What we’re about
We host our In-person Practice & Talk Meetings once or twice a month on Sundays, from 9:00 – 10:40 a.m. at Wesleyan University in Middletown, Connecticut. Our meetings includes quiet sitting meditation, mindfulness, sacred chants, discussion, Q & A, and so much more.
Our gatherings includes innovative format and lively discussions that blend classic Buddhism with the uplifting Shin Buddhist teachings. No experience or knowledge of Buddhism is necessary in order to join our gatherings.
Practice and Talk Meeting Rules: Practice kind speech, be courteous, and abstain from talking about current politics. Please turn off your cell phones during the meetings.
Suggested Donation: $10 - $15 to help cover costs for our extensive outreach, Meetup, internet services, and standard operating costs.
Thank you in advance for your generous support. Visit https://bffct.org/bff/give/
What is the Buddhist Faith Fellowship?
Established in 2001, we are one of Connecticut's most established Buddhist organizations. Since then, with the vision and guidance of our founding teacher, Rev. Senpai Daishin, M.A., the Fellowship has offered a full array of spiritual activities that include our popular Practice & Talk Meetings. In the past we hosted many programs and groups like the Stoa Buddhist Philosophy Group, 12 Step Buddhist, end of life programs, and plenty of other opportunities to learn about and practice Buddhism in the contemporary American context.
Visit our main web site for calendar of event and plenty of information on Buddhist philosophy and practice. Take a look at our web site at http://bffct.org/bff
Upcoming events (3)
See all- PRACTICE & TALK MEETING - "All is a Circle"Buddhist Faith Fellowship, Middletown, CT
Mindfulness, Community & Nembutsu
Come and explore the core teachings and practices of Buddhism that blends classic Buddhist with novel Shin Buddhist teachings, with one of Connecticut's most well-known Buddhist teachers, Rev. Daishin Senpai, M.A.
Our gatherings are a great way to make new friends who seek an meaningful and well-lived life. We delve into how the Buddhist teachings can be practically applied in daily life: in relation with oneself, family, friends, colleagues, and the greater world. We examine how to work with confusion, attachments, and aversions, and how to flourish within the ebb and flow of change. We learn how true entrusting, gratitude, and received wisdom and compassion are the interconnected nexus to ultimate spiritual liberation.
Our meetings at include sitting meditation, sacred chants, incense offering, Q & A, and so much more. Open to the general public, beginners, and veteran practitioners alike. No experience with Buddhism is necessary in order to attend or learn.
This week, we will be exploring the Rev. (Dr.) Taitetsu Unno’s modern classic, “River of Fire, River of Water”. Visit our Meetup or Facebook groups to learn about the chapter to be discussed; the chapter will be named in the title of the event’s announcement. Also, you can click on our Connect tab, to sign-up for our newsletter. Remember, you don’t need to read anything to attend and enjoy the meeting. Visit our main web site at https://bffct.org/bff/
WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you give yourself time to sign-in online or arrive in-person before the 9 a.m. meeting.
Our Location: Our location is unequaled in Connecticut which includes a must see authentic Zen garden and tatami room.
Parking: Limited parking on Washington Terrace but there is plenty on Mt. Vernon Street which is the side street, next to the center.
Meeting Rules: Practice kind speech, be courteous, and abstain from talking about current politics or display or wear political or offensive symbols or imagery.
Suggested Donation: $10 -$15 (cash or check) to help cover costs for our Zoom meeting, internet services, our extensive outreach efforts, and standard operating costs. Thank you in advance for your generous support.
To give a one-time donation, visit https://bffct.org/bff/give/
To become a supporting member, visit https://bffct.org/bff/online-membership-enrollment/*Once or twice a month on Sundays; except during summer recess, and a couple other occasions, and the availability of Rev. Senpai M.A.
- PRACTICE & TALK MEETING - "Know Thy Self"Buddhist Faith Fellowship, Middletown, CT
Mindfulness, Community & Nembutsu
Come and explore the core teachings and practices of Buddhism that blends classic Buddhist with novel Shin Buddhist teachings, with one of Connecticut's most well-known Buddhist teachers, Rev. Daishin Senpai, M.A.
Our gatherings are a great way to make new friends who seek an meaningful and well-lived life. We delve into how the Buddhist teachings can be practically applied in daily life: in relation with oneself, family, friends, colleagues, and the greater world. We examine how to work with confusion, attachments, and aversions, and how to flourish within the ebb and flow of change. We learn how true entrusting, gratitude, and received wisdom and compassion are the interconnected nexus to ultimate spiritual liberation.
Our meetings at include sitting meditation, sacred chants, incense offering, Q & A, and so much more. Open to the general public, beginners, and veteran practitioners alike. No experience with Buddhism is necessary in order to attend or learn.
This week, we will be exploring the Rev. (Dr.) Taitetsu Unno’s modern classic, “River of Fire, River of Water”. Visit our Meetup or Facebook groups to learn about the chapter to be discussed; the chapter will be named in the title of the event’s announcement. Also, you can click on our Connect tab, to sign-up for our newsletter. Remember, you don’t need to read anything to attend and enjoy the meeting. Visit our main web site at https://bffct.org/bff/
WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you give yourself time to sign-in online or arrive in-person before the 9 a.m. meeting.
Our Location: Our location is unequaled in Connecticut which includes a must see authentic Zen garden and tatami room.
Parking: Limited parking on Washington Terrace but there is plenty on Mt. Vernon Street which is the side street, next to the center.
Meeting Rules: Practice kind speech, be courteous, and abstain from talking about current politics or display or wear political or offensive symbols or imagery.
Suggested Donation: $10 -$15 (cash or check) to help cover costs for our Zoom meeting, internet services, our extensive outreach efforts, and standard operating costs. Thank you in advance for your generous support.
To give a one-time donation, visit https://bffct.org/bff/give/
To become a supporting member, visit https://bffct.org/bff/online-membership-enrollment/*Once or twice a month on Sundays; except during summer recess, and a couple other occasions, and the availability of Rev. Senpai M.A.
- PRACTICE & TALK MEETING - "Hell is my Only Home"Buddhist Faith Fellowship, Middletown, CT
Mindfulness, Community & Nembutsu
Come and explore the core teachings and practices of Buddhism that blends classic Buddhist with novel Shin Buddhist teachings, with one of Connecticut's most well-known Buddhist teachers, Rev. Daishin Senpai, M.A.
Our gatherings are a great way to make new friends who seek an meaningful and well-lived life. We delve into how the Buddhist teachings can be practically applied in daily life: in relation with oneself, family, friends, colleagues, and the greater world. We examine how to work with confusion, attachments, and aversions, and how to flourish within the ebb and flow of change. We learn how true entrusting, gratitude, and received wisdom and compassion are the interconnected nexus to ultimate spiritual liberation.
Our meetings at include sitting meditation, sacred chants, incense offering, Q & A, and so much more. Open to the general public, beginners, and veteran practitioners alike. No experience with Buddhism is necessary in order to attend or learn.
This week, we will be exploring the Rev. (Dr.) Taitetsu Unno’s modern classic, “River of Fire, River of Water”. Visit our Meetup or Facebook groups to learn about the chapter to be discussed; the chapter will be named in the title of the event’s announcement. Also, you can click on our Connect tab, to sign-up for our newsletter. Remember, you don’t need to read anything to attend and enjoy the meeting. Visit our main web site at https://bffct.org/bff/
WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you give yourself time to sign-in online or arrive in-person before the 9 a.m. meeting.
Our Location: Our location is unequaled in Connecticut which includes a must see authentic Zen garden and tatami room.
Parking: Limited parking on Washington Terrace but there is plenty on Mt. Vernon Street which is the side street, next to the center.
Meeting Rules: Practice kind speech, be courteous, and abstain from talking about current politics or display or wear political or offensive symbols or imagery.
Suggested Donation: $10 -$15 (cash or check) to help cover costs for our meeting, internet services, our extensive outreach efforts, and standard operating costs. Thank you in advance for your generous support.
To give a one-time donation, visit https://bffct.org/bff/give/
To become a supporting member, visit https://bffct.org/bff/online-membership-enrollment/*Once or twice a month on Sundays; except during summer recess, and a couple other occasions, and the availability of Rev. Senpai M.A.
