The Arising of Wisdom – Experiencing “The Characteristic of Nonself” Wisdom (Insight), from a Buddhist perspective, arises from “hearing” (listening to the Dharma), study and reflection capped by non-conceptual direct […]
In the Buddha’s Words: Approaching the Dhamma – Part 2 (You can listen to a recording of Part 1 here: July 13th Audio Dharma post) “It is fitting for you to […]
Expressing Our Appreciation For Extraordinary Service We’ll have an opportunity on Thursday evening (Aug 10, 7 to 9:15 pm) to express our appreciation to Renee Kunz and James Barnes for […]
The Arising Of Wisdom Through Engaging “The Five Aggregates” – Part 2 Wisdom (Insight), from a Buddhist perspective, arises from “hearing” (listening to the Dharma), study and reflection capped by […]
In the Buddha’s Words: Approaching the Dhamma “It is fitting for you to be perplexed, O Kalamas.” These words spoken by the Buddha to the citizens of Kesaputta ring true […]
A Fortunate Rebirth… A talk and discussion on what rebirth means, both in the future and in this lifetime, with Diane Wilde. Raphael Calix will share his own story of […]
Provide rides to former prisoners who had been studying Buddhism while incarcerated. Volunteers are needed to provide rides to formerly incarcerated men and women who have been practicing Buddhism while […]
THE ARISING OF WISDOM THROUGH ENGAGING “THE FIVE AGGREGATES” Wisdom (Insight), from a Buddhist perspective, arises from “hearing” (listening to the Dharma), study and reflection capped by non-conceptual direct experience. […]
SIM has offered a residential retreat for twelve consecutive years. One of the unique features of this retreat has been that it is attended almost exclusively by SIM members and […]
One of the most fundamental practices in building sangha/community is through service, both within/for the sangha and for the larger communities. Below are three opportunities that will not only provide […]