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 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 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.
Due to ongoing issues with the heating system, the Rime Center building remains without heat. For everyone’s comfort and safety, Wednesday’s Meditation is postponed, and all scheduled classes will move online for this evening.
Please check your email for Zoom links and updated class details.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to resolve this issue as quickly as possible.
In this session the Dharma talk was given by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha, November 23, 2025.
Music was provided by Barefoot Bran Music.
The Rime Buddhist Center will be closed on Wednesday, November 26th in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
We hope you enjoy a peaceful and restorative holiday. Regular activities and operations will resume as usual thereafter.
May your holiday be filled with gratitude and wellbeing.
In this session the Dharma talk was given by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha, November 16, 2025.
Music was provided by Barefoot Bran Music.