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We are looking for a steward! A lay steward is an important part of many monastic communities, helping to take care of daily duties at the vihara and support our monastic…

Please click here for a message from the Saranaloka Foundation Board about Parayana Vihara’s transition to a separate organization, including details about how you can continue to donate to Parayana…

Thanks to the generous support at our Almsgiving last fall, we were able to create a new home for the collection of books that moved with us from California to…

Welcome to our new website! We’re delighted to be able to share this new online space with you as Parayana Vihara comes into being and puts down roots in the Pacific Northwest….

We have created a little pool of light where you can light a candle and make a dedication to share what is on your heart….

We’re happy to share with you a photo gallery wrap-up of 2024 – Connections and Contemplation….

During February and March, we will be in winter retreat at the vihara. Ayya Ānandabodhī will continue to offer teachings in early February and late March, with time for more…

We are delighted that Bryanna Raiche has joined us in Port Townsend to support our winter retreat as a steward. Bryanna has been living as an Eight-Precept Upasikā since July…