| Nov 1st, 2008 (Sat) |
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
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Nine Stages of Shamatha w/ Anandi Gefroh
Oct. 31 - Nov. 2, 2008 - Fri. 7 PM; Sat. & Sun. 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
$95 ($81 Members)
This weekend intensive focuses on deepening our understanding and realization of shamatha (peaceful abiding). The nine stages are a map of the meditative process: the first four stages have to do with developing stability; stages five and six have to do with developing clarity; the last three stages have to do with building strength. This class explores how the stability, clarity and strength of the mind can be brought to to the fore and utilized in our everyday life through these progressive stages, as well as identifying and working with obstacles to practice. The weekend, open to anyone with an established meditation practice, will include talks, meditation and discussion groups.
This course along with “Fearless Buddha, Peaceful Warrior” and “Taming the Mind” are the foundation courses of the 2008-2009 Shambhala School of Buddhist Studies (SSBS). These three courses are the pre-requisite for all other upcoming SSBS courses. Questions, contact Lesa Ricci, Practice and Study Director at portlandshambhala.org
Anandi Gefroh, a second generation Shambhala Buddhist, has been practicing meditation.since 1980. In addition to teaching Buddhist Studies, she directs Shambhala Training levels and has served in various administrative positions at the Shambhala Center.. When she isn't busy volunteering at Shambhala, she works as a full-time nanny, part time singer & song writer, and enjoys gardening. |
| Nov 2nd, 2008 (Sun) |
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM |
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Nine Stages of Shamatha w/ Anandi Gefroh
Oct. 31 - Nov. 2, 2008 - Fri. 7 PM; Sat. & Sun. 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
$95 ($81 Members)
This weekend intensive focuses on deepening our understanding and realization of shamatha (peaceful abiding). The nine stages are a map of the meditative process: the first four stages have to do with developing stability; stages five and six have to do with developing clarity; the last three stages have to do with building strength. This class explores how the stability, clarity and strength of the mind can be brought to to the fore and utilized in our everyday life through these progressive stages, as well as identifying and working with obstacles to practice. The weekend, open to anyone with an established meditation practice, will include talks, meditation and discussion groups.
This course along with “Fearless Buddha, Peaceful Warrior” and “Taming the Mind” are the foundation courses of the 2008-2009 Shambhala School of Buddhist Studies (SSBS). These three courses are the pre-requisite for all other upcoming SSBS courses. Questions, contact Lesa Ricci, Practice and Study Director at portlandshambhala.org
Anandi Gefroh, a second generation Shambhala Buddhist, has been practicing meditation.since 1980. In addition to teaching Buddhist Studies, she directs Shambhala Training levels and has served in various administrative positions at the Shambhala Center.. When she isn't busy volunteering at Shambhala, she works as a full-time nanny, part time singer & song writer, and enjoys gardening. |
| Nov 4th, 2008 (Tue) |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
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Special Extended Election Night Open Meditation
All are welcome for open meditation practice on Tuesdays from 7 to 8 PM. Meditation Instruction is available. On the second and fourth Tuesday of the month a 20 minute Dharma talk will be given at 8pm by one of our members followed by a short discussion. Check the Calendar for variations on this schedule. |
| Nov 5th, 2008 (Wed) |
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM |
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Sukaviti for Evan Trimble's Grandmother
forthcoming |
| Nov 6th, 2008 (Thu) |
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Nov 8th, 2008 (Sat) |
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
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Learn to Meditate: Turning the Mind Into an Ally
$40/$25(Students) Lunch Included
Ideal for anyone wanting an introduction to meditation, as well as those wanting to refresh their practice. Based on the national bestseller, Turning the Mind into an Ally by Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, this workshop presents how "peaceful abiding" meditation enables us to cultivate our mind's inherent stability, strength and clarity. It includes practical instructions for developing a strong meditation practice: good sitting posture, how to relate with breath as the object of meditation, what to do when thoughts come up, and starting a regular meditation practice at home. |
| Nov 8th, 2008 (Sat) |
5:30 PM - 8:30 PM |
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Padmasambhava Feast
Restricted to Tantrikas who have received the lung |
| Nov 9th, 2008 (Sun) |
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
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Nyinthun
Our Sunday morning practice, open to all, consists of periods of silent sitting meditation interspersed with brief periods of walking meditation. We begin the morning with opening chants. You can come for the entire morning or for just part. First-time meditators are encouraged to arrive at 9 am and meet with a meditation instructor for orientation and initial instruction. |
| Nov 9th, 2008 (Sun) |
11:00 AM |
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Special Maitri Bhavana for Irene Lundquist
Maitri Bhavana is a meditation on loving kindness that is practiced for those who are seriously ill, either physically or mentally. It cultivates our compassion through taking on the sense of suffering of others, provides an opportunity to share our health with them, and acknowledges our deep interconnectedness. |
| Nov 9th, 2008 (Sun) |
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
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Health and Wellbeing Committee
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Karma & the 12 Nidana's
SSBS Module 2 Class
6 Monday evenings
Nov. 10-Dec. 15, 2008
Details forthcoming |
| Nov 11th, 2008 (Tue) |
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
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Open House Tuesdays
All are welcome for open meditation practice on Tuesdays from 7 to 8 PM. Meditation Instruction is available. On the second and fourth Tuesday of the month a 20 minute Dharma talk will be given at 8pm by one of our members followed by a short discussion. Check the Calendar for variations on this schedule. |
| Nov 13th, 2008 (Thu) |
7:00 PM - 8:15 PM |
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Sadhana of Mahamudra
In this powerful practice, we chant a liturgy composed by the Vidyadhara Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche. This practice connects us with the Kagyü and Nyingma lineages of enlightened Vajrayana teachers as a means of overcoming the obstacle of spiritual materialsm in our meditation practice, our lives and the world. Conducted on the full and new moon of every month. Open to all. |
| Nov 14th, 2008 (Fri) -- Nov 16th, 2008 (Sun) |
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Shambhala Training Level II: Birth of the Warrior
Shambhala Training Level II: Birth of the Warrior
Friday, Nov. 14 - Sunday, Nov. 16
Prerequisite: Level I)
Having experienced a taste of basic goodness, we want to go forward. Meditation practice allows us to observe how we create a cocoon of habits to mask our fear. We begin to appreciate that there is no fundamental obstacle to experiencing basic goodness.
Friday: 7:30 pm - 9 pm
Saturday: 8:30 am – 6 pm
Sunday: 8:30 am – 6 pm
Price: $100 ($85 members); repeat price is $40
Program price includes two continental breakfasts, (new!) Saturday lunch and concluding reception.
Director: Larry Haun. Larry has been a practitioner in the Shambhala tradition for over two decades and has been a teacher of Shambhala Training the last nine years. He has also studied and practiced within the Native American wisdom tradition. After growing up without amenities on the wind-swept prairie of Nebraska, he went on to study philosophy at UCLA and finally became an accomplished carpenter. He is the author of several books, including a Habitat for Humanity-sponsored book on how to build houses.
For further information, please contact Jack Bodner at portlandshambhala.org. |
| Nov 15th, 2008 (Sat) |
7:00 PM |
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Sakyong's Birthday Celebration
We will begin the evening with the Sadhana of Mahamudra and multiple recitations of the Supplication for the Longevity of Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. A reception, with birthday cake, poetry & toasts, will follow!
If you are inspired to make offerings of poetry or toasts, or can help with the evening, please respond here and the coordinator will contact you.
Read a message from the Sakyong Wangmo below:
10 Nov 2008
Dear Members of the Shambhala Family,
On this special occasion of the Sakyong's birthday, I would love for our community to gather together as one mandala and family. Since the lama is the source of blessing and protection for the mandala, Rinpoche's birthday is a wonderful opportunity to show our love and appreciation, and to offer him our devotion and well wishes. Let us make heartfelt prayers and aspirations for his health, well-being, and longevity, since it is the Sakyong to whom we owe the greatest gratitude.
In the last few years of being with Rinpoche, I can see for myself how dedicated and kind he is towards the Shambhala mandala. Therefore, we should be tremendously indebted to him. It always amazes me that our Sakyong was born in Bodhgaya, the place of the Buddha's enlightenment. The anniversary of his birth should indeed be a day of both practice and celebration, so please join me in celebrating it!
Yours in the vision of Shambhala,
Sakyong Wangmo, Khandro Tseyang |
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Karma & the 12 Nidana's
SSBS Module 2 Class
6 Monday evenings
Nov. 10-Dec. 15, 2008
Details forthcoming |
| Nov 18th, 2008 (Tue) |
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
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Open House Tuesdays
All are welcome for open meditation practice on Tuesdays from 7 to 8 PM. Meditation Instruction is available. On the second and fourth Tuesday of the month a 20 minute Dharma talk will be given at 8pm by one of our members followed by a short discussion. Check the Calendar for variations on this schedule. |
| Nov 18th, 2008 (Tue) |
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
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UMDZE & GATEKEEPER TRAINING
Learn, Refresh, Advance
UMDZE & GATEKEEPER TRAINING
Three Tuesdays, 8-9 pm
With Lesa Ricci, Evan Trimble & Martin Heltai
Pre-requisite: Completion of a Weekthun or Shambhala Training Level III
In addition to timekeeping and leading chants, taking the Umdze seat is a rich "on-the-spot" practice that heightens one's own meditation practice while holding the space of practice for others. As such, it is a powerful practice of arousing ones' dignity, courage and compassion! Gatekeeping is not merely meditating facing a different direction - It is awareness practice in action! The Gatekeeper calls the sangha to practice, protects the practice environment from distractions, and ideally provides drumming for the chants.
The upcoming training is intended for both new candidates and current volunteers. It is divided into three separate sections to provide an an opportunity to learn, refresh or advance your Umdze or Gatekeeping abilities depending on which parts you need. Attending the training does not obligate you volunteer!
Tuesday, November 18th, 8:00 - 9:00pm: Includes the View, Decorum, Ritual Detail, and Responsibilities of Umdze Practice
Tuesday, December 2nd, 8:00 - 9:00pm: Includes Chant Leading Instruction & Practice
Tuesday, December 16th, 8:00 - 9:00pm: Includes the View, Decorum, and Responsibilities of Gatekeeper Practice; Drumming Instruction and Practice
Our Shambhala Center is a practice community where volunteers are the engine that keeps the Center vibrant. Our ever increasing offerings continue to place a strain on the existing corps of Umdze & Gatekeeper volunteers. Each month it is usually the same five to ten individuals who step forward to serve in these capacities on Tuesday Evening and Sunday Mornings. So please consider taking a leap, we really need you!
Please sign up ahead of time by emailing Martin Heltai, Practice & Study Rota Coordinator at martin.heltai@sacredordinary.com |
| Nov 21st, 2008 (Fri) -- Nov 23rd, 2008 (Sun) |
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Vajrayana Practice Intensive
Restricted to Tantrikas & Sadhakas
dates subject to change |
| Nov 22nd, 2008 (Sat) |
2:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
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vajrayogini Feast
Restricted to Sadhikas who have recieved Vajrayogini Abhisheka from an authorized lineage holder. |
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MI/Guide Day
Details Forthcoming |
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Karma & the 12 Nidana's
SSBS Module 2 Class
6 Monday evenings
Nov. 10-Dec. 15, 2008
Details forthcoming |
| Nov 25th, 2008 (Tue) |
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |
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Open House Tuesdays
All are welcome for open meditation practice on Tuesdays from 7 to 8 PM. Meditation Instruction is available. On the second and fourth Tuesday of the month a 20 minute Dharma talk will be given at 8pm by one of our members followed by a short discussion. Check the Calendar for variations on this schedule. |
| Nov 30th, 2008 (Sun) |
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
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Nyinthun and Maitri Bhavana
Our Sunday morning practice, open to all, consists of periods of silent sitting meditation interspersed with brief periods of walking meditation. We begin the morning with opening chants. You can come for the entire morning or for just part. First-time meditators are encouraged to arrive at 9 am and meet with a meditation instructor for orientation and initial instruction.
On the last Nyinthun Sunday of each month we will include the optional practice of Maitri Bhavana. Maitri Bhavana is a meditation on loving kindness that is practiced for those who are seriously ill, either physically or mentally. It cultivates our compassion through taking on the sense of suffering of others, provides an opportunity to share our health with them, and acknowledges our deep interconnectedness. A list is posted at the Center for any of us to add the names and illnesses of relatives and friends who are seriously ill, so they can be explicitly included in the practice. You should include someone because you feel a personal concern for their suffering, such as a relative dying of cancer or suffering from clinical depression. It would not be appropriate, for example, to include someone who has the flu or a sprained ankle. You may also add them to the list by sending an email to Lesa.Ricci@portlandshambhala.org. Be sure to include both the name of the individual as well as the illness. You can submit the same name(s) each month if you like, but we do not "carry over" |
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