Wat Rattanapanya in California Announces Annual Kathin Ceremony
Wat Rattanapanya in Wildomar, California, is hosting its 2026 Kathin ceremony to support land debt repayment and Buddhist outreach.
According to Khaosod Online, Wat Rattanapanya, located in Wildomar, California, has announced its annual 'Kathin Samakkhi' ceremony for 2026. The event aims to raise funds to settle the temple's land debt and further its mission as a center for Buddhist education and cultural preservation in the United States.
Phra Khru Rattanapanya Vithet (Phra Ajarn Cook Kai), the abbot of the temple and Secretary-General of the Council of Thai Bhikkhus in the U.S.A., stated that the temple is seeking 10,000 donations, with each unit set at 20 USD or 500 THB. The initiative is intended to foster community participation in preserving Thai traditions while establishing a space for international visitors to learn about Buddhist heritage.
The ceremony is scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the temple grounds in Wildomar. Phra Khru Rattanapanya Vithet will serve as the monastic president for the event. For residents and travelers in the region, this event offers an opportunity to observe or participate in a significant Thai cultural and religious tradition. While the event details are set, those interested in attending or contributing should verify specific logistical arrangements or potential schedule updates directly through the temple's official channels as the date approaches.
