Karuna Buddhist Center

New To Buddhism
2024-01-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Karuna Buddhist Center, 423 S. 4th Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI
Khenpo Chophel’s current teaching provides a new slant on the Four Noble Truths. While this introductory series is accessible to newcomers, more advanced students will definitely learn something new. And no question is too basic to ask during the discussion period.

Weekly Meditation
2023-12-23 10:30 - 11:30, 2023-10-28 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Karuna Buddhist Center, 423 S. 4th Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI
Every Saturday, 10:30-11:30 am, Khenpo Chophel leads us in meditation. Currently we are practicing the 9 stages of sitting meditation under his guidance. Sit on a cushion or in a chair, and stay afterward for tea and informal discussion if you wish, followed by our other Saturday programs at 12 noon. Newcomers are welcome, and no prior experience is required. Free; donation appreciated.

No Judgment Zone With Lama Nancy and Khenpo Chophel
2023-11-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Karuna Buddhist Center, 423 S. 4th Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI
No Judgment Zone is a support group with a difference: not a therapy group, a 12-step program, or a religious meeting, it is an opportunity to talk and listen while striving for full acceptance of ourselves and each other. We take turns sharing whatever we wish while helping each other tune into our habitual tendencies to judge–whether with approval or criticism–virtually everything from people’s appearance to their innermost thoughts.
Our attachment to our own opinions can create great suffering for ourselves and others. Bringing “unconditional positive regard” (a term coined by the humanistic psychologist Carl Rogers) to our relationships fosters mutual respect, compassion for our human imperfections, and freedom from the feelings of judging and being judged. It doesn’t mean that everything we do is fine; instead, it involves basic respect for each other based on acceptance of who we truly are–the good, the bad, and the ugly.
We often start with whole-group sharing and discussion, then break into smaller groups to improve awareness of our critical reactions in both the speaker and listener roles.
No Judgment Zone is open to everyone age 18 and over, regardless of religious background or preference, or lack thereof. By attending the group, we agree to hold everything shared as confidential.

Mindfulness Unleashed: Transforming Difficult Emotions through Mind Training
2024-02-27 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-02-13 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom Only – Start on any session
Lojong, or “Mind Training,” is a Buddhist system of powerful, sometimes paradoxical, methods through which we can transform anger, attachment and confusion into compassion, generosity and wisdom—the qualities of an enlightened mind. Centuries old, it is nonetheless easy to apply to the daily situations of our modern lives, and is highly suitable as a secular path for those interested in bringing greater meaning and happiness to their lives and relationships.

The course will be taught twice a month on Zoom for seven sessions to cover the seven steps of mind training. In each session, teacher Khenpo Tshering Chophel will explain one of the steps, and provide time for questions and contemplation of the teachings. Between sessions, students will be asked to practice what they have learned. Khenpo Chophel and other teachers will be available for individual discussion in between classes if desired.

February 13: Preliminaries to Support your practice
February 27: Training in Enlightened Mind
March 12: Transforming Adversity into Enlightenment
March 26: Applying your Practice in Daily Life
April 9: Evaluating your Mind Training
April 23: How to Commit to your Path
May 14: Going Forth with Mind Training

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Over the 14 week course, you will study two classic texts on Mind Training by Chekawa Yeshe Dorje and Jamgön Kongtrul and learn specific psychological techniques for training your mind to develop greater compassion for yourself and others. You will practice applying these approaches to daily life challenges, aided by one-on-one coaching if desired. By the end of the course, you will have incorporated this practice into your everyday life as a life-long training.

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Monthly Puja and Tsok Offering
2023-11-25 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Karuna Buddhist Center, 423 S. 4th Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI
Every month we assemble for a chanting practice with tsok (feast) offering, such as Guru Rinpoche, Green Tara or Guru Yoga. Texts and instructions are provided. Please bring an offering of vegetarian finger food if you wish.

Songs of Realization
2024-01-20 12:00 - 13:00, 2023-03-18 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Detroit) | Karuna Buddhist Center, 423 S. 4th Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI
Join us as we sing and contemplate songs of the masters together. Buddhist teachings and spiritual experiences are often communicated through songs, such as those famously sung by the great Tibetan yogi, Milarepa. Following the teachings of Khenpo Tsultrim Gyamtso Rinpoche, we will sing in English, without judgment of “good” and “bad” as we try to move beyond an intellectual approach to the Dharma. As Khenpo Rinpoche sums up, “Know this life to be like a dream, See the mind’s unborn nature, Aspire to be of benefit to others.”

Open House
2024-02-10 12:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Karuna Buddhist Center, 423 S. 4th Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI
Mark your calendar! On Saturday, February 10, 2024, from noon-2pm, we are inviting everyone to join us in welcoming the Lunar New Year at the Karuna Buddhist Center. Our center, located at 423 S. 4th Ave. in downtown Ann Arbor, is a peaceful sanctuary amid the bustle of daily life.
This Lunar New Year, we have much to celebrate: Our spiritual teacher, Ven. Khenpo Tshering Chophel, moved to Ann Arbor permanently in 2023 to serve as full-time clergy for Karuna Buddhist Center. This Open House is our first opportunity to introduce him to the general public. Khenpo Chophel’s spiritual guidance and teachings have been instrumental in the development of our center and now that he is here in person, we look forward to his leadership during our next chapter.
The festivities will begin with prayers for auspiciousness and prosperity in the Dragon Year. Visitors will have the opportunity to offer prayer lamps and receiving blessings from Khenpo Chophel. This is a great opportunity to meet our members and learn about the center and our ongoing programs. Beverages and snacks will be provided. We look forward to welcoming you to our Lunar New Year Open House at Karuna Buddhist Center!
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Long Amitabha Practice
2023-12-30 10:30 - 14:30 (America/New_York) | Karuna Buddhist Center, 423 S. 4th Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI
Embrace the transition to a new chapter by joining us for a unique year-end ceremony dedicated to setting aspirations and welcoming blessings for the upcoming year. Enhance the spiritual significance of this occasion by bringing a cherished statue or other personal items to receive blessings from Khenpo Chophel.
Aspiration Setting Ceremony: Participate in a meaningful ritual to set intentions and aspirations for the coming year, fostering a positive and purposeful outlook.
Blessing Session with Khenpo: Bring a statue or personal items of significance to receive special blessings from Khenpo Chophel, infusing them with positive energy and spiritual significance.
Interactive Participation: Engage in the ceremony by actively participating in the creation of tormas (on separate date/location), a meaningful and symbolic ritual that contributes to the collective energy of the event.
Post-Event Lunch Gathering: Extend the joyous experience by joining us for a delightful post-event lunch gathering. Share stories, laughter, and good company as we celebrate the spirit of togetherness.
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Session 1 (Amitabha Puja and Aspiration Prayers): 10:30-11:30
Session 2 (Tsok offering and Long Life & Prosperity Puja): 12:00-2:30
Sangha Gathering at Jerusalem Garden: starts at 3:00
Let’s conclude this year with a meaningful and transformative ceremony, setting the stage for a prosperous and fulfilling New Year. We look forward to your presence and the positive energy you bring to this special gathering.
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Zoom Teachings by Khenpo Chophel
2023-12-26 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom Only – Start on any session
NGONDRO: The 4 Special Foundations.

Khenpo Chophel continues his teachings on the 4 Special Foundations. Suitable for those who have started Ngondro.

Zoom Teachings by Khenpo Chophel
2023-12-12 19:00 - 20:30 UTC | Zoom Only – Start on any session
NGONDRO: The 4 Special Foundations, Part V.

Khenpo Chophel will complete his teaching on Mandala Offering and move on to Guru Yoga, the 4th Special Foundation. Suitable for those who have started Ngondro.

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Meeting ID 432 235 3275, passcode Karuna21,
Phone: 312 626 6799, passcode [REDACTED].

New To Buddhism
2023-11-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Karuna Buddhist Center, 423 S. 4th Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI
Khenpo Chophel’s introductory talks, New to Buddhism, are different every month and are geared toward those with little or no exposure to Buddhist philosophy or practice, while those who have been around awhile will likely learn something new. No question is too basic to ask during the discussion period.
