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Report from Germany Ching Hai Day Retreat in Berlin - "Oneness and Harmony"

By sister initiate Karin, Munich, Germany (Originally in English)

Fulfilling the inner soul

On October 23 and 24, 1999, the Berlin Center hosted a retreat for all German initiates. As soon as I was really determined to go, no matter what, I felt such a strong blessing power flowing through my whole being, that I felt overjoyed even at work and on the way home.

The retreat was held in a kindergarten. Even before it began, one could feel the very peaceful atmosphere surrounding the house and garden. I was overwhelmingly blessed with a very strong, clear sound current during the first meditation session, one like I had never consciously experienced before.

Watching Master's video

Especially throughout the entire first meditation session, I felt as if Master were physically present and did not at all feel separated from Her. The retreat made me experience exactly what it had promised: oneness and harmony.

By sister initiate Anja Hable, Berlin, Germany
(Originally in English)

Enjoying barbecue and sunshine at the Berlin retreat

To celebrate Ching Hai Day on October 25, designated by the U.S. government in Hawaii in 1993, the German disciples of Berlin were invited to attend a two-day retreat. The lovely location was a young brother's ancient kindergarten, a very nice building in the middle of a playground and garden. It was pleasant to have the children's atmosphere around us; it made one feel easy, like a child. Some of us even thought about our childhood again. Of course, we had sunny, warm weather, although this is very uncommon at the end of October in Germany. A day before the retreat, it was still very cold!

The atmosphere at the retreat was relaxed and joyful, and we enjoyed being together for more than our normal group meditation. For our physical well-being, the kitchen group cared for us with very delicious vegetarian food. Special friends interested in the Quan Yin Method were also invited. It was interesting because the local disciples had the chance to meet brothers and sisters from other parts of Germany. Some told us that they drove about two and a half hours each week just to attend group meditation at their nearby centers. Also, it was nice to see that we had many very young brothers and sisters with us. We hope this retreat will be the beginning of many retreats in Berlin during the next millennium, and we thank all the sisters and brothers who made it possible! Thank You, Master, because through You we could meet each other!

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