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Invitation to the Triratna Fathers' Group

Fri, 14 May, 2021 - 10:51

Invitation to the Triratna Fathers' Group

Fri, 14 May, 2021 - 10:51

Dear all,

This is an open invitation to join the online Triratna Fathers’ Group. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other fathers within the Sangha and explore the Three Jewels within the context of fatherhood.

If you want to be added to the mailing list, you can email triratnafathers [at] gmail.com, and we’ll send you an invitation to our next online meeting.

Below is a link to a short video, advertising the...

Sadayasihi

The Tale of the Whale

From Triratna News on Thu, 25 Mar, 2021 - 12:23

The Tale of the Whale

From Triratna News on Thu, 25 Mar, 2021 - 12:23

Padmacandra, an Order Member living in West Norfolk and associated with the Cambridge Buddhist Centre in the UK, has her first children’s picture book out as illustrator with Scallywag Press this month (March 2021).

The book, The Tale of the Whale, which tells of an adventure between a child and a whale, has a strong environmental message about plastic pollution, and is suitable for 3 to 8 year olds (read 8 years plus!)

Padmacandra was asked if she would illustrate the book after the...

sanghadhara

The story of Yasa (story telling evening)

From Triratna International Gathering 2019: Alchemy of the Dharma on Thu, 29 Aug, 2019 - 11:36

The story of Yasa (story telling evening)

From Triratna International Gathering 2019: Alchemy of the Dharma on Thu, 29 Aug, 2019 - 11:36

Lokabandhu hosts this special evening of story-telling from the Pali Canon - the story of Yasa and the golden slippers - brought to life by a young cast, songs and colourful costumes!

The story of Padmasambhava (Story telling evening) International Gathering 2019

From Triratna International Gathering 2019: Alchemy of the Dharma on Thu, 29 Aug, 2019 - 11:33

The story of Padmasambhava (Story telling evening) International Gathering 2019

From Triratna International Gathering 2019: Alchemy of the Dharma on Thu, 29 Aug, 2019 - 11:33

The second evening of story-telling at the 2019 Triratna International Gathering was hosted by Jayaraja and friends. Featuring a king, courtiers, demons, galloping horses and the great Guru Padmasambhava himself, prepare yourself for an entertaining precis of how Padmasambhava came to Tibet.

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Sadayasihi

Children's Activities at the Triratna International Gathering 2019

Wed, 26 Jun, 2019 - 12:28

Children's Activities at the Triratna International Gathering 2019

Wed, 26 Jun, 2019 - 12:28

The 2019 Triratna International Gathering - 22 to 26 August at Adhisthana - is a feast of inspiration, stimulation and fun. All are welcome, including children!

Here’s a short film from the last International Gathering in 2017, focusing on the children’s activities, to give you a sense of the play, music and laughter involved.

Book on to the Triratna International Gathering

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Sadayasihi

Experiencing the Power of Sangha: The Triratna International Gathering

From Triratna News on Wed, 5 Jun, 2019 - 12:47

Experiencing the Power of Sangha: The Triratna International Gathering

From Triratna News on Wed, 5 Jun, 2019 - 12:47

“At the heart of our movement is friendship and Sangha and being [at the Triratna International Gathering] is a really strong experience of a positive community. There’s a lot of love and generosity and mutual help…and you can’t do that by email or Facebook…You have to be together and eat together and sit together, be in the shrine room with 340 people and meditate together, chant together to experience the power of Sangha and mutual appreciation and love.”

The...

saddhaloka

Saddhaloka and Moksananda in Conversation about Families

From Adhisthana Kula on Mon, 22 Jan, 2018 - 10:00

Saddhaloka and Moksananda in Conversation about Families

From Adhisthana Kula on Mon, 22 Jan, 2018 - 10:00

Another lovely conversation between old friends and Public Preceptors, Moksananda and Saddhaloka, reflecting on a life being both a parent and a practicing Buddhist within the FWBO and Triratna.

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Maitreyi

Maitreyi Interviews Punyamala About Families

From Adhisthana Kula on Sat, 20 Jan, 2018 - 15:00

Maitreyi Interviews Punyamala About Families

From Adhisthana Kula on Sat, 20 Jan, 2018 - 15:00

A great conversation between two friends who are also members of the College of Public Preceptors, exploring Punyamala’s experiences around having children in the context of her Buddhist life within the FWBO and Triratna.

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Rijupatha

Karunagita - A Path for Parents

Wed, 26 Jul, 2017 - 16:08

Karunagita - A Path for Parents

Wed, 26 Jul, 2017 - 16:08

How do we lead rich and meaningful spiritual lives in the context of parenting? In this short video, Sara Burns (Karunagita) talks about the opportunities and challenges of being a parent from a Buddhist perspective.

Sara attended the Buddhafields Family Friendly Retreat again in 2013 to give a talk on parenting and share her experiences as the parent of two older teenagers, reflecting back on the road she has travelled thus far.

You can find and purchase Karunagita’s book, A Path...

Rijupatha

Only Kindness - Kamalanandi

Tue, 14 Jun, 2016 - 16:13

Only Kindness - Kamalanandi

Tue, 14 Jun, 2016 - 16:13

This video of Kamalanandi’s talk was recorded in June 2016 as part of the Sheffield Buddhist Centre family retreat.