Enlightenment Stupa

As many of you know we have a direct living connection to our lineage through Lama Rinchen Phuntsok. He resides in Kathmandu, Nepal, but is currently in Colorado consecrating a stupa on his retreat land in south central part of the state. This is an “Enlightenment Stupa” and is filled with sacred substances, texts, and symbolic elements relating to the wisdom mind of Buddha.

Due to your generosity, we are sending a special donation to support the completion of this project for the benefit of all beings. Gratitude to Lama’s close students who constructed the stupa and helped bring all the sacred texts and substances from Nepal. Lama Rinchen and his assistants have been working tirelessly since June to fill and consecrate the structure. When completed, it will help restore harmony in the world and be a beacon of wisdom and compassion for all beings.

I will send more information and photos after completion of the project.

Much Love,

🙏🏼🌎Michael

First Monday Introduction to Buddhism

Monday, October 7, 7-8:30 pm

In-person only

Michael will present this brief introduction to Buddhism and the unique aspects of the Vajrayana tradition. This is a good class for beginners and a nice refresher for more seasoned practitioners.

Highway Clean Up

Sunday, October 13, 10:00 am

Part of our actualizing bodhicitta is to take stewardship of a two-mile section of Highway 20 east of Bend. Please join us in our annual roadside clean-up. We will meet after our usual Sunday morning practice on October 13. Bring water, gloves, and appropriate clothing. Orange vests and pick up devices are provided.

If you plan to participate, please contact Jake at jkn1883@gmail.com



Buddhist Point of View

Thursdays, 7-8:30 pm, October 17 - November 21 (In-Person Only)

Register through COCC Community Education, click on link below

Class is taught at the Dharma Center

Offered through Central Oregon Community College, this class provides a foundation for the study and practice of Buddhism by exploring the three yanas or vehicles of the tradition. Michael offers an in-depth exploration of how the Buddhist point of view can help us to remember the natural heart/mind of compassion.

"Generosity brings happiness at every stage of its expression.

We experience joy in forming the intention to be generous.

We experience joy in the actual act of giving something.

And we experience joy in remembering the fact that we have given."



-Buddha Shakyamuni

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