Great Protector Retreat
Meditations from Fall Festival
In challenging times we need to find protection from dangers and worries so that we can make continual spiritual progress. Dorje Shugden is a Wisdom Buddha who destroys all our obstacles and gathers all the conditions we need to practice Dharma and transform life’s difficulties into stepping stones to enlightenment.
Dorje Shugden is also known as the “great Protector of the Guru’s words” because he helps us penetrate the profound wisdom of Kadam Dharma, ensuring its light continues to shine for generations to come.
In this day retreat we will focus on the teachings and meditations from the recent NKT-IKBU International Fall Festival to deepen our experience.
Registration details
Cost: $30, free for members. Lunch available for an additional $15 (optional). Livestream available for members.
Lunch orders will be taken when you check in at the front desk for morning session. You must be present for the first session to place your lunch order.
Hourly Schedule
Saturday, October 18
- 10 - 11:15am
- Session 1
- 11:15 - 11:45am
- Break
- 11:45am - 1pm
- Session 2
- 1 - 2:30pm
- Lunch
- 2:30 - 3:45pm
- Session 3
Date
- Saturday October 18 2025
Time
- 10:00 am - 3:45 pm
Cost
- $30, free for members
More Info
Location
- 1825 S Park St, Madison, WI
Teacher
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Gen Kelsang DorjeResident Teacher, KMC MadisonGen Kelsang Dorje is the resident teacher at the Kadampa Meditation Center Madison. As the resident teacher Gen Dorje is responsible for teaching and leading meditation classes, retreats, and workshops at the center and in branch locations. He has received extensive training under the guidance of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, the founder of the New Kadampa Tradition. Gen Dorje is known for his warmth and humor in making Buddha’s teachings relevant to our modern life. He is an inspiring example of how to integrate these teachings into a joyful life and is committed to helping people improve their daily lives through meditation and mindfulness.