The Sangha is the Buddhist term for the community of people wishing to learn from the Buddha's teachings. Lalitaraja, Santva, Manjumitra, Khemananda and guest Order Members take turns to lead these evenings, practising and communicating Buddhism. A Sangha evening might include a talk, meditation, discussion, workshop, devotional practice. Open to all (though it is helpful if you have had an introduction to the Mindfulness of Breathing and Metta Bhavana meditation practices).

Monday 2nd August: Lammas / Midsummer Festival with Lalitaraja
Tonight we celebrate the solar festival of Lammas/Lugnasad. Marking the mid-point between the summer solstice (Litha) and the autumnal equinox (Mabon) it’s a time for gathering in and giving thanks for abundance. The word 'Lammas' is derived from 'loaf mass' and is indicative of how central and honoured is the first grain and the first loaf of the harvesting cycle. Our Puja will be celebrating the golden yellow archetypal Buddha figure Ratnasambhava, who is associated with generosity and abundance.

Props for our ritual:-
a broom!
mint
green and/or gold ribbon
bread - fresh baked (soda bread is nice and easy!)

Any, all or none of the above is also fine!

With Lalitaraja and the Sangha Night Team.

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