Sangha Day

Sangha Day & Mitra Ceremonies

10:00 – 10:30: Doors open

10:30 – 11:15: Morning Meditation Session (GFR group)

Collective silent practice to establish intentionality, metta, and mindfulness for the day's proceedings.

11:15 – 11:30: Mid-Morning Break

11:30 – 12:00: Talk: "What does it mean to be a Mitra on Sangha Day?"

12:00 – 12:30: Re-affirmation & Devotional Practice (GFR group)

A dedicated ritual space for existing Mitras to formally reaffirm their spiritual commitment to the Buddhist path within Triratna.

12:30 – 13:45  Festive Lunch

Shared vegetarian/vegan lunch.

13:45 – 14:00  Introduction to the afternoon (Akasharaja)

An introduction to the upcoming afternoon proceedings, establishing the significance of the ceremonies.

14:00 – 14:45: Rejoicing in the new Mitras-to-be (Akasharaja)

An opportunity for people to rejoice in the new Mitras-to-be.

14:45 – 15:00: Tea Break

15:00 – 15:30: The Mitra Ceremony within the Three-Fold Puja (Akasharaja)

The Sangha joins together to perform a puja. At the heart of the Puja, the Mitras-to-be step forward one by one to make their traditional offerings. The Puja ends with the final traditional offerings, blessings, and transference of merit. After the puja, there's another opportunity to gather in celebration of our new Mitras, with tea and cake in abundance!