An International Festival of Kadampa Buddhist Teachings & Meditations The 2020 Online Summer Festival is a special opportunity to receive teachings and engage in meditations of Kadampa Buddhism online over a two-week period. You can choose to join in week 1, week 2 or both weeks. Everyone is welcome, regardless of age, nationality or experience. […]
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. ------------------------ Join our community of meditators for teachings and meditations based on the systematic and renowned “Stages of the Path to Enlightenment”, or Lamrim in Tibetan. We go one meditation at a time through this classic presentation of 21 meditations designed to each uniquely benefit […]
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. SUNDAY MORNING MEDITATIONS These Sunday classes emphasize integrating essential, positive states of mind such as patience, universal love, and compassion into our daily life. Come learn how meditating on and cultivating these positive states lead to a happy, more meaningful life! Each class is taught […]
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. ------------------- Guided meditations and Buddhist teachings are suitable for both beginners and more advanced meditation practitioners. Classes are given as a series, but can also be taken individually. Please feel free to drop-in anytime. Everyone welcome! | Visit our Weekly Meditations page for more information.
A simple, refreshing guided meditation class with Buddhist teacher, Donna Cordeiro. Everyone welcome!
Everything depends on the mind. Our entire world depends upon our mind. The more we understand this, that the mind is changing moment by moment, and that meditation is a method to purify our mind, the more we realize that we can reinvent our self. We can put our creativity to good use by deciding […]
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. ------------------------ Join our community of meditators for teachings and meditations based on the systematic and renowned “Stages of the Path to Enlightenment”, or Lamrim in Tibetan. We go one meditation at a time through this classic presentation of 21 meditations designed to each uniquely benefit […]
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. SUNDAY MORNING MEDITATIONS These Sunday classes emphasize integrating essential, positive states of mind such as patience, universal love, and compassion into our daily life. Come learn how meditating on and cultivating these positive states lead to a happy, more meaningful life! Each class is taught […]
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. ------------------- Guided meditations and Buddhist teachings are suitable for both beginners and more advanced meditation practitioners. Classes are given as a series, but can also be taken individually. Please feel free to drop-in anytime. Everyone welcome! | Visit our Weekly Meditations page for more information.
We are living in troubled times, there is no question about that. It can feel like we have no protection from the turmoil around us. We try to cope with our anxiety, but, if we’re honest, many of the ways we try to protect ourselves from fear or anger don’t really do the job. This […]
A simple, refreshing guided meditation class with Buddhist teacher, Nini Rodriguez. Everyone welcome!
A simple, refreshing guided meditation class with Buddhist teacher, Erin Phillips. Everyone welcome!
Is Meditation Enough? the role of meditation in a world of strife -------------- Is meditation enough? When there are so many societal issues, how does the practice of meditation, which is an inner practice, stay relevant? How can it still help and benefit the people of the world? Venerable Geshe-la, the meditation master and founder […]
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. ------------------------ Join our community of meditators for teachings and meditations based on the systematic and renowned “Stages of the Path to Enlightenment”, or Lamrim in Tibetan. We go one meditation at a time through this classic presentation of 21 meditations designed to each uniquely benefit […]
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. ------------------- Guided meditations and Buddhist teachings are suitable for both beginners and more advanced meditation practitioners. Classes are given as a series, but can also be taken individually. Please feel free to drop-in anytime. Everyone welcome! | Visit our Weekly Meditations page for more information.
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. SUNDAY MORNING MEDITATIONS These Sunday classes emphasize integrating essential, positive states of mind such as patience, universal love, and compassion into our daily life. Come learn how meditating on and cultivating these positive states lead to a happy, more meaningful life! Each class is taught […]
If you’re attending general Kadampa Buddhist classes, but find yourself wanting more, you might enjoy the Foundation Program. FP is the next step in deepening your practical experience of Buddha’s teachings through the systematic study of specific Kadampa Buddhist texts written by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Learn more about FP HERE. (not a drop-in class) If you […]
The purpose of the Teacher Training Program is to provide an extensive presentation of particular subjects of Mahayana Buddhism to enable practitioners to deepen their knowledge and experience of Buddhism, and to train as qualified New Kadampa Tradition Teachers. In addition to completing the study of fourteen texts of Sutra and Tantra, including the six texts […]
No matter how negative our mind is we have the opportunity to purify it completely by engaging in purification, the root of future happiness and spiritual realizations. In this practice, we visualize the Thirty-five Confession Buddhas and practice purification in their presence. Through the power of their blessings and prayers, we can swiftly purify even […]
This 1.5 hour practice is held on the 10th and 25th of the month. This is a special Guru Yoga of Je Tsongkhapa in conjunction with Highest Yoga Tantra that is a preliminary practice for Vajrayana Mahamudra. The main practice is relying upon our Spiritual Guide as a Buddha and making praises and requests, but […]
The Joy of Compassion: Meditations on Taking and Giving ----------- Compassion is what our world needs right now. We can use the sorrow we feel in regard to our world situation as the motivation to transform our mind into a mind of compassion. Through applying Buddha's teachings on Taking and Giving, we can bring healing […]
Living a Happier Life: An Introduction to Buddhism: The practices of modern Buddhism are becoming more popular throughout the world and for good reason. Buddhism teaches people how to lead happier and more meaningful lives. You don’t have to be a Buddhist to gain benefits from Buddhist meditation. You simply take the teachings and […]
This short prayer booklet includes two practices revealed by the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri. By engaging in the special Guru yoga practiced in conjunction with Je Tsongkhapa we can purify negativity, accumulate merit, and receive blessings, and attain a very special wisdom. By engaging in the special method for relying on the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden […]
Hitting A Wall - how to manage relentless adversity ---------- “I’ve hit a wall” Sound familiar? In the face of never ending challenging situations, ranging from economic uncertainty, health concerns , to societal unrest, and more, it is not unusual to feel that you are hitting a wall. Many of us have found ourselves running […]
Be Still: meditations to quiet your mind ----------- Do you ever wish that your mind could just stop? Worries, distractions, over-stimulation...etc., make it hard to feel engaged in our own life and with the people in it.. Good News Alert: We can learn to Quiet our inner noise. This simply-presented, basic meditation class will take […]
If you’re attending general Kadampa Buddhist classes, but find yourself wanting more, you might enjoy the Foundation Program. FP is the next step in deepening your practical experience of Buddha’s teachings through the systematic study of specific Kadampa Buddhist texts written by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Learn more about FP HERE If you have any questions about […]
Powa Practice Prayers for the Recently Deceased Cost | Free JOIN Prayers We will be holding a special Powa practice for the recently deceased, particularly during this pandemic crisis and the thousands of people who have recently died. Powa Ceremony is a beautiful and powerful ritual practice drawn from the Buddhist Tantras that enables us […]
As a follow-up to the NKT International Summer Festival, we will engage in the meditation practice of Buddha Amitayus, the Buddha of Long Life. This beautiful practice helps us to increase our lifespan, wisdom, and positive energy. No meditation experience necessary. Everyone is welcome at this special event.
Living With Heartbreak ----------- When our heart breaks, it is easy to feel hopeless or apathetic. Whether it is because of a significant loss, disappointment with our life, fears regarding the world-at-large, or a scary life event, it can feel impossible to feel hopeful. This workshop will provide a chance for each participant to investigate […]
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. ------------------- Guided meditations and Buddhist teachings are suitable for both beginners and more advanced meditation practitioners. Classes are given as a series, but can also be taken individually. Please feel free to drop-in anytime. Everyone welcome! | Visit our Weekly Meditations page for more information.
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. SUNDAY MORNING MEDITATIONS These Sunday classes emphasize integrating essential, positive states of mind such as patience, universal love, and compassion into our daily life. Come learn how meditating on and cultivating these positive states lead to a happy, more meaningful life! Each class is taught […]
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. ------------------------ Join our community of meditators for teachings and meditations based on the systematic and renowned “Stages of the Path to Enlightenment”, or Lamrim in Tibetan. We go one meditation at a time through this classic presentation of 21 meditations designed to each uniquely benefit […]
If you’re attending general Kadampa Buddhist classes, but find yourself wanting more, you might enjoy the Foundation Program. FP is the next step in deepening your practical experience of Buddha’s teachings through the systematic study of specific Kadampa Buddhist texts written by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Learn more about FP HERE. (not a drop-in class) If you […]
The purpose of the Teacher Training Program is to provide an extensive presentation of particular subjects of Mahayana Buddhism to enable practitioners to deepen their knowledge and experience of Buddhism, and to train as qualified New Kadampa Tradition Teachers. In addition to completing the study of fourteen texts of Sutra and Tantra, including the six texts […]
No matter how negative our mind is we have the opportunity to purify it completely by engaging in purification, the root of future happiness and spiritual realizations. In this practice, we visualize the Thirty-five Confession Buddhas and practice purification in their presence. Through the power of their blessings and prayers, we can swiftly purify even […]
The Joy of Compassion: Meditations on Taking and Giving ----------- Compassion is what our world needs right now. We can use the sorrow we feel in regard to our world situation as the motivation to transform our mind into a mind of compassion. Through applying Buddha's teachings on Taking and Giving, we can bring healing […]
Living a Happier Life: An Introduction to Buddhism: The practices of modern Buddhism are becoming more popular throughout the world and for good reason. Buddhism teaches people how to lead happier and more meaningful lives. You don’t have to be a Buddhist to gain benefits from Buddhist meditation. You simply take the teachings and […]
This short prayer booklet includes two practices revealed by the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri. By engaging in the special Guru yoga practiced in conjunction with Je Tsongkhapa we can purify negativity, accumulate merit, and receive blessings, and attain a very special wisdom. By engaging in the special method for relying on the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden […]
Hitting A Wall - how to manage relentless adversity ---------- “I’ve hit a wall” Sound familiar? In the face of never ending challenging situations, ranging from economic uncertainty, health concerns , to societal unrest, and more, it is not unusual to feel that you are hitting a wall. Many of us have found ourselves running […]
Be Still: meditations to quiet your mind ----------- Do you ever wish that your mind could just stop? Worries, distractions, over-stimulation...etc., make it hard to feel engaged in our own life and with the people in it.. Good News Alert: We can learn to Quiet our inner noise. This simply-presented, basic meditation class will take […]
If you’re attending general Kadampa Buddhist classes, but find yourself wanting more, you might enjoy the Foundation Program. FP is the next step in deepening your practical experience of Buddha’s teachings through the systematic study of specific Kadampa Buddhist texts written by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Learn more about FP HERE If you have any questions about […]
Powa Practice Prayers for the Recently Deceased Cost | Free JOIN Prayers We will be holding a special Powa practice for the recently deceased, particularly during this pandemic crisis and the thousands of people who have recently died. Powa Ceremony is a beautiful and powerful ritual practice drawn from the Buddhist Tantras that enables us […]
Detox Your Mind ----------- Imagine feeling balanced,peaceful, comfortable in your own skin. Vajrasattva Purification practice is a beautiful, easy, and profound meditation tool to clear out our own inner heaviness and negativity. We will learn how to let go of mind habits that prevent us from living in a more relaxed and joyful manner. In […]
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. ------------------- Guided meditations and Buddhist teachings are suitable for both beginners and more advanced meditation practitioners. Classes are given as a series, but can also be taken individually. Please feel free to drop-in anytime. Everyone welcome! | Visit our Weekly Meditations page for more information.
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. ------------------------ Join our community of meditators for teachings and meditations based on the systematic and renowned “Stages of the Path to Enlightenment”, or Lamrim in Tibetan. We go one meditation at a time through this classic presentation of 21 meditations designed to each uniquely benefit […]
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. SUNDAY MORNING MEDITATIONS These Sunday classes emphasize integrating essential, positive states of mind such as patience, universal love, and compassion into our daily life. Come learn how meditating on and cultivating these positive states lead to a happy, more meaningful life! Each class is taught […]
If you’re attending general Kadampa Buddhist classes, but find yourself wanting more, you might enjoy the Foundation Program. FP is the next step in deepening your practical experience of Buddha’s teachings through the systematic study of specific Kadampa Buddhist texts written by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Learn more about FP HERE. (not a drop-in class) If you […]
The purpose of the Teacher Training Program is to provide an extensive presentation of particular subjects of Mahayana Buddhism to enable practitioners to deepen their knowledge and experience of Buddhism, and to train as qualified New Kadampa Tradition Teachers. In addition to completing the study of fourteen texts of Sutra and Tantra, including the six texts […]
No matter how negative our mind is we have the opportunity to purify it completely by engaging in purification, the root of future happiness and spiritual realizations. In this practice, we visualize the Thirty-five Confession Buddhas and practice purification in their presence. Through the power of their blessings and prayers, we can swiftly purify even […]
The Joy of Compassion: Meditations on Taking and Giving ----------- Compassion is what our world needs right now. We can use the sorrow we feel in regard to our world situation as the motivation to transform our mind into a mind of compassion. Through applying Buddha's teachings on Taking and Giving, we can bring healing […]
This 1.5 hour practice is held on the 10th and 25th of the month. This is a special Guru Yoga of Je Tsongkhapa in conjunction with Highest Yoga Tantra that is a preliminary practice for Vajrayana Mahamudra. The main practice is relying upon our Spiritual Guide as a Buddha and making praises and requests, but […]
Living a Happier Life: An Introduction to Buddhism: The practices of modern Buddhism are becoming more popular throughout the world and for good reason. Buddhism teaches people how to lead happier and more meaningful lives. You don’t have to be a Buddhist to gain benefits from Buddhist meditation. You simply take the teachings and […]
This short prayer booklet includes two practices revealed by the Wisdom Buddha Manjushri. By engaging in the special Guru yoga practiced in conjunction with Je Tsongkhapa we can purify negativity, accumulate merit, and receive blessings, and attain a very special wisdom. By engaging in the special method for relying on the Dharma Protector Dorje Shugden […]
Hitting A Wall - how to manage relentless adversity ---------- “I’ve hit a wall” Sound familiar? In the face of never ending challenging situations, ranging from economic uncertainty, health concerns , to societal unrest, and more, it is not unusual to feel that you are hitting a wall. Many of us have found ourselves running […]
Be Still: meditations to quiet your mind ----------- Do you ever wish that your mind could just stop? Worries, distractions, over-stimulation...etc., make it hard to feel engaged in our own life and with the people in it.. Good News Alert: We can learn to Quiet our inner noise. This simply-presented, basic meditation class will take […]
If you’re attending general Kadampa Buddhist classes, but find yourself wanting more, you might enjoy the Foundation Program. FP is the next step in deepening your practical experience of Buddha’s teachings through the systematic study of specific Kadampa Buddhist texts written by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Learn more about FP HERE If you have any questions about […]
Powa Practice Prayers for the Recently Deceased Cost | Free JOIN Prayers We will be holding a special Powa practice for the recently deceased, particularly during this pandemic crisis and the thousands of people who have recently died. Powa Ceremony is a beautiful and powerful ritual practice drawn from the Buddhist Tantras that enables us […]
Refresh and Revive! learn to meditate in a half-day -------------- Meditation is perfect nourishment for the mind. Learn this beautiful and time-tested method for change in a half-day. By the end of the day, you will understand the benefits of meditation, how to meditate, and how to kick-start a regular meditation practice. This day course […]
PLEASE SIGN UP FOR ONLINE CLASSES WHILE WE ARE CLOSED. ------------------- Guided meditations and Buddhist teachings are suitable for both beginners and more advanced meditation practitioners. Classes are given as a series, but can also be taken individually. Please feel free to drop-in anytime. Everyone welcome! | Visit our Weekly Meditations page for more information.