"The places on this earth where you can receive education in Lama Tsongkhapa’s pure teaching are very few. Therefore, this is considered extremely precious."
~ Lama Zopa Rinpoche
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MONDAY, NOV 12
FRIDAY, NOV 16
SATURDAY, NOV 17
SUNDAY, NOV 18 -
Tsog Day
(reminder for those who wish to perform tsog at home)
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2018 STUPA CIRCUMAMBULATION COUNT:
23,500
Please enter your count at the Stupa
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No puja at Center; reminder for those who may wish to perform tsog at home
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– UPCOMING AND ONGOING TEACHINGS –
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During the month of November, we will offer some exciting special programs on Sunday mornings. Lots to look forward to!
- WHEN: 10:30-Noon, Sundays
- WHERE: Center Gompa
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– UPCOMING AND ONGOING CLASSES AND EVENTS –
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In these facilitated discussion sessions, we invite everyone -- past and future Discovering Buddhism students and teachers, and anyone else who wants to discuss foundational Buddhist topics in the context of day-to-day practice.
- WHEN: 7:00-8:30p, Mondays (Nov 5 - Dec 17; not Nov 19)
- WHERE: Center Gompa
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Discovering Buddhism is a two-year course designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the lamrim, the step-by-step path to enlightenment practiced in Tibetan Buddhism. The two-year curriculum covers 13 of the 14 modules in the course.
Watch for further information, available soon.
- WHEN: 7:00-8:30p, Mondays
- WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa
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In this workshop series, we'll explore different methods of integrating practice into our daily lives, as outlined in Denise Flora's book,
The Rhythm of Virtue.
- WHAT: The Rhythm of Virtue – Sunday Workshops
- WHEN: 1:30-3:30p; Nov 18 and Dec 16
- WHERE: Kadampa Center
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Denise Flora's new book, "The Rhythm of Virtue," is available in the Center's bookstore.
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NOV 18 Theme:
PICK YOUR PRINCIPLE
Choose one virtue and use four+ methods to explore it
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DEC 16 Theme:
DRUM THE GUIDELINES
Learn a list of 16 virtues using rhythms
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LAMA TSONGKHAPA GURU PUJA WITH TSOG
, Sun, Dec 2, honors the founder of our Gelugpa tradition. During this Guru Puja, we will make light offerings at the altar and the stupa, and read and meditate on readings from the Lama Tsongkhapa Guru Yoga. All are welcome to attend, even if you are unfamiliar with the practice.
- WHEN: Sun, Dec 2
- WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa
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WELCOME FAMILIES – JOIN US!
Sunday morning classes begin at 10:30
Our Sunday Program is a vibrant mix of drop-off and family programming. Much of our curriculum content is based on the
16 Guidelines
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FALL SCHEDULE: Sundays, through Nov 18
- 16 Guidelines Curriculum from the wisdom group How We Think
- Classes for ages 0-4, ages 5-9, and ages 10-14
- Drop-off programing led by volunteers
FAMILY DHARMA CLASSES: Dec 2, 9, 16
(No program Dec 23 and 30, children are welcome in the gompa with their families)
- Parents invited to attend classes with their children during Sunday regular class time
- Specific Buddhist philosophies and practices will be taught, practiced and discussed by specially invited Sangha and Senior lay teachers
- Children are also always welcome in the gompa, if it's a better fit
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NOTE:
Join us for a volunteer appreciation luncheon for all Family Program volunteers for this season, to be held following the Sunday classes on Nov 18.
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– UPCOMING FAMILY PROGRAM EVENTS –
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Come join our discussion on how to incorporate the Dharma into our relationships with our children.
- WHAT: Parent Discussion Night and Potluck
- WHEN: Fri, Nov 16; 5:30-7:45p (potluck at 5:30p)
- WHERE: Kadampa Center
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On this Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend, we'll offer a special mandala. Everyone is invited to bring their items in by November 25. We will take all the items into the gompa on this day, and offer them on behalf of all our members as part of the mandala, then take the collected items to InterAct.
Items to be collected in our lobby now until
Nov 25:
- Bath Towels
- Feminine Hygiene Products
- Gas Cards
- Hair Shampoo/Conditioner (Full Size)
- Women’s Socks/Underwear
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BECOMING BODHISATTVAS: A GUIDEBOOK FOR COMPASSIONATE ACTIONS
~ by Pema Chödrön
Best-selling American Buddhist nun Pema Chödrön presents a friendly and encouraging guide to spiritual practice for all those who want to take up the path of the bodhisattva--one who aspires to live life with courage, generosity, patience, fearlessness, and compassion. Previously published under the title No Time to Lose.
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FELT EYEGLASS CASE/HOLDER
These lovely felt eyeglass cases are handmade in Nepal. Use them to hold and protect your favorite pair of glasses while carrying them in your purse or briefcase, or simply to keep them dust-free. Ideal for gift giving. The felt material is soft and strong. Decorative with contrast stitching; available in several colors.
- Felt Eyeglass Case/Holder $12
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Z
iji: The Puppy Who Learned to Meditate
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Sitting Together Activity Book
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BOOKSTORE HOURS
Office hours and before/after teachings
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in full swing!
Many colors make our beautiful tapestry at Kadampa Center. Click on the button below to become a supporter or increase your gifts and weave your colors into our Tapestry!
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THE INTERNATIONAL
MERIT BOX PROJECT
Cultivate generosity in your daily practice by placing a Merit Box on your altar (or other convenient location), generate your motivation with Bodhichitta, make offerings (bless them with your mind), and dedicate the merits. Practice everyday and help foster an international spirit of harmony and cohesion amongst the FPMT community!
Resulting grants benefit FPMT projects around the world!
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KADAMPA CAFE: SNACKING STRONGLY ENCOURAGED
Do you have the urge for a cuppa Dunkin' Donuts® coffee (K-cup pod), a delicious Nature Valley Oats 'n Honey granola bar, or a delightful pack of Annie's® Organic Bunny Fruit Snacks? You'll find ALL these, and more, at the Kadampa Cafe!
Kadampa Cafe goods are available on a donation-only basis
(simply drop your coins or bills in the nearby donation jar).
Thanks to a generous practitioner, 100% of Kadampa Cafe donations benefit our Center.
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This Week's Favorite:
Frito-Lay® Cheetos Crunchy Cheese-Flavored Snacks
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Suggested Donations:
• Hot Beverages = $1.00
• Bottled Water = $1.00
• Snacks = $0.50
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Come to the Center, bring your own lunch, and hang out around the big conference table. Make connections that will support you and your practice now, and in the future!
- WHAT: Lunch Bunch
- WHEN: Fridays, Noon-1:00p
- WHERE: Kadampa Center Lobby
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Lend a hand...
Help Dharma thrive – with your help we can accomplish anything!
Position needed: Greeter
INTERESTED?
Email
or call 919.859.3433
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Thanks go out this week to Lawrence Gould, Michael Flaherty, Christine and Cary Brief for moving the
Ga-Ga ball pit from Don Brown's yard to the Center. Thanks to Don and his family for offering it! The children will be very excited to begin to play at their Center. Stay tuned for installation plans!
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Rainy days and Mondays don't have to get us down if we know the secret to happiness.
Good thing we know what that secret is...
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One of the three great Gelugpa monasteries near Lhasa; founded in the early fifteenth century by Jamchen Chöje, a disciple of Lama Tsongkhapa; now also established in exile in south India. It has two colleges, Sera Je, with which Lama Zopa Rinpoche is connected, and Sera Me.
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KADAMPA CENTER HOURS
Tue-Fri: 10:00a-5:30p (call ahead to check)
Silent Meditation: During open hours
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TUNE-IN TO TEACHINGS
Tune to 90.3 FM when listening to teachings live in the Gompa
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Sincerely,
Kadampa Center
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Kadampa Center is an affiliate of the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT) in the lineage of His Holiness the Dalai Lama.
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