Mitra Ceremonies are amoung the highlights in our calendar when the Mitras-to-be make a public declaration of their commitment to follow the teachings of The Buddha within the tradition of the Triratna movement. You are invited to join Holly Smith, Rachel Gough, Sue Martin and Sean Howard for their special evening. There will be much… Read More »Mitra Ceremonies
This interfaith event will mark May's full moon, which is celebrated internationally as Wesak/Vesak Day. This is an opportunity for the Sangha to 'build up' to Buddha Day, which we will mark with a full festival on Sunday May 26th. Also, we can welcome people from other Buddhist traditions and other faiths, so on this… Read More »International Wesak Day – interfaith event
The Buddha Festival Day celebrates the day that Siddhartha Gautama achieved enlightenment in India 2500 years ago and became the Buddha whose teaching we follow. This year we explore the life of the Buddha through the important events and significant places in his life in northern India including his birth at Lumbini. His enlightenment at Bodhgaya.… Read More »Buddha Day – in the footsteps of The Buddha
The last Friday evening of the month is Puja Night. This event is for those who are familiar with Buddhist Ritual; but everyone is welcome along to enjoy the special nature of a Puja. If you have not experienced a Triratna Puja before let the leader know this is your first Buddhist Ritual. They will… Read More »Last Friday of the Month Puja
Join us to clear litter along the riverside, starting from Dayasara's home off Bramford Road. This popular event helps the environment, is good exercise and is an opportunity to spend time with friendly Sangha people. It's an ideal start to Buddhist Action Month (BAM), when we strive to express our values in beneficial action. Please… Read More »Buddhist Action Month – Litter Pick
Love in Action in a Time of War In these turbulent times, when the world feels overwhelming and conflict seems relentless, it is easy to feel powerless. Yet, the teachings of the Buddha remind us that purposeful action - rooted in compassion - is possible and can bring about profound change. Join us for a… Read More »Summer Sangha Retreat
Walk in Felixstowe This month’s men’s gathering is a coastal walk from Felixstowe Leisure Centre to Jacob's Ladder. However, if you would like to have breakfast together before this you can meet at Gulliver's Wife Café at 8.30am to 9am - map for this café is also provided below. This is a great way of… Read More »Men’s Sangha Gathering – Felixstowe
Join us on Zoom on a Friday evening from 7-9pm, to share thoughts on Buddhist-related non-fiction, poetry, literature, & more… Below are the amended dates for each title, and it is advisable to go via the Colchester Buddhist Centre Website to log onto the Zoom link there. • 15 March 2024: Ruth Ozeki, The Book… Read More »This session has been cancelled. Join us on 5th July
The last Friday evening of the month is Puja Night. This event is for those who are familiar with Buddhist Ritual; but everyone is welcome along to enjoy the special nature of a Puja. If you have not experienced a Triratna Puja before let the leader know this is your first Buddhist Ritual. They will… Read More »The Last Friday Puja
Join the Ipswich Sangha for an outdoor meditation at Christchurch Park, in Ipswich Town Centre. This outdoor event will be led by an experienced Order Member who has been practicing meditation for many years. Everyone is welcome, even if you have not meditated before, you will be guided throughout. The first meditation begins at 2pm… Read More »Meditation in the Park
