Awaken. Transform. Engage.
Join us for a talk and discussion with Chang Ji Fashi, a Buddhist monastic and teacher whose international work connects contemplative practice with social engagement and global citizenship.
How can I make every moment an opportunity for awakening and transformation?
We often think of spirituality as somehow separate from the rest of our activities, a space or refuge we go to in order to connect with our deepest wisdom and awakening. How can we dissolve the boundary between “practicing” and ordinary living, so that every moment and every action becomes an opportunity to cultivate and express your awakened sense of purpose, presence, and awareness?
How can I expand my awakening beyond the self?
Awakening isn’t confined to personal transformation alone; it extends into the very fabric of our social and collective existence. But how do we bridge this gap between individual enlightenment and social connection? Using the Protection of the Spiritual Environment approach, we not only deepen personal awareness but also connect our insights with the wider community, fostering a shared consciousness that transcends individual perspective.
About the Teacher
Chang Ji Fashi is a nun in the Chan Buddhist lineage of Dharma Drum Mountain. She served as International Affairs Special Assistant to the late Most Venerable Master Sheng Yen and as Dharma Drum Mountain Buddhist Association’s representative to the United Nations. Her international work has brought together young adults and multifaith leaders around global citizenship, social development, sustainability, and climate change. She leads meditation retreats and teaches contemplative action and Master Sheng Yen’s approach to Spiritual Environmentalism.
Arrival & Check-in
Doors open at 1:40 PM. The event begins promptly at 2:00 PM.
Please plan to arrive by 1:45 PM, allowing 10–15 minutes to check in and get settled.
Out of respect for all participants and the teacher, we ask that everyone arrive on time and remain for the full program.
Cost
Suggested donation: $25.
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