Religion and Spirituality
September 24, 2022
From: Kadampa Meditation Center Philadelphia
Join us at Kadampa Meditation Center Philadelphia!
Be Happy Hour returns tonight at 5:30pm! Enjoy a guided meditation and delicious mocktails and snacks.
Our weekly schedule returns to normal for our Tuesday and Wednesday evening classes.
There is still open enrollment for Foundation Program class on Thursdays. And on October 1st we have a workshop on Concentration!
Scroll down for the details and check out all the benefits of a monthly membership, if you haven't already : )
WORKSHOP: Training in Concentration
Saturday, October 1
2 - 3:30pm
$20 (FP & TTP discounts apply)
with Meditation Teacher, Sarah Frew
We are living in an age of distraction, where everyone is accustomed to constant stimulation and mental busyness, and it is very rare to enjoy even a moment of inner stillness.
What would it be like to not be distracted, and to be able to focus our mind on whatever we wish, for as long as we want?
In this class, you will learn how to access profound inner stillness through engaging in a systematic training that increases your concentration. Pure concentration causes our mind to attain a tranquil state, free from distractions, able to stay focused with power and clarity. These techniques can create a strong foundation for a successful daily meditation practice and give us confidence to carry this tranquillity and focus into our daily life.
SAVE THE DATE!
Special Event: Celebrating 25 Years!
OCTOBER 21 & 22
Special Guest Teacher,
Gen Kelsang Norden
Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center Georgia
Join us for a Friday night public talk and Saturday teachings and meditation with Gen Kelsang Norden, resident teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center Georgia.
Gen Norden arrived in Philadelphia in 1997, establishing the first center for Kadampa meditation on Iseminger Street in center city. In the following 11 years she would teach throughout Pennsylvania – as far as Harrisburgh and Pittsburgh – and in New Jersey and Delaware.
Please join us for this special occasion with Gen Norden to celebrate our first 25 years.
REGISTRATION COMING SOON!!!
Foundation Program
OPEN ENROLLMENT!
Thursdays, 7 - 8:30pm
Taught in Philadelphia by Senior Meditation Teacher, Julie Francisco
Taught in Collingswood, NJ by Senior Meditation Teacher, John Baker
For students who wish to deepen their study of Buddha’s teachings and meditation, now is a great time to join Foundation Program. Free Trial Class!
Foundation Program students have the opportunity to study Buddhist texts in great detail with an experienced teacher, engage in one on one and group discussion, and ask questions.
The Foundation Program is studying the text, The New Eight Steps to Happiness, by Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Everyone is welcome.
If you are interested in Foundation Program or have any questions, please contact the Education Program Coordinator at: [email protected]
THE BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP
AT KMC PHILADELPHIA
From a FINANCIAL Perspective ...
-One monthly membership fee allows you access to multiple weekly meditation classes.
-One monthly membership fee guarantees you discounts on certain special events.
-One monthly membership fee helps you to easily keep track of your spending.
From a HEART Perspective ...
-By becoming a member you are helping Kadampa Meditation Center Philadelphia continue to offer meditation classes and study programs throughout the Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey and Delaware region.
-Your monthly fee directly supports the meditation center, helping an all-volunteer-run organization function smoothly for the benefit of all.
-Indirectly, your support creates the causes for peace in this area and around the world.
There are FOUR OPTIONS for membership at KMC Philly
GENERAL PROGRAM
Membership (GP) $45/month | Student, Senior Rate (GP) $30/month
-Unlimited General Program classes
-50% Discount on Courses & Retreats
-50% Discount on Special Events
FOUNDATION PROGRAM
Membership (FP) $80/month | Student, Senior Rate (GP) $65/month
-Everything included in the GP membership, plus
-Foundation Program Classes
TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAM
Membership (TTP) $100/month | Student, Senior Rate (GP) $85/month
-Everything included in the GP membership, plus
-Teacher Training Program Classes
-Admission for Courses and Retreats
BENEFACTOR
Benefactor Membership $200/month
-Everything included in the TTP membership, plus
-Admission for all Special Events, Courses, Retreats and Empowerments
THIS WEEK'S SCHEDULE
FRIDAY 9/23
5:30pm Be Happy Hour, meditation and mocktails
SATURDAY 9/24
10:00am Powa Prayers
SUNDAY 9/25
10:30am Sunday Morning Meditation
6pm Offering to the Spiritual Guide
MONDAY 9/26
NO CLASSES
TUESDAY 9/27
5:30pm Wishfulfilling Jewel with tsog, chanted prayers
7pm Tuesday Night Meditation
WEDNESDAY 9/28
7pm Guided Meditation
7pm Wednesday Night Meditation, Collingswood, NJ
THURSDAY 9/29
7pm Foundation Program - Philadelphia and Collingswood, NJ