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SUMMARY:Guru Puja with Tsog
DESCRIPTION:Guru puja (Lama Chöpa)  is a practice of making offerings and requests to all the Buddhas and holy beings\, but especially the root guru\, who\, according to the teachings\, is the root of the path to liberation. Traditionally we do offerings to the Sangha. If you wish to dedicate the puja to the spiritual teachers or loved ones in need of support and prayers\, please do let us know. We practice Guru Puja every month and is open to public. \nPlease bring a food offering – preferably something baked / fruit / something avoiding plastic. Thank you!
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/guru-puja-with-tsog/2023-08-26/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20230923T113000
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SUMMARY:Tara Puja
DESCRIPTION:Female manifestation of Buddha’s Omniscient mind\, Tara. During a Tara Puja we recite 21 Tara’s prayer. \nThe actions of all the buddhas have manifested in the aspect of Tara\, to grant the wishes of us beings. Hence it is very important for us to pray to her. Because of her great compassion and love for all sentient beings\, if we pray to her with great sincerity and faith\, taking refuge in and relying on her completely\, she can definitely help eliminate hindrances and bring success in spreading the pure teachings of the Buddha. \nJoin us if you are a practitioner or not. All welcome! \n10am at the Gompa with our teacher Geshe-la.
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/tara-puja-3/2023-09-23/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241203T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20241203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T020042Z
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SUMMARY:Prayers at Wish-Fulfilling Land
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the monthly prayers at the Wish-fulfilling Land \nMeet us at Chandrakirti Meditation Centre for a ride to WFL at 9:30am\, \nor join us at around 10 am at the Land by the Earth Cabin. \nPlease wear warm clothes! \nWish Fulfilling Land is a place to retreat\, develop calm abiding and realizations on the path to enlightenment. \n \n 
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/prayers-at-wish-fulfilling-land-2024-12-03/2024-12-03/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Monthly Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250405T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250405T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250212T232538Z
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SUMMARY:Geshela teaching in Wellington
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 5 April \n10 am – 12 noon            Public talk – Philosophical Society\, Wellington.  Title: Art of Happiness in the 21st Century \nMindfulness & MeditationJoin Geshe Tharchin’s Public Talk on The Art of Happiness in the 21st Century at\, includes guided meditation. All warmly welcome. For more information – Elaine 021 578 601All warmly Welcome. Suggested koha donation $20. \nVenue: 8 Moncrieff St\, Mount Victoria\, Wellington 6011\, New Zealand
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/geshela-teaching-in-wellington/
CATEGORIES:Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250412T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250212T213644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T213644Z
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SUMMARY:Geshela teaching in Golden Bay
DESCRIPTION:Geshe Tharchin will give a public talk on Exploring What Happens After Death \nThis public talk delves into the mysteries of what happens after death\, drawing from Buddhist wisdom and personal reflection to explore the journey of consciousness beyond this life. \nVenue: The Sandcastle\, 32 Haile Lane\, Pōhara 7183. \nThis is a free event. Donations or koha much appreciated.
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/geshela-teaching-in-golden-bay/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Public Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250415T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250415T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250408T000343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250427T001706Z
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SUMMARY:New Morning Meditation with Geshe Tharchin in Stoke
DESCRIPTION:New Morning Meditation with Geshe-la in Stoke \n\n\nEvery Tuesday morning April 15th and April 22nd\nfrom 10am to 11.00 am Tuesdays\n\n\nStart your day with Peace and Clarity\n\n\nJoin Geshe Tharchin for a morning meditation focused on breathing meditation\, a simple yet powerful way to reduce stress\, improve focus and cultivate inner calm. Promote the feeling of relaxation and emotional balance.\n\n\nNo experience needed – everyone is welcome\n\n\nbook here: meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz or just drop in. Koha.\n\n\nNelson Suburbs Football Clubrooms\nSaxton Field. 143 Saxton Rd East\nJust turn in off Main Rd Stoke\, into Saxton fields\nAnd it’s the first building on the left\, 1/2 km up.
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/geshela_in_stoke/2025-04-15/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250418T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250421T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250110T024010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T042521Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Retreat with Geshe Tharchin
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Easter retreat with Geshe Tharchin. \nGeshe-la will lead a retreat on The Essence of Awakening: Discovering Your Buddha-Nature. This course delves into the profound teaching of Buddha-nature\, revealing how every being possesses the potential for enlightenment and how this understanding can transform our perception\, practice\, and way of life. \nThe retreat fee is $320\, which includes text materials\, lunch and refreshments. Accommodation available at extra cost. The online ticket includes the PayPal transaction fees. To avoid this extra cost\, you can do direct credit. Please email us for bank info. \nTo register and inquire more\, please write to us.
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/easter2025/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250504T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250504T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250504T063321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250504T063321Z
UID:13562-1746345600-1746378000@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:Teaching Weekend with Geshela
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a teaching weekend with Geshe Tharchin \nFriday December 5th and Saturday December 6th \nMore info TBA. \nTo register please email meditate@chadrakirti.co.nz
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/teaching-weekend-with-geshela-3/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250523T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250523T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250427T001329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T042254Z
UID:10396-1747992600-1748014200@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:One Day Teaching Course with Geshe Tharchin- Beyond Attachments: The Path to Unshakable Freedom and Peace
DESCRIPTION:Based on Sachen Kunga Nyingbon’s “Parting from the four attachments” Geshe Tharchin will take us through four pieces of advice which contains the quintessence of all the Sutra and Tantra teachings. In just four lines\, this profound instruction offers a complete guide to the spiritual path — from developing genuine renunciation to realizing ultimate wisdom. Through teachings\, meditation\, and discussion\, we will explore how letting go of worldly attachments opens the door to lasting freedom and happiness. Whether you’re new to Dharma or deepening your practice\, this retreat offers clear\, powerful tools for inner growth. 🪷🪷🪷 \nFriday May 23rd 9:30am to 3:30pm \nCourse fee $80\, includes text materials\, lunch and refreshments. \nPlease email us to register. \n 
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/beyond-attachments/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250531T060000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250531T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250402T032730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250524T023017Z
UID:13377-1748671200-1748718000@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:Chenrezig Practice
DESCRIPTION:Chenrezig sadhana practice and Mahayana precepts for the day. \nSaturday May 31st. From 6am till 7pm. \nRetreat fee $80. \nEmail us to book your spot: meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz \n  \nSchedule: \n6am-9am session 1 \n10am-noon session 2 \n230pm-400pm session 3 \n500pm-700pm session 4
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/chenrezig-practice/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250602T150000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250602T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250525T025116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250525T025116Z
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SUMMARY:Welcoming Kyabje Lama Zopa Rincpohe's holy relics & Momo Party
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a joyful afternoon at Chandrakirti Centre with Geshe Tharchin as we gather to make delicious momo together 🥰 \nAfterwards\, take part in a heartfelt procession to Nalanda Hall to officially welcome the holy relics of Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche—a deeply meaningful moment for Chandrakirti friends and family 🙏 \nDon’t miss this chance to be part of something joyful and sacred 😇 \n🪷Momo making: 3.00pm\n🪷Procession to Gompa: 5.00pm \n💛 All warmly welcome – please kindly RSVP 🥳
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/welcoming-kyabje-lama-zopa-rincpohes-holy-relics-momo-party/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250805T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250805T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250803T020506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T020506Z
UID:13790-1754416800-1754422200@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:🕯️ Guru Puja with Tsog
DESCRIPTION:🕯️ Guru Puja with TsogTuesday 5th August at 6:00pmA profound practice of devotion and offering to the Guru\, with tsog offering.
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/%f0%9f%95%af%ef%b8%8f-guru-puja-with-tsog/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250809T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250809T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250803T020657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250803T020657Z
UID:13792-1754733600-1754739000@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:🌿 Medicine Buddha Puja
DESCRIPTION:🌿 Medicine Buddha PujaSaturday 9th August at 10:00amDedicated to healing and removing obstacles – for yourself and others.
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/%f0%9f%8c%bf-medicine-buddha-puja/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250810T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250810T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20240708T084807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T024141Z
UID:13176-1754820000-1754825400@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:Sunday Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:Focusing on Seven point mind training Geshela teaching us how to live a happy successful life. \nIf our mind is pure and peaceful we will be happy\, regardless of our external conditions. When it is unsettled\, we will never find happiness\, no matter how much we try to change our external conditions. \nThe method to make our mind pure and peaceful is to train in meditation. The Sunday meditation class covers methods to achieve this. \nFamily friendly. Followed by a vegetarian lunch! \nEveryone warmly welcome. Just drop in! \nBy donation. \nWe are on Youtube Live  \nDonate online via givealittle
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/sunday-meditation-class-2025-10-08/2025-08-10/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Weekly Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250811T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250811T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250504T061135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T015130Z
UID:13538-1754935200-1754940600@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:Monday Study Class
DESCRIPTION:Monday study class with Geshe Tharchin \nMonday evenings from 6:00-7:30pm (will change to 7.00-8.30pm when daylight savings starts on 29 September) \nTopic: His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s Introduction to Tantra \nThe text required for Monday’s Study Class – Opening the Eye of New Awareness (HHDL)\, translated and introduced by Donald S Lopez Jr. \nCourse fee is $225 for 15 weeks. \nClass offered in person and online via Zoom. \nTo register please email meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/monday-study-class-3/2025-08-11/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Weekly Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250813T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250813T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20241219T005655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T015307Z
UID:13417-1755108000-1755113400@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:Wednesday Class
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday evenings 6:00-7:30 pm (will change to 7.00-8.30pm when daylight savings rolls over on 1 October) \nTopic: Lama Tsong Khapa’s famous “Middle Length Lam Rim” \nCost for the course is $210 for the 14 weeks. Cost of the hardcopy textbook is $100. \nWe will study The Middle-Length Treatise on the Stages of the Path to Enlightenment   by Je Tsongkhapa\, translated by Philip Quarcoo \nFor registered students\, the e-book is available for US$9.95 from Wisdom Publications\, discount code fpmt995 \nClass offered in person and online via Zoom. \nFor direct credit\, please email us for bank info. \nEmail meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz to ask anything and register.
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/wednesday-class-feb-june2025-2025-02-26/2025-08-13/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Teaching,Weekly Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250818T080000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250504T065941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T001623Z
UID:13578-1755504000-1755522000@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:S.I. Tsog
DESCRIPTION:S.I. Tsog
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/s-i-tsog/2025-08-18/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250822T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250823T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250504T062225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T031725Z
UID:13555-1755855000-1755968400@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:"Path of the Precious Mind" - 2 Day Teaching with Geshela
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a 2-day teaching with Geshe Tharchin – “Path of the Precious Mind” \nFriday\, 22nd of August at 9.30am & Saturday\, 23rd of August until 5.00pm \nCost: $80.00 per day\, or $160.00 for the whole course (includes lunch & refreshments) \nJoin us to reflect on The Four Thoughts That Turn the Mind to Dharma — contemplating precious human life\, impermanence\, suffering\, and karma. Deepen your motivation for practice through teachings\, and quiet time for inner reflection. \n💚 All welcome — beginners and experienced practitioners alike. \nTo register please email meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/teaching-weekend-august2025/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250906T103000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250906T123000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250809T054337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T013820Z
UID:13816-1757154600-1757161800@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:Teaching in the Golden Bay - Developing Inner Values
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Developing Inner Values \nGeshela will give a public teaching on The Five Powers for Life. \nPractical tools from the Mahayana tradition to live each day with purpose and compassion. \nAt the Sandcastle: 32 Haile Lane\, Pōhara 7183 in Golden Bay at 10.30am start. \nFollowed by discussion & pot luck lunch – bring a plate to share! \nContact Jonelle for more details via email – meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/teaching-in-the-golden-bay/
LOCATION:Sand Castle Golden Bay\, Sand Castle Golden Bay\, 32 Haile Lane\, Pohara\, 7183\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Public Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250908T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250908T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250819T224145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T224145Z
UID:13860-1757325600-1757331000@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:🌿 Medicine Buddha Puja
DESCRIPTION:🌿 Medicine Buddha PujaMonday\, 8th September at 10:00amDedicated to healing and removing obstacles – for yourself and others.
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/%f0%9f%8c%bf-medicine-buddha-puja-2/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250912T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250817T234542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T234542Z
UID:13827-1757669400-1757696400@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:Working Bee Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Working Bee Weekend🗓 Friday 12 & Saturday 13 September⏰ From 9.30am each day \nJoin us for a community working bee as we prepare the Centre for Jhado Rinpoche’s upcoming visit. Come for one or both days—every helping hand makes a big difference! \n✨ Lunch and refreshments will be shared in exchange for your hard work.📧 Please let us know you’re coming by email – meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/working-bee-weekend/2025-09-12/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Working Bee
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250919T093000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250504T062526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250823T012422Z
UID:13557-1758274200-1758387600@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:Turning Life’s Challenges into Wisdom: 2-day retreat with Geshela
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our 2-day retreat with Geshela – Turning Life’s Challenges into Wisdom \nTopic: 7 Point Thought Transformation \nDiscover the power of 7 Point Mind Training—an ancient practice for reducing stress\, transforming challenges\, and creating more harmony with yourself and others. Open to all levels\, this weekend retreat offers practical tools to bring peace and resilience into daily life. \nFriday\, September 19th – Saturday\, September 20th (from 9.30am – 5.00pm\, per day) \nCost: $80.00 per day\, or $160.00 for the whole course (includes lunch & refreshments) \nTo register please email meditate@chadrakirti.co.nz
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/teaching-weekend-september2025/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Retreats
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250925T183000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20250925T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250817T235537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T225644Z
UID:13830-1758825000-1758832200@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:✨ Welcoming Ceremony for H.E. Jhado Rinpoche ✨
DESCRIPTION:✨ Welcoming Ceremony for H.E. Jhado Rinpoche ✨📅 Thursday\, 25th September🕡 6:30pm📍 Nalanda Hall\, Chandrakirti Meditation Centre \nJoin us as we warmly welcome Rinpoche to Chandrakirti.This is a public event – all are most welcome to attend. \n📧 Please email us – meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz – to register so we can prepare accordingly.
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/welcome-ceremony-for-jhado-rinpoche/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251001T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251001T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250915T225158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T225158Z
UID:13892-1759312800-1759320000@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:✨ Blessing of Wishfulfilling Land with H.E. Jhado Rinpoche ✨
DESCRIPTION:✨ Blessing of Wishfulfilling Land with H.E. Jhado Rinpoche ✨📅 Wednesday\, 1st October🕙 10:00am📍 Wishfulfilling Land – 15 mins from Chandrakirti Centre \nThis is a special public event – all are warmly welcome.It is highly recommended to join this precious occasion with Rinpoche. \nEmail us for more info/to register: meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/%e2%9c%a8-blessing-of-wishfulfilling-land-with-h-e-jhado-rinpoche-%e2%9c%a8/
LOCATION:Wishfulfilling Land\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Public Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251002T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250915T225500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T225500Z
UID:13894-1759399200-1759406400@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:✨ Consecration of the Prayer Wheel with H.E. Jhado Rinpoche ✨
DESCRIPTION:✨ Consecration of the Prayer Wheel with H.E. Jhado Rinpoche ✨📅 Thursday\, 2nd October🕙 10:00am (followed by complimentary lunch)📍 Chandrakirti Meditation Centre \nAll are warmly welcome to join this very special blessing.🙏 Followed by a complimentary lunch. \n📧 Please email us – meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz – to register so we can let our kitchen team know.
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/%e2%9c%a8-consecration-of-the-prayer-wheel-with-h-e-jhado-rinpoche-%e2%9c%a8/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251003
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251016
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250221T075102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T024713Z
UID:13335-1759449600-1760572799@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:H.E. Jhado Rinpoche visiting Chandrakirti Centre
DESCRIPTION:KYABJE KHENSUR JHADO RINPOCHE’S VISIT to Nelson \nTeachings and Initiations at Chandrakirti Meditation Centre from October 3rd to October 15th 2025. \nChandrakirti Meditation Centre is extremely honoured to host the visit of His Eminence Jhado Rinpoche in October 2025. Rinpoche\, who is considered by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Lama Zopa Rinpoche to be among the most valuable Dharma teachers\, will confer the Initiations of most Secret Hayagriva\, Chittamani Tara (Highest Yoga Tantra) with a week-long commentary and transmission\, and the Long life Initiation of Lama Tsong Khapa.  \n​As a preliminary for these initiations\, Rinpoche will  give a public teaching on the profound Lam Rim text of Lama Tsongkhapa\, The Foundation of All Good Qualities on Friday October 3rd is offered over 2 sessions (see timetable below) in Chandrakirti Centre’s Nalanda Hall. \nRetreat Schedule & Meals – H.E Jhado Rinpoche \nPlease book your meals in advance – please email meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz – This is very helpful for our Kitchen Team for catering purposes.\nMeals are $15.00 each. \nThursday\, 2nd October:  \n\n10.00am: Consecrate the newly constructed Large Prayer Wheel at Chandrakirti Centre.\n** Complimentary Lunch available **Friday\, 3rd October: Public Teaching\, ‘Foundation of All Good Qualities’\nSession 1: 3pm to 5pm\nSession 2: 6pm to 8pm\nMeals available: Dinner \nSaturday\, 4th October: Most Secret Hayagriva Initiation\nInitiation: 1.30pm to 5.30pm\nMeals available: Dinner \nSunday\, 5th October: Transmission of Most Secret Hayagriva\nSession 1: 10am to 12noon\nSession 2: 2pm to 4pm\nMeals available: LunchMonday\, 6th October:  Rest Day \nTuesday\, 7th October: Chittamani Tara Initiation\nInitiation: 1.30 to 5.30 pm\nMeals available: Dinner \n(Note must have received at least one highest yoga tantra great initiation before receiving this initiation. However if you take the Hayagriva initiation offered here this allows you to take part in the Chittamani Tara.) There will also be a commitment of reciting the sadhana daily. \nWednesday\, 8th October – Tuesday\, 14th October: Transmission and Commentary to Chittamani Tara\nSession 1: 9am to 12noon\nSession 2: 2pm to 5 pm\nRegular daily schedule as above for 7 days.\nMeals available: Lunch & Dinner (per day) \nWednesday\, 15th October: Longlife Initiation of Je Rinpoche\nInitiation: 8am to 9.30am\nLong-life puja: 9.30 am (right after the initiation)\nMeals available: Lunch\n\n  \nInitiation Commitments \nPlease note the following commitments\, which Rinpoche has advised us to share: \nHayagriva Initiation\n• This is a Highest Yoga Tantra initiation.\n• Commitment: Recitation of the Six-Session Guru Yoga daily. \nChittamani Tara Initiation\n• This is also a Highest Yoga Tantra initiation.\n• To receive this initiation\, you must have previously received a Highest Yoga Tantra initiation.\n• Commitments: Daily recitation of the Six-Session Guru Yoga and Chittamani Tara Guru Yoga. \nNOTE: Taking the two-day Hayagriva Initiation during this event will fulfil this prerequisite. \nAll necessary practice materials\, including copies of the sadhanas and the Bodhisattva and Tantric vows\, will be provided by Chandrakirti Meditation Centre at the time of the initiation. \nPlease consider these commitments carefully before registering. \n \nAbout the Teacher: \nJhado Rinpoche is one of the most renowned lamas of the Geluk lineage. In addition to his excellent training in the monastic system\, over the years Rinpoche has received many oral transmissions and initiations from His Holiness the Dalai Lama and his two principal guardians\, as well as from many great masters of other traditions\, including the Nyingma Master Trulshik Rinpoche and the revered Sakya Master\, Chogye Trichen Rinpoche. Recognized for his keen intelligence\, kindness and dynamic teaching style\, Rinpoche is also highly regarded for his ability to engage Western students. \nThe suggested donation for each day is $80 and public talk $20.\nPLEASE NOTE: meals and transport are not included in the retreat fee and must be booked separately. Please email meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz to arrange and book. \nBookings are essential- meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz \nPlease donate here \nHaving this precious opportunity to host Kyabje Jhado Rinpoche’s visit is a great blessing and we want to make it possible for everyone who wishes to attend. \nChandrakirti Centre would like to offer this event free of charge to all ordained sangha. To make this possible we kindly seek sponsorships and donations to cover travel\, accommodation\, offerings\, and events costs. The merit of bringing such a great master to New Zealand is immense. \nIf you wish to be a sponsor please email meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz \nPlease arrange your own accommodation\, as we will not have enough space to accommodate everyone. \nWe request all Sangha to register. \nApply to attend this event \nZoom and YouTube links for online participants for the first day will be shared with participants who register.  \nIf you have any questions please email meditate@chandrakirti.co.nz
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/jhadorinpoche/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251019T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251019T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20240708T084807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T084807Z
UID:13629-1760868000-1760873400@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:Sunday Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:Focusing on Seven point mind training Geshela teaching us how to live a happy successful life. \nIf our mind is pure and peaceful we will be happy\, regardless of our external conditions. When it is unsettled\, we will never find happiness\, no matter how much we try to change our external conditions. \nThe method to make our mind pure and peaceful is to train in meditation. The Sunday meditation class covers methods to achieve this. \nFamily friendly. Followed by a vegetarian lunch! \nEveryone warmly welcome. Just drop in! \nBy donation. \nWe are on Youtube Live  \nDonate online via givealittle
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/sunday-meditation-class-2025-10-08/2025-10-19/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Weekly Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20250831T225820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T221058Z
UID:13874-1761242400-1761249600@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:Public Talk - Modern Science meets Buddhist Mindfulness
DESCRIPTION:  \nPublic Talk – Modern Science meets Buddhist Mindfulness \nPublic Talk is held at Chandrakirti Centre – 289 Sunrise Valley Rd\, Upper Moutere. \nPublic Event – Thursday 23rd October\, at 6pm \nAn evening with special guest Geshe Thupten Chodak from Sera Je Monastery. \nHow does modern Science explore the nature of reality? \nWhat insights does Buddhism offer on mind and consciousness? \nCan ancient wisdom and cutting edge research illuminate each other? \nA special evening of dialogue with Lharampa Geshe Thubten Chodak from Sera Je Monastic Institute\, South India. \nWe will be exploring the science of the mind through dialogue with a highly trained Geshe Chodak\, who has specialised in setting up the science and mind courses for monastic monks at Sera Je Monastery. Geshe Chodak is the coordinator for the Sera JE  IGNOU Special Study Centre in Bangalore. \nJoin us for a thought provoking evening where we explore this fascinating interface of modern science and Buddhist philosophy. \n$15 Koha suggested. \nOpen to all  – bring your curiosity \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/public-talk-modern-science-meets-buddhist-mindfulness/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Public Talks
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251025T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20251019T192509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251019T192509Z
UID:13926-1761386400-1761411600@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:Mid-Year Cultural Gathering (Sherpa Society of NZ)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nMid-Year Cultural Gathering (Sherpa Society of NZ)\, Sports & Lhapso Program \n  \nSaturday\, 25 Oct \n10:00 AM – 1:00 PM | Main Lungdhar program\n1:00 – 2:00 PM | Lunch\n2:00 PM | Speech by Lama and Dr. LhakpA\nAfter Speech | Sherpa Dance Performance\n4:00 PM | Lama Chopa Tsog Preparation\n5:00 | Lama Chopa Tsog\n8pm Dinner \nPlease join us at the Centre for the Cultural Sherpa Event at Chandrakirti Meditation Centre.
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/mid-year-cultural-gathering-sherpa-society-of-nz/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Pujas
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DTSTART;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251026T100000
DTEND;TZID=Pacific/Auckland:20251026T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T024535
CREATED:20240708T084807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T084807Z
UID:13661-1761472800-1761478200@www.chandrakirti.co.nz
SUMMARY:Sunday Meditation Class
DESCRIPTION:Focusing on Seven point mind training Geshela teaching us how to live a happy successful life. \nIf our mind is pure and peaceful we will be happy\, regardless of our external conditions. When it is unsettled\, we will never find happiness\, no matter how much we try to change our external conditions. \nThe method to make our mind pure and peaceful is to train in meditation. The Sunday meditation class covers methods to achieve this. \nFamily friendly. Followed by a vegetarian lunch! \nEveryone warmly welcome. Just drop in! \nBy donation. \nWe are on Youtube Live  \nDonate online via givealittle
URL:https://www.chandrakirti.co.nz/event/sunday-meditation-class-2025-10-08/2025-10-26/
LOCATION:Chandrakirti Meditation Centre\, 289 Sunrise Valley Road\, Upper Moutere\, 7173\, New Zealand
CATEGORIES:Weekly Events
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