Sangha Day
Saturday 16 November 2019 – Sunday 17 November 2019
Sangha Day is one of our five main festival days, along with Buddha Day, Dharma Day, Parinirvana Day and Padmasambhava Day.
Join Silanatha and Anavajja for a day of celebrating all that is good in the Sangha and looking forward to how that may develop in the future. There will be the opportunity for all mitra's to re-affirm their mitra commitment with special offerings during the puja.
The day will include meditation, talks, discussion, a group lunch, and pūjā.
Programme
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 10.00 | Welcome and Introductions |
| 10.20 | Metta Bhavana Meditation |
| 11.00 | Tea break |
| 11.20 | The Kucchivikara - Vatthu Sutta followed by discussion groups |
| 13.00 | Lunch* |
| 14.30 | Short talks on personal experience of Sangha |
| 15.00 | Chair's talk: "The Sangha - Now and Going Forward" |
| 15.30 | Break |
| 15.50 | Puja with Mitra Re-affirmations |
| 16.45 | Close |
* All of our day events run a “bring and share” style lunch, so please bring food to share. All food brought into the centre must be vegetarian, but as many of those attending will be vegan, we suggest vegan only food.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I need to have been coming?
Everyone is welcome, but the day will be especially suitable for those know the stages to the two meditations taught at the centre.
I'm not a very good cook - what food can I bring?
We can never have enough of the basics: things like salad, bread, hummus, crisps and fruit always go down well.
Do I need to book?
No - just turn up!
I can't make the whole day - can I come for just some of it?
Of course! Many people who come for half the day will come just for the morning, leaving at lunch time, or the other way around. But you're welcome to come for whatever parts of the day you can make - just try to turn up at one of the times on the programme so we're not in the middle of an activity.
What is pūjā?
A pūjā is a traditional Buddhist ritual that includes chanting and making offerings.
It is probable that there will be several people who have never done pūjā before so we will be sure to give an introduction.
How much does the day cost?
All of our events are run on a donation basis. There is no set charge, we just ask you to give what you can to support the day. The suggested amount for the whole day is £12.
Can I still attend if I am under 18?
All our welcome at our newcomers classes however anyone under the age of 18 needs to be accompanied by a parent or guardian. If this is not possible it will be necessary to bring written permission from a parent of guardian if you are under 18 and would like to attend.
The Team
Where to Find Us
We're just off St. Botolph's Roundabout, across from the Colchester Town Station, just to the left of Mersea Road. Parking is available in Britannia Car Park (behind the station) for £1 or Napier Road Car Park (first right off Mersea Road) for £2.50.