"Even if we reach the height of knowledge or wealth, if we lack respect or compassion for other people our life is not worthy
of a human being. To live happily while causing the least possible
harm to others: This is the life to which all human beings
have a right, and a life that is really worthwhile."

~ His Holiness the Dalai Lama
Source : 365 Dalai Lama – Daily Advice from the Heart
Oct 9-15, 2017
MONDAY, OCT 9

TUESDAY, OCT 10
  • 7:00-8:30p, Meditation 101 led by David Machles (week three of five-week course, meets Tuesdays – all welcome!)

WEDNESDAY, OCT 11

THURSDAY, OCT 12

SATURDAY, OCT 14

SUNDAY, OCT 15
PUJAS
PRAYER GATHERINGS – ALL WELCOME!
to benefit Barbara Kathleen Smith
Thu, Oct 12, 7:00-8:00p
Sat, Oct 14, 7:00-8:30p
Sat, Oct 21, 6:00-8:30p
Mon, Oct 30, 7:00-8:30p
Lhabab Düchen (all day)
Friday, Nov. 10
One of the four major Buddhist holy days; an auspicious day for practice.
Watch for more information in the coming weeks.
SPIRITUAL PROGRAM
FROM FPMT INTERNATIONAL OFFICE
PRAYERS FOR VICTIMS OF LAS VEGAS SHOOTING

Medicine Buddha practice can be done for anyone who is sick, dying, or even who has already died. Reciting the mantra of Medicine Buddha is one of the best practices we can do at this time.

Medicine Buddha Mantra:

TAYATHA OM BEKANZYE BEKANZYE MAHA BEKANZYE
BEKANZYE RAJA SAMUDGATE SVAHA
FAMILY PROGRAM
NEW MODULE CLASSES - ENROLLMENT UNDERWAY
WELCOME FAMILIES!
ENROLL YOUR CHILDREN in Sunday morning classes
Teachers needed for Service and Courage modules. Interested?
Contact Christy
CURRENT FOUR-WEEK MODULE
  • Service: Oct 15, 22, 29, Nov 5
To help and benefit others in whatever ways we can.
See more on upcoming modules.
FOUR CLASS LEVELS
  • Preschool
  • Lower Elementary
  • Upper Elementary
  • Middle School
BOOKSTORE CORNER
BUDDHISM 101: From Karma to the Four Noble Truths, Your Guide to Understanding the Principles of Buddhism
~ By Arnie Kozak

Buddhism 101 highlights and explains the central concepts of Buddhism to the modern reader, with information on mindfulness, karma, The Four Noble Truths, the Middle Way, and more.
Fun and full of color, these bags make the perfect gift – or use them as your personal everyday or Dharma bag! Made in Nepal. $20
Our Bookstore is full and brimming with color. See our wide selection of fun,
colorful items just in from Nepal! Treat yourself or gift them to others.

BOOKSTORE HOURS
Office hours and before/after teachings
OUTREACH
COMPASSION IN ACTION
Write a note with a simple expression of hope and love to brighten someone's day. Rejoice in the merit of your words of love and compassion that go out with Meals on Wheels food delivery. P ick-up/drop-off at Kadampa Center continues!   more>

Elon University, Truitt Center
Wednesday, November 1 - Friday, November 3
View construction from 10a-5p on Wednesday and Thursday
and 10a-2p on Friday more>
SIDE NOTE
The cassette tape, newly revered by my teen is a necessity for the drive to school. Digging through my collection, she selects an assortment for the car such as Queen, Pink Floyd, Eric Clapton, and Allman Brothers. It brings a smile when we belt out lyrics memorized by each of us decades apart. The other day, she plucked out...
MERIT MAKERS
On Sundays when Geshe Gelek or Geshe Sangpo can’t teach, our wonderful Discovering Buddhism teachers and other senior students step in to lead the discussion, bringing fresh new voices to our discovery of Dharma. They very kindly offer this on top of their other service to Kadampa Center. Big thanks to Ven. Lhamo, Ven. Khando, Ven. Choekyi, Steep Smith, Don Brown, Robbie Watkins, Erin Sloan and Karen Edwards! 
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WORDLY WISE
GOOD THINGS TO KNOW

The eradication from the mind of negative imprints by past non-virtuous actions, which would otherwise ripen into suffering. The most effective methods of purification employ the four opponent powers of regret, reliance, virtuous action and resolve.
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