Institute of Buddhist Studies and Harvard Divinity School

The Institute of Buddhist Studies and Harvard Divinity School present  Dharma at Times of Need

The Interface of Chaplaincy and Ministry

Fundamental to the teachings of Buddhism is a description of the human condition as one of suffering, frustration and disappointment. A deep understanding of this condition is the necessary step toward living with and through that actuality, especially when we are confronted by that actuality in its starkest terms - the death of a loved one, a terminal illness, loss of hope, anguish.

This two day symposium will explore the ways that engaging the insights of the Dharma can benefit people at the times of greatest suffering, frustration and disappointment, and the role of minister and chaplain in assisting others at and through those times of need.

Keynote Presentation:

Friday, May 3 at 6 p.m.

"Making Ministry Practical: Changing Roles in Japan"

Rev. Seigen Yamaoka

Professor of Shin Buddhist Studies
Institute of Buddhist Studies
Dharma at Times of Need

Friday May 3 through Saturday May 4, 2013

Jodo Shinshu Center
Berkeley, Ca

Doors open at 3 p.m., Friday.

This event is free and open to the public
Pre-registration is encouraged.

Click here for free registration.

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