August 2, 2025 @ 9amJoin us for the Rime Center’s Zen style retreat. We will follow the practice taught by visiting teacher, Karen Maezen Miller, with a brief instruction at the beginning of the meditation. This event will be … Continue reading →
August 3, 2025 @ 12:30pmWe will be exploring the rich repository of Buddhist Sutras. We will be studying the Sūtra Teaching the Four Factors. In this Sūtra, the Buddha explains four factors to Maitreya for overcoming negative deeds: repentance, antidotal action, restraint, and support. Buddha advises regular sūtra recitation. Continue reading →
We are happy to announce that beginning Sunday, August 3rd, our weekly Sunday Service will return to its original location at the Rime Sangha House, located at 2939 Wayne Ave.
We look forward to gathering again in this familiar and welcoming space. Please join us as we continue our shared practice and community connection in our spiritual home.
If you have any questions, feel free to reach out. See you there!
July 6, 2025 @ 12:30pmWe will be exploring the rich repository of Buddhist Sutras. We will be studying the Sūtra on Self-Examination. In this teaching, the Buddha elucidates how attachment arises from perceiving sights, sounds, and thoughts as permanent, pleasurable, and inherently “self.” Conversely, by recognizing their true nature—impermanent, conducive to suffering, non-self, and perilous—we can relinquish craving and attain liberation from suffering. Continue reading →
July 11–13, 2025The Rime Buddhist Center is honored to welcome back Lama Lena, a renowned teacher of Tibetan Dzogchen, for a profound weekend of teachings on “How to Die.”
During this special weekend, Lama Lena will guide us through the Dzogchen view on death, helping us transform our understanding of dying into a powerful opportunity for liberation. Drawing from ancient practices and deep insight, she will show us how to approach death with clarity, compassion, and fearlessness — and how this knowledge can help us live more fully and authentically.
Whether you are new to Dzogchen or a longtime practitioner, this weekend promises to illuminate your path and deepen your practice. Continue reading
June 18, 2025 at 7:45pmHave you always wanted to understand Buddhism? Come join us for an enlightening for this 10-week program (in-person with an online option). This class is for beginners and those with prior experience. We will use the Basics of Buddhism Workbook, an introductory guide for exploring Buddhist teachings and practices to cultivate mindfulness, compassion, and inner peace through reflection and practical application (journaling, intentions, daily integration). Continue reading
June 21, 2025The Rime Buddhist Center is excited to be part of this year’s JuneteenthKC Heritage Festival at the historic 18th & Vine jazz district! Stop by our booth to say hello, pick up free stickers and wristbands, and learn more about Buddhism and the Rime Center’s mission.
We’re also looking for volunteers to help staff our booth throughout the event. If you’re interested in lending a hand, please reach out to Gabi for more details. We’d love to have your support!
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 (524) 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