Kadampa Meditation Center Weekly Newsletter - February 22, 2023

Religion and Spirituality

February 23, 2023

From: Kadampa Meditation Center Philadelphia

Join Us for a Special Event: The Blessing Empowerment of Buddha Vajrasattva

March 4th and 5th At Menlha Kadampa Buddhist Center

in Lambertville, NJ

Inner Freedom: The Blessing Empowerment of Buddha Vajrasattva

Saturday, March 4th and

Sunday, March 5th

At Menlha Kadampa Meditation Center in Lambertville, NJ with Gen Kelsang Chogyop

An empowerment is a blessing ritual and guided meditation through which we make a deep connection with a Buddha and create the cause to actualize that Buddha's enlightened state. The empowerment of Buddha Vajrasattva will enable us to connect directly with Vajrasattva's mind and to receive purification through his blessings. This powerful experience gives us a taste of the inner freedom and radiant universal love experienced by an enlightened mind. Such a taste, even though it initially may be brief, is invaluable. It allows us to see what is possible and naturally empowers us to want to use our life fully in the service of actualizing our potential.

During the commentaries, Gen Chogyop will explain the purification practice of Vajrasattva. This skillful and creative practice allows us to connect with the natural potential in our mind, to heal the wounds of the past, and to free ourselves from old and painful habits of thinking and acting. Through purifying our mind gradually we experience a wonderful lightness and inner freedom. We are free to live a life based on wisdom and love, to experience a truly joyful heart and to become the person we really wish to be. Everyone is welcome.

For the retreat schedule, carpooling, and to learn more visit our Special Events page.

Please note: This empowerment is being held at Menlha Kadampa Buddhist Center in Lambertville, NJ. Due to their generosity, your registration will benefit Kadampa Meditation Center Philadelphia.

Register Here

Creating a Home Meditation Space

Saturday, March 18th

11am - 12:30pm

with Meditation Teacher, Eve Miller

Have you been wanting to create a space at home for your meditation practice? In this workshop you'll learn all the practical aspects of setting up a meditation space at home: the parts of a traditional shrine, how to make beautiful offerings, information on meditation cushions and posture, tips on how to deal with sound issues and more. You do not need to have a lot of space to make a functional, beautiful, and beneficial place to focus your mind and get peaceful at home. All are welcome.

To learn more, visit our Special Events page.

Register Here

2023 Mid-Atlantic Dharma Celebration

April 14th - 16th

at Kadampa Meditation Center Maryland, Baltimore

The Mid-Atlantic Dharma Celebration is a very special annual event that connects practitioners around the Mid-Atlantic region. This incredible weekend of practical teachings, powerful meditations, and energizing empowerment is an event not to be missed. If you are new to Buddhism, the Celebration weekend provides a perfect opportunity to gain a deeper understanding and experience of Buddha’s teachings. Everyone is welcome.

At this year’s Mid-Atlantic Dharma Celebration, Kadam Morten will give the Blessing Empowerment of Buddha Amitayus and teachings on the conditions for gaining realizations. Amitayus is the Buddha of long life, merit, and wisdom. The empowerment is a blissful guided meditation through which we make a direct connection with this sublime Buddha, and receive powerful blessings.

For registration, volunteer opportunities and more visit the 2023 Mid-Atlantic Dharma Celebration page.

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Our Bookstore: A Sanctuary in the City

Next time you visit our center, we invite you to spend some time in our bookstore—here you will find an abundant collection of books, handmade gifts, and spiritual objects to support you in your meditation and contemplative practice. Also check out our lending library and help yourself to a complimentary cup of coffee or tea. We look forward to welcoming you.

Gifts cards are now available! An easy way to give someone access to meditation classes, Dharma books, and a variety of bookstore items. Our reloadable cards make a unique gift any time of year.

This Week's Schedule: February 22nd-28th

Lunchtime Meditation

M-W-F • 12:15 - 12:45pm • $5, Included in membership

with Meditation Teacher, Eve Miller

Register.

Wednesday Guided Meditation

7 - 7:45pm • $5, Included in membership

with Meditation Teacher, Fred Graumuller

Register.

Wednesday Meditation - Collingswood, NJ

7 - 8pm • $15, Included in membership

with Resident Teacher, John Baker