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All Kadampa centers are dedicated to all living beings. They belong to them, remaining in their service for all time, and can never be taken over by individuals or organizations and used for other purposes. For this reason, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche says that these centers are very precious and that w , ...

Peace for Our Times In these classes, resident teacher Gen Dorje will teach us how to use the power of meditation to make our greatest contribution to peace in the world and bring a positive influence to those around us. Each class consists of guided meditations and a teaching on how we can use Buddhist principles , ...

In meditation, we develop a special way of thinking that helps us to approach our life with resilience and courage. In this way we can learn to solve all our daily problems bringing about peace in our hearts and then share that peace and well-being with our family and friends. Through developing this skill we can lear , ...

Heart Jewel practice includes special prayers and requests to our Spiritual Guide, Je Tsongkhapa combined with the condensed prayer to his Dharma Protector and a guided meditation on Lamrim (stages of the path to Enlightenment). This is a wonderful opportunity to receive the blessings of Je Tsongkhapa, th , ...

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 an , ...

Tuesday Nights 6:30-8:30 PM (Enrollment is required) Benefits of Foundation Program: There are many benefits to joining the Foundation Program, namely: • Increased personal insight, wisdom and experience of Dharma (Buddha’s teachings)• Studying and meditating more effectively following a specially-desi , ...

Vajrayogini is a female enlightened Deity of Highest Yoga Tantra who is a manifestation of thewisdom of all the Buddhas. To engage in this extensive self-generation practice successfullywe should first receive the empowerment of Vajrayogini, and then study authentic instructionson the practice, such as those found in , ...

In just 30 minutes your whole day can change! By connecting to your heart, and intentionally cultivating inner peace, you can access the best of yourself and learn to live from this place of peace and wellbeing.  This class is suitable for everyone and consists of a short talk and a guided meditation. No speci , ...

Heart Jewel practice includes special prayers and requests to our Spiritual Guide, Je Tsongkhapa combined with the condensed prayer to his Dharma Protector and a guided meditation on Lamrim (stages of the path to Enlightenment). This is a wonderful opportunity to receive the blessings of Je Tsongkhapa, th , ...

Apply the ancient wisdom of Buddhism to improve your life in these modern times. Learn to overcome negative thoughts and live from a more peaceful place, regardless of the circumstances. Through teaching and guided meditation you’ll gain practical advice to gain mastery over your mind. This is an ongoing series , ...

Meditations to make our life happy and meaningful The Stages of the Path to Enlightenment, or “Lamrim” in Tibetan, is a sophisticated, practical presentation of Buddhist teachings, which is designed to help us improve and grow in a deliberate and joyful way. Over 1000 years ago the Buddhist sage Atisha consolidated , ...

Prayers for the recently deceased Every month we hold a special ceremony to help those who have recently died experience peace of mind after death and be cared for by the Buddha of Compassion, Avalokiteshvara. During this ceremony we engage in the traditional Buddhist practice of “Powa” or transference of consciou , ...

with Gen Kelsang Dorje The teachings of Tantra, or Secret Mantra, are the most rare and precious within Buddhism.  They show us how to open our minds and overcome the limiting views that we hold of ourselves, others, and the world around us which often lead us to experience frustration and disappointment. Tant , ...

Liberation from Sorrow This practice is held on the 8th of each month. At Kadampa Centers worldwide, the eighth of the month is Tara Day. Tara is a female Buddha, whose name means “Rescuer”. She is the embodiment of swift compassion. If we rely upon Tara sincerely and with strong faith, she will protect us from , ...

Peace for Our Times In these classes, resident teacher Gen Dorje will teach us how to use the power of meditation to make our greatest contribution to peace in the world and bring a positive influence to those around us. Each class consists of guided meditations and a teaching on how we can use Buddhist principles , ...

Offering to the Spiritual Guide with Food Offering (Tsog) 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 it also includ , ...

In meditation, we develop a special way of thinking that helps us to approach our life with resilience and courage. In this way we can learn to solve all our daily problems bringing about peace in our hearts and then share that peace and well-being with our family and friends. Through developing this skill we can lear , ...

Heart Jewel practice includes special prayers and requests to our Spiritual Guide, Je Tsongkhapa combined with the condensed prayer to his Dharma Protector and a guided meditation on Lamrim (stages of the path to Enlightenment). This is a wonderful opportunity to receive the blessings of Je Tsongkhapa, th , ...

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 an , ...

Tuesday Nights 6:30-8:30 PM (Enrollment is required) Benefits of Foundation Program: There are many benefits to joining the Foundation Program, namely: • Increased personal insight, wisdom and experience of Dharma (Buddha’s teachings)• Studying and meditating more effectively following a specially-desi , ...

Vajrayogini is a female enlightened Deity of Highest Yoga Tantra who is a manifestation of thewisdom of all the Buddhas. To engage in this extensive self-generation practice successfullywe should first receive the empowerment of Vajrayogini, and then study authentic instructionson the practice, such as those found in , ...

In just 30 minutes your whole day can change! By connecting to your heart, and intentionally cultivating inner peace, you can access the best of yourself and learn to live from this place of peace and wellbeing.  This class is suitable for everyone and consists of a short talk and a guided meditation. No speci , ...

Heart Jewel practice includes special prayers and requests to our Spiritual Guide, Je Tsongkhapa combined with the condensed prayer to his Dharma Protector and a guided meditation on Lamrim (stages of the path to Enlightenment). This is a wonderful opportunity to receive the blessings of Je Tsongkhapa, th , ...

Apply the ancient wisdom of Buddhism to improve your life in these modern times. Learn to overcome negative thoughts and live from a more peaceful place, regardless of the circumstances. Through teaching and guided meditation you’ll gain practical advice to gain mastery over your mind. This is an ongoing series , ...

When we have a strong loving mind, our whole experience of the world changes. In addition, others feel this change and respond to it. In this very real sense, love has the power to transform our world. In this talk, Gen Dorje will guide us through this mind of love. This class can also serve as an introduction to t , ...

A weekend course including the Empowerment of Buddha Maitreya with Gen Kelsang Dorje When we have a strong loving mind, our whole experience of the world changes. In addition, others feel this change and respond to it. In this very real sense, love has the power to transform our world. During this special event, , ...

Peace for Our Times In these classes, resident teacher Gen Dorje will teach us how to use the power of meditation to make our greatest contribution to peace in the world and bring a positive influence to those around us. Each class consists of guided meditations and a teaching on how we can use Buddhist principles , ...

In meditation, we develop a special way of thinking that helps us to approach our life with resilience and courage. In this way we can learn to solve all our daily problems bringing about peace in our hearts and then share that peace and well-being with our family and friends. Through developing this skill we can lear , ...

Heart Jewel practice includes special prayers and requests to our Spiritual Guide, Je Tsongkhapa combined with the condensed prayer to his Dharma Protector and a guided meditation on Lamrim (stages of the path to Enlightenment). This is a wonderful opportunity to receive the blessings of Je Tsongkhapa, th , ...

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 an , ...

Tuesday Nights 6:30-8:30 PM (Enrollment is required) Benefits of Foundation Program: There are many benefits to joining the Foundation Program, namely: • Increased personal insight, wisdom and experience of Dharma (Buddha’s teachings)• Studying and meditating more effectively following a specially-desi , ...

Vajrayogini is a female enlightened Deity of Highest Yoga Tantra who is a manifestation of thewisdom of all the Buddhas. To engage in this extensive self-generation practice successfullywe should first receive the empowerment of Vajrayogini, and then study authentic instructionson the practice, such as those found in , ...

In just 30 minutes your whole day can change! By connecting to your heart, and intentionally cultivating inner peace, you can access the best of yourself and learn to live from this place of peace and wellbeing.  This class is suitable for everyone and consists of a short talk and a guided meditation. No speci , ...

Heart Jewel practice includes special prayers and requests to our Spiritual Guide, Je Tsongkhapa combined with the condensed prayer to his Dharma Protector and a guided meditation on Lamrim (stages of the path to Enlightenment). This is a wonderful opportunity to receive the blessings of Je Tsongkhapa, th , ...

Apply the ancient wisdom of Buddhism to improve your life in these modern times. Learn to overcome negative thoughts and live from a more peaceful place, regardless of the circumstances. Through teaching and guided meditation you’ll gain practical advice to gain mastery over your mind. This is an ongoing series , ...

Meditations to make our life happy and meaningful The Stages of the Path to Enlightenment, or “Lamrim” in Tibetan, is a sophisticated, practical presentation of Buddhist teachings, which is designed to help us improve and grow in a deliberate and joyful way. Over 1000 years ago the Buddhist sage Atisha consolidated , ...

Every living being has the same basic wish – to be happy and to avoid suffering. But how are we able to do this, when life can be so difficult at times? Can our loneliness, fears, obstacles, and worries themselves be fuel for our growth and development? Buddha teaches that in order to change our world, we first hav , ...

Peace for Our Times In these classes, resident teacher Gen Dorje will teach us how to use the power of meditation to make our greatest contribution to peace in the world and bring a positive influence to those around us. Each class consists of guided meditations and a teaching on how we can use Buddhist principles , ...

In meditation, we develop a special way of thinking that helps us to approach our life with resilience and courage. In this way we can learn to solve all our daily problems bringing about peace in our hearts and then share that peace and well-being with our family and friends. Through developing this skill we can lear , ...

Heart Jewel practice includes special prayers and requests to our Spiritual Guide, Je Tsongkhapa combined with the condensed prayer to his Dharma Protector and a guided meditation on Lamrim (stages of the path to Enlightenment). This is a wonderful opportunity to receive the blessings of Je Tsongkhapa, th , ...

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 an , ...

Offering to the Spiritual Guide with Food Offering (Tsog) 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 it also includ , ...

Tuesday Nights 6:30-8:30 PM (Enrollment is required) Benefits of Foundation Program: There are many benefits to joining the Foundation Program, namely: • Increased personal insight, wisdom and experience of Dharma (Buddha’s teachings)• Studying and meditating more effectively following a specially-desi , ...

Vajrayogini is a female enlightened Deity of Highest Yoga Tantra who is a manifestation of thewisdom of all the Buddhas. To engage in this extensive self-generation practice successfullywe should first receive the empowerment of Vajrayogini, and then study authentic instructionson the practice, such as those found in , ...

Meditations to make our life happy and meaningful The Stages of the Path to Enlightenment, or “Lamrim” in Tibetan, is a sophisticated, practical presentation of Buddhist teachings, which is designed to help us improve and grow in a deliberate and joyful way. Over 1000 years ago the Buddhist sage Atisha consolidated , ...

Peace for Our Times In these classes, resident teacher Gen Dorje will teach us how to use the power of meditation to make our greatest contribution to peace in the world and bring a positive influence to those around us. Each class consists of guided meditations and a teaching on how we can use Buddhist principles , ...