This class is for anyone who is contemplating on taking the refuge vows. Taking the refuge vows is generally considered to be the doorway to the learning and incorporating the Buddhist tenets into one’s life. The aim is to provide the student with the understanding the what, why and how before making the commitment to take the refuge vows. Read more…
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A Special Message from His Holiness the Dalai Lama
My dear brothers and sisters,
I am writing these words in response to repeated requests from many people around the world. Today, we are passing through an exceptionally difficult time due to the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic. Read more…
Online Yoga Class with Lindsay Williams
For those of you who were attending Lindsay’s yoga class on Thursdays, she has recorded this video for you to use at home. Experience mind, body and spirit connection through the practice of yoga.
Kansas City COVID-19 Community Resources
In light of major closings and cancellations due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), Kansas City community members have begun coordinating efforts to address the needs of our neighbors. The good folks at The Beacon have created a page will be updated frequently that lists resources available. Check it out here.
Proposed Conceptual Designs for the Rime Center
Listen in as Raj Valluri and Lama Matthew Palden Gocha talk about the conceptual drawings for the proposed Rime Center. Then give us your feedback on the design with this link, https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GXBF2NT
Join Us For Our Programs Online Using Zoom
While the Rime Center is closed due to the COVID-19 threat the Rime Center will be using Zoom to meet for our Sunday Service and other program and classes. Zoom is a cloud-based video conferencing platform that can be used for video conferencing meetings, audio conferencing, webinars, meeting recordings, and live chat. Find out more…
COVID-19 Communication – Updated May 9, 2021
The Rime Center’s Update about the Coronavirus
Due to the dropping numbers with the COVID-19 virus and the increase in vaccinations among the public,the Rime Center Board has decided to reopen the Rime Center beginning June 6th for our Sunday Services only with very limited capacity. The Rime Center will continue hosting our Sunday Service online, using Zoom.
The Rime Center’s Statement about the Coronavirus
The health and safety of our community is the Rime Center’s highest priority. COVID-19 (coronavirus) continues to spread throughout the country and it is important for us to share how we can impede its impact. We are closely monitoring guidance from the Jackson County, MO and Johnson County, KS Dept of Health and local health officials. We will continue to rely on their recommendations and expertise to inform our decisions. The risk of contracting COVID-19 remains low for those who have not been in close contact with someone diagnosed with the virus. Continue reading
Chotrul Düchen, the ‘Festival of Miracles’
The Rime Center will be hosting a special puja to commemorate the Festival of Miracles and will be open during the day for you to come in and meditate at your own pace. Read more…
Full Day Meditation Retreat – Green Tara
March 7, 2020
Join us for the full day Green Tara meditation retreat. There will be teachings on Green Tara along with discussion on Yidam sadhana practice. The retreat is suitable for beginners as well as more experienced practitioners wanting to deepen their experience of the Green Tara sadhana. Read more…