Barre Center for Buddhist Studies seeks an experienced, efficient, and energetic cook to occasionally assist in planning and preparing vegetarian meals for 25-45 people who attend programs at our residential study and retreat center. Working closely with the Kitchen Manager and other Cooks, the Per Diem Cook will work occasional support shifts when needed, including some evenings and weekends. Responsibilities: Follow recipes to prepare tasty and nutritious vegetarian meals on time … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2024
NEW IMP Certificate Program
BCBS is delighted to announce our partnership with the Institute for Meditation and Psychotherapy (IMP) on their Certificate Program in Mindfulness & Psychotherapy – a 9-month immersive training for mental health and other healthcare professionals in the application of mindfulness to psychotherapy and the delivery of care. The IMP began as a study group in the 1980s, consisting mainly of folks researching meditation. Dan Brown, who organized the first meeting, brought together an … [Read more...]
Made with Metta (General Tarrah’s / Tso’s Tofu)
Cooking is an act of love and care for our chefs, who stay on the lookout for delicious new recipes. Chef Tarrah has recently been delighting yogis with General Tarrah's (Tso's) Tofu. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do! General Tarrah’s (Tso’s) Tofu Servings: 10 Download Recipe PDF 5 1/2 pounds Tofu, firm, pressed MARINADE 3/4 cup tamari 5/8 tablespoon siracha 1/8 cup sesame oil 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/2 cup sunflower oil SAUCE 3 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil 2 7/8 … [Read more...]
Bhikkhu Anālayo releases The Signless and the Deathless: On the Realization of Nirvana
BCBS Resident Scholar and Monk Bhikkhu Anālayo recently released The Signless and the Deathless: On the Realization of Nirvana (Wisdom Publications). This book is an insightful examination of the end of suffering, drawing much-needed attention to two overlooked factors of Nirvana: signlessness and deathlessness. It includes a foreword by Bhante Gunaratana. Nirvana is at once a critical part of the Buddhist path and a concept difficult to fully understand for Buddhist practitioners. … [Read more...]