Meditation and Buddhism | Triratna Buddhist Community
Every Thursday except: May 25, Nov 23 and other holidays.
Join us Thursday evenings, 7pm to 8pm, for an informal class introducing one of our meditation practices and sitting together.
Vaccinations are required, and masks are optional for this class. Please check our main safety requirements here.
Our two main introductory practices:
Every year on a Sangha Night close to Day of the Dead (Dia de los muertos) we take the opportunity to get together and celebrate the lives of those we have lost in the recent past. Please bring photographs or souvenirs to place on the shrine to remember your loved ones.
Many people feel isolated and lonely and long for a sense of belonging. Sharing life stories is a powerful way to step more fully into community. This 4 week gathering is an opportunity to be seen and heard with kindness, and to see and hear others with kindness.
The value of sharing life stories
Are you too restless to meditate? Is your mind moving a mile a minute? Do you feel like meditation would give you clarity, but you just can't find time for it?
In this 4-week workshop we will explore new ways in to meditation, through the body. And we will explore variations on the loving kindness and mindfulness of breathing practices taught at the Center.
THINGS WE SAY
Our Wednesday Sangha Nights are dedicated to supporting anyone wishing to experience and share the benefits of Buddhist practice. This year, more than ever, we are committed to strengthening the connection between personal practice and positive action in the world around us, and providing a welcoming and safe place for all those who want to participate. You are welcome here.
Most evenings are informal and interactive. Meditation is followed by a talk, workshop or group activity on a different theme each month.
