Prayer and Meditation
Daily; 8a.m. EST
The shrine offers daily morning prayer, breathwork, and meditation, along with scripture readings, for the benefit of all.
Daily; 6:00p.m. EST
A dharma talk is offered for inner peace and world peace. World peace begins with you. Your presence matters.
EVENTS 2026
International Day of Peace
Monday, September 21; 12 noon
Please join us in observing a global minute for peace to honor the International Day of Peace. The United Nations theme for this year’s International Day of Peace is Invest in Peace–For Everyone, Everywhere, Every Day. This is a day of international non-violence and ceasefire, established by the United Nations General Assembly in 1981. At noon, people around the world pause in a global minute of silent prayer for peace (in the local time zone), creating a ripple effect around the world. Be a part of the change you want to see in the world.
Spiritual Caucus at the United Nations
Virtual (Zoom)
Thursday, September 17; 2:00p.m.-3:15p.m. EST
Representatives from around the world come together to observe silence for world peace. Please join us!
United Nations NGO Committee on Spirituality, Values, and Global Concerns
Virtual (Zoom)
Thursday, September 17; 1p.m.-2p.m. EST
This special gathering will feature a joint keynote presentation and the announcement of the 2026 Spirit of the United Nations Award recipients. This month’s meeting focuses on children’s rights and peace.
Love Your Neighbor Prayer Group
Virtual (Zoom)
Friday, September 4; 11:30a.m. EST
Please join us to promote love among neighbors, locally and internationally, with a special focus on the Holy Land. Facilitated by the URI CC Love Your Neighbor.
Spiritual Caucus at the United Nations
Virtual (Zoom)
Thursday, June 18; 2:00p.m.-3:15p.m. EST
Representatives from around the world come together to observe silence for world peace. Please join us!
PAST EVENTS
International Day of Peace Celebration 2025
Virtual (Zoom)
Sunday, September 21; 12p.m.-1p.m. EST
Join in with a round-table discussion of peace–what brings you peace and how you share your peace with others–and a meditation sitting. Be the change you want to see in the world. Be peace.
Buddhism and Yoga
Virtual (Zoom)
Friday, June 25; 10a.m.-12p.m. EST; Free
Please join us for a panel discussion on Buddhism and Yoga as a part of the 28th Annual World Yoga Festival. The panel includes Guru Dileepji, Rev. Dr. T.K. Nakagaki, Rev. Tapovanaye Sutadhara, Khenpo Pema Wangdak, Ven. Refa Shi, Swamini Sri Lalitambika Devi, and Professor James Lynch.
Prayers and Blessings for India
Virtual (Zoom)
Monday, May 3; 10:30-11:30a.m. EST/8p.m.-9p.m. India; Free
Co-sponsored by the Sanghakaya Foundation and the Heiwa Peace and Reconciliation Foundation of New York. Please join interfaith spiritual leaders from around the world as we pray for India during these challenging COVID times.