Author: Lee Wen Teh

April 11, EDG Outing at MFAH: Buddha / Nature

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Buddha/Nature: Five Dialogues on Our Shared World & Meditation 

The English Dharma Group warmly invites you to join us for a shared visit to the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston to experience Buddha/Nature, a special exhibition bringing together ancient Buddhist sculpture and contemporary art in reflection on our shared world.
Organized around five themes—Samsara, Impermanence, Karma, Compassion, and Awakening—the exhibition explores cycles of life, our relationship with nature, and the ethical questions of our time. Rare works from the Xuzhou Collection anchor this powerful dialogue between past and present, inviting us to pause, reflect, and consider our role in a world in flux.
After viewing the exhibition, we will walk together to the peaceful Japanese Garden in Hermann Park for a 30-minute meditation inspired by what we’ve seen, followed by gentle discussion.

Saturday, April 11, 2025 | 11:00 AM

Exhibition tickets: $24 ($20 seniors; free for MFAH members)
Museum parking: $10 (4 hours)
Japanese Garden: Free

The garden is about a 10-minute (½ mile) walk from the museum. Those with mobility concerns are welcome to drive over and join us there. Please bring water and a cushion or towel if you’d like additional support during meditation. Carpooling is encouraged.

Exhibition details > here: 
To join, please email: jadebuddharetreat@yahoo.com

March 28, EDG’s One-Day Meditation Retreat

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March Retreat with Sharanya Udipi
MINDFULNESS: AN INTRODUCTION

This month’s one‑day meditation retreat at the American Bodhi Center will be led by Sharanya Udipi. Please note that lunch will not be provided. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own food. Refrigerators and microwaves will be available. As the American Bodhi Center is a vegetarian complex, please refrain from bringing any meat.

SCHEDULE

9:30-10:00 AMWhat is mindfulness? What is it not? What are the benefits of mindfulness practice? How was secular mindfulness introduced in the West?  
10:00-10:30 AMGrounding meditation  
10:30-11:15 AMWalking meditation  
11:15-11:30 AMBreak  
11:30-12:15 PMSamatha or breath meditation  
12:15-1:30 PMLunch (Bring your own)  
1:30-2:15 PMBody scan meditation (bring a throw or yoga mat if you need)  
2:15-2:30 PMBreak  
2:30-3:00 PMEating meditation (Bring raisins if you can)  
3:00-3:45 PMVipassana Meditation  
3:45-4:00 PMQuestions and feedback  

Dāna Opportunities – Supporting the Mexican Buddhist Center (Paññābhūmi), Founded by Bhante Rāhula

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Dear EDG Members,

We are honored to share an opportunity to support Bhante Rāhula, a valued EDG speaker and the founder of the Mexican Buddhist Center (Paññābhūmi) in Guadalajara, Mexico.

Bhante Rāhula’s unwavering dedication to spreading the Dhamma across Mexico, North America and Latin America is truly inspiring. Through his practical and compassionate approach, he continues to make ancient wisdom relevant in today’s world, touching the lives of countless individuals.

If you would like to support Bhante Rāhula’s invaluable work, please consider making a donation via PayPal.

Your generosity—whether a one-time or monthly contribution—goes directly to sustaining the Mexican Buddhist Center and Bhante’s mission to share the Dhamma.

Here are some photos showcasing the monastery’s construction progress.

And here’s a short video highlighting the retreats led by Bhante in year 2024.