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One day + only £1800 to go... Ratnadharini shares her gratitude and inspiration...

From Buddhist Centre Features on Thu, 22 Jun, 2023 - 00:10

One day + only £1800 to go... Ratnadharini shares her gratitude and inspiration...

From Buddhist Centre Features on Thu, 22 Jun, 2023 - 00:10

Ratnadharini is on the final day(!) of her 150 mile pilgrimage between the places of Sangharakshita’s birth and death; and, we have reached 88% of her fundraising target.

Here she shares her delight and gratitude for all the generosity she has received thus far, and tells us of her inspiration for the Tiratanaloka Unlimited project.

She would like to raise another £1800, which we could do if 25 people give £70 each.

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Day Eight #PilgrimageUnlimited Video Diary: Gt Barrington to Winchcombe

From Buddhist Centre Features on Tue, 20 Jun, 2023 - 22:49

Day Eight #PilgrimageUnlimited Video Diary: Gt Barrington to Winchcombe

From Buddhist Centre Features on Tue, 20 Jun, 2023 - 22:49

Day 8: Great Barrington to Winchcombe, 19.5 miles. Torrential rain, wet socks, and taking the next step… 🌧️🦶🏼💙

Ratnadharini writes:

Today was always going to be a challenge, but the early start meant I started out in a torrential downpour and was soon soaked through - including boots full of water. I squelched determinedly for a couple of hours, until a church porch gave me an opportunity to wring out my socks. The universe seemed to think 19.5 miles wasn’t enough of a challenge...

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Day Seven #PilgrimageUnlimited Video Diary: Weald to Gt Barrington

From Buddhist Centre Features on Tue, 20 Jun, 2023 - 03:29

Day Seven #PilgrimageUnlimited Video Diary: Weald to Gt Barrington

From Buddhist Centre Features on Tue, 20 Jun, 2023 - 03:29

Day 7: Weald to Great Barrington, 12 miles. Wheat-fields, storm-clouds, and Ratnadharini’s mythic motivation… ⛅️🌾🌝  

Ratnadharini writes:

A relatively easy day across fields and through a few small villages, with houses, churches, drystone walls and stiles of honey-coloured Cotswold stone. I’m actually staying in Burford, taking a bus there and back again tomorrow morning. Planning to set out at 5.30, as tomorrow is 19.5 miles and the forecast is for heavy rain and thunder… will let you know how it goes!

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Day Six #PilgrimageUnlimited Video Diary: Abingdon to Weald

From Buddhist Centre Features on Sun, 18 Jun, 2023 - 21:26

Day Six #PilgrimageUnlimited Video Diary: Abingdon to Weald

From Buddhist Centre Features on Sun, 18 Jun, 2023 - 21:26

Day 6: Abingdon to Weald, 17 miles. Birdsong, Mantra and Sangha Connection… 🐦 🎶 ❤️

Ratnadharini writes:

Day off yesterday! Thanks to my 94 year old mum, who fed me, washed my clothes, and generously contributed to the fundraising (as did my sister). I’m buoyed up by all the support - financial and otherwise; this pilgrimage - and Tiratanaloka Unlimited - is clearly of interest to many. Thanks also to Akasajoti for making it possible for me to take you all with me!

Day 6: Still...

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Livestream: 108 hours of Circumambulation

From Adhisthana on Sun, 18 Jun, 2023 - 18:02

Livestream: 108 hours of Circumambulation

From Adhisthana on Sun, 18 Jun, 2023 - 18:02

As part of Pilgrims Week at Adhisthana, we will be circumambulating around Sangharakshita’s burial mound for 108 continuous hours. You can turn in at any time and see who is currently circumambulating, day or night.

You may notice that if you tune in at night, you can’t see much! We are currently fundraising to install electric lights in the memorial garden, creating a mandala of light. Please do consider giving to enable this project.

You can see the full list of who is...

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#PilgrimageUnlimited: Contribute to the future of women's ordinations... 🥳✨🧘‍♂️

From Buddhist Centre Features on Sun, 18 Jun, 2023 - 01:40

#PilgrimageUnlimited: Contribute to the future of women's ordinations... 🥳✨🧘‍♂️

From Buddhist Centre Features on Sun, 18 Jun, 2023 - 01:40

Ratnadharini is at the half-way point of her 150 mile pilgrimage between the places of Sangharakshita’s birth and death; and, we have reached 70% of her fundraising target.

Having lived for 15 years at Tiratanaloka, before taking on the property search, purchase and renovation of Adhisthana, Tiratanaloka Unlimited is a project close to her heart. For the last three and a half years she has been serving our Order and Community as the Chair...

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Friends wishing Ratnadharini well halfway through #PilgrimageUnlimited… 🌞

From Buddhist Centre Features on Sun, 18 Jun, 2023 - 01:06

Friends wishing Ratnadharini well halfway through #PilgrimageUnlimited… 🌞

From Buddhist Centre Features on Sun, 18 Jun, 2023 - 01:06

Today, on Ratnadharini’s rest day, we can share here more messages of well-wishing to Ratnadharini from friends who’ve been inspired to sponsor her pilgrimage and support Tiratanaloka Unlimited.

Here are Dhammagita (ahem 🥸), Lokeshvara, the Order Office team on their annual camping trip, Prajnanita, and Prasadacarin.

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Day Five #PilgrimageUnlimited Video Diary: Wallingford to Abingdon

From Buddhist Centre Features on Fri, 16 Jun, 2023 - 22:14

Day Five #PilgrimageUnlimited Video Diary: Wallingford to Abingdon

From Buddhist Centre Features on Fri, 16 Jun, 2023 - 22:14

Day Five was a 13 mile stretch, of wildflowers and familiar landscapes, arriving (or rather, skipping…) into Ratnadharini’s hometown of Abingdon, where she is visiting her mum for a rest day tomorrow. At this halfway point, she reflects on the how supported she feels by the Sangha, and on the purpose of the whole thing: to support women’s ordination training in Triratna…🌼🎉🙏🏻

She writes:

Day five - Wallingford to Abingdon, 13 miles. Still hot, and route a bit more exposed. Entering familiar territory skirting...

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More well-wishing from friends and donors…💕 #PilgrimageUnlimited

From Buddhist Centre Features on Fri, 16 Jun, 2023 - 16:00

More well-wishing from friends and donors…💕 #PilgrimageUnlimited

From Buddhist Centre Features on Fri, 16 Jun, 2023 - 16:00

We’ve been sending messages of well-wishing to Ratnadharini from friends who’ve been inspired to sponsor her pilgrimage and support Tiratanaloka Unlimited. 💕

Here are Vajrashura, Dharmashalin, Amarapuspa, Maitrinara, Viryanaya; Akasajoti; the Adhisthana Women’s community; and Satyabodhini.

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