"Good human qualities… honesty, sincerity, a good heart, cannot be bought with money, nor can they be produced by machines, but only by the mind itself. We call this the inner light, or God’s blessing, or human quality. This is the essence of mankind."
~ His Holiness the Dalai Lama
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MONDAY, NOV 5
FRIDAY, NOV 9
SUNDAY, NOV 11
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2018 STUPA CIRCUMAMBULATION COUNT:
23,399
Please enter your count at the Stupa
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No puja at Center; reminder for those who may wish to perform tsog at home
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– UPCOMING AND ONGOING TEACHINGS –
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During the month of November, we will offer some exciting special programs on Sunday mornings. Lots to look forward to!
- WHEN: 10:30-Noon, Sundays
- WHERE: Center Gompa
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– UPCOMING AND ONGOING CLASSES AND EVENTS –
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In these facilitated discussion sessions, we invite everyone -- past and future Discovering Buddhism students and teachers, and anyone else who wants to discuss foundational Buddhist topics in the context of day-to-day practice.
- WHEN: 7:00-8:30p Mondays (Nov 5 - Dec 17; not Nov 19)
- WHERE: Center Gompa
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Discovering Buddhism is a two-year course designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the lamrim, the step-by-step path to enlightenment practiced in Tibetan Buddhism. The two-year curriculum covers 13 of the 14 modules in the course.
Watch for further information, available soon.
- WHEN: 7:00-8:30p, Mondays
- WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa
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In this workshop series, we'll explore different methods of integrating practice into our daily lives, as outlined in Denise Flora's book,
The Rhythm of Virtue.
- WHAT: The Rhythm of Virtue – Sunday Workshops
- WHEN: 1:30-3:30p, Nov 18 and Dec 16
- WHERE: Kadampa Center
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Denise Flora's new book, "The Rhythm of Virtue," is available in the Center's bookstore.
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LAMA TSONGKHAPA GURU PUJA WITH TSOG
, Sun, Dec 2, honors the founder of our Gelugpa tradition. During this Guru Puja, we will make light offerings at the altar and the stupa, and read and meditate on readings from the Lama Tsongkhapa Guru Yoga. All are welcome to attend, even if you are unfamiliar with the practice.
- WHEN: Sun, Dec 2
- WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa
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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, through 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
FAMILY DHARMA CLASSES: Dec. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30
- Parents invited to attend classes with their children during Sunday regular class time
- Specific Buddhist philosophies and practices will be taught, practiced and discussed by specially invited Sangha and Senior lay teachers
- Children are also always welcome in the gompa, if it's a better fit
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NOTE:
Join us for a volunteer appreciation luncheon for all Family Program volunteers for this season, to be held following the Sunday classes on Nov. 18.
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– UPCOMING FAMILY PROGRAM EVENTS –
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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, Nov 16; 5:30-7:45p (potluck at 5:30p)
- WHERE: Kadampa Center
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BASIC NEEDS COLLECTION AND MANDALA
In Buddhism, we practice offering a mandala - a whole jeweled universe of the best of everything to our teachers and to the Buddhas. On Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend, we'll offer a special mandala, created from items our members donate to benefit Interact.
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UNDER THE BODHI TREE: A STORY OF THE BUDDHA
~ by Deborah Hopkinson & Kelly Whitman
Once upon a time in ancient India, a prince was born. His name was Siddhartha, and one day he would inherit a powerful kingdom. His father tried to protect him from the suffering and hardship beyond the palace walls, but the prince longed to see the world, which led to his journey for understanding and path of peace.
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DEITY STATUES
AVAILABLE
Have you seen our expanded selection of beautiful deity statues? Made in Nepal, a variety of deity statues are available, including Vajrasatva, White Tara, and Shakyamuni Buddha. The statues are available in various sizes, perfect for your altar or favorite place for mediation. Statues of buddhas and other holy figures inspire us to develop our inner qualities. Offered by size, from $150 to $300-plus.
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BOOKSTORE HOURS
Office hours and before/after teachings
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has started!
Many colors make our beautiful tapestry at Kadampa Center. Click on the button below to become a supporter or increase your gifts and weave your colors into our Tapestry!
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FALL FESTIVAL PARTY FUN FOR ALL!
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We moved the party indoors because of the rain Friday night and had a good time sharing food and lively conversation. The kids had a great time painting pumpkins and the adults managed a little bingo post sugar rush. Thank you to all who came out and enjoyed a cozy night by the light of the stupa inside our Center.
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INTERNATIONAL MERIT BOX PROJECT
Cultivate generosity in your daily practice by placing a Merit Box on your altar (or other convenient location), generate your motivation with Bodhichitta, make offerings (bless them with your mind), and dedicate the merits. Practice everyday and help foster an international spirit of harmony and cohesion amongst the FPMT community!
Resulting grants benefit FPMT projects around the world!
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KADAMPA CAFE: SNACKING STRONGLY ENCOURAGED
Do you have the urge for a cuppa Dunkin' Donuts® coffee (K-cup pod), a delicious Nature Valley Oats 'n Honey granola bar, or a delightful pack of Annie's® Organic Bunny Fruit Snacks? 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).
Thanks to a generous practitioner, 100% of Kadampa Cafe donations benefit our Center.
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This Week's Favorite:
Fritos® Original
Corn Chips
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Suggested Donations:
• Hot Beverages = $1.00
• Bottled Water = $1.00
• Snacks = $0.50
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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 919.859.3433
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Thanks to Laura Shimer who came out for Grounds Day last Saturday. Joey and Laura worked in the gardens to prepare them for fall. Also thanks to Barry Judge who brought a load of mulch in for our gardens and to those who helped place in around the stupa last Sunday. We thank you all for the beauty that continues on our grounds year after year!
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We hear quite often in Buddhism about learning to see our thoughts as mere thoughts. They have power only when we follow them and build a reality based on a rising thought, so why is it so difficult to move a thought in the direction we’d like it to go? It seems like moving clouds into any shape we choose. Not there yet. Yet we do have power. Think of...
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An offering cake used in tantric rituals. In Tibet, tormas were usually made of tsampa, but other edibles such as biscuits and so forth will suffice.
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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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