" 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
QUICK LINKS TO TAKE ACTION

Sep 17-23, 2018
MONDAY, SEP 17

TUESDAY, SEP 18
  • 7:00-8:30p, Meditation 101 with David Machles, session three of five

WEDNESDAY, SEP 19

FRIDAY, SEP 21

SATURDAY, SEP 22

SUNDAY, SEP 23
2018 STUPA CIRCUMAMBULATION COUNT: 20,424
Please enter your count at the Stupa
– PUJAS –
Wed, Sep 19, Noon-1:30p
Sat, Sep 22, 1:00p-5:30p
Mon, Sep 24, Noon-1:00p
Thu, Oct 4, noon-1:30p
TARA PRACTICE: A TREASURY OF TWO SIDDHIS (Sat, Sep 22, 1:00-5:30p) Rescheduled from last week. 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.
– UPCOMING AND ONGOING TEACHINGS –
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
Geshe Gelek returns to teaching on the complete Lamrim text by Lama Tsongkhapa.
  • WHEN: Wednesdays, 7:00-8:30p
  • WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa
– UPCOMING AND ONGOING CLASSES –
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
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
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
– Sep 27: Prostrations
– Oct 11: Mandalas
  • WHERE: Kadampa Center Gompa
– INTERNATIONAL RETREAT WITH LAMA ZOPA RINPOCHE –
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
– UPCOMING EVENTS –
Denise Flora's new book, "The Rhythm of Virtue," is available in the Center's bookstore.
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 30, Noon-1:00p
  • WHERE: Kadampa Center Lobby
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, Oct 21, Nov 18, and Dec 16
  • WHERE: Kadampa Center
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 .

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
'DHARMA CAMP 2018: PATIENCE' A SUCCESS
This year's Family Dharma Camp was held Aug 24-26 at the beautiful Agape campus in Fuquay-Varina. Twenty families and more than 70 people enjoyed a weekend together learning about Patience, one of the Six Perfections fundamental to a Bodhichitta Attitude.

Children learned various methods to dispel anger from young adult counselors with strong practices of their own, who presented unique meditations through Jataka Tale presentations. Thank you to Nathaniel, Miranda, Bella, Katie, Kenn and Emily for caring and sharing!
Adults learned how to practice patience through discussion and workshops. Venerable Khando-la led participants through lessons in patience, and Dorje Khadro and Animal Liberation practices. Sandy and Dan provided experiential wisdom and fielded questions. Resident expert Celina shared her refreshing research, and Georgia and Denise shared their passions and reminded all to move mindfully. Many thanks to all!
This year's event was the second in a five-year series of Family Dharma camps in which Geshe Gelek recommended the focus be on the Perfections for a Bodhichitta Attitude. Thanks to all Dharma Camp participants for their efforts to create a comfortable and safe community. We hope to see you in 2019 when we'll study another perfection for a bodhichitta attitude – Joyful Effort!
~ Christy Batts
– UPCOMING FAMILY PROGRAM EVENTS –
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
' BIG SWEEP ' EVENT CANCELLED
Watch for future opportunities with Adopt a Stream events!
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.
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
THE COMPLETE FOUNDATION: THE SYSTEMATIC APPROACH TO TRAINING THE MIND
~ by His Holiness the Dalai Lama
Clear, eloquent, simple, and profound, His Holiness’s teachings show how visualization, reason, and contemplation can be systematically crafted to enhance personal development. This is the second in the new "Core Teachings of the Dalai Lama" series.
HANDMADE JOURNALS AND NOTEBOOKS
Nepalese handmade Lokta paper journals and notebooks are available in several styles. Suitable for use as a journal or diary, the paper is handmade using a traditional method without mechanical equipment. Write on both sides of paper. Be sure to check out our new stock!
  • Journals and Notebooks $10
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.
BOOKSTORE HOURS
Office hours and before/after teachings
BOARD OF DIRECTOR'S SEPTEMBER MESSAGE
We hope everyone has been safe during the hurricane. We have been under the watchful eye of our teachers and we are all grateful.
As we look at the expenditures for 2018 and budget for 2019, please remember that our only source of income for the Center is what we the community give. Giving was down over the summer; we appreciate your continued support as we head into the fall.

With love and appreciation,
Your Board of Directors
KADAMPA CAFE: SNACKING STRONGLY ENCOURAGED!
Do you have the urge for a cuppa Dunkin' Donuts® coffee (K-cup pod), Toasty peanut butter sandwich crackers, 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.
Suggested Donations:
• Hot Beverages = $1.00
• Bottled Water = $1.00
• Snacks = $0.50
SkinnyPop®
Popcorn $1.00
The Kadampa Cafe is stocked and maintained as part of the practice of a generous Center member. Thank you!
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
Lend a hand...
 Help Dharma thrive – with your help we can accomplish anything!

Position needed: Greeter
INTERESTED? Email or call 919.858.3433
– MERIT MAKERS –
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!
– SIDE NOTES –
“Hurricane season brings a humbling reminder that, despite our technologies, most of nature remains unpredictable.” ~ Diane Ackerman

All of us at Kadampa Center thank every one of you around the world for your prayers and practices during hurricane Florence. May all who were affected by the storm be safe and know our hearts and prayers are with you.

Sending love,
Jill
ps. “Be the breeze, not the hurricane.” ~ the web
– WORDLY WISE –
The gross and subtle levels of the transience of phenomena. The moment things and events come into existence, their disintegration has already begun.
– QUICK CONNECTIONS –
KADAMPA CENTER HOURS
Tue-Fri: 10:00a-5:30p (call ahead to check)
Silent Meditation: During open hours
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