Event Details
Delivered by: Catholic Cemeteries and Crematoria’s Grief Care Team
In collaboration with: the Australian Sangha Association and the Buddhist Council of NSW
Date: Saturday 8th March
Time: 2pm – 3:30pm
Location: Strathfield Golf Club, Sida Room, 52 Weeroona Rd, Strathfield NSW
Cost: Free
Introduction
This introductory workshop is for anyone seeking a basic understanding of the human experience of grief and loss, tailored for a Buddhist context. The session will include content from Buddhist texts with broad relevance, based on input from the Australian Sangha Association. It offers grief awareness education for people who may be grieving a death, supporting someone who is grieving, those working in the field of grief and loss, and the general public. The workshop is open to everyone: lay and monastic, Buddhist and non-Buddhist.
Program
The workshop starts at 2pm and goes for 1.5 hours, followed by light refreshments. The content has been drawn from evidence-based understandings of the grieving process. A Buddhist monastic will be present to speak at the workshop. Participants will have the opportunity to discuss the content, reflect on their own experiences, and share insights with others.
About the Facilitators
Catholic Cemeteries and Crematoria (CCC) is a leading provider of cemetery and crematorium services within the western Sydney area. Their Grief Care service provides support, referral and education for people grieving a death or seeking to understand the loss and grief experience. They also provide training on grief, loss and bereavement to the general public, community organisations, parishes, schools, health professionals and funeral directors.
The Australian Sangha Association (ASA) is the peak national representative body for monks and nuns of all Buddhist traditions. It is part of their mission to promote the ideals of the Buddhist religion in Australia.
Registration Information
There is no cost for the workshop, however registration is essential for catering purposes.
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