Ames Buddhist Mahasangha is an ecumenical American Buddhist sangha (with primarily Korean Soen and Vietnamese Thiền lineage roots). As a modern American sangha, we vow to act with compassion, wisdom and equity, to share resources, and to build relationships that empower liberation from dukkha. We are based in Ames, Iowa, but include members across the country.
On October 8, we held a Grand Monastic Ordination, with Revs. Faith Shim'min and Andrew Jiquang taking traditional bhikṣu vows. We were joined in-person and online by 10 fully ordained priests and monks from three Buddhist traditions (FMZO, Theravada, and Soto). This is important, because it makes it clear that the people taking precepts are joining the broader Buddhist community, and not an individual or sect.
2nd and 4th Sundays, 4:30–6pm Central, hybrid in-person and Zoom. We are currently doing a 'back-to-basics' set of discussions about core teachings in Buddhism. All are welcome.
Where: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames, 1015 Hyland Avenue, Ames IA 50014
Join online at https://bit.ly/3mT7nc9 (or call 312-626-6799, meeting ID: 204 489 222)
Zoom link and schedule available at Calendar – Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames (uufames.org)
Sundays 6–7pm Central, hybrid in-person and Zoom. This group practices mindfulness and sitting meditation practices from a range of contemplative traditions. Beginners are always welcome!
We are currently doing different practices each week, led by different teachers. On September 10, we will begin studying the book, Finding the Freedom to Get Unstuck and be Happier by Ven. Douglas Cheolsoeng Gentile. The book is available at Dog-Eared Books in Ames, or any online bookstore.
Where: Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames, 1015 Hyland Avenue, Ames IA 50014
Join online: https://bit.ly/3mVpwGq (or call 312-626-6799, meeting ID: 258 912 292)
Zoom link and schedule available at Calendar – Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames (uufames.org)
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