Opportunities to Volunteer
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Marpa House relies on the generosity of long-term volunteers who assist with the day-to-day running of the house by coming on staff for a period of time, and short-term volunteers who may help out with large courses, come for a gardening weekend, or just come and cook lunch!
There are three long-term roles – a cook, a housekeeper and a gardener, and staff usually come for between one month to one year.
However, if you aren’t able to put your life on hold, Marpa House still requires short-term volunteers especially during courses and large events, to help out with gardening and maintenance, and occasionally to cover staffing shortages.
For over 50 years Marpa House has provided its visitors with a beautiful and peaceful environment in which to retreat, meditate, and connect with the Dharma and community that is Marpa House.
This is only possible through the generosity of long-term volunteers who assist with the day-to-day running of the house by coming ‘on staff’ for a period of time, and short-term volunteers who may help out with large courses, come for a gardening or volunteer weekend.
Thank you everyone who has contributed in the past, your kindness creates the future.
Long-term volunteering (live-in staff)
If you have more time, up to a year, then you can become a live-in staff member. There are three volunteer roles: a cook, a housekeeper, and a gardener. In return, you receive all accommodation (in a single room) and meals for free, free attendance at courses and a small honorarium to cover your basic living costs.
In addition to the practical aspect, being a live-in volunteer provides the opportunity to deepen your spiritual practice and understanding, make new friends within the Sangha, and gain the knowledge that you are giving back to the House!
If you are interested in becoming a live-in volunteer but have never visited Marpa House before, we invite you to stay for a weekend or a few days as a paying guest, allowing you to get to know the House and for us to get to know you.
Please get in touch with the Secretary by calling +44 (0) 1799 584 415 for an informal discussion or email mail@marpahouse.org.uk to arrange a suitable time to visit. The Secretary will also send you some information about volunteering at Marpa House.
Volunteering weekends
We often host volunteer gardening weekends throughout the year, where you can stay at the house for free or enjoy a complimentary lunch if you are coming for the day.
Please check our events page regularly for future weekends and further details.
“Material objects are like clouds and mist, so never think they will last, popularity is like an echo, so don’t pursue esteem, pursue the Dharma.”
by Kyabje Chime Rinpoche
ADDRESS
Marpa House,
Rectory Lane, Ashdon,
Saffron Walden, Essex
CB10 2HN
United Kingdom
CONTACT
T: +44 (0) 1799 584 415
E: mail@marpahouse.org.uk
“One sky, one mind”
Kyabje Chime Rinpoche
Marpa House is conducted by The Dharma Trust, a company limited by guarantee (no. 04332473) and registered with the Charity Commission (no. 1090628).
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