest Monastery – will return in 2024. Applicants can apply for a one week session, which are scheduled for May 4-11th and May 18-25th. The Theme is Keeping the Big Picture in Mind, and as …
Given the high likelihood we’ll have significant ice or freezing rain tomorrow night, Tuesday January 16th, we’ve decided to cancel the two meditation sessions we host at Yoga Samadhi. We’ll resume the following week provided the weather is suitable. Thank you for your understanding, and may you all be safe and warm!
Comings & Goings As is customary, with the end of the Vassa there will be some comings and goings at the Hermitage. Tan Parimutto will return to Temple Forest Monastery on November 8th, and Tan Suddhiko will depart for Abhayagiri in early December. The community has been so grateful for their kind presence! Ajahn Sudanto …
