Events
06 / 2
Start: 7:00 pm
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Geshe Soepa will help us understand where Buddhism fits into our complex world.
Suggested donation $15 | ||
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06 / 4
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Deepening Dharma - The Nature of the Mind - This 4 week series is offered for committed students and those wishing to deepen their understanding of Buddhist thought. Geshe Soepa's talk on The Nature of the Mind offers timeless insights on the nature of reality. Subsequent topics are: June 11 - The Noble Eightfold Path June 18 - Saka Dawa - a special ceremony marking Buddha's Birth, Enlightenment & Parinirvana June 25 - Mind Training (Sakya Lojong) | ||
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06 / 6
Start: 7:00 pm
Meaningful Movie Nights - Fridays biweekly June 6 and 20 - Popcorn and people – Let us surprise you! Come for the fun, meaningful discussion and companionship. We invite you to relax, unwind and start the weekend with your community. $10 including all the popcorn you can eat. | ||
06 / 7
Start: 10:00 am
End: 4:00 pm
A two part series starting today, Saturday June 7th...sessions are from 10:00-12:30 and 1:30-4:00 with a shared potluck lunch. The second day of this series is Sat June 14th. Based on the traditional Tibetan Mind Training (Lojong) teachings, these sessions will benefit Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. In life, the most difficult problems present us with the opportunity for personal growth. Geshe Soepa will lead us as we learn to face challenges and tragedies with courage and transform them into profound insights. Through talks, discussion and meditation, we will learn to: | ||
06 / 8
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06 / 9
Start: 7:00 am
End: 9:00 am
Starting June 9th, we're offering a month of 5 Tibetan Yogas classes. Please choose the frequency that best fits your schedule: * 5 days/wk option from 7 - 8 am with Sheilagh Mercer - $50/week or $180/month * 3 days/wk option from 8 - 9 am with Roxanne Campbell - $30/week or $100/month Both classes are 1/2 hr of yoga and 1/2 hr of meditation or healing visualization. After class, enjoy a bagel with tea/coffee to start your day. Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Why is it that we have this opportunity to live in this environment and what are the underlying causes of positive opportunities in our lives?
Suggested donation $15 | ||
06 / 10
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
How To Meditate - A 3 week introduction to meditation for relaxation, stress relief, and improved health - Presented by several of our experienced Western teachers. Suggested donation for 3 week series $60. Pre-registration necessary with payment on first evening. For those unable to attend all 3 evenings, suggested donation $20 per evening. | ||
06 / 11
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Deepening Dharma - The Noble Eightfold Path - The second in a 4 week series for committed students and those wishing to deepen their understanding of Buddhist thought. Geshe Soepa's talk on The Noble Eightfold Path is a practical guideline to ethical and mental development with the goal of freeing you from attachments and delusions, leading finally to understanding the truth about all things. | ||
06 / 12
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06 / 13
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Lama Choepa - Guru Puja - This is a most beautiful, traditional chanting ritual, accompanied by bells, small drums and food offerings. Please bring a food offering that can be easily distributed to everyone. You are welcome to join in the chanting or just let it touch you deeply. By donation | ||
06 / 14
Start: 10:00 am
End: 4:00 pm
The final day of a two part series begun last Saturday. Sessions are from 10:00-12:30 and 1:30-4:00 with a shared potluck lunch. Based on the traditional Tibetan Mind Training (Lojong) teachings, these sessions will benefit Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. In life, the most difficult problems present us with the opportunity for personal growth. Geshe Soepa will lead us as we learn to face challenges and tragedies with courage and transform them into profound insights. Through talks, discussion and meditation, we will learn to: | ||
06 / 15
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06 / 16
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Explore Buddhist concepts and practices that can help you deal with depression.
Suggested donation $15 | ||
06 / 17
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
How To Meditate - The second in a 3 week introduction to meditation for relaxation, stress relief, and improved health - Presented by several of our experienced Western teachers. Suggested donation for 3 week series $60. Pre-registration necessary with payment on first evening. For those unable to attend all 3 evenings, suggested donation $20 per evening. | ||
06 / 18
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Deepening Dharma - Saka Dawa - The third in a 4 week series for those wishing to take part in and receive the blessings of this special day. Saka Dawa is a ceremony commemorating Buddha's birth, enlightenment and parinirvana. On this very auspicious day of the year, you have a special opportunity to join a ritual Shakyamuni Buddha Puja with prayers led by Geshe Soepa. | ||
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06 / 20
Start: 7:00 pm
Meaningful Movie Night - Fridays biweekly June 6 and 20 - Popcorn and people – Let us surprise you! Come for the fun, meaningful discussion and companionship. We invite you to unwind and start the weekend with your community. $10 including all the popcorn you can eat. | ||
06 / 21
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06 / 22
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06 / 23
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
How can love fluorish without the attachment that leads to suffering?
Suggested donation $15 | ||
06 / 24
Start: 6:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm
How To Meditate - The final evening of a 3 week introduction to meditation for relaxation, stress relief, and improved health - Presented by several of our experienced Western teachers. Suggested donation for 3 week series $60. Pre-registration necessary with payment on first evening. For those unable to attend all 3 evenings, suggested donation $20 per evening. | ||
06 / 25
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Deepening Dharma - Mind Training (Sakya Lojong) - the final evening in a 4 week series for committed students and those wishing to deepen their understanding of Buddhist thought. Geshe Soepa's talk is an overview of the Lojong teachings, a Buddhist guide for living with courage and fearless compassion. Suggested donation $70 for 4 week series - pre-registration required with payment on first evening, June 4th. For those unable to attend all 4 evenings, suggested donation is $20 per evening. | ||
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06 / 28
Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Lama Choepa - Guru Puja - This is a most beautiful, traditional chanting ritual, accompanied by bells, small drums and food offerings. Please bring a food offering that can be easily distributed to everyone. You are welcome to join in the chanting or just let it touch you deeply. By donation | ||
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07 / 2
Start: 8:00 am
End: 9:00 am
5 Tibetan Yoga continues throughout July at the following times: * Mon, Wed, Fri, 8 to 9am - Roxanne Campbell * Tues, Thurs, 8 to 9am - Sheilagh Mercer and other teachers All classes are 1/2 hr of yoga and 1/2hr of meditation or healing visualization. After class, enjoy a bagel and a tea or coffee to start your day. For more info on these profound yogas, visit www.lamponthepath.org. To register please email peace@lamayesheling.org or call 905 296 3728. $10/class
Start: 10:00 am
End: 1:00 pm
Do you need a little break from the hustle and bustle of the world? Need a welcoming resting place? Perhaps you might enjoy a peaceful stroll around the grounds, some time for quiet reflection, or simply to savour a cup of your favourite tea on the porch. Maybe you're looking for someone to lend an ear or Just Be There? Any Wednesday between 10am and 1pm, you are warmly invited to drop by the Centre...an open hearted space for you to enjoy and feel at home. Start: 7:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm
Deepening Dharma - Behold The Jewel in the Lotus - These weekly talks are for both committed students and those wishing to deepen their understanding of Buddhist thought. This week Geshe Soepa gives a teaching on The Mantra of Compassion, Om mani padme hung, Tibet's most beloved and repeated mantra. Delve into the meaning and value of this beautiful, universal mantra. By donation | ||
