Shambhala Congress 2007 Your on-line Congress discussion forums. Please register to join the discussion.    FAQ   Search   Memberlist   Usergroups   Register   Profile   Log in to check your private messages   Log in  The time now is Thu Dec 04, 2008 1:50 am Shambhala Congress 2007 Forum Index View unanswered posts  Forum   Topics   Posts   Last Post  Getting Started   How to join in Tips for using the Shambhala Congress discussion area. Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 4 5 Fri Sep 24, 2004 7:05 pm Congress Administration Congress 2007 Discussion Forums (Read Only)   Suggested topics for the forum With the goal of a fresh start for the Congress 2007, here you can post your ideas for the topic groups you would like to see in this discussion forum. The webmaster will add them as they come. Moderator Anna_Weinstein 3 8 Fri Apr 20, 2007 8:04 am David Wimberly Facilities and Care for Aging Sangha Members A forum to discuss how we can care for each other in old age, sickness, and death, for those of us wishing to live in a sangha environment in our late life.     1 1 Sun Apr 01, 2007 8:00 am Juana_Piney Social Action Here you can discuss social projects that we as Shambhalians are already working on and that we can plan together for the future, to help the world we live in.     1 3 Tue Mar 13, 2007 1:36 pm Hubert Schiff Shambhala Youth A forum to discuss ideas and plans for working with Shambhala children and youth all across the mandala.     0 0 No Posts Shambhala Forms and Cultural Contexts A forum to discuss how far we can go in adapting the teachings to local conditions, circumstances and individuals, without losing the Shambhala Buddhist ground.     0 0 No Posts Group Practice Requirements and Isolated Sangha Here you can discuss the question of how sangha members who live in isolated areas, who always have to travel in order to attend programmes that fulfill the group practice requirements, can still progress along the path.     0 0 No Posts Public Relations and Marketing In this forum you can discuss issues about publicity and promotion of Shambhala in general and more specifically relating to programmes.     0 0 No Posts Linking Western and Eastern Europe Here you can discuss how to bridge the gap between these two strongly connected and yet very different sections of the mandala.     1 1 Wed Apr 04, 2007 11:22 am Achim Schlage Families and Practice How do we educate our children, and bring practice into our family lives? And how can we extend this out into a greater scope, including non-Shambhala schools?     0 0 No Posts Accessibility A forum to continue the discussion of how to make our programs and centers more accessible for people with various physical needs, including wheelchairs.     1 1 Fri Apr 27, 2007 6:25 pm David Wimberly Community Care How can we support each other in times of illness, personal hardship, and life in general?     0 0 No Posts Non-Buddhists in the Shambhala Mandala Although the path of Shambhala Buddhism is changing and developing, how can we continue to integrate people of various faiths and religions into our Shambhala kingdom and keep the path of fearlessness and gentleness in everyday life accessible as a non-religious practice?     0 0 No Posts Hosting the Sakyong A forum to discuss how to make inviting and hosting Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche more feasible for smaller centres and groups.     0 0 No Posts Shambhala and Ecology What can we as a Shambhala society do to help the warming climate and the other ecological crises the worldwide society is facing?     2 2 Sat Apr 21, 2007 12:04 am Janet Shotwell Congress Feedback Forum Please leave any and all feedback about the 2007 Congress here. This forum is open to all participants as well as to those who were unable to attend the Congress.     0 0 No Posts Congress 2005 Discussion Forums (Read-Only)   Sangha Town Halls Share summaries of and reports on town hall meetings on issues vital to the sangha and its communities and organizations. Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 2 3 Fri Feb 11, 2005 10:43 pm St. Petersburg Florida New Shambhala Buddhist Practices A forum to discuss the new practices introduced by the Sakyong, as well as the Shambhala Buddhist educational view and path for practitioners. Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 4 28 Tue Aug 08, 2006 5:23 am Susdevwuv Shambhala Buddhism - How Do Other Teachers Fit In? The introduction of the Shambhala Buddhist path as a new identity under the spiritual governing authority of the Sakyong raises the question of how students who study with other Buddhist teachers fit in. Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 4 10 Fri Jul 15, 2005 7:54 am herojig Governance & Structure Forum to discuss future models for governance and decision-making. What kinds of organizational changes would encourage healthier relationships between our centers and Shambhala leadership? Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 4 6 Fri Feb 11, 2005 5:35 pm Denault Blouin Membership Policy Current thinking on the view and implementation of membership within the mandala. What criteria define membership and citizenship? What are the responsibilities and commitments of membership? Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 3 9 Sun Jan 23, 2005 9:28 am Ira Zukerman New Economic Model Discussion about proposed models and structures for financial planning, reporting, and fundraising for Shambhala. What economic models would best express our connections as a mandala? Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 1 4 Wed Aug 02, 2006 7:31 pm Lakale Leadership & Succession Recommendations for cultivating and strengthening leaders within our community. What is the view and practice of Shambhala leadership, and what resources should be made available to develop leadership skills? Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 2 4 Sat Feb 19, 2005 1:27 pm James Elliott Community Care and Conduct How do we care for members of our community? What services can the Kasung, central administration, dekyongs, Upaya Council, and other entities provide? Discussions about conflict resolution, and issues of abuse. Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 2 3 Wed Apr 19, 2006 8:10 pm cmontone Social Engagement Discussion about engaging in social and political activities. What skills are required to engage properly in “social action?” Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 7 15 Mon Apr 10, 2006 4:33 am sushil_yadav Communications A discussion about promoting better communication within the mandala, including community meetings, publications, the web, and mailing lists. How do we communicate among ourselves and the world effectively? Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 6 16 Wed Jun 28, 2006 2:47 pm zxahafkse Diversity & Accessibility Defining the issues, raising awareness, and promoting greater diversity at local centers. A discussion about the practical steps that individuals and centers can begin to take. Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 1 5 Thu Feb 24, 2005 6:53 pm jlayton Outreach Discussion about marketing, best practices, and publicity. Creating resources to communicate and magnetize new practitioners. Articulating a recognizable identity for the Shambhala mandala. Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 13 13 Tue Feb 15, 2005 4:00 am Holly Gayley Talking Circles A discussion about the Talking Circles Initiatives, and other effective processes to help community members express and work with difficult issues. Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 3 8 Wed Mar 29, 2006 6:53 am Taxdog Congress 2003 Discussion Forums (Read-Only)   Unified Mandala Structure Discussion about possible structures and governance for Shambhala mandala How can we structure ourselves in a way that manifests our sacred mandala and encourages communication with the centers and the leadership. Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 9 12 Tue Nov 04, 2003 1:18 pm Tsondru New Economic Model A discussion about new model and "Economic Model" paper, finance, fundraising, etc. What kind of economic model expresses our connection as a mandala and still allows fro autonomy and creativity in the centers? How can we streamline and simplify our financial accounting and reporting methods? Given our vision and need for resources, what kind of fundraising makes sense for us? Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 10 12 Fri Oct 31, 2003 11:26 pm Congress Administration Membership and Citizenship Discussion about citizenship, definitions of membership, "Membership" paper, etc. What does it mean to be a citizen of Shambhala? What commitment is implied in becoming a members? What are some approaches to membership that encourage appropriate participation in and connection with our mandala? Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 5 17 Wed Mar 17, 2004 7:58 pm RogerN Community and Society Discussion on "Care and Conduct" paper, working with conflict, revitalizing the deleg system, leadership development, working with volunteers, etc. How can we work sanely and compassionately with differences that arise in our community? What methods and processes encourage appropriate resolution of issues within our community? How can we strengthen the deleg system? Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 4 9 Mon Nov 17, 2003 12:17 am Dignity Outreach and Marketing Discussion on outreach, best practices, marketing, etc. How can we establish a recognized "identity" for Shambhala while still encouraging creativity and innovation in the centers? How can the Sakyong's book be utilized for outreach? Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 3 3 Thu Oct 09, 2003 6:01 pm lorigreen Social Action Discussion on partnering with other groups and communities, taking action in social, economic and political arenas. Are there specfic skills in "social action" that can and should be taught? Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 8 9 Tue Nov 18, 2003 5:48 am David Wimberly Practice and Study How can we modify the curriculum so it can be used at smaller center? How can technology help us deliver the core curriculum with consistency worldwide? How can we define what our relationship is with other lineage teachers and their students? Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 5 11 Wed Jan 21, 2004 6:12 pm David Burkholder Technology Discussion on the best use of technology for communication within and outside of our mandala Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 4 10 Tue Oct 28, 2003 11:01 pm Jonathon Westbrook Other Topics Includes anything else that is not covered by one of the above topics Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 6 7 Tue Nov 11, 2003 9:28 pm pemayeshe Community Input   Community Member Input This forum contains a variety of communications sent to President Reoch and the Shambhala Congress administration directly. Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 6 13 Mon Aug 02, 2004 10:16 pm JaneFried Center and Group Input These are reports submitted by Shambhala Centers as part of the first phase of the Congress�advance consultation. It is not too late to make contributions. Please send your reports to congress@shambhala.org and we will post them here. Moderators Wendy Layton, Anna_Weinstein 12 12 Tue Sep 09, 2003 11:22 am William Sutton Conference Calls Transcripts and discussion of the conference calls held in preparation for the congress. 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