Ordinations in New Zealand

Dear Friends,

We are delighted to announce the public ordinations of two women at Sudarshanaloka Retreat centre on Wednesday 23rd July 2025.

Justine Farrington from Aukland becomes Śraddhikā, meaning “she who has faith”
Registered spelling: Shraddhika
Private preceptor: Vajrajyoti
Public preceptor: Malini

Beck Sinclair from Aukland becomes Sāradayā, meaning “she whose essence or strength is kindness”
Registered spelling: Saradaya
Private preceptor: Akasamati
Public preceptor: Vajrajyoti

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