[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Buddhist Peace Fellowship actions

Tuesday, 24 June 2025

[Downtown Dharma Sangha Listserv] Buddhist Peace Fellowship actions

From Em Morrison:

Hi friend,

a) wanted you to know about this Interfaith Action for Palestine you can be a part of in DC this week.

b) Housing request from Buddhist Peace Fellowship organizers below.

c) Please spread to your networks!

Until all are free,

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We are especially interested in engaging DC Buddhists to turn out, and also curious if any folks might be willing to offer accommodations for our team! Someone with a separate apartment/ inlaw unit/ carriage house/ etc where they could get some solitude and deep rest would be ideal. (contact Prince to connect about this or any questions, mlbenitez@gmail.com)

---------- Forwarded message ---------
From: Daní ⊹ Kate at Buddhist Peace Fellowship <info@bpf.org>
Date: Sat, Jun 21, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Subject: Show Up With Us ❍ Buddhists for Palestine Are Heading to D.C.
To: <kate@katejohnson.com>

Buddhist Peace Fellowship: Cultivating Compassionate Action

Beloved sangha,

We're headed to D.C. — and we're calling you in.

From June 29 to July 1, BPF is showing up as part of the Interfaith Action for Palestine — a multi-faith resistance to challenge the violent politics of CUFI (Christians United for Israel), one of the most powerful drivers of imperial violence in the U.S. and globally.

CUFI doesn't just support military occupation. They pour millions into policies that criminalize all of our communities — from Palestinian liberation to queer and trans life, from immigration to reproductive justice.

Whether you're able to show up in person or in spirit, there's a place for you in this sacred action.

📍On the Ground in D.C.?
We're organizing a Buddhist affinity circle rooted in prayer, presence, and people power. If you're joining in person, please make sure to register with us directly so we can welcome you into our Signal group, BPF Contingent Sign-Up

And when registering withInterfaith Action for Palestine, please be sure to indicate that you're connected to Buddhist Peace Fellowship.

⋆˚꩜｡ Can't be there in person, but want to support us?
This moment calls for fierce love and presence — and your support helps carry our leaders to the frontlines of sacred resistance in D.C. Your generosity powers everything from lodging, food, childcare support, and materials.

If your heart is moved, please make a gift — and note "IAP" in the memo so we can honor your support for this vital action. Donate and chip in here!

｡𖦹°‧Joining Online?

Be part of the Interfaith Action for Palestine's online offerings — including grief rituals, political education, and community spaces led by partners across traditions.

The online program of the 2025 Interfaith Action for Palestine will energetically support the on the ground initiatives in DC.

Image ID:A digital flyer with rich brown background and abstract geometric shapes in pink and blue. Flyer reads: "Buddhists in Solidarity" Graphic Design by Candi Martinez

BPF's online offering — "Buddhists in Solidarity" — is on Monday, June 30 at 12:30pm PT / 3:30pm ET.This virtual gathering led by our dear Kate Johnson and emiko yoshikami. We will offer sacred chants from different Buddhist traditions and meditative prayers to awaken our spirits and radiate protection and love to those in Gaza and beyond.

Register at:interfaithforpalestine.com/online

And just one more thing... we've been nurturing a tender new offering —it's almost ready! We can't wait to share it with you next week. Stay close.

Deep bows,

Daní with Kate

Feel free to reply to this email with thoughts or questions.

We'd love to hear from you!

email: info@bpf.org | website: bpf.org

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