What we’re about
Pause, breathe, be love. In the present moment, we find peace. Through mindfulness, and deep seeing and hearing, we awaken to life-as-is, embracing each breath with gratitude.
At the Buddhist Faith Fellowship, we warmly welcome everyone to participate in our gatherings, courses, and retreats—no prior experience or knowledge of Buddhism is required. Our supportive and inclusive spiritual community seamlessly blends the timeless wisdom of classical Buddhism with the compassionate teachings of Shin Buddhism. Each of our programs is thoughtfully crafted to be accessible, engaging, and easy to follow, making them open to all who seek insight and connection.
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 (4+)
See all- Mindful Movement & Meditation Online ClassLink visible for attendees
Join us for a gathering of heartfelt, healthy living practices. Dive deep into self-care techniques such as meditation, breathwork, and gentle movement to nurture mind, body, and spirit.
No experience necessary, beginners and seasoned practitioners equally welcome. Think you can't meditate? Think again...there are infinite ways to develop focused awareness, peace, comfort, and joy.
Let's come together in a space of love, compassion, and understanding as we learn how to cultivate resilience in the face of life's inevitable changes.
Who is Melissa?
Silver-lining-girl at your service...keeping it real and sourcing inspiration and creative solutions, finding deep connection & meaning serving as a wellness and lifestyle coach. Integrative nurse care consultant, Care for the Caregiver Instructor, palliative & hospice care specialist with The Clear Light Foundation.This is a free of charge event but a suggested donation of $10 to help support our programs would be greatly appreciated. Please click here to donate
Please arrive a few minutes early. Click here to join us on zoom at 7pm EST
- Mindful Movement & Meditation Online ClassLink visible for attendees
Join us for a gathering of heartfelt, healthy living practices. Dive deep into self-care techniques such as meditation, breathwork, and gentle movement to nurture mind, body, and spirit.
No experience necessary, beginners and seasoned practitioners equally welcome. Think you can't meditate? Think again...there are infinite ways to develop focused awareness, peace, comfort, and joy.
Let's come together in a space of love, compassion, and understanding as we learn how to cultivate resilience in the face of life's inevitable changes.
Who is Melissa?
Silver-lining-girl at your service...keeping it real and sourcing inspiration and creative solutions, finding deep connection & meaning serving as a wellness and lifestyle coach. Integrative nurse care consultant, Care for the Caregiver Instructor, palliative & hospice care specialist with The Clear Light Foundation.This is a free of charge event but a suggested donation of $10 to help support our programs would be greatly appreciated. Please click here to donate
Please arrive a few minutes early. Click here to join us on zoom at 7pm EST
- Meditation and Talk SundaysWesleyan University Mansfield Freeman Center for East Asian Studies, Middletown, CT
Join our Meditation and Talk Sundays, a space to deepen your spiritual journey — where ancient wisdom meets everyday life in community.
In our Sunday gatherings, we explore the timeless teachings and practices of classical Buddhism that uniquely blend Thien (Zen) Buddhism, in a style similar to Thich Nhat Hanh, with heartfelt Shin Buddhist teachings. Our Meditation & Talk Sundays include mindfulness practices, quiet sitting meditation, sacred chants, incense offering, Q & A with an ordained teacher, and so much more —all within a nurturing group setting. Open to the general public, beginners, and veteran practitioners alike.
Open to everyone, including first-timers and seasoned practitioners, we warmly welcome you to explore and grow with us.
WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you give yourself time to arrive in-person before the 9 a.m. meeting.
Our Location: Our location is unequaled in Connecticut, which includes quiet sitting meditation in front of the Shôyôan Teien Zen garden and a traditional Japanese style tatami room.
Parking: Free street parking on Washington Terrace but there is also parking on Mt. Vernon Street which is the side street, next to the center.
Meeting Rules: In order to maintain a harmonious and respectful environment, practice kind speech, be courteous, and abstain from talking about current politics or display or wear political or offensive symbols or imagery. Those unable to follow these rules will be asked to promptly leave.
Suggested Donation: $10 -$20 (cash or check) to help cover costs for our Wesleyan expenses, internet services, our extensive outreach efforts, Meetup, and standard operating costs. Checks are payable to BFF of CT. Thank you in advance for your generous support.
What to Expect? To learn more about our Meditation & Talk Sundays, visit our FAQ: Sunday Meetings web page HERE.
