"Unlike an external enemy, the inner enemy cannot regroup and launch a comeback once it has been destroyed from within."
~ His Holiness the Dalai Lama
QUICK LINKS TO TAKE ACTION

  • RECITE MANTRAS FOR OUR GESHES' LONG LIVES: Enter Tara Mantra Count here
  • BENEFIT LIGHT OF THE PATH RETREAT: Recite Praises to the 21 Taras and enter them here
  • OFFER PROSTRATIONS: 2019 Annual Appeal practice; enter count here
  • IMPROVE VISION: Donate used prescription and reading glasses during the Eyeglass Collection in the Center lobby 'til Aug 15; fitted to those in need
Aug 5-11, 2019
MONDAY, AUG 5

TUESDAY, AUG 6

WEDNESDAY, AUG 7

THURSDAY, AUG 8

FRIDAY, AUG 9

SATURDAY, AUG 10

SUNDAY, AUG 11
2019 PROSTRATION C HALLENGE COUNT: 23,002
 Please enter your count here
– PUJAS –
Tue , Aug 6, 7:00-8:30p
Followed by a social hour
Sponsor the puja here
Sat, Aug 10, 7:00-8:30p
Sponsor the puja here
Sat, Aug 25
No puja at Center; reminder for those who may wish to perform tsog at home
Fri, Sep 6, Noon-1:00p
Sponsor the puja here
A Medicine Buddha Puja will be offered to benefit Susan McClure, who passed away July 10. Geshe Gelek encourages all of us to attend pujas to benefit members of our community who have died, to provide support and prayers for them. The puja will be followed by a social hour.
Anyone is welcome to sponsor a scheduled puja. Learn more about puja sponsorship opportunities here.
– UPCOMING RETREATS –
In this Saturday mini-retreat, Geshe Gelek will lead us in Tara retreat. Doing Tara practice clears obstacles in our spiritual lives and helps us attain our positive goals, both spiritual and mundane. Note that lunch breaks are only one hour, so there is very little time to go out for lunch. We will provide lunch at the Center. Registration is requested, here
  • WHEN: 10:00a-4:15p, Saturday, Aug 17
  • WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa
– UPCOMING AND ONGOING CLASSES AND TEACHINGS –
Registration requested, here
The fourth module in a two-year series. We explore the role of the teacher on the spiritual path: the need for a teacher, the qualities of teacher and student, and how to relate to a teacher for greatest benefit.
Childcare provided.
Registration requested. Click here
  • WHEN: Mondays (Jul 8, 15, 22, 29, and Aug 5)
MEDITATION 101 - Evening Hours
For complete beginners, this intro course on basic Buddhist meditation techniques includes meditations that can be used by anyone to create more peace and happiness in daily life. Presented in five sessions by Jill Marie. Drop-ins welcome.
Registration requested. Click here
  • WHEN: Mondays (Jul 9 - Aug 6)
  • WHERE: Last session held in Education building
Let's practice and earn merit together!
In these sessions, Geshe Sangpo explains that creating merit is an essential part of Buddhist practice. When we build up our stores of merit, it removes obstacles in our spiritual lives. This makes it easier to understand the teachings and apply the Dharma in our everyday lives. Making merit is also great purification!
  • When: Thu, Aug 8
– TARA PRAISES FOR LIGHT OF THE PATH RETREAT –
An amazing chance to create merit!
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: 23,111 (23.1 percent of our goal)
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 .
  • Jun 2-Aug 16: Join us for 12 weeks of Operation 16G. This art-based curriculum is lead by Vivian and Dorothy and is a hands-on interactive for all ages. Teens can earn school-required volunteer hours. Adult assistants throughout the summer. If you're interested in either volunteer position, contact Christy.
  • Aug 23-25: 6th Annual Family Dharma Camp 2019
Curriculum
Each month we explore one of the 16 Guidelines, celebrate Buddhist holy days (such as Saka Dawa and Lama Tsongkhapa Day), introduce Buddhist practices (including prostrations and reciting mantras), and participate in Center-wide celebrations (like Losar and Compassion Day). Learn more, here.
Parents, are you interested in attending Discovering Buddhism sessions on Monday evenings? Childcare is now provided!
– COLLECTIONS –
Collection runs through Aug 15!
Prescription eyeglasses and reading glasses will be used to fit patients during a Free Healthcare Day to be held Sept. 15 at Pullen Memorial Baptist Church on Hillsborough Street in Raleigh. The event is sponsored by the Raleigh Sai Center. Glasses will be collected until Aug 15
  • WHERE: Collection Bin in Lobby
– UPCOMING EVENTS –
To participate, all volunteers must register. Watch for more information on registration, coming soon!
ADOPT A STREAM CLEAN UP AT LAKE JOHNSON
Do you enjoy doing something for the environment? Lake Johnson accumulates trash along the shore lines and wildlife become entangled, or ingest trash that is toxic to them. The Family Program and Outreach have teamed up to offer this opportunity to do service work and protect the local wildlife at Lake Johnson. All ages are welcome to participate in the Adopt-A-Stream biannual cleaning.
  • WHAT: Adopt-A-Stream Project
  • WHEN: 8:00a-Noon, Sat, Oct 12 (Note date change)
  • WHERE: Johnson Lake Shoreline
  • REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Opens soon!
THE METHOD TO TRANSFORM A SUFFERING LIFE INTO HAPPINESS
~ by Lama Zopa Rinpoche
Lama Zopa Rinpoche has specifically compiled this essential daily practice for his students and anyone else wishing to start their day, and all their activities, with a perfect Dharma intention and bodhichitta motivation. It includes practices and mantras to make one’s life highly beneficial for oneself and others.
HANDHELD PRAYER WHEELS
Be sure to see the wide variety of beautiful items, including hand-held prayer wheels, just received. Hand-held prayer wheels are available in three sizes, priced at $65, $45, and $35. Other new inventory items include:
  • prayer wheels - many styles
  • silk scarves
  • door curtains & wall hangings
  • malas and mandala sets
  • deity statues - large to small
WATCH FOR OUR NEW JEWELRY DISPLAY COMING SOON!
Rings • Bracelets • Necklaces
BOOKSTORE HOURS
Office hours and before/after teachings
KADAMPA CENTER HOURS

Wednesday-Friday, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
(please call ahead to ensure staff is available to unlock building)
Wed-Fri: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm: Silent meditation - all welcome
(call ahead)
Classes and events take place throughout the week. Check the calendar for full listing. Doors open 30 minutes prior to start times.
Questions on giving?
Email centermanager@kadampa-center.org or call 919.859.3433
You can sponsor a puja at the Center
Transform the ordinary into the extraordinary!  
The word puja comes from Sanskrit for offerings. All are welcome when we gather to offer our prayers and other offerings. 
Your generosity creates a connection to the practice and benefits the Center. Sponsor here!
Brought to you by the
Hospitality Team!
We've expanded our social activities to include small groups with common hobbies or interests. Groups will meet informally and as often as they like.
  • Fitness/Health (Ex. walk/run/bike)
  • Movies/Game Night (Ex. movies/museum/board games)
  • Outdoor Activities (Ex. gardening/hiking/nature walks)
  • Spur-of-the-Moment (Ex. Meet me at the _______ in an hour.")
Click below to learn more and register.
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!
• Cafe goods are available on a donation-only basis
• 100% of donations benefit Kadampa Center!
BEVERAGES $1 • SNACKS $0.50 • BOTTLED WATER $1
– MERIT MAKERS –
Thanks go out this week to Kathy Kochavar and Karen Beesley for working in the bookstore pricing all our new items. They both spent long hours and diligently labeled new merchandise and jewelry. We are excited as always to have new things to help our practice or to benefit others in gifts. Thanks Kathy and Karen for putting time and effort into our bookstore! You are appreciated.
– SIDE NOTES –
While sitting in the car at the bank drive through, I noticed a cardinal flying from one car mirror to another; back and forth, over and over. What’s up? Checking it’s coiffure or for spinach in its beak? I was curious and a google search explained...
– WORDLY WISE –

" The mani; the mantra of Chenrezig, Buddha of Compassion."
– QUICK CONNECTIONS –
KADAMPA CENTER HOURS
Open during all scheduled activities, classes and teachings (see calendar ). Additional "open access" hours to be announced soon.
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Kadampa Center is affiliated with the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition (FPMT) in the lineage of His Holiness the Dalai Lama