Compassion that makes a difference
2020 Summer Retreat at the Sudhana Center
Led by Bhikshuni Heng Chih and Doug Powers
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How do we cultivate a compassion that can change the direction of humanity?
During this retreat, we’ll focus on one of the major texts in Buddhism (the Ten Grounds of the Avatamsaka Sutra), which gives a detailed account of the practices and insights required to take the heart of loving-kindness into engaged compassionate action. We will reflect on how this spiritual progression not only transforms ourselves, but those around us, radiating out through society/social matrix/world culture. Through noble silence, meditation, ceremonies, service, and close reading, we will experiment with possibilities for how to engage our “worlds” in a new way. Spaces are limited. Please sign up early. When: Saturday May 30, 1:30pm – Saturday June 6, 12pm Program: We will follow a daily schedule of recitation, seated meditation, sutra study and community work. To accommodate as many participants as possible, we will offer two options for attending the retreat:
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Application: Please apply.
Fees for retreat:
We are committed to making sure that finance is not an obstacle in attending the retreat, please contact us for financial assistance at extension@drbu.edu if you have financial difficulty paying the retreat fees. Cancellation Policy: For cancellations made 10 days prior to arrival day, refunds will be available minus the $20 application fee. Cancellations made less than 10 days before retreat arrival day do not qualify for a refund. Registration is non-transferable. Tentative Schedule:
Check-in / Retreat start time / Retreat end date
Arrival day: Please arrive between 1:30-2:30pm to check-in Last day: The retreat will end at 12pm |
Noble Silence:
To maintain an inner and outer environment of concentration, we will observe Noble Silence throughout the retreat. However, participants may speak during discussion periods and lectures, and as-needed during community work.
No Digital Devices:
Please 'unplug' and refrain from using digital technology like cell phones, laptops, tablets and music players during the retreat. This week is a rare opportunity to look deeply into our minds free of the distractions from our devices (while giving others the space to do so as well).
Service as Practice:
Service plays a central role in the overall retreat experience by bringing the Dharma into daily life, supporting others, and creating a sense of community. During the retreat, everyone will be given a simple work duty such as kitchen-prep, cleaning, and dish washing. We hope to foster an environment where work, study, and practice are all integrated into one holistic experience.
Location:
DRBU Sudhana Center
225 South Hope Street in Ukiah, California
Contact Us:
Please email extension@drbu.edu if you have any questions.
To maintain an inner and outer environment of concentration, we will observe Noble Silence throughout the retreat. However, participants may speak during discussion periods and lectures, and as-needed during community work.
No Digital Devices:
Please 'unplug' and refrain from using digital technology like cell phones, laptops, tablets and music players during the retreat. This week is a rare opportunity to look deeply into our minds free of the distractions from our devices (while giving others the space to do so as well).
Service as Practice:
Service plays a central role in the overall retreat experience by bringing the Dharma into daily life, supporting others, and creating a sense of community. During the retreat, everyone will be given a simple work duty such as kitchen-prep, cleaning, and dish washing. We hope to foster an environment where work, study, and practice are all integrated into one holistic experience.
Location:
DRBU Sudhana Center
225 South Hope Street in Ukiah, California
Contact Us:
Please email extension@drbu.edu if you have any questions.
