This retreat is open to anyone who considers the Awakened Heart Sangha as their spiritual home. In practice this means that it is sutable for members of the sangha who have completed DHB ( or at least sepnt 2 years studying it) and who have been an active part of the sangha for 2 - 3 years. It is a time for committed students to get together to discuss how to support the sangha mandala and to engage more fully with the training and curriculum.It is a great time to connect with others in the sangha as well as practice together.
We call this a 'gathering' rather than a retreat, as there is a lighter touch around retreat boudaries and we can have plenty of time to talk and plan for the year ahead.
The gathering follows directly from the Annual Sangha Celebration, to give people the opportunity of being here over this very special time and take vows if you feel ready and inspired.
You are encouraged to bring an offering for Lama Shenpen in gratitude for her on-going teachings and guidance. Please give according to your means and inspiration. Suggested amount £50- 250. Sugested donation for the Hermitage is £20 - 50 per day.
If you would like to come, please email [email protected]ku.gro.sha@arat and book online here.
If you would like to take Refuge or Boddhisattva vows, please email [email protected]ku.gro.sha@ameP who will let Lama Shenpen know and give you any information you might want in advance.
PLEASE NOTE: Trains to Criccieth are disrupted for the foreseeable future. Please check with National rail enquiries for information. You might find it easier to go to Bangor and catch a bus from there to Penygroes, Bryncir or Rhoslan. Check with Travel Line Cymru for more details and to plan your journey.