Our Dedicated Temple Team
At the heart of our community beats the spirit of selfless service. Our devoted team and volunteers embody the Buddhist path through their commitment to supporting the Dharma and serving all who seek refuge here.
Gen Rinpoche Geshe Yeshi Thabkhe
Spiritual Mentor
Our revered spiritual pillar whose wisdom and compassion illuminate our path.
His Eminence Gala Tulku Rinpoche
Spiritual Director
Our founder and spiritual director, who offers continuous guidance and teachings that nurture our study and practice.
Mr. Tung Vu
Translation & Communication
Vietnamese translator bridging languages and hearts, serving our Vietnamese-speaking sangha.
Venerable Su Co NHAT HANH
Translation & Communication
Visiting Vietnamese translator, sharing wisdom and insight across linguistic boundaries.
Katrina Brooks
Translation & Communication
English translator, skillfully rendering sacred teachings into clear, resonant language for Western practitioners.
Temple Operations
Hanh Van — Rinpoche’s personal assistant and scheduler, coordinating temple activities with care and devotion.
Kitchen Team
Lan Bui, Hoa, and Kim Nguyen — Our dedicated kitchen team, transforming simple ingredients into nourishing offerings. Their service sustains both body and spirit, embodying the deep merit of feeding the sangha.
