Quakers and Buddhists explore the spiritual dimension of social action
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An application form can be downloaded here.
This participatory learning process looks at how the teachings of Quakers and Buddhists help to sustain energy and inspiration for social action.
Places are open to those engaged in helping, caring, campaigning and community organizing on a paid or unpaid basis.
We will be focusing on:
- the spiritual basis of compassionate action in both traditions
- an exploration of hope and despair
- emotional awareness
- ways to focus, quieten and rest the mind
- building confidence and strength in our capacity to act
The process includes:
- A residential weekend retreat Friday 12 – Sunday 14 February 2010 Braziers Park, Ipsden, Wallingford, Oxfordshire
- A day retreat Saturday 13 March 2010 Charlbury Friends Meeting House, Oxfordshire
Between these dates, participants will be taking part in a “retreat in their daily life” where they will commit to reflection, new or renewed practices, journaling and support for at least one other person.
There will also be:
- an online learning and sharing space
- mentoring from course leaders
Participants will be asked to commit to the whole process.
For 12 people living in Oxfordshire, practising with Quakers or Buddhists, there are fully funded places. There are 8 other places which cost £200 open to anyone in the UK.
Course leaders:
Maitrisara is secretary of the Network of Engaged Buddhists, a group who explore the connection between the transformation of self and world. Alex Wildwood is a Quaker who embraces Buddhist insights in his ecological activism.
Information
Food will be vegetarian
Public transport Travel by train to Reading and then regular bus service to a point ½ mile from Braziers.
Accommodation In twin rooms with a few singles for those that really need them..
To book Places will be allocated according to date of application. An application form can be downloaded here.
Further information contact Maitrisara@tiscali.co.uk
A project of the Network of Engaged Buddhists funded by Faith in Action 
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