Dharma talk given by Acharya Yeshi Sergio, May 4, 2025.
Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
Beyond Coin and Kindness: Tending the Gardens of Justice Through Acts of Radical Kinship
Dharma talk given by Daniel Scharpenburg, April 27, 2025.
Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
Chenrezig Practice for Eugene “Gene” Felling
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
Rime Sangha Movie Night: Secret Movie Series at Cinemark!
April 7, 2025 at 7pm
Join 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 →
Rime Sangha Hike – Weston Bend State Park
April 12, 2025 at 10am
The 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
Awakening Compassion: Exploring the Bodhisattva Vow
Dharma talk given by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha, April 6, 2025.
Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
Memorial and Sangha Practice for Nora Quiason, MD
April 13 2025 @ 10:30am
Please 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
Weekend Teaching with Pamela Ayo Yetunde
May 16-18, 2025
Join 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.
No Snake, No Rope: Smashing Reality’s Grand Illusion
Dharma talk given by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha, March 30, 2025.
Music by Barefoot Bran Music.
Upcoming Event: Half Day Green Tara Retreat
April 5, 2025 @ 9am
Designed to be accessible for all levels of learning. The retreat will focus on the sadhana practice of Green Tara, which involves chanting the tantric liturgy, meditation, and chanting of mantras. Continue reading →