The VISION of the BDC is to realize our awakened minds and compassionate hearts for the benefit of all beings.
The MISSION of the BDC is to provide a welcoming community to practice and study Buddhism in our contemporary world.
The OFFERINGS of the BDC are opportunities to explore the Buddha’s teachings through the practices of multiple traditions. We offer classes, retreats, sitting groups, and drop-in meditations in person and online.
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- Winter Solstice CelebrationJoin us on Friday December 20 from 6 – 7 PM for a winter solstice celebration. Meditate to bells sounded by Jessie Solon and share candlelight, intention, and sacred practice to welcome back the sun. No registration required. This event is in-person only. Freely offered, donations gratefully accepted. Any funds collected will be split evenly with Jessie Solon.
- Mindful Creativity: Cards of ConnectionEnjoy an afternoon making cards with friends on Sunday December 15 from 2:30 – 4 pm. Cardstock, stamps, ink pads, and markers will be provided. You don’t need to be an artist or know how to draw to create beautiful cards to send to people who need connection. Space is limited. Please pre-register.
- Dharma ThoughtsFrom Steve Allison-Bunnell of Joining Rivers Sangha: When we chant our closing Sharing the Merit, how often do we truly dedicate ourselves to the “benefit of all beings?” It’s easy for me to want to benefit my immediate friends and loved ones—that’s what nurtures our connection. It’s inspiring to want to benefit an endangered species or even an entire ecosystem—that… Read more: Dharma Thoughts
- Mahasangha Half-Day SitJoin leaders and members of all sanghas who meet at the BDC on Saturday December 7 from 9 AM to noon for a mahasangha half-day sit! Group leaders will offer practices from our various lineages along with meditation, chanting, bowing, and readings. Schedule9:00 Welcome9:05 Joining Rivers – Plum Village Morning Chant9:30 Stretch/Walking Meditation9:40 Tergar – The Three Refuges in Tibetan… Read more: Mahasangha Half-Day Sit
Resident Sanghas
Bozeman Zen Group
Sundays: 8:00-9:15 am
Online only
Sundays: 5-6:30 pm
In Person only
Weekdays: 6-6:30 am
Online only.
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