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Going Forth

From Community Highlights on Mon, 7 Jun, 2021 - 00:00
In this third talk from the ‘In the Footsteps of the Buddha’ retreat, Nagasiddhi continues his exploration of the Buddha’s life story with its next turning point: the Buddha’s decision to turn his back on his life of privilege, to leave his home and family and to go forth to seek for the truth in the forest. Talk given online in April 2021. *** This talk is one of a series given by Nagasiddhi at Rivendell Retreat Centre during the April 2021 home retreat ‘In the footsteps of the Buddha’ hosted by the Buddhist Centre Online. This magical week-long retreat explores the images, myths and symbols of the Buddha’s journey to awakening using dharma talks, meditation, storytelling, puppetry and art. Visit 'In the Footsteps of the Buddha' for more resources from this retreat: https://thebuddhistcentre.com/footsteps
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Perfect Speech

From Birmingham Buddhist Centre on Mon, 7 Jun, 2021 - 00:00
Sangha night talk exploring humour and its compatibility with Perfect speech. Dharmashalin examines the complexity of humour. How on one hand it can be a way of fostering connection and shared experience yet often, it can cause harm.
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FBA Podcast: The Buddha's Social Revolution

From Free Buddhist Audio on Sat, 5 Jun, 2021 - 06:00

In the first weeks after his Enlightenment, the Buddha stayed alone near the Bodhi tree, assimilating his profound discovery and enjoying its bliss. But from the first moment he encountered another human being, the force of his compassion led him to revolt against the social hierarchies of his day. In this impassioned talk at the London Buddhist Centre’s 2021 Buddha Day celebrations, Subhuti explores the nature of social conditioning. In doing so, he calls for...
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London Buddhist Centre Women's Mitra Convenor OM

From Jobs, Volunteering & Communities on Fri, 4 Jun, 2021 - 22:02

London Buddhist Centre Women's Mitra Convenor OM

From Jobs, Volunteering & Communities on Fri, 4 Jun, 2021 - 22:02

The LBC is looking for a new Women’s Mitra Convenor (starting 2nd August 2021) to replace one of the mitra convenors, Mahamani.

We’re looking for someone with energy and vision to join the team full-time (we will offer a generous support package and retreat allowance and there may be an opportunity for community living). 

The LBC is a thriving Centre, with its own retreat centre, Vajrasana. There are around 200 women mitras, a lively People of Colour group, a lively ’sub-25’ group and some TBRL businesses. 

If you are...
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Hope and faith in the face of the Climate and Ecological Emergency

From Buddhist Action on Fri, 4 Jun, 2021 - 13:25

Hope and faith in the face of the Climate and Ecological Emergency

From Buddhist Action on Fri, 4 Jun, 2021 - 13:25

Join members of the Triratna Earth Sangha online on Sunday 20th June for meditation with a focus on the web of life, plus a workshop based on Joanna Macy’s Work that Reconnects and an opportunity to share what’s live for you concerning the Climate and Ecological Emergency. There’ll be discussion groups and a puja based on the Shambhala warrior training verses.

Contributions toward a seed fund for future activities will be welcome but absolutely not required.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88291245399?pwd=RDJmTXg3N0FZSjZ5T295T3FuNDRCdz09
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How do you speak about sustainability as a buddhist?

From Buddhist Action on Thu, 3 Jun, 2021 - 14:38
  • Dhammapitika and Gunaketu in conversation about sustainability

How do you speak about sustainability as a buddhist?

From Buddhist Action on Thu, 3 Jun, 2021 - 14:38


This evening we have the great delight to invite Dhammapītika from the Netherlands to a conversation with Gunaketu about how buddhists can speak up about sustainability.
How to cope, deal with and relate to climatchange? This invites us to reshape our deepest myths of creation and of being. Some find it exhilarating - others frightening. Entering the new era with openess and non rigidity is a skill that can be learned. Are you interested?

Dhammapītika is chair of the...
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Dharmabyte: Bringing Kindness to Whatever Arises

From Free Buddhist Audio on Thu, 3 Jun, 2021 - 06:00

Vajrasakhi leads a ‘cherishing’ metta bhavana based on the positive precepts. Here she introduces the practice emphasizing the crucial importance of a positive and loving relationship with ourselves.

From the talk entitled Positive Precepts Metta Bhavana from the Moon of the Mind: Bodhicitta Great Gathering, an (online) retreat for women training for ordination and Order Members offered by Taraloka & Tiratanaloka Retreat Centres, 2021. Listen to the full meditation on...
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Free online Safeguarding training with SCIE 23rd June 2021

From Triratna Safeguarding on Wed, 2 Jun, 2021 - 14:15

Free online Safeguarding training with SCIE 23rd June 2021

From Triratna Safeguarding on Wed, 2 Jun, 2021 - 14:15

We’ve just heard of a free online Safeguarding training event specially for faith groups offered by SCIE, 10-11.20am GMT on Wednesday 23rd June.

Details and registration here.

SCIE are the Social Care Institute for Excellence, who have conducted Safeguarding audits for the major Churches in the UK.

This would suit Safeguarding officers, trustees and anyone else who wants to understand more about Safeguarding.
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Melbourne seek a Centre Manager

From Jobs, Volunteering & Communities on Wed, 2 Jun, 2021 - 09:31

Melbourne seek a Centre Manager

From Jobs, Volunteering & Communities on Wed, 2 Jun, 2021 - 09:31

The Melbourne Buddhist Centre is seeking an Order Member or experienced Mitra to take over from Dantacitta in the role of Centre Manager.

This is a part time, paid position from 20 to 35 hours per week (negotiable).

Your main responsibilities would include:

  • Promoting, programming and maintaining current MBC activities
  • Managing people (the office team and volunteers)
  • Financial and administrative duties
  • Overseeing and assisting with the maintenance and presentation of the building


This is a hands-on role with lots of scope for initiative, development and flexibility. We are looking for someone...
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Resignation of Suryaketu

From Order Connection on Tue, 1 Jun, 2021 - 17:32

Resignation of Suryaketu

From Order Connection on Tue, 1 Jun, 2021 - 17:32

Dear Order members,

Suryaketu has tendered his resignation from the Order. This is after many weeks of discussion and consultation with Arthapriya (his Private preceptor) and I (his Public preceptor) and his many friends in the Order.

Arthapriya and I have accepted his resignation, and his resignation letter can be read below.

If you need any more details do please get in touch with me. Arthapriya is on retreat till July but is fully...

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