In this ninth episode in the New Horizons in Engaged Buddhism series, host Julia Sagebien interviews Joshin Byrnes. Joshin is a Zen priest and teacher at Bread Loaf Mountain Zen Community in Middlebury, Vermont, a hub of community-engaged practice with direct service programs that include an active daily drop-in center called Gather and transitional supported […]
This weekly book club is hosted by Kat Symington Muendell. Each week, members will discuss a book or article related to engaged Buddhism. Email Kat at bcdbookclub@gmail.com for the weekly reading assignment and Zoom link and to get on the Book Club mailing list.
This is a weekly meditation group facilitated by Linda Modaro. It is a welcoming drop-in group—join when you can. Meeting ID: 818 7605 9491 Passcode: 100 Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81876059491?pwd=TUpXZ0V3bHYya1c0cjRia2JBS3J3UT09 What to Expect Each session begins with an invitation to bring your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with activism into your meditation; holding them in the conditions […]
This is a group for women to express and discuss their own lived experience within the safety of a women's-only space. The group's focus is on matters relevant to engaged Buddhism. Topics may include patriarchy within Buddhist groups, activist groups, and society at large. Depending on the interests of the members, the group may discuss […]
BCD is hosting a First Sunday Democracy Observance on July 5th at 11:00 a.m. ET. The event was initiated by member Morris Doshin Sullivan Sensei in conjunction with other Buddhist and interfaith organizations. The Zoom event will commemorate the 250th anniversary of our nation's independence at a time when our democracy is under threat and […]
This is a weekly meditation group facilitated by Linda Modaro. It is a welcoming drop-in group—join when you can. Meeting ID: 818 7605 9491 Passcode: 100 Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81876059491?pwd=TUpXZ0V3bHYya1c0cjRia2JBS3J3UT09 What to Expect Each session begins with an invitation to bring your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with activism into your meditation; holding them in the conditions […]
This is a members-only meeting for Communications Commitee members to dicuss communications strategy regarding the BCD website, press releases, social media, telecasts and podcasts, Substack publications, and newsletter. If you are interested in joining the committee, please contact Amaury Cruz at <amaurycruz@yahoo.com>.
This is a Buddhist-led, inter-faith, day-long practice and pilgrimage in NYC Inspired by the Buddhist Monks’ 2,300-mile Walk for Peace. Pilgrims will do sitting and walking meditation, transferring merit and metta practice, chanting and ceremonies for everyone’s safety and protection. The day will culminate in a joyful gathering, with songs, poetry, movement, food. All are welcome […]
This weekly book club is hosted by Kat Symington Muendell. Each week, members will discuss a book or article related to engaged Buddhism. Email Kat at bcdbookclub@gmail.com for the weekly reading assignment and Zoom link and to get on the Book Club mailing list.
This is a weekly meditation group facilitated by Linda Modaro. It is a welcoming drop-in group—join when you can. Meeting ID: 818 7605 9491 Passcode: 100 Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81876059491?pwd=TUpXZ0V3bHYya1c0cjRia2JBS3J3UT09 What to Expect Each session begins with an invitation to bring your thoughts, feelings, and experiences with activism into your meditation; holding them in the conditions […]