Dear Dharma Members and Friends, If you have heard the call to become a Buddhist lay teacher or just want to learn more about the Buddhism, then consider participating in our Dharma Teacher or Sangha Leadership Programs through our New England Institute for Buddhist Studies in Middletown. You can apply on our web site or…
At the Buddhist Faith Fellowship, we strive to provide programs conducive for you to receive spiritual nourishment and awakening through the following ways: Fellowship, Learning, Practice, Transformation, Mission, and Service. A PLACE FOR FELLOWSHIP “Admirable friendship, admirable companionship, admirable camaraderie are actually the whole of the spiritual life.” – The Buddha We provide a nurturing…
Tree Huggers Wanted Saturday, May 9, 2026 • 10:00 AMLocation: Highlawn Forest, 16 Meriden Road Middletown/Rockfall, CTMeeting Point: Covered entrance next to the paved parking areaSuggested Donation: $20–$30 (see below)Please arrive 10 minutes early. Join us for a peaceful and uplifting Dharma Wilding Experience—a Buddhist-inspired form of forest bathing that blends mindful presence, gentle walking,…
Tree Huggers Wanted Saturday, May 16, 2026 • 10:00 AMLocation: Highlawn Forest, 16 Meriden Road Middletown/Rockfall, CTMeeting Point: Covered entrance next to the paved parking areaSuggested Donation: $20–$30 (see below)Please arrive 10 minutes early. Join us for a peaceful and uplifting Dharma Wilding Experience—a Buddhist-inspired form of forest bathing that blends mindful presence, gentle walking,…
Tree Huggers Wanted Saturday, April 18, 2026 • 10:00 AMLocation: Wadsworth State Park, 721 Wadsworth Street, Middlefield/Middletown, CTMeeting Point: Covered bridge near the main parking areaSuggested Donation: $20–$30 (see below)Please arrive 10 minutes early. Join us for a peaceful and uplifting Dharma Wilding Experience—a Buddhist-inspired form of forest bathing that blends mindful presence, gentle walking,…
Understanding the Buddhist View of Life and Death This course is closed. Classes begin on April 1, 2026. Open Enrollment ends on March 24th. What if the secret of learning how to die well is really about learning how to live well? In this Buddhism 101 online course, we explore the Buddhist understanding of life,…
Date: To be annnounced. The season invites us to open, soften, and begin again. As the world awakens around us, this Day of Mindfulness offers a gentle space to awaken within—an opportunity to refresh the heart, rekindle clarity, and cultivate presence in the midst of everyday life. The Day of Mindfulness is a one-day at-home…
Date: Sunday, November 22, 2026 Open Enrollment ends November 20, 2026 Autumn invites us to gently let go, and rediscover what truly sustains us. This Day of Mindfulness offers a warm and luminous refuge—an opportunity to settle the heart, refresh the mind, and cultivate presence right in the middle of ordinary life. The Day of…
Note: Due to the snow storm starting Sunday evening, there is a parking ban at 12 noon in Middeltown, CT. This is not a problem for us since this class will end at 11:30 AM. Meditation Made Easy — In-Person CourseA 5-Session Foundations Course with Dharma Teacher G.R. LewisBegins Sunday, February 8, 2026Open enrollment closes…
Our visit to the majestic Chuang Yen Monastery in Carmel, NY was truly memorable. The serene grounds and towering Buddha statue inspired a deep sense of peace. We were warmly welcomed and gifted a generous number of free books to take home and enjoy. The highlight for many was the traditional vegetarian Chinese meal —…