Regular events

Sangha night

Exploring spiritual community

Being part of a spiritual community is an essential part of the Buddhist path. However, for many people, becoming part of such a community gives rise to feelings of anxiety and false expectations.

In this series of talks we will explore the two dynamic poles of spiritual community. On the one hand, the opportunity to realise our own unique contributions, develop our strengths, allow our individual flavour to shine, and be appreciated in a meaningful way within the group context. On the other hand, by putting aside our individual goals and serving our community, we find that our progress flourishes as we care for others and deeply connect with each other.

Tonight: The Buddha and Ananda with Padmapushpa

Ananda was a central figure in the Buddha’s life. His first cousin by birth, he became one of his original 10 disciples. Because of his legendary memory, he is credited with codifying and passing on many of the Buddha’s teachings. They were also great friends.

Tonight Padmapushpa will explore the qualities of this long and intimate relationship. What can we learn about how to be a good friend, a diligent dharma practitioner and the spiritual community from this unique relationship?

Wednesday nights are a place for people who have attended our foundation courses to come together and celebrate community as well as an opportunity to deepen their knowledge of the Buddha's teaching.

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