The Master Visits Eugene, Oregon

David Bridges
March 29, I965

At approximately 3 pm our Master arrived in Eugene on his way from Portland back to San Francisco, His visit was, needless to say, short and hurried but a wonderful experience for all who were there.

First we made a quick tour of the historic places in Eugene where Miss Kim lived and worked when she was here, then quickly selected a park for the Sacred Ground. The spot selected has five trees all growing out of a common root, with a large stone in front on which one can sit. This was the last Sacred Ground to be dedicated during Master's trip. When the ceremony was completed he shouted, in English, "Finished!" and strode away from the Sacred Ground as if a great victory had been won.

After the dedication, we made a quick trip to the City Hall, and then had a chance to relax for the first time since Master had arrived in Eugene.

We had dinner at the best Chinese restaurant in town. The waiters had a great deal of trouble trying to find space to seat us all so that we could all be together.

After the meal, Master had to leave quickly. We all drove to a place on the University of Oregon campus near the edge of town, There we said goodbye, wondering how long it would be until we would be able to see him again.

We gave three cheers for our United Church in the United States and to our faith before Master left for San Francisco. We shouted, "Monsay, Monsay, Monsay!''