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SUMMARY:Monthly POCs for Racial Justice Calls: 3rd Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:NABA offers monthly opportunities for POC Buddhists for racial justice to gather. This multi-lineage container provides nourishment\, solidarity-building\, probes into larger questions\, and action-oriented committees couched on the teachings of the Buddha. These calls are consistent opportunities where POC Buddhists for racial justice across North America may be relieved of the burden of having to explain racism to others and simply be accepted\, as together we explore justice issues and resolutions in our personal and global spheres. POC Buddhists across traditions have something unique to offer race relations at micro and macro levels too. \nRegular calls every 3rd Tuesday of the month starting at 11:30 AM PST / 2:30 PM EST.\nThe next call will be February 20th. \nRegister for upcoming 2018 calls here:\n February 20 -- An Exploration.\nWe will consider questions such as the following:\n-Are fight and flight the only options in the face of injustice?\n-What Dharma-based resolutions have you tried or would like to try?\n-And what happened or resulted when you did try?\n-Explore silence as a solution vs. being silenced as an injustice. \nMarch 20 -- Peace and Social Action.\nCoinciding with NABA's multi-lineage racial justice webinar by Katie Loncke of Buddhist Peace Fellowship and co-presenter from another community\, please join all interested in racial justice on this date. \nApril to December \nDr. Kamilah Majied\, Jennifer Hawkins\, and Guo Cheen are helping with the facilitation of these calls. Please join us: \n\nTo Heal: To recognize and repair internalized oppression and its impact on our relatedness as a diverse body of practitioners of color. We need time together to apply our practice towards discovering more personally who we are as a diverse body of color.\nTo Discover: To know who Practitioners of Color are as a diverse body\, recognize the integral roles we play in the broader spiritual community\, discover how we currently enhance racial equity\, leverage resources\, and form natural collaborations.\nTo Bridge: This call invites us to explore how we align our energies in ways that bridge racial separation between historically divided communities of color. Many of us also seek to reconcile and collaborate with white practitioners\, allies\, and institutions without causing or experiencing harm.\nTo Justice: We call practitioners of color to humbly recognize our interdependence across the very systems which perpetuate the vestiges of our exploitation/enslavement\, including economic\, healthcare\, educational\, environmental\, transportation and legal systems controlling housing\, property and national borders. Of relevant concern to us is how racism relies on greed and class stratification\, the weight of which is not only ravaging the poorest communities of color but also rapidly destroying the planet.\n\nSee you every 3rd Tuesday of the month!
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/monthly-pocs-for-racial-justice-calls-3rd-tuesdays-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016,Event Archive 2017,Event Archive 2018
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SUMMARY:Nichiren Service and Dharma Talk
DESCRIPTION:During our morning Service on Sundays\, we chant portions of the Lotus Sutra and also chant the Odaimoku (Namu Myoho Renge Kyo). This is a version of the normal daily service practiced by Nichiren Shu practitioners at home. The chapters from the Lotus Sutra are read in the traditional way (Chinese characters with Japanese pronunciation) known as Shindoku. Shindoku literally means faith reading and is a form of meditation in itself; thus\, it is not necessary to understand the meaning of the text while we are chanting. We also regularly chant the Sutra in English to develop our understanding. Our Daily Service usually lasts about 40 minutes to 1 hour. The mokusho (wooden drum)\, seen below\, is used by the leader during chanting to help keep the beat. \nhttp://www.nichiren-shu.org/Houston/pages/services.htm
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/nichiren-service-and-dharma-talk-2/
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160928T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20161005T000000
DTSTAMP:20260524T175120
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SUMMARY:7 Day Sesshin -- 9/28 to 10/5
DESCRIPTION:Sesshins are extended periods of intensive\, silent zazen for experienced meditators. They are held in seclusion\, follow a rigorous schedule\, and last from three to seven days. Mitra-roshi conducts sesshins in New Mexico\, California\, and New Jersey. \nMountain Gate is a place of deep Zen Buddhist practice. If you are interested in joining us for sesshin or a longer or shorter period of intensive residential practice\, please write and tell us why\, what your practice history is\, and who you are. Because of the demanding and intense nature of sesshin\, only people who have been sitting regularly should apply. \nThere are many hours of formal zazen each day; informal zazen is encouraged during breaks and rest periods. Other elements of sesshin are walking meditation\, chanting\, prostrations\, work\, exercise\, and vegetarian meals. Sanzen (private instruction with Mitra-roshi) is offered twice a day\, and there are daily teisho (Zen talks by the Roshi). \nhttp://www.sanmonjizen.org/sesshin.html
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/7-day-sesshin-9-28-to-10-5-2/
LOCATION:Mountain Gate Sanmonji
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160925T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160925T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T175120
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SUMMARY:First Annual NABA Buddhists Conference Online
DESCRIPTION:All Buddhists and representatives with Buddhist groups across North America \nare invited to join North American Buddhist Alliance's first annual virtual conference. \nThe September 25th 3 to 5 PM PDT program aims to bring the greater Sangha online\, \noffering opportunities for the North American Buddhist community to interact and become better acquainted. \nSpace is limited\, please register today at: \nhttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/2e8e5fed3378aa55c5b9141539e44ee6
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/first-annual-naba-buddhists-conference-online-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160828T000000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Noble Silence Retreat
DESCRIPTION:On this weekend retreat we will be exploring the practice of Noble Silence – stillness of body\, speech\, and mind – and learning how to bring stillness into our daily lives. The retreat leaders are Bodhana and Lilasiddhi\, members of the Triratna Buddhist Order who have led several Noble Silence retreats at Aryaloka. Simple vegetarian food will be served. \nThis retreat is suitable for people who already have some meditation experience.
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/introduction-to-noble-silence-retreat-2/
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160816
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SUMMARY:NABA Board of Directors Retreat
DESCRIPTION:North American Buddhist Alliance needs you! \nWe need Buddhist representatives from different regions and traditions across North America to join our small leadership team! \nPlease join us the week of August 15th for an in-person retreat where we will be developing NABA's strategies for the next two years. \nIf you are interested in volunteering with NABA and would like to become involved\, \nplease email info@NorthAmericanBuddhistAlliance.org or call Guo Cheen at 253-886-6251.
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/naba-board-of-directors-retreat-2/
LOCATION:TCN Buddhist Center
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160811T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160815T000000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190319T205324Z
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SUMMARY:Meditate Celebrate Activate Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join Jeff Warren of The Consciousness Explorers Club for a different kind of retreat. Silent until dinner\, we sit in MEDITATION four to five hours a day\, a mix of solo and guided excursions into feeling\, sound\, energy\, openness\, silence\, rest\, surrender\, as well as more dynamic movement and nature and loving-kindness meditations. Each of these is an adventure into a different corner of human experience\, a fresh inquiry into who and how we are\, a unique exploration of consciousness. \nFor more information and testimonials\, click here:\nhttp://www.consciousnessexplorersclub.com/retreat/ \nTo register: \n1. Fill out the online registration form. Click here. \n2. We’ll email you to let you know if there’s space. If so\, we ask you to pay to hold your space. You can pay by e-transfer\, or credit card / PalPal ($15 extra to cover credit card/ PayPal processing). Refund policy: $50 admin fee if cancel; $100 if cancel within 2 weeks of retreat
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/meditate-celebrate-activate-retreat-2/
LOCATION:Sugar Ridge Retreat Centre
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160727T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160731T000000
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SUMMARY:Wisdom in Action
DESCRIPTION:Given the speed and busyness of modern life it’s more important than ever to make time to connect with your body\, mind\, and environment. It’s in these moments of simple and direct connection that you can discover your deepest intentions to be of benefit to your friends\, family\, and society. Now imagine adding an assembly of wise and inspiring teachers\, a community of like-minded individuals and the breathtaking beauty of Shambhala Mountain Center in the peak of summer. \nTake a leap and immerse yourself in a culture of purpose\, compassion\, and celebration. Connect with your deepest aspiration. Envision an awakened world\, and cultivate the skills to put practice into action in your personal\, social\, and professional life. Teachers from a variety of contemplative traditions will be leading the way in support of one common mission: putting wisdom in action. \nJoin Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche\, Venerable Pannavati\, Bishop Marc Andrus\, Acharya Adam Lobel\, Leslie Booker\, and Acharya Fleet Maull for a 4-Day retreat unlike any other.
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/wisdom-in-action-2/
LOCATION:Shambhala Mountain Center
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160721T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160726T000000
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SUMMARY:Summer Stillness Meditation Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Several days of stillness\, silence\, and meditation can be an important means to deeper understanding of ourselves and the Dharma. Retreat time helps our learning soak through to our core\, so that we are more consistently and fully expressing kindness and wisdom in our lives.On this retreat we will have several formal meditation sessions each day\, including the practice of Mindfulness of Breathing\, Metta Bhavana\, open ‘formless’ meditations\, and walking meditation. There will also be time during the day for personal contemplation\, yoga practice\, or deep rest.
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/summer-stillness-meditation-retreat-2/
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160716T153000
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SUMMARY:RECOLLECTIVE AWARENESS MEDITATION DAY-LONG WORKSHOP
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is open to anyone interested in meditation. We will use an approach called Recollective Awareness Meditation\, based on a form of vipassana\, which involves meditating with our thoughts\, emotions\, and sensations rather than considering them distractions. Afterwards we will recollect and reflect upon what happened during the meditation sitting. This experiential process introduces beginners to a meditation practice that is gentle and friendly from the outset\, while it supports experienced meditators in bringing more awareness and compassion to their inner world. Please bring any sitting stuff you like; chairs & zafus are available. \nhttp://skillfulmeditation.org/SDmonthly2015.html
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/recollective-awareness-meditation-day-long-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160709T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160709T170000
DTSTAMP:20260524T175120
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SUMMARY:July Sesshin
DESCRIPTION:July 9th 9:00am - 5:00pm\nregister by july 7th 12:00pm\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSELECT AN OPTION BELOW TO CONTINUE WITH YOUR REGISTRATION\n\nMEMBER RATE$100\nMEMBER RATE WITH ORYOKI SET RENTAL$110\nNON MEMBER RATE$125\nNON MEMBER RATE WITH ORYOKI SET RENTAL$135
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/july-sesshin-2/
LOCATION:Ordinary Mind Zendo
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160708T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160716T000000
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SUMMARY:Summer Sesshin
DESCRIPTION:Overnight retreats for intensive Zen practice\, called sesshin\, take place at the Boundless Way Zen Temple in Worcester\, 4 times a year\, in March/April\, July\, September/October\, and December and range from 3-7 days in length. \nThey are a powerful way to take the next step in Zen\, and to connect to the power\, strength\, and support of the community. \nIf you are considering coming to your first sesshin\, please talk to any Boundless Way Dharma teacher--especially if you're feeling daunted or intimidated by the prospect. (Sesshin are much more survivable than you may imagine!) \nSee http://boundlesswayzen.org/calendar.htm for details and dates.
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/summer-sesshin/
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160616T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20160621T000000
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SUMMARY:Meditation Retreat for People of Color
DESCRIPTION:Meditation Retreat for People of Color\nWith Mushim Ikeda\, Bonnie Duran and Vance Pryor (Assistant)\nJune 16 - 21\, 2017 \n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n\nIn many traditions\, people journey into the wilderness for contemplation and purification. How often do we have the opportunity to connect to our deepest intentions and to experience spiritual renewal? Taking place at 9\,000 feet in pristine meadowland in New Mexico\, the Vallecitos People of Color Retreat is designed to offer and support a practical introduction to insight meditation (vipassana). Meditation embodies the essence and wisdom of the teachings of the Buddha and has been the foundation of Buddhist teachings for 2\,500 years. It is a simple and direct practice. Meditation is extraordinary in its simplicity\, its lack of dogma and\, above all\, its results. This path to self-awareness can be successfully applied by anyone to their everyday lives. The ancient and profound teachings of interconnectedness and compassion are the foundations of spiritual awareness. \nThe retreat is based on the intensive training retreats that are traditionally the heart of Buddhist practice.  The daily schedule\, conducted in silence\, is comprised of group sitting periods alternating with walking meditation outdoors. There are group interviews with the teachers and a daily discourse from the teachings of the Buddha. In addition\, there will be opportunities for optional group hikes and mindful movement to allow practitioners to fully experience Vallecitos’ beautiful natural setting\, and to support physical joy and ease. Gourmet vegetarian meals add to the special nature of this retreat. To cultivate the meditation process\, please note that complete silence is maintained at all times throughout the retreat\, except during meditation practice interviews and the talks by the teachers\, which may be followed by a communal conversation. \nThis retreat continues the ground-breaking tradition established at Vallecitos over the past two decades. People of color come to the mountains\, the forest and the river not to conference\, network\, analyze or plan\, but to practice one of the world’s oldest and wisest contemplative traditions. For some\, the retreat may be the first extended period of meditation practice and practicing silence.  No previous meditation experience is required to participate and the retreat is suitable for individuals at all levels of practice. \n*This is a retreat for people of color.  If you do not identify as a person of color\, we are happy to help you find another VMRC retreat. \n\n\n\nTeachers\n\n\nMushim Ikeda\nMushim Ikeda-Nash is a meditation teacher\, community peace activist\, writer\, diversity facilitator\, and mother of a 27-year-old son. She has done both monastic and lay Buddhist practice over the past 35 years\, in the U.S.\, Canada\, Mexico\, and S. Korea. Her poetry\, fiction and essays have been published widely in journals and anthologies such as the Shambhala Sun\, Buddhadharma\, and Innovative Buddhist Women: Swimming Against the Stream. Mushim was coeditor of Making the Invisible Visible: Healing Racism in Our Buddhist Communities. Her work has been featured in two documentary films\, Between the Lines: Asian American Women Poets and Acting on Faith: Women and the New Religious Activism in America\,…\nLearn more about Mushim Ikeda\n\n\n\nBonnie Duran\nBonnie Duran\, PhD\, began Buddhist meditation practice 35 years ago. Bonnie attended the very first People of Color Mediation Retreat at Vallecitos decades ago and we are proud to have her sit on our Teachers’ Council today.  Bonnie enjoys teaching Spirit Rock’s Dedicated Practitioners Program\, short and long retreats at Spirit Rock and IMS\, and holds a People of Color and Allies Sangha in Seattle\, WA. She also directs the University of Washington’s Center for Indigenous Health Research. Listen to one of Bonnie’s talks: Mana (Conceit) and Skillful Means given at IMS on September 15\, 2012 – 53 minutes\, 32.3 MB (Download\, Stream)\nLearn more about Bonnie Duran\n\n\n\nVance Pryor (Assistant)\nVance Pryor\, PsyD\, began insight meditation in 1998. He has been deeply influenced by the teachings of Sayadaw U Pandita and Sayadaw U Tejaniya. He currently is being trained as a teacher by Steve Armstrong and Kamala Masters.\nLearn more about Vance Pryor (Assistant)
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/meditation-retreat-for-people-of-color-2/
LOCATION:Vallecitos Mountain Retreat Center
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20160316
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20160317
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SUMMARY:Launching of NABA
DESCRIPTION:FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE \nLAUNCHING OF THE FIRST NON-SECTARIAN NETWORK OF BUDDHIST GROUPS IN NORTH AMERICA \nAs a hub of support and for sharing resources\, North American Buddhist Alliance expects to encourage many collaborations among peace-loving Buddhists across the region. \nMarch 16\, 2016. (Seattle\, WA) Today\, North American Buddhist Alliance (NABA) launches its interactive website for Buddhists in the region so that the teachings of the Buddha may be even more skillfully shared and so that peace may result in the minds and social realities here. \nPresently no Buddhist network exists in North America. Given the rapid population growth of Buddhists and Buddhist groups on the North American continent\, a member-supported association that informs the public about the presence of various Buddhist groups and supports Buddhists in the sharing of resources or efforts toward collective action is an absolute necessity. \nNABA was founded with the support of a few dozen Buddhist teachers who lead groups in the United States and Canada. A small idea that began at the 2015 International Dharma Teachers’ Gathering grew to become an official nonprofit organization with an interactive website\, a quarterly e-newsletter\, and virtual and in-person opportunities for Buddhists to share ideas and event information\, to create joint initiatives and projects. \nReverend Guo Cheen\, one of the directors of the NABA Board\, points to the interdependent Indra’s Net integrated into the NABA logo\, “it represents the cohesion and cooperation possible\, both of which must happen to a certain degree to turn the wheel of the Dharma in the West. And as the wheel turns\, each piece of the whole is made more radiant.” \nNABA serves as a resource for Buddhists and Buddhist groups across North America and can be followed at NorthAmericanBuddhistAlliance.org. For more information please contact Guo Cheen at info@NorthAmericanBuddhistAlliance.org or 253-886-6251. \n#  #  #  #
URL:https://www.northamericanbuddhistalliance.org/event/launching-of-naba/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Event Archive 2016
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