Buddhism: Unitarianism Without the You

Buddhism: Unitarianism Without the You
A Friendly Meeting With a UU (Buddhist) Monk
Join Ajahn Kovilo Bhikkhu, a Unitarian-born American Buddhist monk, for conversation, several short guided meditations, and Q&A centering around Buddhism as seen through Unitarian eyes. Topics for discussion may include:
- The similarities and differences between Unitarianism and Buddhism
- The beauty of cognitive flexibility around how and when to pick up your ego
- The utility and practice of deep meditation
- The aspects of faith and transcendence in Buddhism
- Being Buddhist in America
- Why the heck would anybody want to be a monk
- Time: October 26, 2025 12:00- 1:30 pm
- Location: Unitarian Universalist Church of Palo Alto, Fireside Room (the room behind the coffee table)
- Facilitator: Ajahn Kovilo Bhikkhu (né Ian Hillard - son of UUCPA member Paula Hillard)
- Questions: [paulahillard@me.com](mailto:paulahillard@me.com)

Fourth Sunday Waffles and snacks will be available after the service. Please use a paper plate. Suggested contribution $2.
Child care will be provided.

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