Dear friends in the Dhamma,
today, September 21st, the
Most Reverend Phra Prom Mongkol Vi Ajahn Tong would have
turned 101 years old.
It is the greatest gift for us that we were able to meet him and that he gave us such a powerful tool with his Vipassana technique.
We fondly remember his blessed visits to us in Dhammacari
Our association was founded 20 years ago
on September 21, 2004 as a sponsor for the creation of the meditation center.
A lot has happened since then:
In 2005, the house in Sonnenthal was found, bought and rebuilt
Retreats have been taking place here since 2006.
A few years later, we were already thinking about expanding. However, we put this on hold on the instructions of the Most Reverend Ajahn Tong… “It is still too early…”
In 2015, the first Kuti (a small house) was built to provide additional accommodation for helpers
In 2017 , the former horse stable was further expanded with two additional rooms.
In 2018 , the impetus for the larger expansion plans was given.
In 2020, the barn, the larger sewage treatment plant and the parking lot were built
In 2021, the foundation for the large extension to the house including a natural cellar was built
All of these steps were made possible by the generous donations of meditators.
Once again, I would like to say a big thank you on behalf of all those who value Dhammacari.
May your generosity be returned to you in many ways.
2024 - The shell
As we reported in the last emails, work on the extension is now continuing. Since July with the dismantling of the roof and now this week with the demolition of the garage and the conversion in the area of the pellet storage.
The noise of the necessary chiseling work and the demolition of the garage were an outstanding meditation object for several days, which the meditators mastered excellently
The construction of the extension had to be postponed until the second half of October because the clarification of a few planning details took a while.
Dana
In order to be able to carry out the other trades after the shell construction, such as exterior cladding, heating, electrical installations, plumbing, floors, etc., further financial resources are then required.
We will announce the expected costs shortly.
The contracts must then be awarded to the tradesmen soon.
Since we now want to complete the construction without further breaks, we may also accept private loans. The KfW grant of €375,000 must be drawn down by April 2026 at the latest. This is only possible if the building is made functional.
In order to then gradually repay these loans, continuous donations are required:
Can we find 100 people among you who are prepared to give €100 a month for at least 1 year?
If someone wants to stop after 1 year, he/she should be replaced by new permanent donors.
Of course, it is also welcome to give a higher monthly amount.
Who is willing to support the growth of Dhamma in this way?
Since we have been carrying and communicating the idea for a few weeks, we have already found a few regular donors.
Who of you is joining in?
Furthermore, one or more donations of any amount are welcome and worthwhile. Everyone can make a contribution within their means to make Dhamma accessible to many people.
How can you donate?
When making the transfer, please state
“Extension Building” as the purpose
and, in the case of a regular donation, also
“Standing Order“.
We would also be pleased to hear from you if you are joining in and to know whether you can commit for 1 year or longer.
As always, the transfer will be made to the association’s account:
Dhammacari Vipassana Meditation Center e. V.
Sparkasse Erding-Dorfen
IBAN DE74 7005 1995 0010 1839 03
BIC BYLADEM1ERD
With Metta
Your Dhammacari-Team