The activity started with prayers for the tsunami-afflicted people and their beloved families in Japan. Director of Ziyun Monastery, Venerable Guo Yao firstly offered her warmest blessing to all students and their families, wishing them peace and happiness.

She then encouraged students to nurture positive living skills and attitude, to have gratitude at heart at all times, and to bravely pursue their dreams through diligence, steadfastness and hard work.


(translated by Jin Yang/edited by DDM Australia Editing Team)