Typical Upasika Day Schedule

1 p.m.  - Chanting, Refuges and Precepts

1:30 p.m. - Teaching on monastic ritual or etiquette

2 p.m. - Meditation

3 p.m. - Teachings on topic & discussion

4:50 p.m. - Closing chant, announcements

5:00 p.m. - End of day

Sunday, April 17

Devotion and Ritual: Elements of Puja. We will explore the meaning, value, objects and mechanics of the shrine room, making offerings and requests, and gestures of respect.

Saturday, June 11

(Upasika Renewal Day): Meditation: Standing, Walking and Lying Down - Meditation in the Other Three Postures

Saturday, August 20

Sutta Study: The Three Cardinal Suttas

Saturday, October 8

Practicing in a Global Context: “Lay Buddhist Practice,  Then and Now.” (details)

Saturday, December 3

Practice in Daily Life: Applying the Four Noble Truths  (details)

This is a brief outline of the planned themes. Each one will be developed more fully prior to its date, with readings, reflection questions, and more background to be provided. Please mark your calendar and stay tuned for more information in the weeks ahead.