Past Events (Page 64)

Moment of Death Workshop

Learn the spiritual practice to take care of your loved ones at the moment of death. This non-sectarian practice may be personalized to the individual beliefs and traditions of you and your loved ones. It is extraordinarily inspiring and healing and will assuredly take your journey to a whole new level.  $275 donation. Mansfield Freeman…

Renewal of the Heart – a Summer Solstice Practice

Celebrate the wonder of life with light, balance, and renewal through meditation, chanting; and then discuss the interconnection between nature, beauty and gratitude with the Pure Land Way.  There will be a toning practice with mantras; toning is a good way to raise positive vibrations. release emotions, balance energy, and quiet the mind. It’s a perfect…

Never Disparage and the Magic Castle

This talk and Q & A will explore the first step of the Buddhist path and its final goal that is often overlooked by its adherents. Presented by Rev. D. Senpai.

Mindfulness Retreat

Our 12th annual one day Buddhist retreat (sesshin) will take place at the beautiful Dae Yen Sa Temple. The theme is This Present Moment where life is truly lived. Practice calming the mind so you can open your heart to true peace and gratitude. Beginners to the most advanced are welcomed. Basic instruction will be given to beginners. Our…

Memorial Sunday Potluck Picnic

Rain or Shine @Veteran’s Memorial Park, Middletown, Ct You are invited to our 12th annual potluck Memorial Sunday Weekend/Wisteria Festival Picnic. It will take place at Veteran’s Memorial Park in Middletown from 12:00 – 3 p.m.. We will celebrate the coming of summer, our fellowship under the pavilion closest to the main entrance; it will…

Suicide and the First Buddhist Precept

Buddhism teaches that suicide is an act to be avoided, as it is the taking of life. In America, suicide is looked at with a combination of horror, fear and revulsion, even to the point of being a taboo subject. However, how is suicide viewed in other predominantly Buddhist cultures? Based on two articles that…