Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre

Volunteering at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre (Manjushri KMC) offers an opportunity to experience first-hand the Buddhist way of life within a vibrant, international community.

There are many ways in which you can help. For example, serving in the cafe, helping to prepare guest rooms, cooking, gardening or joining a renovation project for the building.

We are located just south of the English Lake District, situated in 70 acres of woodland and gardens, on the shores of Morecambe Bay. Take this opportunity to be part of a diverse international community of Buddhist practitioners and volunteers, make lasting connections, and enjoy a meaningful break. Typically you will volunteer Monday to Friday but depending on the activity, it may also include weekends. Whilst these activities are not always strenuous you will need to be reasonably fit and active to come on a volunteering visit. You will have two days free each week when you can explore the Lakes, or just relax in the friendly atmosphere of the Centre. As a volunteering visitor you are welcome to take part in many of the spiritual activities at Manjushri Centre such as evening classes and weekend courses.

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Reseñas

5.0
(273 reseñas)273

Anfitrión y equipo

5.0

Horas y tareas

5.0

Hostal

5.0

Aprendizaje y diversión

5.0

Chile

5

Volunteering at Manjushri Buddhist Temple was unforgettable. From the start, I felt warmly welcomed by everyone, including monks and fellow volunteers. I helped with household tasks and summer festival preparations. I also had the opportunity to learn about Buddhism and participate in some classes. The temple, surrounded by nature, was peaceful and inspiring. Sharing this experience with wonderful people made me feel truly part of a caring community 😊

hace 11 horas

Brasil

4

Gostei bastante da experiência, acho que foi algo muito enriquecedor para a minha vida no geral, principalmente por conta das amizades que fiz e da vivência que tive com pessoas do mundo inteiro. Porém, creio que a questão das horas trabalhadas e a dinâmica de trabalho poderiam ter sido melhor explicadas antes de eu ter chego no local, porque na realidade temos que ficar disponíveis para o trabalho praticamente das 9h às 17h (incluindo as pausas). No período que fui o centro estava abrigando cerca de 210 pessoas, então o trabalho às vezes era bem puxado.

hace 3 días

Estados Unidos

5

I loved my time at Manjushri Centre! The grounds and meditations were lovely, but my favorite part was the people. I was in the kitchen, where the main job was cutting vegetables and cleaning. I worked with Buddhist monks, nuns, and volunteers from all over the world! The volunteer culture is very positive and social, the volunteers I met were by far the highlight of my trip.

Things to note:
Volunteers aren't told their assigned departments until arrival
Art studio volunteers work an 5 extra hours weekly (not advertised on worldpackers)
Work hours were 9–5 with breaks totaling two hours

hace 8 días

Israel

5

Volunteering at Manjushri was a wonderful experience for me, I feel grateful for it 🙏🏼 I learned about Buddhism and felt the love, kindness, and respect all around from the Buddhist community which inspired me ❤️ I also met lovely volunteers, shared beautiful moments together, and each one added something to me ❤️

My volunteering role was in the café, from 10 to 5 including a one-hour break. The work was diverse, light, and fulfilling for me, and the atmosphere was very good.
One thing worth mentioning there were some changes in the volunteer role 2 weeks before the annual summer festival.

hace 12 días

España

5

Magical experience, the people who gather at this centre are wonderful people. I would definitely repeat it again.

hace 15 días


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