Community

Our community is diverse, capable, and heartfelt. Our members and friends include dedicated senior teachers who have walked the Shambhala Buddhist path for many years, and enthusiastic newcomers who are just discovering our teachings on realizing basic goodness and building enlightened society.

Visit the links in the right sidebar to read more about our community.

Community Resources

Frequently requested community resources can be found here:

  • Phoenix Shambhala Finances: View our financial spreadsheet.
  • Care and Conduct at the Phoenix Shambhala Center: Please see the minutes to our 5/21/18 Council Meeting. Access the new Code of Conduct documents (effective Shambhala Day 2021) and the current policy at the Shambhala Code of Conduct hub.
  • Resources regarding harm in Shambhala: Official communications regarding allegations against Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche and the subsequent leadership transition are continuously updated at the July 2018 blog post. Includes responses from leading teachers and additional resources.
  • Phoenix Shambhala Community Meetings: Please see our upcoming agendas and minutes for past meetings at the Leadership page. You may contact us via email at any time with questions for the Center Leadership.

Community Events

Meditation in Everyday Life - An Introductory Course

with Beverley Williams

March 21st—April 18th - Date postponed or cancelled

Learn tools and teachings for developing a meditation practice that benefits you and others. Continue »

Impermanence is mandatory - Suffering is optional

April 7th

In this 3 hour class we will explore together this foundation of Shambhala Buddhism through talks from a senior teacher, group discussion, exercises and guided meditation. Continue »

Nyinthun (Meditation Intensive)

April 20th

A day-long meditation intensive, or nyinthun, is a great way to deepen and energize your meditation practice. Continue »

Shambhala Sadhana Practice Open to Community

April 21st

It is with great pleasure that we announce the monthly Full Moon Shambhala Sadhana practice. Continue »