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Conference 09 @ Orlando Day 3

2009-08-07T22:42:00.001-07:00

Day 3

Today is the third day of the conference, after a big good breakfast, we continued the group discussions from yesterday. In our group we continued on yesterday’s topic, Bodhisattva and volunteer. Everyone talked about several examples of “Give hope to others, give joy to others, give confidence to others, and making things convenience for others.” Even the camp leader, Sharon, shared with the group her opinions; she says we can give joy and confidence to others in our daily life, even it’s just a simple “Good job” or “Thank you” will do the magic. Venerable Chueh Lin also shared with the group an example of a volunteer who is unwilling to participate, and asked the participants to brainstorm on ways to approach that unwilling volunteer, and bring him or she to the volunteering path of Bodhisattva.

The meditation led by Venerable Man Guang is a refreshing and relaxing experience of the mind and body. We started with doing simple exercises. Then we crossed our legs, trying so hard to do the lotus position, closed our eyes, and meditated. After the sitting meditation we also did the walking meditation, which was a really great experience for all of us.

The Night of Buddha's Light

This is an activity in which you can totally see how much Orlando Staff put into this event and want to make everyone's experience worthwhile. Although it's a lot of trouble, Orlando Staff set up the stage outside on the court yard with all the equipment outside in the risk of getting wet in the rain.

All the performances were awesome. There were not just YAD's performances, Orlando Yad also invited a Traditional Japanese Drum group to play for us. Our YAD performance was very good; all the hard work and practice finally paid off. But the best part comes after lights out for the Candle ceremony and night chanting. After everyone put their candles down on the ground to form a lighted BLIA YAD, Orlando staffs showed the best fireworks show ever. When all the beautiful and colorful fireworks bloom in the sky like a thousand flowers and stars, a very nice and relaxing song was played. The fireworks showed the hard effort the Orlando staffs put into this conference, and the beautiful music represented the kind hearts of each and every Orlando staff. Everyone really enjoyed it.

Conference 09 @ Orlando

2009-08-05T21:11:00.000-07:00

After the half day tour at downtown Disney in Orlando, our team got to the Guang Ming Temple for the conference registration. While we were waiting, we played several ice breaker games in the dinning hall. After we all paid our money and took our pictures (a normal one and a goofy one^o^), We had some time to set up our YAD posters. This year there are a total of thirteen subdivisions, Dallas, Fremont, Houston, LA (yeah), Miami, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Orlando, San Fransisco, St. Louis, South Bay, and Toronto . Ours and Fremont have the largest group of 18 members each.

After a little bit of meeting different people from different subdivisions and check out everyone's posters, we all went to the Main Shrine, where tables are set up and foods are smelling amazingly good. What's even more amazing was the night shows and performances. Orlando invites many talented people to do a great diversity of shows, such as the Flamingo dance, Pi-pa (an instrument) playing by Jianp Yang(楊劍萍 who performed for US president in the white house before (btw, that was an awesome performance, everyone was asking for an Encore song after she finishes her first cheerful song, so she did a second one, which was a powerful yet sad song that talks about 項羽), singing (performed by an Orlando girl named Sarah Wu), 扯鈴(performed by Casper from Miami, in the dark because his 扯鈴 has colorful LEDs), 川劇變臉, and 呼拉圈表演。

In between the performances there were also funny games designed by Orlando, and a skit about the history of Orlando. It was very educational and extremely FUNNY! After dinner, each subdivision takes turns to sign up for tomorrow's discussion groups. Everyone exchanges ideas about which discussion he/she wants to go excitedly. Then we take the shuttle bus back to the hotel and practiced our skit and cheer. We will rock tomorrow for sure!

Good Night everyone at LA. We miss you all :)

2008年感恩晚會

2008-12-10T17:06:00.001-08:00

國際佛光會洛杉磯青年團於寺舉行「2008年感恩晚會(Thanksgiving Appreciation Night)」，邀請年來支持青年團之佛光會會員幹部、信眾與青年團員之父母參加，以實際行動及美國ABC特有創意表達感謝之意，近百人與會。

晚會首先由團長慧濟法師致詞，法師以佈置得美倫美奐的晚會場地為引，說明人生也需要有計劃，努力經營；並以大師「生耕致富」牛年吉慶佳句，鼓勵在場青年及與會大眾以勤勞獲取希望的未來，及贈與每人生耕致富平安福。並由青年團團長Calvin Lee、此次晚會負責人Jessica Ma及輔導法師分別講說感言，向支持青年團之常住與佛光會、青年團核心幹部與會員表達感謝。

此次晚會特別增添新意，設立猶如嘉年華之攤位，只見所有人三五成群，參與今年主題「環遊世界(Around the World)」所設計之業輪、摺紙鶴、感謝樹、照像館、卡拉OK、點心等攤位，重回赤子之心，玩得不亦樂乎。隨後的短劇，道出青年團在舉辦活動時，所經歷之各種挑戰與學習。青年們並以影音製作青年團報告，及結集剪接所有團員生活照與感言的「感恩節驚喜」；所有成就、成長、感謝盡現眼前，另在場觀者感動不已。最後由青年帶動「攜手向前」與「分享」手語歌，讓大家以歡喜、發心與感動，迎向佛教青年未來。

9/20 Election News

2008-10-03T16:11:00.000-07:00

9/20下午，國際佛光會洛杉磯青年團舉行「會長改選」會議，近30名會員與會，由洛杉磯協會秘書長蔡嘉聲與妙忠法師列席指導，投下神聖一票，由現任會長李凱文（Calvin Lee）連任。選舉後舉行「財務講座」，邀請專業會計師亦是協會都導陳居居士為大眾解說會計與財務管理。隨後由會員Penny Yu, Annelora Chou帶領大眾玩「佛光會搶答」(BLIA Jeopardy) 遊戲，設計佛光會幹部、制度等問題，讓會員更加了解佛光會。

news by Ven. Chueh Huang

2007 Hawaii - Los Angeles Buddhism Retreat at Hsi Lai Temple

2008-04-11T15:02:00.000-07:00

Our friends from Hawaii.

During an introduction (Seems as if we have known each other for a long time, isn't it?!);
Fanny (on stage) from NY is our MC :)

The wonderful beautiful Hawaiian dance.

During the two days camp on March 15 and 16, 2007, we learned a lot about Buddhism, Buddhist instrument, stories of the Buddha, Ven. Master Hsing-Yun's teachings, meditation; we had a basketball competition, did Buddhism skits together, and much much more!!

Reflection
The Buddhism Retreat was a great experience for me. I’ve learned through my years in YAD that having a fun activity is not the most fun part, but to have actually learn something that’s meaningful and useful for the rest of your life. This Buddhism retreat will be the best example. The Buddhism classes, when presented in an interesting way, become such a powerful thought to have in mind. I wish I can remember to use it when coping with life’s difficulties and my frustrations in the future.
-Annelora

Spring Progress Report

2007-04-06T10:22:00.000-07:00

2007-01-06 In the neighborhood party helded for Hsi Lai Temple's neighbors in the local area, YAD LA presented the "Triple Jam Jungle Dance," which is an energetic and easy to learn song/dance. At the end of our performance, many of our neighbors and friends joined us on stage and danced with us! This was the best aknowledgment and applause for us.

First family night in 2007!!! On March 10, 2007 we had a good feast at Annelora's house in Fullerton, and were very furtunate to have two venerables--Ven. Miao Kong and Ven. Chueh Ching to give us speeches about Buddhism.

On March 24, 07, YAD LA hosted a bonfire event at the Huntington Beach. Although it was unexpectedly cold that day, it did not scare the young members of YAD away. It was nice to step on the sand and water. When it got dark, we sat around the bonfire, roasted marshmallows and enjoyed the warmth. We spent a good time talking to each other and got to know each other better. It was not just a bon fire event; therefore, it was a “bond-around-fire” event for YAD LA. and it went smoothly and warmly.

"In a team, each team member has their own values and each should play their roles accordingly. Cherish one’s own values by positively contributing towards the team with one’s own efforts and commitment. " ~Master Venerable Hsing-Yun
星雲大師佛光菜根譚法語在團體中，每一個人都有其價值，要用心扮演好自己的角色，為團體貢獻一己之力，才不會失去自己的價值。

Rivers combine to become one great ocean.

2007-01-30T09:31:00.000-08:00

Rivers Combine To Become One Great Ocean

The year has had another new beginning, so has our YAD Los Angeles. This year, our advising venerable is Venerable Miao Kong, who has recently transferred from Taiwan. Venerable Miao Kong is very kind and supportive to our YAD, and we are very happy to have her as our advising venerable.

As many of you may know, our newly elected president for the next two years is Calvin Lee. Calvin was awarded in winter, 2006 as the outstanding member of our subchapter. He was also one of the project leaders for Buddha's Light Children's Summer Camp last year. He has many great ideas and is very passionate about our subchapter. We all look forward to the next two years under Calvin's lead.

Moreover, who is the most important partner for the president? Yes, it's the vice president. In the next two years, the vice president will be Tommy Lin! Tommy has been involved with YAD LA for a few good years. It is also not Calvin and Tommy's first team up. In the Children's Summer camp in 2005, Tommy, Calvin, and two others form the group, "Buddha Boys." They rocked the floor with their awesome dance performance. Calvin and Tommy will surely make a great team.

However, a team does not consist of just two people. Our subchapter is very happy and honored to have many new staff to join us. Please go to our forum: http://groups.msn.com/BLIAYADLAForum/welcome.msnw for the complete 2007 committee list.

As the title states, "Rivers combine to become one great ocean". This year our YAD LA subchapter is under the guidance of our advising Venerable Miao Kong; the lead of the two great partners, president Calvin and vice president Tommy; as well as the combined power of every new and old members and staff. This great team will surely bring our subchapter to more people in the community and rock the floor once more!

From Cub to Bear

2007-01-30T09:24:00.000-08:00

【人間社記者覺皇、如菴報導】國際佛光會洛杉磯青年團於二○○六年十二月二十八日至三十一日，舉辦「加州佛光青年成長研習營」，活動由洛杉磯青年團策劃，豐富多彩，共安排有五場講座、六場分組討論與成長課程及富有挑戰性的佛學攻站、鐵廚體驗、佛光之夜等活動，讓有來自洛杉磯青年團、南灣青少年團、西來青少年團、佛光青少年交響樂團、聖地牙哥等團員36人，於寒假期間，擁有四日充實的學習經驗。各媒體如中天、18台等於晚間新聞皆報導成長營活動，並讚揚此活動對青年人意義深遠。

此次成長研習營主題為「從小熊到大雄(From Cub to Bear)」，講座中特別邀請於各領域學有精專、獲得成就之社會人士，如：核桃市(Walnut City)市長Mr. Joaquim Lim、聖瑪利諾(San Marino)市長Mr. Matthew Lin、鄧洪律師、華興保險張國興居士等，為大眾分享事業成功與做人處事之要訣；更安排青年團資深成員，為學員現身說法，彼此交流在佛光會與佛光山成長學習經驗。五場講座內容「自我行銷與青年團」、「情緒管理」、「人間佛教」、「領導訓練」、「佛青精神」等，為團員們打開邁向成功的大門

成長課程安排有六場，分別為攝影技巧、新聞撰寫、資料管理、公共講演技巧、活動設計與開會小撇步，皆邀請專業人士講說，學員們依照自己興趣，選擇所好，充實分團活動的所需技能。
除了靜態的課程外，更針對青年們活潑的性格，設計「佛學攻站─大地遊戲」、「鐵廚體驗─烹飪」、「佛光之夜」三項趣味性活動。青年團幹部們精心設計如「聽聲辨物-認識法器」、「息心抄經」、「十八羅漢比一比」、「鬆柔操大家一起來」等闖關遊戲，引導學員認識西來寺及佛教。「鐵廚體驗─烹飪」更讓大家難忘，許多第一次下廚的青年們，攪盡腦汁回想菜餚中的食材，有些人則上網尋找食譜，有些人更乾脆以手機通訊，讓媽媽於電話中指導；所有學員們烹煮之「佳餚」，皆獻給媽媽代表品嚐與評分，令大眾了解到掌廚不易，對所食三餐更加珍惜。「佛光之夜」則由分成三隊的成員們，以青年的熱力與創意，藉由百老匯歌舞、舞台劇、饒舌歌等方式，表現星雲大師佛光菜根譚的精神寓意，現場高潮迭起，笑聲、掌聲不斷。佛光之夜後的祈福獻燈，讓這四天的成長體驗沉澱下來，令青年們反芻所學。

適逢「雲水三千─星雲大師弘法五十年紀念影象特展」文化篇開展，常住特別為青年們安排導覽，介紹佛光山開山宗長星雲大師與佛光山對文化所投注之心血。讓青年更了解大師辦文化事業之決心及佛光山宗旨與弘法活動。

經過四日的佛法洗禮，學員們表示課程豐富多彩、領隊領導有方，是成長新體驗。許多第一次參與、甚至非青年團團員的參加者，從一開始的孤辟不語，到與團員打成一片，融入其中，顯見到對佛光會青年團的認同。其中帶領的領隊Jonathan表示，這次帶領的小隊，是歷年來參與各種活動中，最為融洽，並真正發揮集體創作的一次。大眾亦異口同聲的表示，要將西來寺滿燈法師在結營時，所開示的「發心立願」，帶回各青年團發展。

“How much can a young adult gain from attending a retreat? How can we make the retreat most fun and educational? How can we combine Buddhism with fun activities together and what kind of environment can we provide for a young adult to learn leadership skills?” These are the questions the planning committee of the “2006 California YAD youth retreat” asked themselves the most. With the goals of providing a fun environment of learning Buddhism and leadership skills for the young adults of YAD in mind, YAD LA, Hsi Lai youth team, and South Bay YAD worked hard together to present the “2006 California YAD youth retreat” in December 28, 2006.

The theme of this retreat was “From Cub to Bear.” In order to become a bear, one has to go through many different changes. First there are many useful seminars and workshops such as “Marketing Yourself & YAD,” “Public Speaking,” “Basic Photo Class,” “Leadership seminars,” etc. In Marketing Yourself & YAD, successful role models such as Daniel Deng, attorney of law; Joaquim Lim, mayor of Walnut; Matthew Lin, mayor of San Marino, and Kenny Chang, CEO & president of KCal Insurance Agency were invited to speak to the young adults about preparing and presenting oneself for the big world. In Public Speaking workshop, the participants had a chance to learn about and critique on an oral presentation, and how it can be applied and used in real life. In the “Basic Photo Class,” students were introduced to how to take good pictures for activities. This class helped to train excellent historians of future YAD’s. In the Leadership seminar, leadership skills were interweaved and practiced with fun activities and followed by reflective discussions.

There are also many educational and fun activities that allow the participant to learn about leadership as well as Buddhism, such activities are: “Treasure Hunts in the Temple,” “Vegetarian Iron Chef,” and “Buddha’s Light Night Show.” These activities gave the participating young adult an opportunity to learn and experience Buddhism from completing the goals of each activity. For example, each group was given a Buddhism-related quote from Master Hsing-Yun, and was instructed to perform the meaning of quote through singing, dancing, and acting. The outcome was impressive: each group took the quote, understood it, analyzed it, applied it to real life, added in their personal ideas and experiences, and created excellent performances, such as musical, plays, and rap songs.

Sharing - Inspiration Camp

2006-11-19T00:45:00.000-08:00

It was hard to image what a weekend of "self-inspiration" would be like. What would I learn from just playing games at a park? How would I work as a team with others if I hardly knew them?

When we first arrived at the park, it was cold, and the grass was wet. It seemed like no one really wanted to spend the day out in the muddy field. With this strange man beginning to tell us how much we were going to learn and told us when to give him thumbs up, it was clear that more people we getting more weary over this weekend. However, the mood began to change when we started getting into some ice breakers. Next thing we know, we were in groups, figuring out a way to get the stuffed dog before the other team. It wasn't long before everyone was laughing and really getting involved in all the activities.

Before we knew it, it was the last day and we were enjoying our lunches and chatting away about the activities from the day before. Although we struggled through a couple of challenges that our teacher offered us, in the end we were still able to unite as a group to complete our goal.

This weekend was filled with back to back games and challenges that pushed us to learn how to become a leader and an affective team member. From the "save-the-dog" game to making our own lunch, it is clear that everyone who attended this event have learned how to listen to others, be open-minded and work with others as a team. (Emily)

Halloween at Temple –by emily

2006-11-19T00:13:00.000-08:00

"Spooky fun" is the phrase that best describes the Hsi Lai Haunted House event on Saturday, October 28th. The members of YAD LA hosted a very elaborate and fun-filled Halloween celebration by setting up a Haunted House in the old gift shop and another one in the hallway beneath Bodhisattva Hall. They separated the Haunted House into several sections: The hell of eye pecking, hand and legs, tongue ploughs and burning iron beds. After visiting all these areas the tour guide leads the visitors to the next part of the tour. They are led to the entrance of the hallway and are asked to enter one at a time, where they are greeted by a girl who looks like she came from a Japanese horror film. She rises up and offers you a piece of candy from her long sleeve for the visitor's journey back.

Besides the creepy Haunted House, there was also a game station held in classrooms 1 and 2. South Bay and Hsi Lai YAD members prepared games, face painting and refreshments for the guests. At this part of the evening, people were able to interact with each other. With Michael Jackson's "Thriller" and "The Monster Mash" playing in the background it was easy for people to have fun.

After everyone had their turn into the Haunted House, it was time for the Pumpkin Carving! The pumpkins were brought in and everyone was asked to split up into small groups of 2 or 3. Guests were given tools and one hour to carve up their creations. Once each group was done, their pumpkin was taken outside and lit up. When everyone finished, Venerables were elected as judges to decided who was the most creative. The winner was announced and the event was drawn to a close.

Not many people have spent Halloween in a Buddhist temple, but judging from this event more people should. Hsi Lai's Haunted House Halloween party turned out to be a success and I can't wait to see what is in store for us next year!

Self Inspiration Camp

2006-11-18T22:08:00.000-08:00

A very special event called Self-Inspiration Camp was held on the weekend of September 31st and October 1st, 2006. YAD LA was honored to have trainer Jian lead this camp. Mr Jian invited several senior members of YAD LA to join him and designed a series of adventure-based experiential curriculum for all southern California YAD members, including Hsi Lai, South Bay, and San Diego chapter.

The event began on the grass field at Whittier Narrows Park. In the short introduction of camp rules, Mr. Jian asked every participant to do one simple thing: if the youths agree with Mr. Jian, or each other’s opinions, the youths will show a “thumbs-up” gesture and speak out loud “I agree” to show that they paid attention and heard what was discussed, and agreed with the conclusion. Throughout the two day event, everyone indeed executed this action very well and demonstrated how much each and every youth wanted to better themselves.

Throughout the two days event, the youths have learned from the activities and games to let go of their ego, listen, and respect other people’s opinions, and coorporate with each other to overcome challenges and to achieve the team’s goal. At the end of the second day, each participants shared what they have learned: if everyone only accepts only one’s own opinion, then the team will collapse. However, if everyone will listen to each other’s opinion, try to organize these opinions and cooperate, the power this team will demonstrate will truly be amazing.

When concluding the event, Mr. Jian also encouraged these youths to take what they have learned in these two days and apply these experiences to school, work, family, or any other groups. He believes that the youths will better themselves by doing so, and he will then come back next year to take the youths to more awesome adventures and challenges.

Kids Camp sharing by Emily

2006-09-20T21:18:00.000-07:00

I knew that my first time helping at kids camp would be a really fun experience, but I had no idea I would learn so much. It was really fun being able working with so many people as a team. My most memorable moment in kids camp was when the first kids began to show up. Because some kids were early, we began to place "duck-duck-goose" and as more kids arrived the circle got bigger and bigger. I enjoyed this moment because I saw
how much fun these kids were having with such a simple game. Kids camp gave me the opportunity to make new friends, have fun and at the same time, be able to provide these kids with an experience that they will never forget. GO MaNNY!!! wOot!
-emily

Summary of Summer Time

2006-09-18T18:57:00.000-07:00

Kids Camp 2006

The theme for this year's Buddha's Light Children's Summer Camp is -- ICE AGE!!!

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Top left:This years Kids Camp Banner -- very icy
Top Right: Group "Sid" sitting in a straight line quietly. I couldn't believe they could be that quiet!
Bottom Left: One of kids' favorite activity, car wash. They are really trying their best to wash the cars!
Bottom Right: Buddhist Etiquette Lecture, Ven. Chueh Huang teaches the kids to sit up straight. She is pulling the "invisible string" on top of the girl's head to help her sit up straight.

Summary of Summer time

2006-09-18T15:46:00.000-07:00

IBLYAC 2006

This year, the So-Cal power was united together and showed the spirits of Californians in the IBLYAC - International Buddha Light Young Adult Conference - in Taiwan.

The team consisting of eighteen people, under the lead of Ven. Yi Chao, flew back to Taiwan for the 10th annual youth conference. The theme for this year’s conference was “Self Awareness and the Buddha’s Way.” During the three-day-two-night conference, our youths learned about Buddhism not only in classes, but experienced the Buddha’s Way in eating, walking, sleeping, and from interacting with hundreds of other youths from around the world.

When asked about their experience at the conference, Calvin expressed, “Conference was pretty cool! I thought the way we ate lunch(過堂) was going to be boring but I thought it was pretty fun and I liked it. The Pilgrimage (朝山) was hard but I also liked that a lot too.” Ann Rose also expressed that many of the presentations, posters, and performances presented by other YAD subdivisions were quite impressive. It was a good eye and mind opening experience.

As for the issues discussed and “homework” assigned, our YAD South Bay member Theresa Tsao shared her experience at an NGO (Non-Government Organizations) conference held last year at the United Nations. She especially felt that we can contribute more on one of the goals – Ensure environmental sustainability. Ven. Hui Chuan agreed and immediately decided to give this task - to promote the use of environmental-friendly chopsticks to all the Los Angeles youths. Both YAD South Bay and YAD LA proudly accepted this mission.

Farewell Leo
One of our most senior members in YAD LA is departing from this group and heading to Mississippi to pursue his new career path. On September 16, 2006, we held a surprise party for him after the YAD LA's monthly meeting at the Conference Room. It was a heartfelt and warm gathering. When Leo was carried into the room by four other guys, Penny and Angel were singing a beautiful song. The lights were turned off and the curtains were drawn shut so the candle light spelling, “Good Luck,” can easily be seen.
Although the candle lights are small, the wishes they carry are big. When we circled around Leo and told him from our hearts, how we felt about him, what we knew about him, and our deepest wishes and good thoughts for him, it truly was a touching moment. Although tears are flowing out and sadness of saying goodbye start to gloom the room, the laughter, trust, and friendship are like the candle light, which may seem small, but its warmth reaches far and deep, and is surely the most unforgettable.
To Leo: although we cannot physically be with you in Mississippi but remember
our friendship and wishes will be with you no matter where you go.

0429 SD Inspirational Training Camp

2006-07-23T16:54:00.000-07:00

Smile, Say SD~

TRI-YAD

2006-04-25T12:04:00.000-07:00

對於很多位第一次去安灣禪淨中心的洛杉磯青年分會的會員最常聽到的第一句話通常是好大的倉庫喔. 我們非常感謝南灣的青年朋友邀請我們洛杉磯青年分會及西來青少年分團一起參加他們主辦的聯誼晚會. 南灣的青年表示這次主辦的目的是希望我們三個在大洛杉磯地區的三個青年分團 "tri-yad"有這個機會讓彼此能更互相認識互相交流與成長

活動最開始是三團秀出團隊歡呼 ,三團認真的神情完全表現出佛光青年的熱情. 接下來是一連串的表演活動.有佛光山之歌鋼琴表演、現代版的禪學短劇、以鋼琴、小提琴演奏台灣民謠,舞蹈等等精彩活動.此外中間還穿插許多的遊戲像是六字大明咒的團康、佛學機智搶答、佛光logo拼圖對抗等等 . 讓我們能在娛樂中學習佛法像其中有一個問題是佛光山的logo有什麼含義等等讓我們對佛光山或是佛法有新的認識最後南灣青年呈現出這一年活動回顧的slide show. 我們在slide show 中看到他們的這一年的成長與表現看完後我們想對南灣的青年朋友們說 you did a good job!

在一連串的精彩表演後就是晚餐時間，我們全體非常感謝南灣青年的爸爸媽媽們準備一頓豐盛且可口的晚餐讓我們一飽口福我們其中一個會員還一口氣吃了四塊蛋糕由此可知食物的美味晚餐過後我們每一個分團都需要準備一些團康來帶領大家讓大家在團康過後的自我介紹時間能夠先有一些暖身活動讓大伙更能夠彼此認識可是在自我介紹的時間裡頭畢竟這是第一次的活動大家都還是有點含蓄不過大伙都相信我們大家的感情一定會更好活動最後就在一個驚人的口號中劃下句點想要知道這個驚人的口號嗎? 今年國際青年大會你們就可以看到我們三團一起大展身手

活動結束後我們的會員表示這真的是一個很好的開始其實在以前我們三團有很多的機會合作但並沒有一個真正屬於我們自己的聯誼活動這是一個好的開始我們希望未來能夠有更多的機會固定舉辦這樣的聯誼活動讓我們(TRI-YAD) 的會員們能夠互相學習培養感情讓我們能夠大聲的喊出 " 佛教的希望在青年".

Upcoming Events in March, 06

2006-02-23T01:59:00.000-08:00

2nd Buddhism Class

Time : March 18, 2006 [Sat.] 1:00 PM

Location : Assembly Hall

Topic : TBA

Class will be conducted in English, if you are interested please contact Annelora via email: annelora@gmail.com

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March Gathering and Camping

Time : March 25, 2006 [Sat.] 1:00 PM

Location : Meet at Hsi Lai Temple
on Saturday Morning

Details to be announced later.

Again, if you are interested, please contact Annelora via email: annelora@gmail.com

Chinese New Year

2006-02-19T22:47:00.000-08:00

Happy Chinese New Year! In order to celebrate the Chinese New Year, Fo Guang Shan Hsi Lai Temple is beautifully decorated and has a series of celebration events.The main shrine is covered with hundreds of "Wishing-for-Peace-and-Safty Lanterns."
And on the courtyard there are lively lion and dragon dances. Moreover, performers from all around the world dressed up beautifully and colofully like the butterflies walzing in the spring. Walking on the hallway to the tea room, you might even bump into a cute big doggie or even a cute panda!
Yup! That's what I said, a cute doggie and a panda. One of the activities that our dedicatedg YAD volunteers helped out was to dress up as cute doggie (because this year is the Year of Dog) and panda to bring happiness and joy to everyone at the temple on the first and 15th days of the first lunar month.
Many visitors and children loved the big cute "stuffed animals," but not many know about the unbearable difficulty of wearing the animal suit. It's very hot, icky, stuffy and sweaty inside, the animal head is very heavy, and you don't even see where you are going. People tap on your shoulder, kids grab your leg , and parents hand you their kids to hold while they're looking for their cameras just to take a quick snap of a memory to bring home with them on New Years Day. It's not an easy job, but when you hear the cute laughter of the children, and the smiles of the adults, you'd feel it is all worth it.

11/19/05 Thanksgiving Night

2005-11-25T14:36:00.000-08:00

"Thanksgiving Night" is one of YAD LA's biggest event every year. This event gives us a chance to show our appreciation to those we love and those who love and support us. Every year we invite our parents, families, venerables, dharma brothers and sisters, and friends to come to the temple to celebrate Thanksgiving together. This year the event took place in November 19, 2005, a week before Thanksgiving. Our theme for this year is "In the thankful season, offer thanks to those we love." Many of our friends, families, alumni came. Thank you very much for supporting us and for giving us this chance to offer our thanks. :)

Our musical skit

Our Huang-mei-diao performance by Annie & Calvin

11/12/2005 Farewell Youngson

2005-11-25T14:34:00.000-08:00

Our beloved Vice President of YAD LA, Youngson Chiu, left to HK to persuit a career he has a true passion for -- the movie and film industries. Although we will miss him dearly, we all wish him a success in HK and that his dreams will come true!

10/15/05 CHV

2005-11-25T14:29:00.000-08:00

On Oct. 15, 2005, YAD LA went to a Convalecent Home in San Gabriel to entertain the elders.

Within the short several hours of programs, the volunteers not only sing and act for the elders, but also dance and play games WITH the elders. Everyone had a great time on that day, whether is an elder at the Convalecent Home or a volunteer.

10-02-2005 CHOC Walk

2005-11-02T14:55:00.000-08:00

The 15th Annual CHOC Walk at Disneyland on Oct 2, 2005.

YAD LA had 13 walkers and raised almost $3,000. CHOC stands for Children's Hospital of Orange County, and Disneyland is its biggest sponsors for CHOC's this annual event. One must register and raise a certain amount of money to participate.

Although we had only thirteen members walking that day, we carried the love and support from a lot of other people: other members, venerables, our families, friends, and co-workers. Because of their sponsorship, we were able to participate in this event and took this wonderful picture with Buzzlightyear at Disneyland. We want to once again offer our thanks here: Thank you for supporting us and giving us the power to help more people.

This is the second time YAD LA joined this event and is still such a wonderful experience to have in life because not only we are helping others, we are having lots of fun and laughter at the same time! YAD LA will organize or participate more in the future, and we hope to see you there next time!!

Coastal cleanup 09-17-05

2005-10-04T12:16:00.000-07:00

California Coastal clean-up is an event that's hosted by California Coastal Commission every year. Our Hsi Lai groups participated the Coastal Cleanup in Long Beach, California on September 17th, 2005 this year. Our groups from Hsi Lai Temple included the Hsi Lai elementary students, their parents, the Hsi Lai boy and girl scout, and us, YAD LA. It's a great event, and we need to do it more often!!! :D

Discussion with Ven Chueh Hsuan on 08/14/05

2005-08-18T23:58:00.000-07:00

Issue #000 - PostConf Meeting & SB Gathering

2005-08-04T20:49:00.000-07:00

On July 30, 2005 our YAD hosted a Post-Conference Meeting at the Harmony Hall. This meeting was called to bring everyone to the same page since only some of our YAD members participated in the Youth Conference that was held from July 20th to 24th in Toronto, Canada. We had 13 attendants to this meeting, and two are members from the South Bay division.

In this meeting, we presented what we did in Toronto to other people who didn't go. Also we discussed what we learned form this conference. All of us are surely feel that we learned a lot from this conference and we need to apply in our group. Furthermore, we had a proposal on how to achieve the missions that Venerable Hui-Chuan gave us (YAD LA) during the meeting. The first and most important mission is to unite the three subdivisions we currently have, which are YAD LA, YAD SB, and the His Lai youth team, and to host 3 to 4 events together every year.

With the power of the three groups combined, we will surely be greater in strength; however, it is a long-term goal that requires a lot more small steps before we can reach it. The first step is to get to know each other better and to support in each other’s activities. With that in mind, we attended a pot-luck that YAD South Bay held in their Buddhism Center after the meeting and had lots of fun activities and games with their members. As we mingled in fun and laughter, we were already one step closer to accomplishing our goals.