Report From Taipei

★The Birth Of A New "Spiritual Power Charging-Station" In East Taipei

Under Master's invisible blessings, a new "spiritual power charging-station" was born in the East end of Taipei.

The Book Circulation Department in East Taipei is situated on a major street. It has store at street level, expecting to bring those with good affinities together. It is located near the intersection of Song-san Road and Yong-ji Road, a densely populated commercial area. It's within a few minutes walking distance from the Song-san Train Station. Many bus lines also converge here, so public transportation is very convenient. Nearby, a large parking garage will be built soon. So fellow practitioners won't have problems finding parking spaces in the future.

There are four levels of usable space. The first floor is a bright and clean book store. The second floor is the administrative office for the local Taipei Meditation Center. There is also a simple and open-concept meeting room. It also provides working space for both the translation and art/design groups.

As you walk into the basement, the first thing you see is a resting area. A few more steps down is a wooden floor, which gives people a warm welcome feeling and is the result of meticulous designing by fellow initiates. This place is also equipped to circulate fresh air. All initiates are welcome to come and meditate here during open hours and enjoy a spiritual feast.

This beautiful place has officially opened and is ready for your enjoyment!

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Report From Chiayi

★Cleaning Lan Tan and Renyi Tan To Protect The Water Sources

To apply Master's teachings, the Chiayi Center has scheduled voluntary community cleaning work to be done each month, and occasional charitable visitations. After several months' cleaning, Lan Tan has gradually regained its original refreshing look. The litter problem from tourists has also greatly minimized.

On a recent trip to Lan Tan, after the entire area had been cleaned, there was still time to proceed to the second stop, Renyi Tan, to continue with the cleaning work. Fellow practitioners, including men and women, old and young, everyone holding litter tongs and a garbage bag, devotedly picked up the litter on the ground, as if they were intoxicated by spiritual trance. Our efforts made the young initiates realize the value of work and service.

Summer in the countryside, amid the soothing breeze while doing simple physical work that flexes the body and raises the arms, helps people forget the pressures of busy city life, and allows people to cultivate themselves, while also benefiting society.

After the cleaning work was over, fellow practitioners cooked their meal. The evening breeze dispersed the smoke and made the sky look hazy. The beautiful mountains reflected in the pond -- making the atmosphere especially serene. Delicious food accompanied by the wonderful scenery; everyone was really delighted.