"Whether one believes in a religion or not, and whether one believes in rebirth or not, there isn’t anyone who doesn’t appreciate kindness and compassion."
~ His Holiness the Dalai Lama
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MONDAY, SEP 10
TUESDAY, SEP 11
WEDNESDAY, SEP 12
THURSDAY, SEP 13
FRIDAY, SEP 14
SATURDAY, SEP 15
SUNDAY, SEP 16
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2018 STUPA CIRCUMAMBULATION COUNT:
20,318
Please enter your count at the Stupa
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TARA PRACTICE: A TREASURY OF TWO SIDDHIS
(Sat, Sep 15, 1:00-5:30p)
In this practice we deepen our connection with the 21 Taras by visualizing her present with us, contemplating the specific enlightened activity of each Tara, making beautiful and bountiful offerings, and doing prayers, prostrations and mantras.
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– UPCOMING AND ONGOING TEACHINGS –
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In these teachings, Geshe Gelek will use topics from the Kadampa Master Geshe Chekawa's
The Seven Point Mind Training as a tool for exploring methods of making our lives happier.
- WHEN: Sundays, 10:30-Noon
- WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa
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Geshe Gelek is teaching on this condensed Lamrim text, with the intent to help students become familiar with these texts so we may use them in our daily practice.
- WHEN: Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30p
- WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa
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– UPCOMING AND ONGOING CLASSES –
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Geshe Sangpo explains the purpose and benefits of the practices, and we will all do the practice, benefiting participants.
- WHEN: 7:00-8:00p, Thursdays
- WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa
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An introductory course on basic Buddhist meditation techniques for beginners, which can be used by anyone to create more peace and happiness in daily life.
Presented in five sessions
with David Machles
- WHEN: Tuesdays, Sep 4-Oct 2, 7:00-8:30p
- WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa
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Learn what tantra is, how it works, and why it is a powerful form of practice. Presented in five sessions
with Don Brown
- WHEN: Mondays, Sep 10-Oct 8, 7:00-8:30p (Practice Day Oct 1; Discovering Buddhism Celebration Oct 8)
- WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa
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– INTERNATIONAL RETREAT WITH LAMA ZOPA RINPOCHE –
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LIGHT OF THE PATH RETREAT 2019
Save the dates and join us for all or part of the four-week retreat with our Spiritual Director, Lama Zopa Rinpoche. Stay tuned for more information, including registration details.
- WHAT: Light of the Path 2019
- WHEN: May 5-30
- WHERE: Blue Ridge Assembly, Black Mountain, NC
MORE
INFO COMING SOON
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Denise Flora's new book, "The Rhythm of Virtue," is available in the Center's bookstore.
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During our monthly Sunday Tea Time, join us to celebrate the launch of
The Rhythm of Virtue, a new book by author and longtime Center member, Denise Flora.
Ask Denise to sign your copy!
- WHAT: The Rhythm of Virtue – Book Launch Party!
- WHEN: Sun, Sep 20, Noon-1:00p
- WHERE: Kadampa Center Lobby
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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, Sep 2-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
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– UPCOMING FAMILY PROGRAM EVENTS –
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The Family Program and Outreach have teamed up to introduce a new service project! All ages are welcome to participate in the Adopt a Stream (AAS) biannual cleaning of the shoreline of Lake Johnson.
- WHAT: Big Sweep at Lake Johnson
- WHEN: Sat, Sep 15; 8:30-1:30p WHERE: Lake Johnson Park's new Thomas G. Crowder Woodland Center, 5611 Jaguar Park Dr, Raleigh NC
- REGISTRATION: Required here
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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, Sep 21; 5:30-7:45p (potluck at 5:30p)
- WHERE: Kadampa Center
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SCHOOL SUPPLIES NEEDED!
We have another excellent opportunity to practice compassion in action, for some very needy children in Haiti. They are in desperate need of school supplies.
Items will be delivered personally and must be collected by
Wed, Sep 19
in the Kadampa Center lobby.
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Mark your calendars for an Interfaith afternoon of devotional pray and thoughts regarding "Blessings of the Earth."
- WHAT: Interfaith Prayer Gathering – Blessings of the Earth
- WHEN: Sun, Oct 7, 3:00p
- WHERE: Unity of the Triangle
5570 Munford Rd, Raleigh NC 27612
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AN INTRODUCTION TO BUDDHISM
~ by His Holiness the Dalai Lama
The "Core Teachings of the Dalai Lama" series begins with this small book of teachings by His Holiness, including The Four Noble Truths, The Eight Verses on Training the Mind and Atisha’s Lamp for the Path to Enlightenment, is the perfect introduction to traditional Tibetan Buddhist thought and practice.
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HANDLOOM SCARVES
Beautiful Nepalese hand loom Raspberry Border scarves made of 100% cotton. Dress up a favorite outfit, use as a lightweight shawl, or pair with your favorite jeans! Entirely handmade. Approximately 18- by 72-inches. Choose from several beautiful colors.
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NEW MERCHANDISE SHIPMENT JUST ARRIVED!
We're restocking our shelves and adding new merchandise. Be sure to stop by and check out our expanded offerings to support your practice and for all your gift-giving needs.
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BOOKSTORE HOURS
Office hours and before/after teachings
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KADAMPA CAFE: SNACKING STRONGLY ENCOURAGED!
Do you have the urge for a cuppa Dunkin' Donuts coffee (K-cup pod), tasty crackers with peanut butter, or a yummy bag of air-popped popcorn? 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
). Best of all, 100% of Kadampa Cafe donations benefit our Center.
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Suggested Donations:
• Hot Beverages = $1.00
• Bottled Water = $1.00
• Snacks = $0.50
SkinnyPop
Popcorn $1.00
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The Kadampa Cafe is stocked and maintained as part of the practice of a generous Center member. Thank you!
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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 919.858.3433
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Left anything behind? Click on the link below to see a photo to jog your memory. All the items will be donated on Friday, Sept 14. Come by the Center to check it out!
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Thanks go out this week to Andrés Tellez who designs many of our lovely banners and posters you see on This Week, FaceBook and our website. The interesting sweet fact is Andrés moved back to Columbia and asked if he could still serve from there. Yes! He is an amazing designer and happily produces work from afar. Thank you Andrés for your time, effort and talents even across many miles!
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Pending news of a hurricane on it’s way toward us may create it’s own mini mental hurricane within us. Bread: check. Milk: don’t really need milk. Mental state: unchecked. Maybe this week while creating a plan of stowing away the umbrella, the chairs and the potential projectile rock collection, I’ll add to my list...
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One-day vows to abandon killing; stealing; lying; sexual contact; intoxicants; high seats; eating at the wrong time; and singing, dancing and wearing perfumes and jewelry.
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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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