" It is important to understand that true practice is something we do from moment to moment, from day to day. We do whatever we can, with whatever wisdom we have, and dedicate it all to the benefit of others. We just live our life simply, to the best of our ability. " ~ Lama Thubten Yeshe Source : https://fpmt.org/teachers/yeshe/quotes

QUICK LINKS TO TAKE ACTION FILL AN EMPTY STOMACH: Donate non-perishable food during the food drive in the Center lobby May-June GET UP TO DATE: Listen to our 2019 Annual Member Meeting held Mar 31 RECITE MANTRAS FOR OUR GESHES' LONG LIVES: Enter Tara Mantra BENEFIT LIGHT OF THE PATH RETREAT: Recite Praises to the 21 Taras and enter them here OFFER PROSTRATIONS: The 2019 Annual Appeal practice. Enter your count here

May 13-19, 2019

MONDAY, MAY 13 7:00-8:30p, Discovering Buddhism: Presenting the Path class two of six with Hemant Pandya, registration requested, here TUESDAY, MAY 14 - Tsog Day (reminder for those who may wish to perform tsog at home) 7:00-8:30p, Buddhism in a Nutshell, class three of five with Sandy Carlson, registration requested, here – Evening Class WEDNESDAY, MAY 15 7:00-8:30p, Lamrim Discussion – Four Point Analysis THURSDAY, MAY 16 7:00-8:30p, How to Offer a Mandala with Geshe Sangpo FRIDAY, MAY 17 Noon-1:00p, Lunch Bunch SATURDAY, MAY 18 1:00-5:00p, Tara Practice: A Treasury of Two Siddhis open to students at all levels 6:00p, Dinners at 6 Meet at Aladdin's Eatery in North Hills SUNDAY, MAY 19 9:00-9:45a, Sunday Meditation Circle 10:30-Noon, Sangha Appreciation Day 10:30-Noon, Family Program: Spring Family Dharma Classes 12:15-2:00p, Board of Directors Meeting See our FULL CALENDAR

2019 PROSTRATION C HALLENGE COUNT: 11,066 Please enter your count here

– TARA PRAISES FOR LIGHT OF THE PATH RETREAT –

RECITE PRAISES TO THE 21 TARAS TO BENEFIT LIGHT OF THE PATH RETREAT Our precious spiritual director, Lama Zopa Rinpoche, advised us to recite 100,000 Praises to the 21 Taras to create the causes for the next Light of the Path Retreat. Remember to keep a count of your personal recitations and enter them here. Our progress as of Friday: 15,950 ( 16 percent of our goal)

An amazing chance to create merit!

– PUJAS –

TSOG DAY Tue ,  May 14 No puja at Center; reminders for those who may wish to perform tsog at home TARA PRACTICE: A TREASURY OF TWO SIDDHIS Sat,  May 18, 1:00-5:00p Sponsor the puja here

GURU PUJA WITH TSOG Wed,  May 29, Noon-1:30p Sponsor the puja here  MEDICINE BUDDHA PUJA Mon,  Jun 10, Noon-1:00p Sponsor the puja here

– UPCOMING AND ONGOING CLASSES AND TEACHINGS –

Monday evenings! Presented in six sessions with Hemant Pandya.

DISCOVERING BUDDHISM: PRESENTING THE PATH - Mondays! The third module in a two-year series. We will explore 13 essential topics in Buddhism, from meditation to karma to death and rebirth, and more! This is an excellent course for those who have the basics and wish to go deeper into Buddhist philosophy. Registration requested. Click here WHEN: 7:00-8:30p, Mondays (May 6, 13, 20 & Jun 3, 10, 24) WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa LEARN MORE

BUDDHISM IN A NUTSHELL Join us for this introductory course that provides a broad, simple overview of key aspects of Buddhism and our practice. No homework or quizzes. Presented in five sessions with Sandy Carlson. Registration requested, here WHEN: 7:00-8:30p, Thursdays (April 30 - May 28) WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa LEARN MORE

LAMRIM DISCUSSION: FOUR POINT ANALYSIS During Geshe Gelek's absence, he advised us to take a break and also continue to explore the four point analysis of the self.  We will meet for one hour every other Wednesday to discuss and debate our understanding of the material. WHEN: 7:00-8:30p, Wednesdays (May 15 & 29, June 12 & 26, July 10) WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa LEARN MORE

– UPCOMING VISITING TEACHERS –

Don't miss this dynamic teacher who combines a precise knowledge of Dharma with a challenging and compassionate teaching style.

VENERABLE ROBINA COURTIN  Jun 17-23 Kadampa Center is happy to welcome Venerable Robina Courtin for a week-long visit with evening teachings from 7-9 Jun 18, 19 and 20, a weekend workshop Fri Jun 21-Sun Jun 23, and our Sunday morning Dharma. For more details on the teaching schedule, click schedule. Registration is requested, click register. WHEN: Jun 17-23 WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa LEARN MORE SPONSOR THE TEACHINGS

SPIRITUAL PROGRAM

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 .

Spring Family Dharma Classes - May 5-19 • Join us for three weeks of Family Dharma Discussions. The subject matter and format for Family Dharma Discussions is: How do we live the Dharma at our work and school?   Come discuss with other parents and hear what your kids have to say about: How to say what you believe How to treat real live bullies How to decide whether to play a video game or watch a show    We'll start with an intention together; have a facilitator for the children's discussion, while parents have their own. We'll come together, find out if our answers align, and share our perspectives! This is not drop-off programming. Parents attend with their children. Summer Programming

– FAMILY DHARMA CAMP –

FAMILY DHARMA CAMP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN For the 5th consecutive year, Kadampa Center's Family Program brings you Family Dharma Camp. This year's camp event, themed " Seeking Wisdom with Joyful Effort ," will be held Fri-Sun, Aug 23-25 at Camp Agape in Fuquay-Varina, NC. With Geshe Gelek and Geshe Sangpo's advice, we continue our third year studying the Six Perfections and go a step further, diligently persevering wisdom. Learn antidotes to laziness and reconnect with the intention and goals of your Dharma practice. Along with the practice and mantra of compassion, we'll be unstoppable Bodhisattvas in the making!

Camp programming will be designed for children ages 5-14 with some concurrent mediation / discussion sessions for parents.

WHAT: Family Dharma Camp WHEN: Fri-Sun, Aug 23-25 WHERE: Camp Agape in Fuquay-Varina, NC REGISTRATION: Now Open, click here

FAMILY PROGRAM

– COLLECTION –

FOOD DRIVE: MAY-JUNE 2019 Nutritional, non-perishable food items will be collected throughout May and June at Kadampa Center. No glass jars, please. Sadly, food insecurity remains a serious problem in central and eastern North Carolina. The needs increase during the summer months when children are home from school and do not receive the school free breakfasts and lunches. Bring your food item donations to the Collection Bin in Kadampa Center's lobby. No glass jars, please. WHAT: Food Drive WHEN: May-June WHERE: Collection Bin in Lobby

– UPCOMING EVENT –

Geshe Sangpo and Elise Strevel stand with other volunteers who participated in Habitat for Humanity's Clergy / Leader Work Morning held April 4. Those who also wish to help are encouraged to participate in the Habitat Interfaith Build Day to be held Saturday, June 15. See further details below.

HABITAT INTERFAITH BUILD DAY There's no experience needed to participated in the Habitat Interfaith Build Day, to be held Saturday, June 15 in southeast Raleigh. Mark your calendars and save the date! Join a special team and do good, feel good. All that is required are a willing heart and hands. WHAT: Habitat Interfaith Build Day WHEN: Sat, Jun 15, time TBD WHERE: In southeast Raleigh For more information or to sign up, contact Elise Strevel

OUTREACH

WISDOM ENERGY ~ by Lama Yeshe & Lama Zopa Rinpoche Wisdom Energy is a simple and compelling introduction to Buddhism by two Tibetan lamas renowned for their insight and skill in teaching Westerners. Containing an entire meditation course, it goes to the heart of basic Buddhist practice and discusses the meaning and purpose of meditation, the causes of dissatisfaction and unhappiness, and the methods for subduing them and gaining control over our minds and lives.

NAMGYALMA MANTRA DECAL STICKER The Namgyalma Mantra sticker contains the mantra wheel designed by Lama Zopa Rinpoche. The wheel, with yellow background, is very powerful for purifying negative karma. Display it in your home or car. If placed on glass, be sure the glass is clean with the unprinted side against the glass; the printed side visible through the glass. Namgyalma Mantra Decal Sticker $5

– ADDITIONAL NAMGYALMA MANTRA FORMATS –

COLORFUL NAMGYALMA MANTRA CARD The Namgyalma Mantra is very powerful and can purify and liberate beings from the lower realms. Depicted in color and printed on smooth pearlized paper. Approximately 9 x 8.5 inches. Colorful Namgyalma Mantra Card $5

NAMGYALMA MANTRA CAR STICKER The Namgyalma Mantra Car Sticker helps to purify the negative karma of insects that inevitably die as you drive. Or hang it in your home to purify the negative karma of all the people, animals and insects that are there. Approximately 3 X 11 inches. Namgyalma Mantra Car Sticker $6

BOOKSTORE HOURS Office hours and before/after teachings CARE OF DHARMA MATERIALS

BOOKSTORE FAQs

CENTER HOURS Office Hours: Wed-Fri, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Visitors and Members are welcome during these hours to meditate, use the library or shop in the bookstore Volunteers are encouraged to work with their coordinator, or call the Center for access, as needed Lunch Bunch: noon on Fridays Scheduled classes and events take place almost every day of the week. Please check the calendar for full listing. Open 30 minutes prior to scheduled classes and events LEARN MORE

– HOSPITALITY EVENT SPOTLIGHT –

SPRING SOIREE PARTY SHINES The sun shone bright during the Kadampa Center's first Spring Soiree, held Saturday, May 4. Music, food, and good times were abundant. Tables were loaded with “treasures” to share, ready for a new home. Veggie dogs were grilled as oldies played. It was a beautiful spring day, enjoyed with friends. ~ ~ ~ Brought to you with love, by the Hospitality Team

DID YOU KNOW? You can donate in memory or honor of a loved one? So that days are remembered Looking for a new way to remember someone special or celebrate a milestone or event? Kadampa Center offers creative ways to make a gift to the Center in honor or in memory of someone. LEARN MORE

Brought to you by The Hospitality Team!

SMALL GROUPS – LET'S GET TOGETHER! Let's expand our social activities to include small groups with common hobbies or interests. Groups will meet informally and as often as they like. Animal Lovers - for avid dog walkers/shelter volunteers Game Night - board/video gamers Outdoor Activities - garden, hiking, biking, nature walk lovers And many more... Click here to learn more and register. LEARN MORE

FRIENDS & CONVERSATION: JOIN US FOR DINNERS AT 6 Join us Saturday nights, for an evening of fun, food and conversation as we create the cause and conditions for a strong dharma community. WHAT: Dinners at 6 WHEN: 6:00p, Saturdays, (see calendar for weather or conflict cancellations) WHERE: Aladdin's Eatery, 4209 Lassiter Mill Rd., Suite 136, Raleigh (Quail Ridge Bookstore side, North Hills Mall)

Brought to you by The Hospitality Team! PLEASE NOTE: Everyone is responsible for their own meal; click here for menu and pricing

CAFE SNACKING ENCOURAGED Do you have the urge for a cuppa Dunkin' Donuts ® coffee (K-cup pod), a spot of tea, or an Oreo ® Thins Snack Pack? You'll find them all at Kadampa Cafe!

BEVERAGES $1 • SNACKS $0.50 • BOTTLED WATER $1

• Cafe goods are available on a donation-only basis • 100% of Kadampa Cafe donations benefit our Center!

– MERIT MAKERS –

Thanks go out this week to Christine Wiecek who watered our flowers around the stupa and the front door without being asked! Most of our gardens are watered automatically so anything in a planter gets pretty thirsty when days get hot. Thanks Christine for taking time our of your day to take care of our beautiful flowers. We appreciate you! MORE MERIT MAKERS

– SIDE NOTES –

Here's a project for this week: "Do not commit any unwholesome action. Commit only wholesome actions. Subdue your mind. This is the teaching of the Buddha." At least it's concise:-) SIDE NOTES

– WORDLY WISE –

Delusion klesha (Skt); nyon mong (Tib); nyon mongs (Wyl) " An obscuration covering the essentially pure nature of the mind, causing suffering and dissatisfaction; the main delusion is ignorance and all the others come from this." NOTE: (Wyl) or Wylie, a method to transliterate the Tibetan script into Roman script. Definition from:   Lama Yeshe Wisdom Archive Glossary

– QUICK CONNECTIONS –

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