The Buddhist Faith Fellowship of Connecticut Past Events page preserves a complete archive of our in-person and online Buddhist events as they originally appeared on our website, including Meditation and Talk Sundays, courses, sound baths, kirtans, mindfulness retreats, field trips, special programs, and other sangha activities. This organized record of past Buddhist events and meditation gatherings helps newcomers and long-time members explore the history of our community-engaged Buddhist practice in Middletown, CT.
Did You Know That Without the Three Jewels There Is No Buddhist Path? The Buddha, the Dharma, and the Sangha — the Three Jewels — are not simply concepts to memorize or boxes to check on the way to meditation. They are the very heart of Buddhism itself. Every ceremony begins with them. Every meditation…
Join us on Sunday mornings for a warm, accessible, and supportive community gathering rooted in mindfulness, compassion, and everyday Buddhist wisdom. These meetings offer a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds—newcomers and long-time practitioners alike—to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters. Each session includes:• Quiet Sitting MeditationA simple, relaxed period of…
An opportunity to feel seen, supported, and restored without reinforcing the old painful storyline. Life can ask so much of us. Whether we are caring for ourselves, supporting loved ones, navigating illness, grief, overwhelm, uncertainty, issues with meditation practice or simply trying to stay afloat in a demanding world, it’s easy to become exhausted by…
Join us on Sunday mornings for a warm, accessible, and supportive community gathering rooted in mindfulness, compassion, and everyday Buddhist wisdom. These meetings offer a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds—newcomers and long-time practitioners alike—to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters. Each session includes:• Quiet Sitting MeditationA simple, relaxed period of…
We just got this notification: PLEASE NOTE: Due to some unforeseen circumstances this event will be cancelled for 2026. NOTE: The animal blessing portion of the event will still be held from 11:00-2:30 on September 12th. For Buddhist Faith Fellowship friends, see you tomorrow for our regular Meditation & Talk Sunday from 9 – 10:45…
An opportunity to feel seen, supported, and restored without reinforcing the old painful storyline. Life can ask so much of us. Whether we are caring for ourselves, supporting loved ones, navigating illness, grief, overwhelm, uncertainty, or simply trying to stay afloat in a demanding world, it’s easy to become exhausted by the stories we repeat…
Join us on Sunday mornings for a warm, accessible, and supportive community gathering rooted in mindfulness, compassion, and everyday Buddhist wisdom. These meetings offer a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds—newcomers and long-time practitioners alike—to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters. Each session includes:• Quiet Sitting MeditationA simple, relaxed period of…
Join us on Sunday mornings for a warm, accessible, and supportive community gathering rooted in mindfulness, compassion, and everyday Buddhist wisdom. These meetings offer a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds—newcomers and long-time practitioners alike—to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with what truly matters. Each session includes:• Quiet Sitting MeditationA simple, relaxed period of…
A Buddhist Pilgrimage Experience Sunday, August 2, 2026 | 10:00 AM | Carmel, NY Rain Date: Sunday, August 16, 2026 Free of Charge | All Are Welcome | No RSVP Required Have you ever stood before something so vast and still that your mind simply stopped — and in that stopping, something quietly opened? That…
When did you last give yourself the gift of true stillness? In the midst of busy schedules, constant notifications, and endless responsibilities, many people long for a simple opportunity to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the present moment. Our Silent Simplicity Summer Retreat offers a peaceful morning dedicated to mindfulness, reflection, and gentle renewal. This…