Local Buddhists Say 'Thank You' for Support From the Community

June 13, 2009

Author: Matt Russell

Source: The Buddhist Channel/Post-Bulletin

http://www.buddhistchannel.tv/index.php?id=62,8273,0,0,1,0

The Cambodian Buddhist community in Rochester is extending a "thank you" to community members who offered an outpouring of support this week following reports of harassment and vandalism at the local Buddhist temple.

Residents have dropped off flowers to replace those torn up by vandals, and several churches have called to offer support, said temple member Tracy Sam.

"They said if we ever need something, to contact them," she said.

The community response followed reports of vandalism at the temple on May 24 and June 4. Vandals spray-painted "Jesus Saves" in orange on the driveway, threw eggs at an entrance sign, ripped up flowers, and smashed lights.