Many people – worldwide – who have the good of other people in their hearts affirm that Christmas is a time of peace, a time of giving and a time of taking care of the homeless and the poor. Buddhists also recognise that Christmas is a time when they may practice their dharma for the benefit of others. Lord Buddha – if he had any desires – desired that his bhikkus – and all sentient life – reach enlightenment. Joy, giving, family, and peace … people of all faiths can celebrate these values of the holiday season. Here, several Buddhists offer their take on yuletide dharma.
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Due receipt of a severe weather alert for Shepparton (winds gusting 100 kph) Carols by Candlelight for 2015 will be deferred to the evening of Monday, 21 December 2014. 
The 40th Celebration of Carols by Candlelight took place at Queens Gardens on the night of 21 December, before a festive crowd. There was much anticipation for the arrival of Santa, and the fireworks display. The fireworks lit up the night sky and was a stunning spectacle. The carols booklet had many stories of Carols by Candlelight from past years, and remembrances from participants. The fireworks display was sponsored by Goulburn Murray Credit Union. Photos from the festival of carols can be viewed.
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Christmas trees have been set up in the foyer of Eastbank Centre in Shepparton and in Mooroopna library, as a place where people can come to remember a loved one who has died and include them in the spirit of Christmas, by writing a message on a card and hanging it on the tree.
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