Hello All!, About a month ago I finished an excellent book, by author, Sallie Tisdale, a Zen Priest, somewhere in the U.S.A. This book was published in 2006. It is titled: "Women of the Way - Discovering 2,500 Years of Buddhist Wisdom". This is the book I didn't know I was waiting for! Valuable information for anyone who wishes to learn some of the significant and hidden historical contributions that women have made in culture, society, philosophy, etc., that continue to influence the … [Read more...]
World Buddhist Women’s Convention, 2015
June 21, 2014 by
In 2015, the World Buddhist Women’s Convention will be hosted in Canada by the Jodo Shinshu Buddhist Temples of Canada Women’s Federation (JSBTCWF) in Calgary, Alberta Canada. “Embraced by the Oneness of Life” is the theme for this prestigious, international event being held on Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31, 2015. It is anticipated that 2,000 women and men of all ages will be in attendance. Convention Overview The World Federation of Jodo Shinshu Hongwanji-ha Buddhist Women’s … [Read more...]
Faith, Family and Friends, Larry James
January 20, 2014 by
I've been a relationship coach since 1995. It seems that more and more couples are struggling to get their priorities right. The three topics that have come up over the past 8 to 10 months have been faith, family and friends. You would be wise to put these three things on your priority. Maybe it's just me, however I feel that your faith should always be first in your life. There are so many names for God. When I speak of faith, I invite you to call on whatever name you call your Higher Power. … [Read more...]
WOMEN in RECOVERY – Surrender & Release
March 10, 2013 by
Surrender & Release ~~~ Anything & Everything Anything & Everything, second by second ~~~release to the Universe. Anything & Everything second by second ~~~surrender to anything but Self Will. Anything & Everything, second by second ~~~breathe deeply with eyes closed. Anything & Everything, second by second ~~~release Everything, this One Day. Anything & Everything, second by second ~~~Embrace Your Life, this One Day! Anonymous THE … [Read more...]
CIRCLE OF LIGHT GATHERING: BALANCE and HARMONY, FEB 3
January 27, 2013 by
CIRCLE OF LIGHT GATHERING SUBJECT: BALANCE and HARMONY SUNDAY, FEB. 3RD, 1:00 PM AT PEGGY'S 820 S. KENSINGTON IN LA GRANGE $30 TAOISM, BUDDHISM, CONFUCIANISM ALL SIMPLY TRANSMIT A STATE OF MIND WE CALL OPENNESS. THROUGHOUT ALL TIME, THOSE WHO HAVE GENUINELY AWAKENED HAVE DONE THE WORK FROM WITHIN THE UNDERSTANDING THAT I AM REFERRING TO AS OPENNESS. OPENNESS AND SINCERITY ARE THE ESSENCE OF ALCHEMY. THIS UNDERSTANDING, AN ENERGY THAT IS SUFF-- USED WITH HARMONY, IS … [Read more...]
SYMBOLIC MEANING OF STUPAS, Shirlee Hall
December 19, 2012 by
Dearest souls, I had a very lengthy and inspiring vision about 6 weeks ago. An actual conversation took place with an unseen intelligence. The Voice gave a name to what I was seeing, 'STUPA'. I didn't have a clue as to what it meant but knew somehow it was connected to India. It turns out Buddha's ashes were divided into 8 containers and each container had one of these structures, stupas, over the container. It is a sacred structure representing the chakra system and much, much … [Read more...]
Do YOU Believe in Miracles?
April 25, 2012 by
Do YOU Believe in Miracles? “Miracles happen to those who believe in them.” The words of Bernard Berenson shows the controversies inherent in the issues regarding miracles and divinity in general, some believe in miracles, while others don’t – to them miracle is a 'figment of ones imagination'. The salient question that begs for answer now is: Do you believe in miracles? What exactly is miracle? Has it any moral justification? Or is it … [Read more...]
Do YOU Believe in Miracles?
March 9, 2011 by
Do YOU Believe in Miracles? “Miracles happen to those who believe in them.” The words of Bernard Berenson shows the controversies inherent in the issues regarding miracles and divinity in general, some believe in miracles, while others don’t – to them miracle is a 'figment of ones imagination'. The salient question that begs for answer now is: Do you believe in miracles? What exactly is miracle? Has it any moral justification? Or is it really what they say – a … [Read more...]
INSPIRATIONAL PHOTO – There are many Paths TO the Same Garden.
January 16, 2011 by
There are many paths to God, choose the path that's right for you. Proverbs - Today in Proverbs 20 verse 24 : “A person's steps are directed by the LORD, 'How' then can anyone understand his own way?” This is a powerful Proverb for us to consider. Do you believe that your steps are directed by God? I think so often we want to be in control of our own steps. And when we really try to take control of our own steps is when we so often stumble. . . It is so powerful for us to realize … [Read more...]
The Role Women play in Tibetan Buddhism (Gebchak Nuns) and culture.
September 20, 2010 by
ABSTRACT Presented by The Venerable Wangdrak Rinpoche. The Venerable Wangdrak Rinpoche is a native Tibetan and overseer of Gebchak Gonpa, which is the largest Buddhist nunnery in Tibet. Rinpoche will be speaking about the cultural and spiritual role of women meditators in a tradition that is typically very male-identified. His talk will reveal the rich cultural heritage and important role Women play in Tibetan Buddhism and culture. Wangdrak Rinpoche the third is the reincarnation of … [Read more...]
