The Art of Communicating – Summer Retreat for families and individuals
How to cultivate deep listening, compassionate speech, and true presence – July 21-25, 2021 (UPDATE ON JULY 16, 2021: The registration for the retreat is now closed. For those who wish to attend, but couldn’t do so due to insufficient conditions, we hope you will join our future retreats. May your mindful breathing and peaceful […]
North American OI Retreat Online, June 24 – 27, 2021
Cultivating True Love in the Presence of Suffering You are invited to join us online for the retreat for Order of Interbeing (OI) members and formal aspirants, from Thursday, June 24 to Sunday, June 27 with the theme Cultivating True Love in the Presence of Suffering. The OI Retreat this year is being hosted by […]
Buddha’s Birthday Celebration (Vesak)
Dear Beloved Friends, We warmly invite you, who are fully vaccinated, to join us this Sunday, May 23 for celebrating the Buddha’s Birthday (Vesak). To help us better prepare for the day, we kindly ask you to register at https://www.eventbrite.com/…/buddhas-birthday… . Vegan lunch will be provided. There is no fee for the day, but donation […]
WAKE UP EARTH – An online retreat for young people
May 26 – May 30 An Online Retreat hosted by Deer Park, Blue Cliff and Magnolia Grove Monasteries How can we handle the feelings of dread, loneliness and anger within us and around us? There is no “back to normal” in such an uncertain and complex world, so let’s not go back, let’s come together to build a more […]
Love Letter : Don’t be so hard on yourself
This letter was written in Spanish originally. You can find the Spanish version below. My dear, patient, Kique, You’ve turned 42 and you look so well! I’m very happy that you returned to the Buddhist path two years ago. You’ve realized what transformation it has brought for you and those around you. This path brings joy […]
It won’t always be this way
Dear Friends, Within the last year, Brother Peace lost both of his parents, tragically, to suicide. He wrote this song for them, and for all who suffer with depression. We wish for them deep healing, and continue to practice with them in our hearts. May all beings be happy, safe, and free from sorrow and […]
Calligraphy Exhibition of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh
On March 27, 2021, monastic Brothers and Sisters welcome Venerable monks and nuns and friends for the Calligraphy Exhibition of Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh, our beloved Teacher, in Saigon, Viet Nam. After organizing and hosting the Calligraphy Exhibition of our Teacher in USA, Canada, Germany, Canada, France, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Thailand, we were […]
Day of Mindfulness Online (available only in Vietnamese)
Kính thưa quý vị Phật tử và thân hữu xa gần,Bắt đầu vào tháng 03, quý Thầy và quý Sư cô kính mời quý vị tham dự Ngày quán niệm online vào Chủ Nhật (tuần thứ nhất và thứ ba trong tháng) . Ngày quán niệm sẽ bắt đầu với pháp thoại vào 7:45 sáng […]
A Clearer View Gratitude Letter for Celebrating Our Togetherness Retreat
The retreat has also reminded me of nourishing affirmations. Be gentle to myself. Be kind to myself. I’m grateful for my supportive family, amazing friends, and a home to continue my path of healing. I promise to take care of my inner child, Hannah Banana, better every day. I will keep in touch with her so that we can be honest with each other. If we are worried about something, I’ll breathe with her and I will share our difficulties with others for support.
Online Retreat Action from the Heart
Harnessing the power of understanding and love to change the world. This special retreat is hosted by Plum Village, France ONLINE RETREAT February 24 to February 28, 2021 CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION & TO REGISTER Join us for five-day retreat online on mindful activism This is a special retreat for climate activists, social activists, activists in other fields […]