Santi Monastery

First Bhikkhunī Upasampada for Santi and for NSW

Posted on September 7, 2016 by Santi Monastery

Bhikkhunīs gathered together last Sunday, 4th September 2016 to enact the first Bhikkhunī Upasampada Higher Ordination in NSW For this very special day, seven Theravadā Bhikkhunīs gathered together to enact this “Sangha Kamma” or community action. Senior Theravada Bhikkhunī Viditadhamma [Ven Lieu Phap] from Vietnam graced us with her grounded presence and kindly undertook the role of Preceptor or Read the full article…

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Santi Monastery

Invitation to the first Bhikkhuni Ordination (Upasampada) at Santi Forest Monastery on Sunday, 4th September 2016 at 2:00 pm We are happy to announce the first Higher Ordination for Novice-Nuns (Samaneris) at Santi – fully supported by our Spiritual Director Ven. Ajahn Brahmavamso. Weather permitting, the ceremony will take place inside our Big Cave, alternatively Read the full article…

Come and celebrate Vesak with us at Santi – on Saturday, 21st May 2016

Posted on April 22, 2016 by Santi Monastery

09:00 – 09:30 am – Arrival 09:30 – 10:00 am – Taking of Refuge and 5 or 8 precepts 10:00 – 10:15 am – Circumambulation of Stupa and Bodhi Tree 10:30 – 12:00 am – Rice Pindapada, Anumodana, followed by Read the full article…