Spiritual Thanksgiving Service

• Date: Sunday, November 29th, 2026
• Time: 10:00 AM(ET)
• Place: IlWon Hall at WDC

Day of Remembrance, Gratitude, and Love

In Won Buddhism, December 1 marks Spiritual Thanksgiving (Myongjeol Daejae)—a sacred day to honor the memory of all who have come before us: sages, ancestors, family members, and dear friends. Though their physical presence is no longer with us, the wisdom, compassion, and love they shared continue to guide and inspire our lives.

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Extending Our Gratitude

Much like traditional Thanksgiving invites us to reflect with appreciation, Spiritual Thanksgiving calls us to extend that gratitude to those who helped shape our journey.
It is a time to remember, honor, and celebrate the enduring legacy of our loved ones.

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To prepare for this meaningful observance, we invite you to:

• Submit the names of loved ones you wish to commemorate.
  These names will be included in a special memorial dedication during the service.
• Offer a memorial donation in their honor, expressing your gratitude through mindful giving.

Let us come together in reflection and reverence, offering thanks for the lives that continue to bless our own.

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RSVP

If you would like to honor a beloved departed during the upcoming Spiritual Thanksgiving Service, we warmly invite you to RSVP. Kindly email us the names of those you wish to have remembered, so they may be included in our shared prayers and reflections.