(Minghui.org) Falun Dafa practitioners in Western Australia participated in the Kelmscott Agricultural Show and the Ballajura Community Fair on October 19 and 20, 2024.
They demonstrated the exercises, introduced the practice of Falun Dafa, and raised awareness about the Chinese Communist Party’s (CCP) persecution of Falun Dafa.
Practitioners set up a booth at the Kelmscott Agricultural Show in Rushton Park on Saturday, October 19.
Many people attended the popular event, received Falun Dafa fliers and talked with practitioners to learn more about the practice. A number of people were interested in learning the exercises and asked for more information.
The Agricultural Show is a long-standing tradition in the local community and this year marks its 125th year. The show celebrates agriculture and traditions, brings together local businesses and community groups, and provides family-oriented fun for the community.
Hine Broughton said that Falun Dafa’s principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance, “bring positive energy in themselves. I think this is really all that our world needs.”
Referring to the CCP’s persecution of Falun Dafa practitioners, Ms. Broughton said, “This is very sad and very shocking.” She is familiar with the CCP’s atrocities and added, “This persecution is bad, but I am not surprised [by what the CCP has done].”
Phyllis Cusworth agrees with Falun Dafa’s principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance, and sympathises with persecuted practitioners. “We need to remain peaceful and tolerant of others. We also need to be compassionate. We cannot think that these things happen in other places and we can just turn a blind eye. This is not the case. We need to pay attention to everything in this world that violates laws. We must not let war and persecution continue.”
After learning about the brutal persecution suffered by Falun Dafa practitioners in China, Ms. Cusworth said, “I want to tell all believers in China to stay strong and stay focused. People all over the world are praying for you. Please hold on.”
After talking with a practitioner, Emma signed the petition to stop the persecution.
She said, “I just talked to that gentleman [referring to a Dafa practitioner] for a while. He was gentle and friendly. He communicated with me in a good way and introduced Falun Dafa to me. I like the energy and the whole atmosphere here [at the Falun Dafa booth]. It’s really great.”
Emma said the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance are very important.
“Please Keep up Your Belief”
The Ballajura Community Fair was held at Ballajura Community College on Sunday, October 20.
Practitioners in Western Australia set up a booth at the Ballajura Community Fair. People stopped to watch the exercise demonstrations and asked practitioners about Falun Dafa, and many signed the petition to end the persecution. Some were interested in learning the exercises and asked about local practice sites.
Practitioners performed a traditional dragon dance, gave waist drum performances and a traditional Vietnamese dance, all of which receive great applause from the audience. After their dance performance, they introduced Falun Dafa and demonstrated the exercise movements. Many people took photos or videos, and some said they felt immersed in the peaceful and beautiful energy field.
The annual Ballajura Community Fair aims to bring joy to community families through multicultural displays, dance, music, talent shows, entertainment activities and food stalls.
Pam and Steve were drawn by the peaceful energy at the Falun Dafa booth, and said they would learn more about Falun Dafa. They also signed the petition to stop the persecution.
Pam agreed with the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance, and said, “We need more love, peace, and compassion.”
She added, “The energy here [at the Falun Dafa booth] is wonderful. I am very interested in Falun Dafa and will learn more.”
Steve wanted to tell the persecuted Chinese Falun Dafa practitioners, “Please stick to your belief.”
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