A Noble Offering of Devotion
We are deeply grateful to the dedicated team from New Jersey who initiated a noble project to build an open-air shrine to protect a sacred Buddha statue at the Dhamma Center in Virginia. The foundation was laid on April 20th 2025, marking the beginning of a truly meritorious endeavor.
We humbly extend our deepest appreciation to the compassionate individuals who brought this project to life through their dedication and heartfelt service:
• Wishwa Weerasinghe led the design and planning with exceptional creativity and devotion.
• Jayan de Silva, Wasantha Dalawella, Damith Karunarathna, and Jagath Kumarasinghe worked tirelessly with skill and unity, offering their labor with selfless determination.
• From Virginia, Upul Obeyesekere and Lalaka Palliyaguru, and from Maryland, Thushara Rodrigo, gave their full support and energy to every aspect of the project.
• With loving-kindness, Hansathi prepared delicious meals to nourish all involved.
• And with sincere care, Shiromā supported the team in countless compassionate ways.
Though not professionally trained, their years of service at local monasteries gave them hands-on experience to complete the first phase with great precision. Their quiet humility was remarkable—they returned to New Jersey the same day, leaving behind a symbol of selfless service.
The shrine is not yet complete, and the team plans to return to finish the project soon, continuing this noble act of generosity. We offer heartfelt blessings to each of them and their families. May this meritorious deed bring peace, health, and spiritual strength—and may it be a lasting source of inspiration and a refuge for many.
