A Buddhist Approach To Death and Dying
- Half Day Retreat
- Saturday 14 March, 10am - 1pm
- See schedule
- £25 | £20 conc | Free for Members
- Venue: Godmersham Village Hall, Godmersham, Canterbury CT4 7DR
Saturday 14 March, 10am – 1pm
Venue: Godmersham Village Hall, Godmersham, Canterbury, CT4 7DR
Price: £25 I £20 (Conc) I Free for Members
Living Meaningfully, Dying Joyfully
With Senior Buddhist Teacher James Baskerville
Understanding death and the process of dying is essential for ourselves and those we love. In this deeply reflective workshop, Senior Buddhist Teacher James Baskerville will share Buddha’s timeless wisdom on death and dying, guiding us to develop a peaceful, accepting and compassionate approach to life’s most inevitable transition.
By deepening our awareness of death, we can live with greater purpose and clarity, prepare for a peaceful passing, and learn how to offer genuine comfort and support to others at their time of greatest need.
What You Will Learn
- What Happens When We Die – Profound insights into the death process from a Buddhist perspective.
- How to Die Peacefully – Overcoming fear, regret and attachment to face death with calm and confidence.
- Supporting the Dying – Practical and compassionate methods to help loved ones through this transition.
Benefits
- Gain a clear understanding of the death process and it’s spiritual significance.
- Learn to live with greater mindfulness, joy and purpose.
- Discover timeless practical wisdom for cultivating peace — in life, in dying and beyond.
Held in the serene surroundings of beautiful Godmersham Hall, this workshop offers a rare opportunity for reflection, wisdom and transformation. Open to everyone, regardless of background or experience.
The Teacher
This day retreat will be led by James Baskerville, the Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Kent.
James has been practising and teaching Kadampa Buddhism for over twenty years and has engaged in extensive meditation retreats, including silent retreat. He is especially known for his clarity, humour and inspirational presentation of Buddha’s teachings.
Details
Date:
Saturday 14 March
Time:
10am - 1pm
Cost:
£25 | £20 (conc) |Free for Members
Venue
Location:
Godmersham Village Hall,
Godmersham,
Canterbury
CT4 7DR
Phone:
07486 466765
Email:
info@meditateinkent.com
SCHEDULE
Registration | 09.40am
Session one | 10.00am – 11.15am
Break | 11.15am – 11.45am
Session two | 11.45am – 1.00pm
Cost & Booking
- £25 | £20 (Conc) | Free for Members
Vegetarian Lunch and refreshments provided.
This half day retreat is open to everyone and will be held in the Godmersham Village Hall.
ONLINE BOOKING ESSENTIAL!
Please note: Online Booking & Payment prior the start of the retreat only.
LOCATION
FAQs
Our classes are for everyone who is interested in learning how to meditate, regardless of background or belief. They are designed to give a broad introduction to Buddhist meditation, teachings, and practice. Everyone is invited to use whichever aspects of the teachings they find helpful.
No. Anyone can learn basic meditation and experience the benefits that come from having a peaceful mind.
No. Everyone is welcome, including beginners. All you need is the wish to improve yourself and the quality of your life.
No special clothing is required, come as you are.
No. The classes focus on meditation and teachings alone. You can choose to sit on a chair or meditation cushion.
We are a registered charity run entirely by volunteers, no-one receives a salary. The funds we receive are used to pay for our venues and operating expenses. Although we charge for classes we also offer low-income rates and no one will ever be turned away for lack of funds.
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