Children carefully painting their creative pumpkin designs. [Reported by Hui-Chang Yu, Washington, D.C., USA]  The Buddha’s Light International Association (BLIA) Washington, D.C. Chapter held its Three Acts of Goodness Children’s Thanksgiving Gathering on November 23, 2025. Through fun and educational activities, the event guided children to learn gratitude, appreciation, and sharing—spreading kindness and joy throughout the community. BLIA youth members leading cooperative

At the beginning of the retreat, participants checked in at the Jade Buddha Shrine as Venerable Miao Jou reminded them of the proper mindset for practice. (Photo by Zhang Yin) [Reported by Yu Chuan, North Carolina, USA]  Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple of North Carolina successfully concluded its fourth and final Chinese-language One-Day Retreat of 2025 on November 22. The temple’s monthly rotation of Chinese and English practice sessions continues to attract many first-time vi

Students fully engaged in crafting their lotus flowers. [Reported by Yu Chuan, North Carolina, USA]  On November 19, 2025, thirty-three sixth-grade students from the Chinese language class at Norwayne Middle School in Wayne County, North Carolina, visited Fo Guang Shan North Carolina under the guidance of their Chinese teacher, Camila Uriona, along with another accompanying teacher. The group embarked on an enriching journey that blended cultural learning with spiritual explo

[Reported by Yu Chuan, North Carolina, USA] — On November 1, 2025, Professor Carolyn Lee from Duke University’s Department of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies led 10 students from her “Chinese Philosophy” course on a cultural field trip to Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple, North Carolina. The visit offered participants an immersive experience of Buddhist culture and philosophy, highlighting the harmony between Buddhist teachings and traditional Chinese thought. Venerable Miao Jo

[Reported by Yu Chuan, North Carolina, USA] Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple of North Carolina held its monthly English One-Day Retreat on October 25, 2025, with twelve participants attending the one-day program. The participants, from diverse backgrounds, gathered at the temple with the shared aspiration to deepen their understanding of Chan practice and cultivate inner peace. At the opening session, Venerable Miao Jou, the temple’s superintendent, encouraged everyone to approa

[Reported by Yu Chuan, North Carolina, USA] Responding to local interest in vegetarian cooking, Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple, North Carolina officially launched its English Vegetarian Cooking Club on October 12, 2025, after several months of preparation. Conducted in English, the club provides a friendly space for participants to share and learn diverse vegetarian recipes, attracting enthusiastic participation from local residents. Venerable Miao Jou gives an opening talk, e

[Reported by Yu Chuan, North Carolina, USA] The Raleigh Police Department joined hands with the nonprofit organization Serve & Connect  on October 9, 2025, to host the “Greg’s Groceries” food-packing event at Walmart on New Hope Church Road in Raleigh, North Carolina. The initiative aims to support families facing food insecurity, bringing warmth and hope to the community. Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple North Carolina, a member of the I-CARE Alliance, joins the event under the

[Reported by Hai Kuo, North Carolina, USA] The 10th North Carolina Asian Festival was held on September 20, 2025, at Koka Booth...

[Reported by Yu Chuan, North Carolina, USA]   On October 1, 2025, Chinese language instructor Ting-Ting Li from the U.S. Army Base Fort Bragg in North Carolina led four of her students to visit Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple, North Carolina for a day of cultural and spiritual learning, offering them a firsthand experience of Buddhist values and Chinese culture. Soldiers from Fort Bragg visit Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple, North Carolina under the guidance of Chinese instructor

[Reported by Hai Kuo, North Carolina, USA] On September 13, 2025, the Buddha’s Light International Association (BLIA) North Carolina...

[Reported by Hai Kuo, North Carolina, USA] On September 6, 2025, Fo Guang Shan North Carolina held its monthly mindfulness retreat,...

[Reported by Yu Chuan, North Carolina, USA] On August 23, 2025, the Buddha’s Light International Association (BLIA) North Carolina...

[Reported by Yixin Shiue , North Carolina, USA] In support of Wake County’s Tools4Schools  initiative, the Buddha’s Light International...

[Reported by Peihua Chiang, Washington, D.C. USA] In the spirit of Humanistic Buddhism and Venerable Master Hsing Yun’s vision of...

[Reported by Yu Chuan, North Carolina, USA] To promote healthy eating and share the tradition of Buddhist vegetarian cooking, Fo Guang...

[Reported by Hai Kuo, North Carolina, USA] On August 16, 2025, Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple, North Carolina held its first-ever...

[Reported by Yu Chuan, North Carolina, USA] On August 1, 2025, twenty-six seniors and staff from the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill,...

[Reported by Yu Chuan, Johor Bahru, Malaysia] On July 18, 2025, Buddha’s Light International Association Washington, D.C. Young Adult...

[Reported by Yu Chuan and Yin Zhi, North Carolina, USA] From July 7–9, 2025, Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple, North Carolina hosted the...

[Reported by Yu Chuan and Suzhu Zheng, North Carolina, USA] The Buddha's Light International Association (BLIA) North Carolina Chapter...

[Reported by Yu Chuan, North Carolina, USA ]  On May 24, 2025, Fo Guang Shan Buddhist Temple in North Carolina welcomed 12 participants...

[Reported by Hai Kuo, North Carolina, USA ]  On May 21, 2025, Exploris Middle School from Raleigh, North Carolina, visited Fo Guang Shan...

[Reported by Hai Kuo, North Carolina, USA]  On April 25, the North Carolina Second Subchapter of Buddha’s Light International Association...

[Reported by Xinyu, North Carolina, USA] Venerable Miao Jou, superintendent of Fo Guang Shan North Carolina, introduces Venerable Master...