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Retreats
Study programs
Special courses
Retreats at the Temple
Peace of Mind Day Retreats
February 21, August 15, September 26
This short meditation retreat provides a special opportunity to take a break from our busy activities and hectic pace of life. With gentle guidance, we leave behind our stress and concerns and allow our mind to become calm and peaceful. Discover the power of simple meditation practices, and return home refreshed and inspired.
24-Hour Tara Chanting
December 31st, 2008 - January 1st, 2009
Join us for our annual New Year's celebration reciting praises to mother Tara.
Session Times: 7pm, 11pm, 3am, 7am, 11am, 3pm
There is no cost for this retreat, however donations are always appreciated.
Amitayus Long Life Retreat
January 3rd, 2009
It is auspicious to recite the Yoga of Buddha Amitayus at the beginning of the New Year for blessings of long life, merit, and wisdom. Join in for as many sessions as you like.
Session Times: 9am, 11am, 3pm, 5pm
There is no cost for this retreat, however donations are always appreciated.
Our Daily Practice
Heart Jewel with Lamrim Retreat
January 5th - 17th
Introduction on January 4th at 1:30pm
Session times: Mon-Sat at 7:30am, 10:00am, 3:00pm, and 7:00pm
There is no cost for this retreat, however donations are always appreciated.
Everyone is invited to attend these retreat sessions to become more familiar with the main practice of Kadampa Buddhism, Heart Jewel. In each session we will recite these prayers and meditate on all the stages of the path to enlightenment. Come to any sessions you like.
Quick Path to Great Bliss*
January 19th - 31th
Introduction on January 18th at 1:30pm
Session times: Mon-Sat at 7:30am, 10:00am, 3:00pm, and 7:00pm
There is no cost for this retreat, however donations are always appreciated.
*For those who have recieved Vajrayogini Empowerment, this retreat will be a wonderful opportunity to become more familiar with their daily practice.
TTP Retreats
At various times throughout the year, TTP students engage in concentrated retreats on the four Great Preliminary Guides, 4 sessions each day. These retreats are most appropriate for students with some experience. However, anyone is welcome to attend.
Preliminary guide retreats
Guru Yoga Mandala Offering Retreat
December 15 - 20, 2008 and Jun 15 - 20, 2009
Session Times: 7am, 10:30am, 4pm, 7pm
A special practice combining Guru yoga and mandala offerings that enables us to strengthen and deepen our connection with the Spiritual Guide.
Refuge Jun 15 - 20
Lamrim Meditation Aug 24 - 29
Guru Yoga / Mandala Offering Jun 15 - 20
Vajrasattva Purification Oct 19 - 24