December 31, 2025 at 6:00amJoin us for the 40th Annual World Peace Meditation at Unity Temple on the Plaza for interfaith prayers, the International Peace Light, communal meditation, the Bodhisattva Award honoring Kansas City Defender, and a keynote from Rabbi Michael Zedek. Free and open to all—please arrive by 5:30 a.m. Continue reading →
January 3, 2026 @ 9:00amJoin us in-person or online for a Green Tara retreat. Through chanting, mantra, and meditation, we’ll connect with Tara’s compassion, removing inner fears and obstacles. Open to all levels—no empowerment required to participate.
January 4, 2026 @ 12:30 pmExplore Buddhist wisdom every first Sunday after service as we study sutras across traditions. This month we will be studying the chapter 1 of the Sūtra “The Teaching of Vimalakīrti”. Continue reading →
January 7, 2026 @ 7:45pmStart the New Year with intention in the 108 Day Bodhisattva Challenge, a practice-focused journey in Bodhisattva mind training (lojong) for both new and experienced practitioners. The challenge begins with a Kickoff Party during Sunday Service on January 4, 2026, followed by weekly Sunday Dharma talks and Wednesday evening discussions starting January 7, offered in-person and online, using The Power of Mind by Khentrul Lodrö T’hayé Rinpoche to bring compassion and wisdom into daily life. Continue reading →
For 30 years, the Rime Buddhist Center has been a sanctuary of compassion, wisdom, and community in the heart of Kansas City. Thousands of practitioners—newcomers, longtime students, and families alike—have discovered peace, connection, and purpose within our walls. From meditation classes and Dharma talks to community service and cultural programs, the Rime Center has touched lives in profound and lasting ways.
As we look to the future, we are entering an exciting new chapter. Our community is growing, our needs are expanding, and our vision for the next 30 years is becoming clear.
In this session the Dharma talk was given by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha, December 28, 2025.
Music was provided by Barefoot Bran Music.
In this session the Dharma talk was given by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha, December 21, 2025.
Music was provided by Barefoot Bran Music
In this session the Dharma talk was given by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha, December 14, 2025.
Music was provided by Barefoot Bran Music.
In this session the Dharma talk was given by Daniel Scharpenburg, December 7, 2025.
Music was provided by Barefoot Bran Music.
In this session the Dharma talk was given by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha, November 30, 2025. Music was provided by Barefoot Bran Music.