The Architecture of Faith: Buddhism
Sun, Sep 07
|Hsi Lai Temple
Come see an exclusive screening of a fascinating film that explores beyond the architectural structure of the Hsi Lai Chinese Buddhist Temple- it delves into the heart of what a Buddhist temple is meant to be and its vision in the West.
Time & Location
Sep 07, 2025, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM PDT
Hsi Lai Temple, 3456 Glenmark Dr, Hacienda Heights, CA 91745, USA
About the Event
Join us for an exclusive screening of a fascinating film that explores beyond the architectural structure of Hsi Lai Buddhist Temple- it delves into the heart of what a Buddhist temple is meant to be and its vision in the West.
After the screening, there will be an engaging panel discussion followed by a Q&A session with the panelists as well as the film's director, Quinn Winchell.
Esteemed guest panelists include: Ven. Abbot Hui Dong; UC Berkeley professor emeritus Dr. Lewis R. Lancaster; and CSU Chico Chair of Comparative Religion and Humanities Department Dr. Daniel Veidlinger. The panel will be moderated by Dr. Vanessa Avery, Executive Director of Sharing Sacred Spaces, and producer of the film.
The event is free but seating is limited. RSVP now to save your spot. Kindly write or call us to cancel should you be unable to attend.
Panelist Biographies:
Ven. Hui Dong is the Abbot…