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Regulars

For those who have completed the 12 week introductory course and those familiar with the System of Dharma Life including the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana. This page gives you information on what’s on every week at the Buddhist Centre as well as special events and retreats.

Sangha Night
Special Events
Regular Events
Generosity
Calendar & Diary Dates

Sangha Night

An evening of talks, discussion, meditation and ritual exploring the current Sangha night theme. Sangha night is open to those who have completed our Introductory Course (not suitable for newcomers).

 

 

Baked Potato Club

Doors open from 6pm – food served from 6.30pm.

We invite you to bring vegetarian accompaniments for our yummy baked potatoes – salads/vegetables, curry/chilli, hummus/dips – hot food especially welcome, or desserts and sweets! Coming along early for the shared meal is a great way to meet new friends, catch up with old ones and to help build Sangha.

Programme

7.30pm – 8.20pm Dharma Talk

8.20pm – 9.00pm Discussion groups

 9.00pm – 9.20pm Tea Break

9.25pm – 10pm Meditation

Listen again to Sangha Night Talks

Watch the most recent Sangha Night talks below:

Dr Ambedkar: Healing the World Through his Vision of Sacred Humanity

Date: 4th Nov 2019

Speaker: Vajratara

Series: Two Remarkable Men

Audio: (right click to download) 

The Buddha Here and Now

Date: 30th Oct 2019

Speaker: Padmavajra

Series: Tantra Now!

Audio: (right click to download) 

Making Life Magic

Date: 23rd Oct 2019

Speaker: Vadanya

Series: Tantra Now!

Audio: (right click to download) 

1 2 … 123 Next »

The Burning Ground

Date: 20th Nov 2019

Speaker: Moksatara

Series: Tantra Now!

Audio: (right click to download) 

1 2 … 369 Next »

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You can find an archive of audio versions of earlier talks here

And here's what's coming up:

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Special Events

We run events of many sorts for people at all levels of commitment – short retreats, study of Buddhist texts, meditative ‘sesshins’ and occasional arts activities like singing workshops. We also celebrate the major festivals of the Buddhist calendar: Wesak and Parinirvana Day, commemorating the Buddha’s Enlightenment and his death; Dharma Day and Sangha Day celebrating the Buddha’s teachings and the spiritual community of his followers, and Padmasambhava Day when we fete the historical and mythological accomplishments of the character who established Buddhism in Tibet.

There is something on at the Centre most weekends. Most events are open to anyone already familiar with the Triratna Buddhist Community and the two main meditations we teach. If that isn’t you, look at the Newcomers page first.

And here's what's coming up over the next few weeks:

Gender Diverse Sheffield

Gender Diverse Sheffield

 Fri 20th Dec  7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

A gathering for anyone in the Triratna community who identifies as gender diverse (e.g. non-binary, gender-fluid, trans, intersex, gender-questioning).  An opportunity for connection and...

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Solstice Ritual

Solstice Ritual

 Sat 21st Dec  6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Solstice Ritual

Our annual mid-winter festival marking the turning of year and the return of the light.

A ritual for all ages with candles, mid-winter...

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Parinirvana Day Festival

Parinirvana Day Festival

 Sun 16th Feb  2:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Our first festival of the year, marking the Buddha’s passing into final Nirvana at ‘death’. We will also be remembering friends and loved ones who have passed away during the previous year....

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Gender Diverse Sheffield

Gender Diverse Sheffield

 Fri 20th Dec  7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

A gathering for anyone in the Triratna community who identifies as gender diverse (e.g. non-binary, gender-fluid, trans, intersex, gender-questioning).  An opportunity for connection and...

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Regular Events

Information on what’s on every week at the Buddhist Centre. Please check the Calendar during holidays, timings may vary.

Morning Meditation

  Friday   7.30am-8.20am

Monday to Friday 7.30am-8.20am Set up a regular meditation practice by meditating with others first thing. Each session has bells rung for the meditation.

Meditation Practice Evening

  Friday   7.30pm-9.00pm

An evening of stillness and meditation. Led by Jayagupta and Dayarakshita.

Lunchtime Drop-in

  Tuesday   1.00pm-2.00pm

One hour sessions including led body awareness and mindfulness of breathing or development of loving kindness meditation. Ideal for newcomers or anyone looking for a quieter, stiller way to spend their lunch hour. 

Doors open from 12.30am, and the class starts promptly at 1pm, so if you can, come a little early, giving yourself a chance to ‘arrive’. Free, donations welcome.

Calendar

Here’s what’s happening when at the Buddhist Centre. Diary dates for events a bit further in the future, like weekend retreats or festival days, are below. Green Events are suitable for beginners, all other events are for those who have completed an introductory course.

9th December 2019 - 15th December 2019

Early Morning Meditation

Early Morning Meditation

 Fri 13th Dec  7:30 am - 8:20 am

Start the day well by meditating and chanting the refuges and precepts with Sangha members.

Please note the change of time

Monday to Friday 7.30am –...

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Meditation Practice Night

Meditation Practice Night

 Fri 13th Dec  7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

An evening of stillness and meditation.

Led by Jayagupta and Dayarakshita.

Fridays 7.30pm – 9pm

 

Please note that there will be no Practice...

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16th December 2019 - 22nd December 2019

Early Morning Meditation

Early Morning Meditation

 Mon 16th Dec  7:30 am - 8:20 am

Start the day well by meditating and chanting the refuges and precepts with Sangha members.

Please note the change of time

Monday to Friday 7.30am –...

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Early Morning Meditation

Early Morning Meditation

 Tue 17th Dec  7:30 am - 8:20 am

Start the day well by meditating and chanting the refuges and precepts with Sangha members.

Please note the change of time

Monday to Friday 7.30am –...

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Lunchtime Drop-in Meditation

Lunchtime Drop-in Meditation

 Tue 17th Dec  1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

One-hour sessions including led body awareness and mindfulness of breathing or development of loving kindness meditation. Ideal for newcomers or anyone looking for a quieter, stiller way to spend...

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Sangha Night

Sangha Night

 Tue 17th Dec  6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Sangha Night is the heart of the regular events at the Sheffield Buddhist Centre and runs every Tuesday evening.

It is open to anyone who has completed our 12-week Introductory...

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Early Morning Meditation

Early Morning Meditation

 Wed 18th Dec  7:30 am - 8:20 am

Start the day well by meditating and chanting the refuges and precepts with Sangha members.

Please note the change of time

Monday to Friday 7.30am –...

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Early Morning Meditation

Early Morning Meditation

 Thu 19th Dec  7:30 am - 8:20 am

Start the day well by meditating and chanting the refuges and precepts with Sangha members.

Please note the change of time

Monday to Friday 7.30am –...

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Early Morning Meditation

Early Morning Meditation

 Fri 20th Dec  7:30 am - 8:20 am

Start the day well by meditating and chanting the refuges and precepts with Sangha members.

Please note the change of time

Monday to Friday 7.30am –...

Read More...

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Gender Diverse Sheffield

Gender Diverse Sheffield

 Fri 20th Dec  7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

A gathering for anyone in the Triratna community who identifies as gender diverse (e.g. non-binary, gender-fluid, trans, intersex, gender-questioning).  An opportunity for connection and...

Read More...

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Meditation Practice Night

Meditation Practice Night

 Fri 20th Dec  7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

An evening of stillness and meditation.

Led by Jayagupta and Dayarakshita.

Fridays 7.30pm – 9pm

 

Please note that there will be no Practice...

Read More...

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Solstice Ritual

Solstice Ritual

 Sat 21st Dec  6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Solstice Ritual

Our annual mid-winter festival marking the turning of year and the return of the light.

A ritual for all ages with candles, mid-winter...

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23rd December 2019 - 29th December 2019

Sangha Night

Sangha Night

 Tue 24th Dec  6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Sangha Night is the heart of the regular events at the Sheffield Buddhist Centre and runs every Tuesday evening.

It is open to anyone who has completed our 12-week Introductory...

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30th December 2019 - 5th January 2020

Sangha Night

Sangha Night

 Tue 31st Dec  6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Sangha Night is the heart of the regular events at the Sheffield Buddhist Centre and runs every Tuesday evening.

It is open to anyone who has completed our 12-week Introductory...

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6th January 2020 - 12th January 2020

Sangha Night

Sangha Night

 Tue 7th Jan  6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Sangha Night is the heart of the regular events at the Sheffield Buddhist Centre and runs every Tuesday evening.

It is open to anyone who has completed our 12-week Introductory...

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Introductory Day

Introductory Day

 Sat 11th Jan  10:00 am - 5:00 pm

A day introducing basic Buddhist principles and meditations.  We don’t charge for these events, but donations are welcome from those who can afford them. Lunch will be provided. All adults...

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13th January 2020 - 19th January 2020

Sangha Night

Sangha Night

 Tue 14th Jan  6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Sangha Night is the heart of the regular events at the Sheffield Buddhist Centre and runs every Tuesday evening.

It is open to anyone who has completed our 12-week Introductory...

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Introductory Day

Introductory Day

 Sun 19th Jan  10:00 am - 5:00 pm

A day introducing basic Buddhist principles and meditations.  We don’t charge for these events, but donations are welcome from those who can afford them. Lunch will be provided. All adults...

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20th January 2020 - 26th January 2020

Sangha Night

Sangha Night

 Tue 21st Jan  6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Sangha Night is the heart of the regular events at the Sheffield Buddhist Centre and runs every Tuesday evening.

It is open to anyone who has completed our 12-week Introductory...

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Introducing Buddhism & Meditation

Introducing Buddhism & Meditation

 Wed 22nd Jan  7:30 pm - 10:00 pm

A Six-Week Course Introducing Buddhism & Meditation

A course exploring basic Buddhist tools for living well: ethics, meditation and wisdom.   It includes an...

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27th January 2020 - 2nd February 2020

Sangha Night

Sangha Night

 Tue 28th Jan  6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Sangha Night is the heart of the regular events at the Sheffield Buddhist Centre and runs every Tuesday evening.

It is open to anyone who has completed our 12-week Introductory...

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3rd February 2020 - 9th February 2020

Sangha Night

Sangha Night

 Tue 4th Feb  6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Sangha Night is the heart of the regular events at the Sheffield Buddhist Centre and runs every Tuesday evening.

It is open to anyone who has completed our 12-week Introductory...

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Mitra Retreat

Mitra Retreat

 Fri 7th Feb  All Day

For Mitras and Order Members

Our first retreat of the year – an opportunity to go deeper with the support of your Sangha friends and within the beautiful surroundings...

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10th February 2020 - 16th February 2020

Sangha Night

Sangha Night

 Tue 11th Feb  6:30 pm - 10:00 pm

Sangha Night is the heart of the regular events at the Sheffield Buddhist Centre and runs every Tuesday evening.

It is open to anyone who has completed our 12-week Introductory...

Read More...

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Parinirvana Day Festival

Parinirvana Day Festival

 Sun 16th Feb  2:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Our first festival of the year, marking the Buddha’s passing into final Nirvana at ‘death’. We will also be remembering friends and loved ones who have passed away during the previous year....

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Diary Dates

Mitra Retreat

Mitra Retreat

 Fri 7th Feb  All Day

For Mitras and Order Members

Our first retreat of the year – an opportunity to go deeper with the support of your Sangha friends and within the beautiful surroundings...

Read More...

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Parinirvana Day Festival

Parinirvana Day Festival

 Sun 16th Feb  2:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Our first festival of the year, marking the Buddha’s passing into final Nirvana at ‘death’. We will also be remembering friends and loved ones who have passed away during the previous year....

Read More...

Add to Google

Sangha Retreat

Sangha Retreat

 Fri 20th Mar  All Day

Spring Sangha Retreat

Get the depth and intensity of a retreat by spending a weekend with your Sangha friends in the Peak District. Booking is essential – please...

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Buddha Day

Buddha Day

 Sun 10th May  All Day

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Families Retreat

Families Retreat

 Fri 5th Jun  All Day

Weekend retreat at the Thornbridge Outdoor Centre in the Peak District. Suitable for families of all ages with at least one practising parent (non-Buddhist partners also...

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Dharma Day Festival

Dharma Day Festival

 Sun 5th Jul  All Day

This major Buddhist Festival celebrates the truth as seen by the Buddha, and the path that leads to the truth.

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Sangha Retreat, Adhisthana

Sangha Retreat, Adhisthana

 Fri 31st Jul  All Day

Spend the weekend in the company of  Sangha friends,  meditating, discussing the Dharma and enjoying the grounds at Adhisthana Retreat Centre. Friday evening to Sunday afternoon.  There will be...

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Padmasambhava Day Festival

Padmasambhava Day Festival

 Sun 27th Sep  All Day

A magical festival evoking the bodhisattva Padmasambhava, the archetypal figure associated with wisdom, compassion and transformation of our deepest energies.

 

 

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Sub35 Northern Sangha Retreat

Sub35 Northern Sangha Retreat

 Fri 9th Oct  All Day

Booking essential. See noticeboard for more info, or join our Facebook page for updates, info or to book on to the retreat – sub35 Sheffield Buddhist...

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Mitra Retreat

Mitra Retreat

 Fri 7th Feb  All Day

For Mitras and Order Members

Our first retreat of the year – an opportunity to go deeper with the support of your Sangha friends and within the beautiful surroundings...

Read More...

Add to Google

Parinirvana Day Festival

Parinirvana Day Festival

 Sun 16th Feb  2:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Our first festival of the year, marking the Buddha’s passing into final Nirvana at ‘death’. We will also be remembering friends and loved ones who have passed away during the previous year....

Read More...

Add to Google

Sangha Retreat

Sangha Retreat

 Fri 20th Mar  All Day

Spring Sangha Retreat

Get the depth and intensity of a retreat by spending a weekend with your Sangha friends in the Peak District. Booking is essential – please...

Read More...

Add to Google

Buddha Day

Buddha Day

 Sun 10th May  All Day

Read More...

Add to Google

Families Retreat

Families Retreat

 Fri 5th Jun  All Day

Weekend retreat at the Thornbridge Outdoor Centre in the Peak District. Suitable for families of all ages with at least one practising parent (non-Buddhist partners also...

Read More...

Add to Google

Dharma Day Festival

Dharma Day Festival

 Sun 5th Jul  All Day

This major Buddhist Festival celebrates the truth as seen by the Buddha, and the path that leads to the truth.

Add to Google

Sangha Retreat, Adhisthana

Sangha Retreat, Adhisthana

 Fri 31st Jul  All Day

Spend the weekend in the company of  Sangha friends,  meditating, discussing the Dharma and enjoying the grounds at Adhisthana Retreat Centre. Friday evening to Sunday afternoon.  There will be...

Read More...

Add to Google

Padmasambhava Day Festival

Padmasambhava Day Festival

 Sun 27th Sep  All Day

A magical festival evoking the bodhisattva Padmasambhava, the archetypal figure associated with wisdom, compassion and transformation of our deepest energies.

 

 

Add to Google

Sub35 Northern Sangha Retreat

Sub35 Northern Sangha Retreat

 Fri 9th Oct  All Day

Booking essential. See noticeboard for more info, or join our Facebook page for updates, info or to book on to the retreat – sub35 Sheffield Buddhist...

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Generosity

Join the Mandala of Generosity

We invite everyone who uses the Buddhist Centre to be part of the mandala of generosity by giving money and/or practical help. The bedrock of the dana economy is the standing order income which pays the bills and the living expenses of the Centre Team. If you value the Centre, please consider setting up one of these.

You can also make donations online or put cheques (made out to ‘Sheffield Buddhist Centre’) in the Dana Bowls at the Centre.If you’d like to set up a standing order to us please go to our Standing Orders Page

Practical Generosity

Our busy Centre also relies on people being generous with practical help. So if you have some spare time, or if you have a particular talent or ability that might be helpful, please get in touch and tell us.

Our Centre runs on generosity or dana and we rely on many of the people attending our events to help keep our building and garden beautiful, clean and running efficiently. Most of the people running events are themselves volunteers.

Want to get involved? The Centre needs cleaners on Tuesday mornings (or let us know when suits you). Find out what else is going on by asking to go on our volunteer email list! We welcome offers of help of all sorts and if you just want to ‘help out’ but don’t know what needs doing, then just ask! Suryamati coordinates volunteering activity.

Contact her or talk to any member of the Centre Team.

Practising Generosity

The Centre needs help with practical tasks from gardening and DIY to leading school visits. Could you help? Join the gardening team on Mondays 10.30-1.30, talk to Suryamati or watch out for details about help needed.

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Buddhist Artefacts

Suitable for all Key Stages A fun activity for all ages. Explore a range of traditional Buddhist artefacts. Can you guess what they might be used for? Pupils and teachers love the hands-on approach of this game.
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Ethics and Kamra

We have a range of exercises and activities, depending on ages and ability levels, exploring Buddhist ethics and their implications for how we might live as Buddhists.  

  • What are the five precepts?
  • How do they affect how we live?
  • Do you agree with the Buddha that living like this will make someone happier?
  • What is karma?
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The Life of the Buddha

How did the Buddha become the Buddha? Who was he before? What is enlightenment?

An understanding of the Buddha’s life story is an indispensable introduction to the religion. We draw out the key aspects using a beautiful painting that depicts the different events from the story.

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The Three Jewels

We often theme our tours and visits around the Three Jewels of Buddhism, the Buddha, the Dhamra and the Sangha. Find out why the Three Jewels are common and central to all schools of Buddhism.

  • The Buddha, representing the ultimate potential for human growth,
  • The Dharma, the teachings of the Buddha.
  • The Sangha, the Buddhist community.
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Stilling Activity

Very popular with both students and teachers, this exercise will give you a taste of what it’s like to meditate.
  • You will be amazed how still and quiet your pupils can be!
  • Learn some techniques from experienced Buddhist meditators that you can use every day to stay calm, grounded and positive.
  • It is not a specifically Buddhist exercise and is therefore suitable for people of all religions. It can be easily adapted to suit all ages.
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