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Call for workshop proposals: International Western Dharma Teachers' Conference

From Order Connection on Mon, 11 Jan, 2021 - 14:13

Call for workshop proposals: International Western Dharma Teachers' Conference

From Order Connection on Mon, 11 Jan, 2021 - 14:13

Dear Order friends,

As Triratna’s Liaison officer I work for the European Chairs Assembly (ECA) and look after co-operation with Buddhists in other traditions, mainly but not exclusively through involvement in the Network of Buddhist Organisations UK, the European Buddhist Union and Buddhist Teachers in Europe. Triratna has been active in these two organisations (and many other Buddhist umbrella groups around the world) for several decades.

As part of my work I run a page here on ...

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Call for workshop proposals: Western Dharma Teachers' Conference

From Triratna in the Buddhist World on Mon, 11 Jan, 2021 - 14:03

Call for workshop proposals: Western Dharma Teachers' Conference

From Triratna in the Buddhist World on Mon, 11 Jan, 2021 - 14:03

The International Western Dharma Teachers’ Gathering will take place online, 20th-24th October 2021.

Bookings and more details (including scholarship applications)

The Steering Committee, which includes Triratna’s Vimalasara, are now inviting proposals for workshops. They write:

“We are happy to invite workshop proposals for the International Western Dharma Teachers Virtual Gathering between October 20-24, 2021 to offer a full, enriching and authentic experience for teachers.

This year’s theme is Facing Truth: Love, Equity & Justice on the Path of Awakening and we are seeking 1-hour workshops related to the following topics:

Environmental...

Centre Team

Changes to The Buddhist Centre Online in 2021

From Buddhist Centre Features on Thu, 7 Jan, 2021 - 16:00

Changes to The Buddhist Centre Online in 2021

From Buddhist Centre Features on Thu, 7 Jan, 2021 - 16:00

A first set of new year changes to The Buddhist Centre Online as we enter the next phase of Triratna’s online platform.

Stay up-to-date and get early access to test versions of the site in 2021!

feedback [at] thebuddhistcentre.com (Email us with your thoughts) or support [at] thebuddhistcentre.com (get in touch for technical support)

Windhorse Publi...

Our latest free eBook and our January Sale

From Windhorse Publications on Thu, 7 Jan, 2021 - 12:09

Our latest free eBook and our January Sale

From Windhorse Publications on Thu, 7 Jan, 2021 - 12:09

Happy New Year! May all blessings be yours in 2021.

Until the end of January, we’re giving away the eBook edition of Change Your Mind by Paramananda, which is one of our bestselling books on meditation.

Download your free copy of Change Your Mind.

This giveaway ties in with an online retreat Paramananda will be leading from 15 -21 January called ‘The Alchemical Heart’. Paramananda writes: ‘This online retreat tailored for home practice will offer an experiential approach to meditation, with an emphasis on the relationship between...

Suddhayu

Shutdown Samsara! An Everyday Path to Nirvana

From Portsmouth Buddhist Center on Tue, 5 Jan, 2021 - 16:07

Shutdown Samsara! An Everyday Path to Nirvana

From Portsmouth Buddhist Center on Tue, 5 Jan, 2021 - 16:07

There are many opportunities in the Seacoast Area for online Dharma practice. As we continue to navigate the difficulties of pandemic shutdown, let’s shutdown the cycle of suffering with meditation, inspiring teachings, and loving community! This winter — break the wheel!

Aryaloka Tuesday Friends’ Evenings: The Buddha Then, Awakening Now — For the Winter of 2021 we’ll be exploring important themes from the life of the Buddha, discovering how his example informs and inspires our own journey now. The life of the...

ECA Safeguarding

Free Safeguarding webinars with the Charity Commission

From Triratna Safeguarding on Mon, 4 Jan, 2021 - 16:15

Dear Safeguarding officers in England and Wales,

Attached below please see details of free webinars for faith charities run by the Charity Commission’s Faith Engagement Team, including a free Safeguarding webinar on 6th February and repeated on 10th February.

To book, click on the title of the event in the attachment.

I’ve recently had very good contact with the CC’s Faith Engagement Team and they are very approachable, eager to be in touch with any faith charity and happy to answer questions.

The Head of Faith Charities Engagement is Nick Donaldson.
Email: Nick.Donaldson [at] ...

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akasajoti

International Council Team: Update

From Triratna International Council on Mon, 4 Jan, 2021 - 15:12

International Council Team: Update

From Triratna International Council on Mon, 4 Jan, 2021 - 15:12

Dhammarati has worked as the convenor of the International Council for the last decade, establishing a structure for communication and collaboration between the College, Order and Movement from every geographical area, to support the unity of our spiritual community across the world.

In March, he handed over to Arthavadin who will work with the International Council Steering Group and Area Councils, to support and develop the work of the International Council in its next phase.

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Arthavadin.

Since resigning as chair of the Manchester Buddhist Centre (MBC) in 2018...

Centre Team

The Alchemical Heart (The Dharma Toolkit Podcast, Episode 35)

From Buddhist Centre Features on Sun, 3 Jan, 2021 - 19:42

In this first podcast of 2021 we turn to the magic of inner transformation, with a special episode to mark our forthcoming Home Retreat on meditation: ‘The Alchemical Heart’ with Paramananda.

Happy New Year! May 2021 prove a kinder, more hopeful year for all.

In this first podcast of the year we turn to the magic of inner transformation, with a special episode to mark our forthcoming Home Retreat: ‘The Alchemical Heart’ with Paramananda.

In our conversation around the work involved...

Suddhayu

Samsara Hacks — Dharma for Everyday Life and Liberation

From Portsmouth Buddhist Center on Fri, 1 Jan, 2021 - 22:32

Samsara Hacks — Dharma for Everyday Life and Liberation

From Portsmouth Buddhist Center on Fri, 1 Jan, 2021 - 22:32

Ongoing Sundays 10-11:15am EST

The teaching of the Buddha, known as the Dharma, is not meant for dusty bookshelves. The Dharma is a living practice that is renewed every moment in the minds and hearts of those who live by this wisdom. Samsara is the cycle of life and death in which we wander. Each week we’ll hear of favorite approaches to modern Dharma practice, finding ways to relieve suffering in ourselves and the world, to break the cycle of...

Suddhayu

Transform Your Life With Meditation

From Portsmouth Buddhist Center on Fri, 1 Jan, 2021 - 19:56

Transform Your Life With Meditation

From Portsmouth Buddhist Center on Fri, 1 Jan, 2021 - 19:56

A four-week online course on Monday evenings, Jan 11 to Feb 1, 6:30–8pm EST

Meditation practice helps us to develop contentment, clarity, integration, concentration, and a sense of peace. Whether you’re just looking to find some stillness in your life, or to directly explore the nature of consciousness, this class is a great way to begin!

In this introductory meditation workshop we will explore the Buddha’s teaching of mindfulness, generally as a living principle, and more specifically as a meditation practice. Participants...

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