Entering ANGO is to enter the stream of practice of all Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, the manifestation of Enlightenment itself. ANGO itself means “Peaceful Dwelling.” In practice, there is no good or bad weather. One ancient said, “Every day is a good day.” We can take refuge in Ango and free ourselves from all storms.

To enter ANGO is a commitment to deepen our wisdom and compassion and strengthen our ability to function with responsibility in the Buddha field. What does this mean? To face what we need to face, release hindrances, strengthen what is weak, and take on what is wrongly avoided. This is wayfaring. Remember always, each step or misstep is simply the life of the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, always perfect and present. And our way is to raise the Bodhi mind again and again, dwelling nowhere, practicing Presence precisely where we are. This is dwelling in ANGO, the practice of the Buddhas and Bodhisattvas.

ANGO Commitment

Name

I pledge to myself in the presence of all Great Beings to make the following efforts, knowing that nothing goes as planned, but refusing to give up:

I will attend Ango Entry, Sunday, September 12th, 2010:

Yes No 

I will sit at home daily for:

I will attend the following weekend retreats:

October 1-3 (Bailey Farms) November 13 (HMCL Temple) December 1-5 (Bailey Farms) 

I will attend Shuso Hossen Ceremony December 5th at HMCL Temple:

Yes No 

This is my Ango commitment:

Suggested fees for the Ango:

We want to support your practice, please contact the office if you need a scholarship.

I will pay by:

check paypal 

Date

Roshi Paul Genki Kahn

Rev. Phil Sengetsu Kolman