Buddhist Chaplaincy and Spiritual Care Training Expands at Sati Center
In September 2024, the Sati Center is launching its 22nd yearlong “Introduction to Buddhist Chaplaincy” program, originally initiated by Gil Fronsdal, Jennifer Block, and Paul Haller.
This comprehensive training equips participants with essential spiritual care skills crucial for professional and volunteer chaplaincy roles in environments like hospitals and prisons.
It also serves as a foundational training in spiritual and pastoral care within Buddhist communities, emphasizing compassionate service and support.
Over the years, this program has expanded its offerings to include specialized tracks.
In 2019, it introduced “Buddhist Eco-Chaplaincy,” addressing spiritual care in relation to environmental issues.
Recognizing the need for accessibility, the original program went online in 2020, enabling remote participation. Additionally, starting in October 2024, the Sati Center will launch the “Anukampa Training,” a condensed version of the Buddhist Chaplaincy program.
This new training focuses on aspects of Buddhist practice and chaplaincy that support spiritual growth, appealing to those interested in personal spiritual maturation along the Buddhist path, irrespective of chaplaincy aspirations.
These initiatives underscore the Sati Center’s commitment to providing diverse and accessible avenues for spiritual care training, integrating Buddhist principles with contemporary challenges and expanding the scope of compassionate service within and beyond traditional settings.
