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Meditation and Discussion Classes

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 17:00:36 +1300

Meditation and Discussion Classes presented by Geshe Jampa Tharchin our new resident teacher. Translated to English by Ms Voula Zarpani.

Geshe Tharchin will be on private retreat from May 21st to August 4th. During this time Jampa Ignyen, a western teacher will be continuing the Monday and Thursday evening classes

Meditation Class - Every Sunday 10am to 11.30am

with Lharampa Geshe Jampa Tharchin, the resident teacher at Chandrakirti Meditation Centre. This is a class for beginners and those with a general interest in meditation and mind training. All welcome – by donation

A very popular and fun class. Resumes on April 29th, May 6th, 13th, 20th. Then August 5th onwards until November.

Lam Rim Class. The A to Z of Buddhism - Every Monday 7pm to 9pm

Monday Evenings with Geshe Jampa Tharchin. Resuming May 7th until May 21st when Japma Ignyen, a western teacher will continue the teachings while Geshe-la is on private retreat.

All welcome $10 donation. If you are interested to know more about Buddhism this is the class for you.

Study Group - Every Thursday 7pm to 9pm

We are currently studying Buddhist tenets, which looks at the nature of reality from the point of view of the four Buddhist schools. This is an advanced class for those ready to delve into the difference between worldy conventions and the ultimate truth of how things exist.

Nung Nae Retreat

Fri, 12 Nov 2010 16:04:36 +1300

Nung Nae Fasting and Purification Retreat - June 1st to June 5th

A practise of Chenrezig, we recite the sadana 3 x daily, perform prostrations and praises to Chenrezig, the Buddha of compassion.

This is a special practise to develop compassion and purify our minds.

All welcome, please give us a call for details.

Phone 03 5432021

Guru Puja Tsog

Fri, 22 Oct 2010 00:02:15 +1300

This practice is done twice a month on the Tibetan 10th and 25th (tsog days). It is the offering to the lama and the special devotional practice of the Gelugpa tradition. It includes a beautiful and poetic overview of the Graduated Path to Enlightenment. Participants get to take home some of the many offerings of food. We also offer tea and make special dedications during the puja.

Guru Puja is a practice of remembering and coming closer to our potential through connecting

with those who have already completed the path to Buddhahood. Buddhists believe our Dharma

Teachers (or Lamas/Spiritual Mentors), embody those qualities we ourselves wish to develop:

unbiased love and compassion as well as the ability to skillfully aid others. This practice includes

traditional chanting, visualization meditation, prayers in English and the practice of making

offerings. People new to or curious about Buddhism are welcome to sit and watch or participate –

please bring a food offering to share.

See Events Calendar for upcoming dates

Please call us on 03 5432021 if you would like to attend and to confirm the start time.

Medicine Buddha Puja

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 17:43:42 +1300

Medicine Buddha Puja gives great benefit to those suffering from mental or physical illness as well as from natural disasters or poverty. It also helps prevent these situations from happening to ourselves and protect those we love. The practice includes meditation, offering practice, prayers, mantra recitation and special dedications.

Please send us the names of friends and family that are sick or have passed away for us to pray for.

All are welcome to attend and/or sponsor a puja on behalf of loved ones, or for the success of your projects.

Call us 03 5432021 for details

ourselves and protect those we love. The practice includes meditation, offering practice, prayers,

mantra recitation and special dedications. Please send us the names of friends and family that are

sick or have passed away for us to pray for.

All are welcome to attend and/or sponsor a puja on behalf of loved ones, or for the success of your

projects..

Call us 5432021 for details

Chandrakirti Meditation Centre, 289 Sunrise Valley Road, Upper Moutere.

Every Monday 4pm to 5pm

Tara Puja

Mon, 15 Nov 2010 17:42:44 +1300

Tara, the mother of all the Buddhas, is a manifestation of compassionate activity. She is particularly helpful in emergencies and difficult situations. This monthly puja involves chanting praises to the 21 Taras and making mandala offerings. It is an excellent practice for removing negativities and obstacles. You can dedicate the puja to friends, relatives, the sick, or the success of a business or a particular project.

See Events Calendar for Upcoming dates

Please call us on 03 5432021 if you would like to attend and to confirm the start time.