Beyond the cushion —
six ways to engage.
The relationship between a monastery and its community is a two-way one. Alongside our weekly programs, there are quieter, more personal ways to take part — through service, through study, and through hosting the monks in your own life, classroom, or workplace.
Six doors into the monastery’s life.
Meal offerings
Offer breakfast or lunch to the monks — at the monastery, on a date you choose.
Read moreThe Great Stupa
A newly built stupa enshrining the Buddha’s sacred relics is under way at the monastery.
Read moreLending library
Borrow from our collection of Pāli scriptures and Dhamma books, at the monastery or at retreats.
Read morePastoral care
Hospital and home visits, house blessings, counselling, and guidance for life’s transitions.
Read moreMonks in your classroom
Invite a monk to speak to your class — elementary through university, anywhere in Winnipeg.
Read moreStaff retreats
Mindfulness, meditation, and ethics sessions for teams and organizations — 1 to 3 hours, on-site.
Read moreOffered at no cost.
Every service listed here is offered freely. The monastery is sustained by the voluntary generosity of its supporters — never by charging for what the monks give. If you’d like to contribute to that support, you can learn more here.