A Chat with Ajahn Suchart in English

During our Krooba Ajahn Trip to Thailand, we had the privilege of meeting up with Ajahn Suchart again this year.  Ajahn Suchart is a direct disciple of Luang Ta Maha Boowa having spent 9 years with him at Wat Pah Baan Taad.  He does not accept any invitation to teach outside his monastery.  However, he is available for Q & A between 2-4 pm everyday at his monastery.  Usually, there would be a large group of people at the sala by 2 pm, but on this day we were the only ones.  Tan Ajahn was very generous with his time answering many questions and giving us an inspiring Dhamma Talk–all in English. Enjoy!

Chedi at Ajahn Dtun’s monastery, Chonburi Thailand

Comings & Goings

          Monks

1. Ajahn Santutthi returned to Perth 23 Feb.
2. Ajahn Khemavaro will go to USA 15 to 29 April with LP Piak.
3. Ajahn Chaiyaporn will visit WBD for 1-2 months in April/May, depending on visa situation.  He may stay for the Rains Retreat.
4. Ajahn Nick Dhammarato will be at WBD in April and May.
5. Ajahn Khemavaro will be away from 8^th May to 2^nd June—leading a retreat at Jhana Grove, Perth from 12^th to 16^th May and attending the Abbots Meeting in UK from 20^th May to 2^nd June.

Layguests

1. Kelly is planning to stay until May.
2. Anagarika ordinations for Bryce and Tom on 18 March.

Upcoming Retreats and Events

New Year Retreat by Ajahn Khemavaro

29^th Dec to 2^nd Jan 2018

Visits from Senior Monks

Ajahn Dtun will not be able to visit WBD in 2017 as he is focusing on finishing the construction of the Chedi and Uposatha Hall at Boonyawad. He is likely to visit again in March 2018.

Several invitations were extended to Meditation Masters during Thailand visit in Jan/Feb. We will post updates once they are accepted and visas are confirmed.

Building Projects for 2017/2018

Kyle’s House—Renovation. Work to start in March/April..

Lay Toilet Block—Estimated cost $25K.  Construction to begin in late 2017.