[UD News] New Temple Hours, Volunteer Efforts


As we attend to all the challenges in meeting our physical needs and that of our family, neighbors, and even strangers, don’t forget to also attend to your inner needs!

Our temple is now open from 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM, seven days a week for that purpose. Come by – pick up the free supplies that you need and sit a few moments in our temple.

On the hour, we will have a brief sounding of the bell and reading of the Buddha’s words of wisdom.


A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Many Volunteers!

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, many gracious volunteers from Urban Dharma and Southern Dharma Retreat Center have stepped up to help do what they can to take care of our communities in the wake of the storm's devastation. From distributing water, delivering supplies, doing door-to-door check-ins, and more, there is much work to be done, and we are grateful for the immense effort so many are continuing to put in during this chaotic and trying time!

Check out the photos below to see what we've been up to, and for information on how you can help out:

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There will be no Open Sangha tonight, and no Smoke Cleansing this Sunday. We are up at the land for the Hermitage Consecration.

Join in a Special Event this Sunday The temple will have a special event this Sunday. Please join us from 10AM to 11AM on Sunday, April 26th, for our weekly Smoke Cleansing Offering. We will also be celebrating our teacher and founder Dr. Lye's birthday!For those who aren't in the area, we will open this up for Zoom participation as well: Meeting ID: 844 8027 1385 Passcode: 108108