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We cannot assume that our future lives are a
long way off; we could find ourself thrown into our next life
today.
Universal Compassion
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Other Local Centres
Madhyamaka
Centre,
Pocklington
Launch of our
New Centre Appeal
Friday 28th March 7pm
at Atisha Centre
This is to launch Atisha Centre’s new fundraising strategy towards finding a new building.
Free buffet and Video about Manjushri KMC.
Everybody welcome!
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Studying Buddhism
The Foundation Programme
provides an opportunity to deepen our understanding and experience
of Buddhism through a systematic study of six texts.
Foundation Programme at Atisha Buddhist Centre is a unique way to study Buddhism
- gaining deep, personal insights into the teachings whilst having fun and making friends at the same time!
We currently have two Foundation Programmes to choose from;
Saturdays 9.30am - 2pm studying
'Joyful Path of Good Fortune'
Or
Mondays and Thursdays 7.30 -9.30pm studying '
Eight Steps to Happiness'
Ideal time to join...
We'll be starting a new section of 'Eight Steps to Happiness' on Thursday 6th March - why not come along and try it out?
Enrollment is required - try a FREE two week taster.
Speak to the EPC for more details:
Contact 01325 365265 or
Email education@atishameditation.co.uk
Meditation and
Mindfulness Retreat
at Tara Centre, Derby
Friday
11th - Sunday13th April
Gain
practical experience of the essential practices of Kadampa Buddhism
in this relaxing meditation retreat under the guidance of Kelsang
Chödor.
Atisha
Centre will be holding this group retreat in the idyllic setting of
Tara Centre near Derby. With 38 acres of lawns and woodland, it
provides ideal conditions for retreat.
- all meditations will be
explained and guided
- plenty of time for relaxing
and enjoying the tranquil surroundings
- all meals are
provided
- comfortable
accommodation
Please book as soon as possible by contacting Atisha Centre on 01325 365265
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The Keffords leaving bash... Everyone is invited!
Saturday 8th March 5.30pm til late...
Debbs & Paul Kefford are moving to Tara Centre in Derbyshire so there's a party planned for everyone who knows them (and those who don't) so that you can make sure it's true and say good riddance to them both.
"Seriously though... it would mean a great deal to us both to have all our Atisha Sangha friends around us for one last Puja before we go so that we can thank you all for your support and friendship over the years."
Wishfulfilling Jewel with Tsog offering will take place at 5.30pm (for about an hour-ish) so plrase bring an offering (no meat or alcohol please) and we'll enjoy the Tsog together afterwards.
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'Shelter from the Storm'
Refuge Retreat
Free Introductory Teaching - with Kelsang Chödor
Sunday 9th March
Kelsang Chödor will explain what about the practice of Buddhist Refuge and what we do in the retreat sessions. Information sheets will also be available. No need to book, just turn up.
Monday 17th - Sunday 23rd March
2008
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Going for Refuge is called the gateway to Buddhadharma. By going for refuge we become a pure Buddhist, we start to follow the Buddhist path to Enlightenment and we will receive the powerful blessings from all the Buddha's.
Session times: 7am, 10.30am, 4pm, 7pm
We provide information sheets that tell you what to do in each session, so no experience is necessary. Ask someone beforehand to go through them with you if you like.
All sessions are free, come to as many as you like
If you have any questions please Email Debbs on education@atishameditation.co.uk
Teachings of Buddha - Day Course
Sunday 16th March 2008
10.00 am - 5.00 pm
Learn basic Buddhist views, intentions and practices on this one day course. The course is ideal for complete beginners interested in starting out and also for those with experience wishing to strengthen their practice.
This relaxing day will consist of teachings, meditations and discussion.
NKT International Spring Festival
2008
May
23rd – 26th
At
the International Spring Festival 2008, Venerable Geshe Kelsang
Gyatso will grant the empowerment and commentary to the practice of
Buddha Vajrapani.
Bookings begin for:-
Spring Festival 13.00 GMT Wednesday 26th
February
Summer Festival 13.00 GMT Wednesday 4th
March
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Prayers for World Peace
Sunday 9th March 11 am - 12
noon
Once a month we’ll get
together as a group to chant prayers to different Buddha’s. Through
these practices we can create special causes for World Peace.
The first will be a Powa Ceremony of
Avalokiteshvara.
Bring a vegetarian dish to share afterwards.
There is no charge for this event, everybody welcome
NKT International Fall Festival
2008
Opening the Wisdom Eye with Venerable Geshe
Kelsang Gyatso
The 2008 International Fall
Festival will be held in Paris.
31st October - 7th November
During the Festival, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso will grant
the empowerment of the Great Mother Prajnaparamita for the very
first time in the West.
Booking opens 1st April
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Anyone can learn to Meditate
Beginners Meditation Classes
These classes run every week throughout the North East until 14th March.
Please note there'll be a two week break for Easter, they then restart 31st March until 25th July.
Teaching simple, practical methods found in
Buddhism for finding and keeping a calm mind and lasting inner
peace - the class starts with a guided meditation to relax, unwind
and feel blissful. After a short talk and another guided meditation
we finish with discussion (often over tea and biccies).
Everyone
is welcome regardless of experience - join at any
time.
Click
on the specific class details for more information about that
particular class.
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