tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037Wed, 30 May 2012 11:57:07 +0000texas buddhist associationbodhi centerHomeBuddhadestiny30th anniversaryBuilt in 1989, Jade Buddha Temple covers two-and-a-half acres in southwest Houston and consists of the Grand Hall, Kwan-Yin Hall, the Youth Activity Center, a library, a dining hall, several living quarters, and a lotus pond with a statue of Kwan-Yin as its centerpiece. In addition to serving the religious and spiritual needs of its members, the Temple functions as a Buddhist study and research center for many different educational institutions.http://edge.jadebuddha.org/noreply@blogger.com (Jade Buddha Temple)Blogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-5766926157744771836Tue, 15 May 2012 00:48:00 +00002012-05-14T19:50:13.713-05:00The class will be lead by Master Jiru, Abbot of Mid-America Buddhist Association on Saturday, June 23, 2012 from 9:00am ~ 4:00pm at Jade Buddha Temple. The retreat will be held in the Kwan Yin Hall. There will be: Dharma talks, instructions and sitting/walking meditation practices. For information please contact the temple during office hour at 281-498-1616.http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2012/05/one-day-retreat-four-foundation-of.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-7273680202432296784Tue, 03 Apr 2012 10:53:00 +00002012-05-29T18:28:05.279-05:00 DATE TOPIC SPEAKER Jan. 1 The Development of Buddhism in India Ven. Shiou Huey Jan. 8 Diamond Sutra Ven. Hung-I Jan. 15 East West: How I came to Buddhism through Western Stoicism and how the study of both helped me understand each. Daniel Strain Jan. 22 The Buddha and His Teachings Ven. Katapunno Jan. 29 Lunar New Year http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2012/01/2012-edg-sunday-class-schedule.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-6099167006215553179Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:13:00 +00002012-01-16T08:19:05.956-06:00The Bodhi Financial Aid Scholarship was established to help high school seniors and returning college students attend college. The Texas Buddhist Association (TBA) recognizes the need for these youths in continuing higher education. This year, the Bodhi Scholarship will be awarded to high school seniors and returning college students in the amounts of $1000 to $3000. Aside from the Bodhi http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2012/01/bodhi-financial-aid-scholarship-2012.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-3502830364120432927Sun, 31 Jul 2011 02:55:00 +00002011-07-31T06:59:40.956-05:00 <!-- @page { margin: 0.79in } P { margin-bottom: 0.08in } --> Date Topic Speaker June 5 Life Experiences Ven. Hui Yong June 12 How to Overcome Three Poisons Brandy Deutsch June 19 Object of Meditation and the Observing Mind Oliver Chang June 26 The Buddha and His Teachings Ven. Katapunno Jul 3 http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2011/07/edg-2011-schedule.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-7079236717885490401Tue, 19 Jul 2011 17:42:00 +00002011-07-19T13:30:14.013-05:00 <!-- @page { margin: 0.79in } P { margin-bottom: 0.08in } --> Jade Buddha Temple Children Buddhism English ProgramFall/Winter ScheduleClass time: 11:30-12:30 PM Sunday (no class every last Sunday of the month) <!-- @page { margin: 0.79in } P { margin-bottom: 0.08in } A:link { so-language: zxx } --> Date Section Topic/Activity 8/21/2011 First class of Fall/http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2011/07/children-buddhism-class-fall-2011.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-2903417466960120060Wed, 30 Mar 2011 22:51:00 +00002011-03-30T18:09:13.253-05:00Buddha's Birthday Celebration at Jade Buddha Temple Grand Hall on 05/08/2011 (Sunday Morning) 10:00AM, to commemorate the birth of Sakyamuni Buddha and his contributions.On the same day afternoon 1:30PM, also will hold an annual ceremony of “Taking Refuge in the Three Treasures & Five Precepts” at Kwan Yin Hall. If you plan to take Refuge or Five Precepts, please register at office of Jade Buddhahttp://edge.jadebuddha.org/2011/03/buddhas-birthday-taking-refuge.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-5845190473629458050Fri, 11 Mar 2011 17:27:00 +00002011-03-11T12:05:07.512-06:00Interfaith Ministries of Greater Houston (IM) Women Group’s Visit at Jade Buddhist TempleIM is the oldest interfaith-based social service organization in Houston. It works with various communities of faith including Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, etc. The mission for the ministries is to bring people of diverse faith together for dialogue, collaboration and service, as a http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2011/03/im-women-group-of-ministries-at-jade.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-7472720133213948138Sun, 06 Mar 2011 03:32:00 +00002011-03-05T21:46:08.815-06:00When: Sundays 8:00am beginning March 6, 2011 Where: Jade Buddha Temple, Kwan Yin HallWho: Brandy Deutsch, RYT What: Gentle but challenging, slow flow yoga postures and pranayama with Buddha-mind practice. Needs: Modest comfortable clothing, yoga mat, sealed water container, blocks or straps (as needed).Dana: Suggested donation, $10 per class or $35 per month.http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2011/03/yoga-at-jade-buddha-temple.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-714143227888834638Mon, 21 Feb 2011 14:37:00 +00002011-02-21T08:38:52.203-06:00The group picture of EDG was taken on Sunday Feb. 13th, the last class of Heart Sutra taught by Ven. Hung I. Ven. Jian Dan also visited EDG and presented the Certificate of completion for the Basic Buddhism class he taught in January.http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2011/02/group-picture-of-edg-was-taken-on.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-6748482975646095681Tue, 25 Jan 2011 02:26:00 +00002011-02-01T10:00:00.856-06:00Theme: Self Reflection 反觀自省Date: Jul 1 () ~ Jul 4 ()Place: American Bodhi CenterAge: 11 to 18 yars oldFee: SAFE! with Early Bird Registration $200.00 ($160.00 for each additional child from the same family). After 6/1 Camp fee will be $220.00 and $180.00.Click here to get application forms.http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2011/01/2011-buddhist-youth-camp.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-951632274625646992Sun, 16 Jan 2011 21:04:00 +00002011-01-16T15:06:26.977-06:00The Bodhi Financial Aid Scholarship was established to help high school seniors and returning college students attend college. The Texas Buddhist Association recognizes the need for these youths in continuing higher education. This year, the Bodhi Scholarship will be awarded to high school seniors and returning college students in the amounts of $1000 to $3000. Aside from the Bodhi Financial http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2011/01/tba-bodhi-financial-aid-scholarship.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-8978194602847282372Tue, 04 Jan 2011 16:11:00 +00002011-01-04T10:42:24.392-06:0010:15 AM– 11:15 AMJan. 2: Understanding Buddhism :Ven. Jian DanJan. 9:The Heart Sutra:Ven. Hung-IJan. 16:Practical Buddhism and Experience Sharing:JostenJan. 23:The Buddha and His Teachings:Ven. KatapunnoJan. 30:Developing Compassion In Mahayana Buddhism:Ven. Shiou Tao::Feb. 6:Lunar New Year celebration:Grand HallFeb. 13:The Heart Sutra:Ven. Hung-IFeb. 20:Practical Buddhism and Experience http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2011/01/2011.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-5577966737435037977Wed, 30 Jun 2010 15:00:00 +00002010-06-30T10:09:38.466-05:00Jul 4: A Conversation Concerning Buddhism by Ven. Hui-YongJul 11: Upasaka Precepts – The Perfection of Meditation by Ven Hung I Jul 18: Practical Buddhism and Experience Sharing by Ken PaoJun 25: The Buddha and His Teachings by Ven. KatapunnoAug 1: TBA by Ven. KassapaAug 8: Upasaka Precepts – The Perfection of Wisdom by Ven. Hung-IAug 15: Happiness Training by Ted VoraAug 22: Ullambana Memorialhttp://edge.jadebuddha.org/2010/06/edg-sunday-dharma-class-2010-schedule-2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-418862502681448113Wed, 20 Jan 2010 03:21:00 +00002010-06-30T10:11:07.449-05:002010 10:15 AM– 11:15 AMJan. 3: Meditation and Practical Buddhism :Ken BaoJan. 10:The Sutra on the Upasaka Precepts :Ven. Hung-IJan. 17:"Energy, Emotion, and Clarity of Mind":Kun WuJan. 24:Good Manners of a Meditator:Ven. Zhi YiJan. 31:American Bodhi Center:Ven. MangkoneFeb. 7: TBA:Ven. MangkoneFeb. 14: Lunar New Year Celebration: Grand HallFeb. 21:Practical Buddhism and Experience Sharing:http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2010/01/edg-sunday-dharma-class-schedule.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-3717052664667444137Sat, 09 Jan 2010 16:13:00 +00002010-01-09T10:22:59.557-06:00All EDG temple activities has been canceled for January 9th, 2010 due to the cold weather. Please stay safe and see you next week.Hard Freeze Warning remains in effect until 9 AM Sunday. With temperatures staying below freezing for the next several hours, please remember the 4 "P's" - People, Pet, Plants & Pipes. HypothermiaHypothermia is not just caused by being exposed to extreme cold weatherhttp://edge.jadebuddha.org/2010/01/2010-january-cold-blast.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-8238953713102956281Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:56:00 +00002009-09-18T13:40:45.604-05:00Every Saturday from June 1th until December 19, 2009. The program time is from 9:00AM to 4:00PM. To register please call 979-921-6969. For more information please visit the American Bodhi Center Website.http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2009/09/one-day-retreat-at-american-bodhi.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-7719031211675712126Thu, 17 Sep 2009 02:56:00 +00002009-09-29T18:11:32.825-05:00Stilling the Restless Mind- a 7 day Insight Meditation retreat lead by Venerable Seelananda. This will be held in a idelsitic location- the American Bodhi Center. The retreat date is from November 26th, 2009 to December 2nd, 2009. The American Bodhi Center is dotted with rolling hills and brooks and is full of geographical variety. It serves as a cultural, educational, and altruistic activity http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2009/09/november-2009-14day-retreat.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-6020674086072584698Mon, 29 Jun 2009 03:27:00 +00002009-06-28T22:31:24.138-05:00TBA- Insight Meditation Group (TBA IMG) 2009 is a group of yogi who are interested in committing six months of group and personal practice. The group will based on the Buddha's Vpassana (Insight) meditation method.Dharma Teacher: Rev. Hung-I (宏意法師)Dedicated to: 6 months of group & individual practicesLocation: Jade Buddha TempleTime: Sunday 7AM... click here to learn more about insight http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2009/06/tba-insight-meditation-group-2009.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Buddhist Meditation in America)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-8570523826485301925Thu, 14 May 2009 17:50:00 +00002009-05-14T13:39:35.532-05:00Dear Dharma friends,Please see the following program for the next four weeks:1.  Sunday May 17th Dharma talk by Richard Rosenthal.  The topic will be the Kalama Sutta,  please see link:  http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kalama_Sutta for more information.         Meditation, Kwan Yin Hall, 9:00 – 10:00 AM         Dharma talk topic: Kwan Yin Hall, 10:15 – 11:15 AM2.  Sunday May 24th Dharma talk by Don http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2009/05/dear-dharma-friends.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lizette)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-2872679388613784354Wed, 08 Apr 2009 03:49:00 +00002009-04-07T22:50:32.392-05:00Join in the fun at Earth Day Houston, presented by GHASP / Mothers for Clean Air on April 11 at Discovery Green from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in downtown Houston.This FREE day-long festival focuses on green-living and features hands-on activities for everyone. There will be an Earth Zone (highlighting air, land, water and renewable energy), an Environmental Education Zone, Kids Energy Zone, and Farmers’ http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2009/04/earth-day-houston.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lizette)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-1336711272498946798Sun, 15 Mar 2009 05:07:00 +00002009-04-21T23:39:41.791-05:0030th anniversarytexas buddhist associationBuddhabodhi centerOn Buddha’s 2553rd Birthday, we will be celebrating both the 30th anniversary of Texas Buddhist Association and the completion of the first phase of construction to the American Bodhi Center with a ceremony to inaugurate the Buddha Statue at ABC. The event will start at 10 AM on May 2nd, 2009, at the Meditation Hall of American Bodhi Center. Vegetarian lunch will be served at noon.We cordially http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2009/03/30th-anniversary-of-texas-buddhis.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lizette)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-597391173656680852Thu, 12 Mar 2009 01:03:00 +00002009-03-11T20:07:24.552-05:0030th Anniversary - Introduction by Hung-I'sThe Texas Buddhist Association is now thirty years old. We are celebrating this major anniversary by reflecting on past achievements and looking forward to the challenges ahead. One of the temple’s achievements during these past two decades is the English Sunday Group, at the same time; it challenges to build on what we have.When Jade Buddha Temple http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2009/03/jade-buddha-temple-30th-anniversary.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lizette)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-1626570887553777019Thu, 12 Mar 2009 00:42:00 +00002009-03-19T22:48:43.084-05:00BuddhadestinyBuddha's perspective of man's destinyThroughout our lives, many interests we are concerned with. Among them, the interest about destiny we are most concerned with. So, what is destiny? Who controls our destiny? What is Buddhist perspective of destiny? Can we change our destiny? And how can we change our destiny. These are the issues we are going to discuss in this class today. 1. What is thehttp://edge.jadebuddha.org/2009/03/buddhas-perspective-of-mans-destiny.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lizette)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-8983746408098772238Fri, 27 Feb 2009 02:57:00 +00002009-02-26T21:25:15.862-06:0010:00 AM– 11: 30 AM2009 Jan. 4 Destiny Ven. Zhi Yi Jan. 11 The Sutra on the Upasaka Precepts “On Perfection of Concentration” Ven. Hung-I Jan. 18 “Family and Society” Ven. Chen Zhi Jan. 25 “Understanding and Practicing of Noneself” Dr. Patrice Xie Feb. 1 Lunar New Year Celebration Grand Hall Feb 8 “Four Noble Truth” Ray http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2009/02/edg-sunday-class-schedule.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (DT Strain)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6459161526179989037.post-5823013525364890045Thu, 26 Feb 2009 11:41:00 +00002009-02-26T05:42:51.212-06:00Dear Dharma friends,Ven. Hui Yong was discharged from VA hospital today. His blood pressure and heart rate has been stabilized and doctor has ordered Medical boots, clutches and wheel chair home with him to help his broken ankle. Thanks to EDG members for your emails, phone calls and visiting at the hospital. And a big thank to Aster for taking care of Venerable all those time.Ven. Jian Dan http://edge.jadebuddha.org/2009/02/ven-hui-yong-ven-jian-dan-news.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (DT Strain)0