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Stillness, Simplicity and Contentment (May 31, 10-16:00)

From Earth Metta Sangha on Sun, 26 Apr, 2015 - 22:17

Stillness, Simplicity and Contentment (May 31, 10-16:00)

From Earth Metta Sangha on Sun, 26 Apr, 2015 - 22:17

Stillness, Simplicity and Contentment: Introducing Buddhist Action Month 2015

Together in sangha, we’ll motivate our potential to tread more lightly on the Earth; to practice the third precept with joy; to delight in trying out new approaches.

“What would the Buddha do?” is explored through inspiring stories from the scriptures. Conversation, meditation and reflection will close off with a ritual. Please bring food for a shared vegan banquet if you can. Led by Suddhacandika and Maitridasa with support from the Karaniya Metta Kula.

Christine

Stillness, Simplicity and Contentment: BAM launch @ Sheffield Buddhist Centre

From Buddhist Action Month 2015 on Sun, 26 Apr, 2015 - 22:14

Stillness, Simplicity and Contentment: BAM launch @ Sheffield Buddhist Centre

From Buddhist Action Month 2015 on Sun, 26 Apr, 2015 - 22:14

The Sheffield Buddhist Centre will launch its BAM events with a day retreat on May 31st (10-16:00). Led by Suddhacandika, with support from Karaniya Metta Kula (Sheffield’s ‘sustainability’ group).

Together in sangha, we’ll motivate our potential to tread more lightly on the Earth; to practice the third precept with joy; to delight in trying out new approaches.

“What would the Buddha do?” is explored through inspiring stories from the scriptures. Conversation, meditation and reflection will close off with a ritual. Please...

Christine

Love Where You Live (May 23, 10-13:00)

From Earth Metta Sangha on Sun, 26 Apr, 2015 - 21:33

Love Where You Live (May 23, 10-13:00)

From Earth Metta Sangha on Sun, 26 Apr, 2015 - 21:33

Altruism through local beautification: the grand Dharma litter-pick!

After a dedication ritual at the Centre, we’ll go to Ponderosa Park for a few hours of mindful litter-picking. Materials will be provided by Council, including gloves. Please dress appropriately for changeable weather, and bring drink/ snacks/ lunch.

Led by Amoghavamsa with support from Karaniya Metta Kula.

Christine

Bluebell yatra (May 17 from 10am)

From Earth Metta Sangha on Sun, 26 Apr, 2015 - 21:27

Bluebell yatra (May 17 from 10am)

From Earth Metta Sangha on Sun, 26 Apr, 2015 - 21:27

Join sangha friends to rejoice in the wonders of spring-time!

Yatra is the traditional term for walking together on a spiritual journey. We’ll experiment with various practices in order to deepen our contact with Nature; with other beings; and with the present moment.

Bring comforts of nourishment (lunch, water, snacks) and warmth (possibly for outdoor meditation). Meet at Grindelford station café @ 10:00 on Sun. May 17th. Duration can be decided at the time, minimum of 2 hours.

Contact christine.thuring [at] gmail.com with questions.

Munisha

Taraloka environmental retreat for women, 12th-19th June

From Buddhist Action Month 2015 on Sun, 26 Apr, 2015 - 20:32

Taraloka environmental retreat for women, 12th-19th June

From Buddhist Action Month 2015 on Sun, 26 Apr, 2015 - 20:32

Sahajatara writes: “We’re running a retreat on the theme of the environment at Taraloka Retreat Centre for Women, UK, 12th-19th June: “Transforming self and world / Tara and the tears of Avalokiteshvara”.

The reatreat is led by Varabhadri (Buddhafield), Subhachitta (Eco Dharma), Santicitta and me and there are still plenty of spaces!

We will explore ethics for the 21st century in the context of the myth of Tara, who arises from Avalokiteshvara’s tears to go to the aid of all...

Rijupatha

Vajra Bell - Spring 2015

From Vajra Bell on Sun, 26 Apr, 2015 - 16:55

The Vajra Bell Spring 2015 issue is here!

The focus of this issue is: “Meeting Bhante: Connecting with Our Teacher and Founder Sangharakshita”.

You can download and view the PDF version of this issue of Vajra Bell by clicking on the link at the bottom of this post.

In this issue:

Meeting Bhante: Connecting with Our Teacher and Founder Sangharakshita
“Seeking Beauty: A Gateway to Freedom” – by Narottama
“Reflections on the Ninth Precept” – by Tom Gaillard
“Purification of a Stupa – Visit and Dedication with Dhardo Tulku Rinpoche” – by Barry Timmerman
Updates from the new Spiritual Vitality Council

File Name	Size
Vajra Bell - Spring 2015	5.42 MB

Munisha

Bristol gears up for BAM with Sustainable Sangha Day tomorrow

From Buddhist Action Month 2015 on Sat, 25 Apr, 2015 - 15:16

Bristol gears up for BAM with Sustainable Sangha Day tomorrow

From Buddhist Action Month 2015 on Sat, 25 Apr, 2015 - 15:16

Sunday 26th April, Bristol Buddhist Centre 9.30am—4.30pm

A practice day for anyone familiar with Triratna practices, to introduce Triratna’s Sustainable Buddhist Centre project and as a warm-up for Buddhist Action Month in June. We’ll explore:

what sustainability means to us, our sangha and the world
our responses to phenomena such as climate change, the extinction crisis, environmental degradation, animal cruelty etc
how our practice brings resilience, fuelled by wisdom and compassion
how the sangha brings us together with similar concerns and

Rijupatha

FBA Podcast: The Triratna Emphasis on Going for Refuge

From Free Buddhist Audio on Sat, 25 Apr, 2015 - 10:50

FBA Podcast: The Triratna Emphasis on Going for Refuge

From Free Buddhist Audio on Sat, 25 Apr, 2015 - 10:50

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Dhammarati brings us this week’s FBA Podcast entitled “The Triratna Emphasis On Going For Refuge.” Dhammarati explores Going for Refuge and its central emphasis in the Triratna Buddhist Order here, bringing in the story of his own spiritual journey as an example of finding one’s unique response. He also looks to historical sources to identify some of the ways we can deepen our...

parami

Karuna Trust Women's Appeal

From Buddhist Centre Features on Sat, 25 Apr, 2015 - 10:29

Parami visits the women who are working on the Karuna appeal in London and discovers why it is a transformative experience.

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Rijupatha

Dharmabyte: A Rung in the Ladder

From Free Buddhist Audio on Thu, 23 Apr, 2015 - 19:54

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In today’s FBA Dharmabyte, “A Rung in the Ladder,” Satyalila shares quite personally about her writing as spiritual practice. From the talk, “Daring to Look In the Mirror” given on the 2014 at the European Women’s Convention held at Adhisthana, the theme of the convention was “The Bodhisattva’s Reply: Triratna Paths to Insight.”

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