Regular classes and one-off events
Meditate with Us
Lunchtime, teatime and Saturday morning sessions all through the year beginning w/c 19th Sept
From w/c 19th September. Six meditation drop-in sessions every week at lunchtime - after work and on Saturday Mornings* - to suit your busy life. Suitable for all levels of experience or no experience at all. All meditations are guided and everyone over 18 is welcome. No need to book - just turn up before the start time. Just drop-in as and when you can. You can sit on a chair or a meditation mat - or lie down if you need to. No special clothing or equipment is needed.
From w/c 19th September we are holding lunchtime classes on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday and Teatime (after work) classes on Mondays and Thursdays. * NB No Saturday Meditation on Oct 8th - closed for a special event
Mind Reactive, Mind Creative
Wed Evenings from 21st Sept to 26th Oct - 7.00pm to 9.15pm
This six-week sangha night theme is based upon Sangharakshita's classic lecture which helps us to understand the effect our mental processes have on our lives. If we can train ourselves to be aware of our minds and to act creatively in every moment (rather than simply react) then, Sangharakshita says, this will lead us towards Awakening and a contented and fulfilling life.
Each Wednesday Evening from 21st September to 26th October, through talks and discussion, we will be looking at how we can turn reactivity in the world into a more creative approach. Open to both regulars and newcomers.
An Ever-Widening Circle - The Official Opening of York Buddhist Centre
Saturday 8 October 10:30am – 4:30pm
This is a day of celebration, rejoicing, meditation, talks and ritual to mark the opening of our new Buddhist Centre at 17 Walmgate. There will be a dedication ceremony and meditation, chanting, socialising, a puja and a big friendly get-together to celebrate the new Centre and the five significant years since the foundation of a Triratna sangha in York.
The event is in-person only and booking is essential as numbers are limited. The York sangha has priority booking until 11th September. After 12th September booking is open to all our friends in the Triratna movement.
Nearly Full
Crafting and a Cuppa
A chance to experiment with new crafts e.g. card making, glass painting, decoupage as well as knitting and crochet, all in a warm and friendly atmosphere. Meet and make new friends with a cuppa and cake.
From October 10th at York Buddhist Centre 17 Walmgate, York YO1 9TX No charge but donations welcome All Welcome!
Mitra Ceremony
Wednesday 9 November 7pm – 9:15pm
Becoming a mitra (which means "friend") is a significant step someone's spiritual life. It is a declaration that they consider themselves to be a Buddhist within the context of the Triratna Buddhist Community. It is also a commitment to deepening their practice. This is a significant occasion both for the new mitras and those who witness them as they become mitras.
The evening will begin at 6.30 for 7.00pm with cake and refreshments. All are welcome
Heart of the Sangha Mornings - Paused until November
Every second Sunday each Month (except August/September)
Join us on the 2nd Sunday Morning of each month for coffee and chat, a 40 minute meditation and then an opportunity to hear discuss what we are doing/planning in the centre etc. Ideas for future events and activities are very welcome. Open to all sangha members.
Paused until October