As we enter a future of increased physical isolation finding skilful ways to connect online as a Sheffield Sangha is becoming more important.
Slack is a simple way for all the Sangha to stay connected and to find out about upcoming events and Centre news.
Contact us to sign up.
At the Sheffield Buddhist Centre we’ve updated some of the activities at the Centre in line with the new lockdown regulations:
It is still allowed for people to attend “places of worship” for ”communal worship”. Outdoor gatherings of either 6 people or 2 households are allowed and we are continuing to offer volunteering opportunities in line with government guidelines.
- You are required to wear a mask in the building (unless exempt).
- Keep 2m socially distanced in the building & grounds.
- We will record the details of everyone coming into the Centre for Track and Trace.
- If you are experiencing symptoms of Covid-19 or have been in contact with someone with Covid do not to come to the Centre until the NHS advises you that it is safe to do so.
We are doing all we can to set up and implement Covid secure protocols but ultimately it is the responsibility of each individual to make the decision to come to our in person events or not. Where possible we will be offering an online option.
Chair, Sheffield Buddhist Centre
Calendar
Event List
Tue - Tue
20 - 20Apr
Early Morning Meditation
7:00 am - 7:45 am
20 - 20Apr
7:00 am - 7:45 am
Join the men’s community in the Great Hall for weekday morning meditations. Please book if you would like to reserve a place, or you can drop in as it’s unlikely that we will reach our social distanced capacity.
It is an un-led meditation practice; mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana on alternate days.
Please arrive a few minutes early to get set up.
*** You can now join Morning Meditation through Zoom! ***
For a limited time, morning meditations will also be live on Zoom for you to join. Log in before 7am to hear the bells straight from the Great Hall every weekday morning.
Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/
Passcode: awake
In person meditation in the Great hall is still available.
Tue - Tue
20 - 20Apr
The Myth of the Return Journey
7:15 pm - 9:30 pm
20 - 20Apr
7:15 pm - 9:30 pm
Bodhinaga tells a classic Mahayana story: The myth of the return journey. Does being at the Buddhist centre ever feel like coming home?
This is a hybrid event, with a Dharma talk followed by discussion groups then meditation. Discussion groups will take place outdoors under one of the covered areas in the centre gardens, so please dress appropriately and request a hot water bottle if you would like.
Continuing the theme of ‘Stories of the Path’, this talk explores the next two stages of the spiritual path: Spiritual Death and Spiritual Rebirth.
If you are participating online please use the Zoom link below to join; if you are coming to the Buddhist Centre use the form below to book:
Wed - Wed
21 - 21Apr
Early Morning Meditation
7:00 am - 7:45 am
21 - 21Apr
7:00 am - 7:45 am
Join the men’s community in the Great Hall for weekday morning meditations. Please book if you would like to reserve a place, or you can drop in as it’s unlikely that we will reach our social distanced capacity.
It is an un-led meditation practice; mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana on alternate days.
Please arrive a few minutes early to get set up.
*** You can now join Morning Meditation through Zoom! ***
For a limited time, morning meditations will also be live on Zoom for you to join. Log in before 7am to hear the bells straight from the Great Hall every weekday morning.
Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/
Passcode: awake
In person meditation in the Great hall is still available.
Thu - Thu
22 - 22Apr
Early Morning Meditation
7:00 am - 7:45 am
22 - 22Apr
7:00 am - 7:45 am
Join the men’s community in the Great Hall for weekday morning meditations. Please book if you would like to reserve a place, or you can drop in as it’s unlikely that we will reach our social distanced capacity.
It is an un-led meditation practice; mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana on alternate days.
Please arrive a few minutes early to get set up.
*** You can now join Morning Meditation through Zoom! ***
For a limited time, morning meditations will also be live on Zoom for you to join. Log in before 7am to hear the bells straight from the Great Hall every weekday morning.
Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/
Passcode: awake
In person meditation in the Great hall is still available.
Fri - Fri
23 - 23Apr
Early Morning Meditation
7:00 am - 7:45 am
23 - 23Apr
7:00 am - 7:45 am
Join the men’s community in the Great Hall for weekday morning meditations. Please book if you would like to reserve a place, or you can drop in as it’s unlikely that we will reach our social distanced capacity.
It is an un-led meditation practice; mindfulness of breathing and metta bhavana on alternate days.
Please arrive a few minutes early to get set up.
*** You can now join Morning Meditation through Zoom! ***
For a limited time, morning meditations will also be live on Zoom for you to join. Log in before 7am to hear the bells straight from the Great Hall every weekday morning.
Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/
Passcode: awake
In person meditation in the Great hall is still available.
Sangha Night
'Stories of the Path'
Using stories to unlock the secrets of our System of Practice, from true tales to mighty myths within the Buddhist tradition and beyond.
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).
Hybrid Sangha Nights resume from Tuesday 30th March
Book your place if you would like to attend in person to listen to the talk in the Great Hall followed by discussion groups (hosted outdoors) and meditation. Click the event titles on this page to book.
Programme
7.15pm Zoom room Open
7.30pm – 8.05pm Dharma Talk
8.05pm – 8.15pm Tea Break
8.15pm – 8.55pm Discussion groups
8.55pm – 9.00pm Tea Break
9.00pm – 9.30pm Meditation
Listen again to Sangha night talks
Leaving Home: Spiritual Death in the Life of the Buddha
A talk by Dharmamayi at Sheffield Buddhist Centre Sangha Night 06.04.21 on Spiritual Death and Spiritual Rebirth.
Positive Emotion
Dharma talk given on Sangha Night at Sheffield Buddhist Centre by Padmavajra on 16.3.21.
Pingiya’s praises
Dharma talk at the Sheffield Buddhist Centre on Sangha Night by Maitrivasin on 9.3.21.
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.
- Padmasambhava Day when we fete the historical and mythological accomplishments of the character who established Buddhism in Tibet.
Special Events coming up
Sun - Sun
17 - 17Oct
India Day
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
17 - 17Oct
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
A Celebration of the Lives and Friendship of Sangharakshita and Dr Ambedkar
October marks the 65th anniversary of the mass conversion of the followers of Dr Ambedkar to Buddhism. It also marks the anniversary of the death of our founder, Urgyen Sangharakshita. This event will celebrate the lives of both men and explore how their friendship has made a deep impression on the Triratna Buddhist Community.
Sat - Sat
13 - 13Nov
Monthly YUBS Event
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
13 - 13Nov
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Young (Under 35) Buddhists Sheffield Event.
Join us for Dharma, discussion and ritual.
Facilitated by Cesca.
More details and poster coming up on the YUBS Slack channel. Not on Slack yet? Email the centre and we’ll send you a link, or contact aryadasa@sheffieldbuddhistcentre.org for more information.
Sun - Sun
21 - 21Nov
Sangha Day
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
21 - 21Nov
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Celebrate the spiritual community on Sangha Day. Culminating in a festive Sangha Day puja. More details to come…
Sat - Sat
18 - 18Dec
Monthly YUBS Event
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
18 - 18Dec
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Young (Under 35) Buddhists Sheffield Event.
Join us for Dharma, discussion and ritual.
Facilitated by Owen.
More details and poster coming up on the YUBS Slack channel. Not on Slack yet? Email the centre and we’ll send you a link, or contact aryadasa@sheffieldbuddhistcentre.org for more information.