2006/10/09 克里斯 艾列特(Chris Elliott)/加拿大報導
(攝影者：張黃月雲(慈任)、黃一哲(濟哲)) After studying Buddhism for the past three years, I recognize the importance of helping others and the need to reduce suffering in the world.
學習了三年的佛法後，我體悟到幫助別人的重要，以及減少世界苦難的需要。
Yet, I had no way to put what I’ve studied into action.
但是，我還沒有將我所學的，付諸於行動。
When I joined Tzu Chi four months ago, I finally had the opportunity I needed to make a difference. Whether it’s picking up litter on Yonge Street to keep the environment clean, or spending a Sunday afternoon interacting with the seniors at Heritage Nursing Home, I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute.
四個月前，我加入慈濟，我終於有機會改變這一切。不論是在街道上撿拾紙屑，好讓環境保持乾淨；或是於星期日下午前往護理之家與年長的老人家們互動，我很高興有機會可以付出。
But I also found that being part of the Tzu Chi family is not just about improving the lives of others, but also a chance to improve our own lives.
而我也發覺，自己成為慈濟人，在幫助別人的同時，不只是改善別人的生命，同時也是自我的成長。
After every event, I walk away with a wonderful sense of happiness. By simply sharing our joy with others, we feel their joy in return.
每次的活動結束後，我總是帶著歡喜的心情離開。因為無所求的與別人分享我們的喜悅，別人也總會以相同的喜悅回饋給我們。
This is what makes being part of Tzu Chi so rewarding.
這是成為慈濟人最大的幸福與獎勵。
