The community commemorates Sakula's 24 years of service as founder and Spiritual Director of Portland Friends of the Dhamma. Jessica Swanson is appointed the new Spiritual Director and commissioned as a Lay Minister. Later, community members speak on the importance of giving and service for PFOD's benefit. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome, Paying Respects, Requesting Precepts, Meditation Guidance 13:30 Monastic Reflections Commemorating Sakula, Highest Blessings Chant 56:43 Sakula's Remarks, Remarks from Alistair, Stephanie, Matthew, Joan and Scott, Forgiveness Ceremony 1:33:30 Sakula's Remarks Congratulating Jessica, Remarks and Paying Pespects from Jim, Hayley, Margaret and Matt, Jessica's Remarks 1:53:44 Monastic Reflections Encouraging and Supporting Jessica, Jessica's Official Commissioning (SURPRISE!) 2:31:51 Remarks from the board on programming and project priorities in this year's benefit season.
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