Dharma talk given by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha, July 13, 2025.
Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
Sunday Service Returns to the Rime Sangha House
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!
Breaking the Illusion: The Three Marks of Existence and the End of Suffering
Dharma talk given by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha, July 6, 2025.
Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
From Confusion to Clarity: The Transformative Power of the Eightfold Path
Dharma talk given by Acharya Yeshi Sergio, June 29, 2025.
Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
Breaking the Cycle: The Transformative Power of the Buddha’s First Teaching
Dharma talk given by Daniel Scharpenburg, June 22, 2025.
Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
Sutra Study Sunday – Self-Examination
July 6, 2025 @ 12:30pm
We 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 →
Weekend Teachings with Lama Lena: How to Die
July 11–13, 2025
The 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
Walking the Middle Way: How Siddhartha Became the Buddha
Dharma talk given by Daniel Scharpenburg, June 15, 2025.
Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
Upcoming Class: Basics of Buddhism
June 18, 2025 at 7:45pm
Have 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
14th Annual JuneteenthKC Heritage Festival
June 21, 2025
The 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!