We are delighted to announce that Ringu Tulku Rinpoche will be visiting us here again in Rochester this summer, and will inaugurate the new Bodhicharya UK Centre by providing two evenings of Dharma talks.
This will be a ticketed event due to limited capacity at the venue so pre-booking is essential.
Teaching Topic: Outer, Inner and Secret Refuge
As Rinpoche will be here to open Bodhicharya UK’s and Medway’s first designated Buddhist Centre, we thought it appropriate to request Rinpoche to share a teaching on Buddhist Refuge.
So please join us for a teaching on the profound practice of taking Refuge, a foundational step on the Buddhist path. In the Tibetan tradition, refuge is understood on three levels: outer, inner, and secret. Outer refuge is placing our trust in the Three Jewels of Buddha (the teacher and inspiration), the Dharma (the teachings), and the Sangha (the spiritual community) as reliable guides. Inner refuge refers to connecting with our own inner potential for awakening – our true nature that reflects the enlightened qualities of wisdom and compassion. Secret refuge points to the ultimate nature of mind itself, beyond concepts and duality. This teaching will explore how these levels of refuge support us in cultivating peace, clarity, and a deep sense of spiritual direction in our lives.
Full Schedule
Monday the 30th June
18:00 – 18:30 Arrival and Refreshments
18:30 – 19:00: Speeches by distinguished guests
19:00 – Buddhist Prayers
19:20 – 19:30 Flag Raising Ceremony
19:30 – 21:00pm Teaching by Ringu Tulku Rinpoche: Outer, Inner and Secret Refuge in Buddhism Pt.1
Tuesday the 1st July
11:00 – 12:00 Blessing Ceremony and installation of Guru Rinpoche Plaque
18:00 – 18:30 Arrival and refreshments
18:30 – 19:00 Fundraising talk by Andy Lowe and raffle draw with a chance to win original calligraphy by Ringu Tulku Rinpoche and the book, Timely Questions, Timeless Wisdom, the latest book of Rinpoche’s teachings published in February, introduced by the co-author, Mary Heneghan.
19:00 – 20:30 Teaching by Ringu Tulku Rinpoche: Outer, Inner and Secret Refuge in Buddhism Pt.2
20:30 – 21:00 Refuge and Bodhisattva Vows
If you would like to take Refuge, then please email with your full name, thank you. Bodhisattva Vows can only be taken if you have taken Refuge, thank you:
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Attending In-Person
To attend in-person you will need to book here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../opening-of-bodhicharya...
If spaces are sold out, then please register for the waiting list and we will see what we can do. Otherwise you can attend online below, thank you.
The event will be held at: Bodhicharya UK Centre, Jacksons Field, New Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1DX
Travelling to the Centre
Both Chatham and Rochester Train station are close by, with Chatham Train Station being a 12 minute walk on Google Maps and Rochester Train Station being a 15 minute walk on Google Maps. New Road has Pay and Display parking and there are a number of carparks and other options nearby here.
Accommodation
Staying Here – Both Chatham and Rochester have numerous hotels, inns and Airbnbs to choose from, with Historic Rochester being the more picturesque of the two towns to explore by day. The St. George Hotel is one of the closest options if you want to stay only 6 minutes walk away.
Attending Online
If you cannot attend in person, the teachings will be available on Zoom as well.
For Zoom attendance only, you need to book here:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../zoom-only-ringu-tulku...
Dana (Donations) for the Teachings
Bodhicharya UK, of which Bodhicharya Kent is a part, and its activities survives solely on donations and the voluntary work of its members.
The charity aims to advance the understanding and practice of the Buddhist faith and philosophy by:
Providing meetings, teachings, courses and retreats (healing)
Encouraging and participating in intercultural, inter-faith and interdisciplinary dialogues (harmony)
Promoting and supporting wellbeing in body, mind and spirit (healing)
Supporting the relief of those in need (helping)
Dharma teachings are open to all, however we also need to cover our costs and raise funds to continue our activities, therefore we are suggesting three donation tiers on the booking link for this event, thank you for your generosity.
Your presence is valued more than your financial contribution, so if you are unable to make one of the suggested donations amounts or have another query, then please email
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Also check out other Nonprofit events in Rochester, Arts events in Rochester.
