June 1, 2025 @ 12:30pmWe will be exploring the rich repository of Buddhist Sutras. We will be studying the The Questions of Śrīvasu Sūtra – The Six Knots. In this sūtra the Buddha is approached by the young merchant Śrīvasu, who asks how to live as a novice bodhisattva. Continue reading →
June 6-8, 2025The Rime Center is excited to participate in this year’s Kansas City PrideFest! We’ll have a booth at Theis Park (533 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64110), where we’ll be sharing the Dharma, connecting with the community, and celebrating inclusivity and compassion. Continue reading
June 7, 2025 at 9:00 AMJoin us for Dumpster Day on Saturday, June 7, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM! We’re looking for volunteers to:
We’ll begin on our block and work outward. Every helping hand makes a difference! Continue reading
June 11, 2025 beginning at 5:30am.Saga Dawa Duchen is one of the most important sacred Buddhist days. The Rime Center will have meditation sessions throughout the day (6am-6pm) for people to meditate on their own. At 6pm the Rime Center will also be hosting a special online puja to commemorate Saga Dawa Duchen. Continue reading →
June 14, 2025 at 10amJoin us for a mindful hike at Fleming Park on Saturday, June 14 at 10 AM. We’ll explore the Lower Rock Ledges Loop, a scenic 3.3-mile trail near Unity Village. Meet at Shelter 14, 8401 Beach Rd, Lee’s Summit. Dogs welcome (on leash)! Continue reading
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our beloved sangha member and longtime prison outreach volunteer, Eugene “Gene” Felling, who left us on April 24, 2025. Gene was a devoted and active presence in our community since 2013.
To honor his life and spirit, we will hold a special Chenrezig (four-armed) practice session on Wednesday, April 30th, at 7:00 PM. All are welcome to join in this offering of prayers for our dear friend.
In keeping with our tradition, we invite you to join us in making offerings and chanting the Aspiration Prayer of Dewachen for our beloved Dharma brother, Gene Felling, as he journeys through the Bardo of Dharmata. We encourage these practices for 49 days, through June 11th, 2025, to support his transition with our collective merit and prayers. Continue reading
April 7, 2025 at 7pmJoin the Rime Sangha for a movie night at Cinemark in Merriam, KS, on April 7th at 7 PM! We’ll be watching a secret movie for only $5. The title is revealed at the opening credits. Don’t miss this fun night out! Continue reading →
April 12, 2025 at 10amThe Rime Sangha will be meeting up at the Weston Bend State Park for a hike through the park. We will be hiking the West Ridge Trail. It is a 2.4 mile loop trail located near Weston, Missouri that features a river and… Continue reading
April 13 2025 @ 10:30amPlease join Nora’s family and the Rime Sangha as we gather to honor Dr. Nora Quiason. Together, we will offer prayers, share memories, and create a space for healing and reflection. This will be a time to celebrate Nora’s life, reaffirm our spiritual path, and find solace in community amid loss.
All who knew and loved Nora are welcome to attend. This will be in-person and online
May 16-18, 2025Join us for a transformative weekend with author, theologian, and pastoral counselor Pamela Ayo Yetunde. This special event will feature a public talk on her latest work, Dearly Beloved: Prince, Spirituality, and This Thing Called Life, followed by a weekend teaching on her groundbreaking book, Casting Indra’s Net: Fostering Spiritual Kinship and Community.
This event is open to everyone, but please consider being a sponsor for this retreat for as little at $150. Your sponsorship will ensure everyone can attend these wonderful teachings.