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Lancaster University Chaplaincy Centre, Lancaster University, Lancaster LA1 4YW

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Lancaster University  

Chaplaincy Centre

 

Tel 01524 594071

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WELCOME TO THE BUDDHISM CAMPUS HOMEPAGE  

 

People are drawn to find out about Buddhism for many reasons. Some want to try out its rich tradition of meditation. Some want to find a deeper perspective on their lives or to find ways of helping them resolve or come to terms with difficult issues. Others are interested in Buddhist ideas or are studying religion academically. All are welcome to the various Buddhist activities on campus or in the area.

 

On campus there are various ways to learn about and practice Buddhism and meditation. There are different traditions and styles of practice, and for many people it is a matter of trying things out and seeing what resonates for you. Click on the above hyperlinks for details about the different Buddhist groups which meet on campus, and about the variety of Buddhist groups in the Lancaster area. At each you will receive a warm welcome and be offered the freedom to explore whether their style and approach suits you or not.   

 

In Intro week there will be a session 5-6pm on Thursday 1st October entitled, “Introducing Practical Buddhism” in the Chaplaincy Centre Quiet Room. It will include a visit to the Buddhist meditation Room and information about Buddhist groups on campus and in the local area.

 

For up to date details of current Buddhist activities on campus, you can contact Sandra Cirtina, the Chaplaincy Centre Secretary on 01524 594071, or on campus, extension 94071, or Paul Taylor, below, who can put you in touch with other Buddhist groups in the area.

 

BUDDHIST CONTACT: PAUL TAYLOR

P.A.TAYLOR{A}LANCASTER.AC.UK  TEL 01524 593621 [DAYTIME], INTERNAL EXTENSION 93621

 

 

Zen Meditation Hour

Wednesdays in term times 5-6pm (Starts Week 2)

The Quiet Room – Lancaster University Chaplaincy Centre

People become interested in meditation for many reasons such as a need to find a deeper perspective, to come to terms with stress, or because of a personal crisis. However, it is not always easy to find the motivation to follow a consistent and stable meditation practice. The group provides a regular focus where we can meditate with others, draw encouragement and learn from them, and examine how Buddhist insights can help us practically in living from a deeper perspective.  

In the type of meditation we practise at the group, called serene reflection meditation (zazen), we learn to sit still with an open and alert mind, accepting thoughts and feelings that arise, without judging them. Through practising meditation, we learn to be more present to our everyday experience. The practice enables a profound transformation to take place as we allow the innate compassion, love and wisdom in us to express itself in our diverse lives.

Contact – Paul Taylor – 01524 593621 (daytime), or Ext 93621

Newcomers / non-Buddhists are very welcome

See www.lancasterserenereflection.org.uk for further information about the style of practice