BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Karuna Buddhist Center - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Karuna Buddhist Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Karuna Buddhist Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Detroit BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230310T004556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T161628Z UID:335-1681848000-1681853400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Zoom Teachings by Khenpo Chophel DESCRIPTION:Live from India: Why are we still stuck in samsara after all this time? One reason is that we haven’t fully developed the motivation to transform our lives. Deep contemplation of the Four Thoughts that Turn the Mind to the Dharma will arouse our desire to free ourselves and others from suffering. Khenpo Tshering Chophel will continue his teachings on this topic. Suitable for all levels. \nZoom info: \nMeeting ID 432 235 3275\, passcode Karuna21\, \nPhone: 312 626 6799\, passcode 68957239. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/294-2-2/ LOCATION:Zoom Only – Start on any session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/DSCF2567-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230311T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230311T133000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230221T052629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T202332Z UID:285-1678536000-1678541400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Ngondro Practice DESCRIPTION:This is individual practice done in a group–i.e. we are all in the same room doing our own practice at the same time. Especially designed for those doing the Ngondro (Foundation) practices of Tibetan Buddhism\, but also open to anyone who wants to do their individual chanting\, visualization\, or mantra practice in a group environment. Bring your own text and supporting materials and stay for all or part of the session. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/ngondro-practice/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/padmasambhava-e1554404751315.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230706T205011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230709T180202Z UID:429-1691236800-1691240400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Don't "Should" on Me: Mindfulness and Unconditional Positive Regard DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness–whether in meditation or in daily life–involves awareness\, nonjudgment\, and acceptance of what is. For most of us\, however\, judgment of whatever we encounter happens automatically\, leading to a lack of compassion for ourselves as well as others. Lama Nancy will talk about unconditional positive regard and how we can cultivate it even if don’t necessarily have much experience of it. Learning to accept everybody as they really makes our life much easier while making the world a better place. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/teachings-by-lama-nancy-2/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/DSCF4830-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230722T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230722T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230706T204558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T204713Z UID:426-1690027200-1690030800@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:No Meeting Because of Art Fair DESCRIPTION: URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/study-and-practice-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230722T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230722T113000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230706T204208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230706T204517Z UID:422-1690021800-1690025400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:No Meeting Because of Art Fair DESCRIPTION:NOTICE: We will not be meeting on Saturday\, July 22\, because of Art Fair in the downtown and campus areas of Ann Arbor. See you next week! URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/weekly-meditation-3/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230310T004556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T161628Z UID:335-1681848000-1681853400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Zoom Teachings by Khenpo Chophel DESCRIPTION:Live from India: Why are we still stuck in samsara after all this time? One reason is that we haven’t fully developed the motivation to transform our lives. Deep contemplation of the Four Thoughts that Turn the Mind to the Dharma will arouse our desire to free ourselves and others from suffering. Khenpo Tshering Chophel will continue his teachings on this topic. Suitable for all levels. \nZoom info: \nMeeting ID 432 235 3275\, passcode Karuna21\, \nPhone: 312 626 6799\, passcode 68957239. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/294-2-2/ LOCATION:Zoom Only – Start on any session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/DSCF2567-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230715T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230715T133000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230706T221550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230709T190915Z UID:435-1689422400-1689427800@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Pith Instructions of Khenpo Gangshar Wangpo with Mark Nowakowski DESCRIPTION:Khenpo Gangshar Wangpo (1925 -1961) was one of the main teachers of Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche\, as well as other great modern masters such as Thrangu Rinpoche. Mark will give a brief introduction to the life and times\, and teachings of Khenpo Gangshar. Then we will use newly translated\, short texts of his mind instructions for meditation\, contemplation\, and discussion together. \n \nMark Nowakowski met the Vidyadhara Chögyam Trungpa Rinpoche in 1972 and has been his student ever since. He also studies and translates with many other Kagyü and Nyingma masters. Mark is particularly inspired by the works of Chögyam Trungpa and his teacher Khenpo Gangshar. He coordinated the recent translation and publication of Khenpo Gangshar’s Songs of Realization and Pith Instructions. Mark is a senior member of the Nalanda Translation Committee and a teacher in the Shambhala mandala. \nMark will also have a few books for sale based on the teaching. The book description can be found here. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/songs-of-realization-2-2/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Khenpo-Gangshar-1200pix.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230311T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230311T133000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230221T052629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T202332Z UID:285-1678536000-1678541400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Ngondro Practice DESCRIPTION:This is individual practice done in a group–i.e. we are all in the same room doing our own practice at the same time. Especially designed for those doing the Ngondro (Foundation) practices of Tibetan Buddhism\, but also open to anyone who wants to do their individual chanting\, visualization\, or mantra practice in a group environment. Bring your own text and supporting materials and stay for all or part of the session. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/ngondro-practice/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/padmasambhava-e1554404751315.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230701T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230616T180838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230616T180907Z UID:405-1688212800-1688216400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Working Through Regret: A Buddhist Approach DESCRIPTION:We all experience regret about things we have done\, especially when we feel ashamed of our past motives or behavior. Buddhism has a number of approaches for processing such events so we can learn from our mistakes and not stay stuck in them–accepting ourselves as imperfect while making better choices in the future.  Lama Nancy will take us through a series of steps for working through our regrets and moving forward in a productive manner. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/working-through-regret-a-buddhist-approach/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/DSCF4830-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230422T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230422T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230221T052820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T173649Z UID:291-1682164800-1682168400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Study and Practice Workshop DESCRIPTION:Bring your questions about meditation practice\, thoughts about your Dharma study\, and responses to the teachings to a group discussion lead by senior students. All of us go through doubts\, confusion\, and stuck places as we progress on our spiritual journeys\, and sharing these experiences with others helps us create community as well as understanding. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/group-discussion/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230310T004556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T161628Z UID:335-1681848000-1681853400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Zoom Teachings by Khenpo Chophel DESCRIPTION:Live from India: Why are we still stuck in samsara after all this time? One reason is that we haven’t fully developed the motivation to transform our lives. Deep contemplation of the Four Thoughts that Turn the Mind to the Dharma will arouse our desire to free ourselves and others from suffering. Khenpo Tshering Chophel will continue his teachings on this topic. Suitable for all levels. \nZoom info: \nMeeting ID 432 235 3275\, passcode Karuna21\, \nPhone: 312 626 6799\, passcode 68957239. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/294-2-2/ LOCATION:Zoom Only – Start on any session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/DSCF2567-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230318T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230318T180000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230221T052726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T153547Z UID:288-1679158800-1679162400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Songs of Realization DESCRIPTION: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.” URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/songs-of-realization/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ktgr-_199_looking_out.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230311T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230311T133000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230221T052629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T202332Z UID:285-1678536000-1678541400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Ngondro Practice DESCRIPTION:This is individual practice done in a group–i.e. we are all in the same room doing our own practice at the same time. Especially designed for those doing the Ngondro (Foundation) practices of Tibetan Buddhism\, but also open to anyone who wants to do their individual chanting\, visualization\, or mantra practice in a group environment. Bring your own text and supporting materials and stay for all or part of the session. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/ngondro-practice/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/padmasambhava-e1554404751315.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230603T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230511T035327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T035411Z UID:398-1685793600-1685797200@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Exchanging Oneself with Others: Workshop on Compassion Meditation DESCRIPTION:Visualization exercises where we practice exchanging ourselves with others come from the Lojong or Mind Training tradition and help us develop compassion as we imagine what it might be like to be in someone else’s shoes. To quote Shantideva\, \n Strive at first to meditate/Upon the sameness of yourself and others.\n In joy and sorrow all are equal./Thus be guardian of all\, as of yourself. \nIn this workshop\, Lama Nancy will lead guided meditations to help develop our sense of equality with everyone and the desire to free them from pain\, just as we long to free ourselves. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/teachings-by-lama-nancy/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/DSCF4830-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230527T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230527T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230511T035143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230511T035226Z UID:396-1685188800-1685192400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Guru Rinpoche Puja with Tsok Offering DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our first traditional Tibetan ritual chanting practice or “Sadhana” at Karuna Buddhist Center. This is the feast (tsok) offering of Guru Rinpoche as compiled by the late Bardor Tulku Rinpoche (1949-2021)\, well-loved teacher of many of us. Through the practice of tsok offering\, we swiftly accumulate merit and wisdom\, and purify our obscurations\, which is the essence of the path to buddhahood. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/study-and-practice-workshop/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/padmasambhava-e1554404751315.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230318T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230318T180000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230221T052726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T153547Z UID:288-1679158800-1679162400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Songs of Realization DESCRIPTION: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.” URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/songs-of-realization/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ktgr-_199_looking_out.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230310T004556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T161628Z UID:335-1681848000-1681853400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Zoom Teachings by Khenpo Chophel DESCRIPTION:Live from India: Why are we still stuck in samsara after all this time? One reason is that we haven’t fully developed the motivation to transform our lives. Deep contemplation of the Four Thoughts that Turn the Mind to the Dharma will arouse our desire to free ourselves and others from suffering. Khenpo Tshering Chophel will continue his teachings on this topic. Suitable for all levels. \nZoom info: \nMeeting ID 432 235 3275\, passcode Karuna21\, \nPhone: 312 626 6799\, passcode 68957239. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/294-2-2/ LOCATION:Zoom Only – Start on any session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/DSCF2567-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230311T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230311T133000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230221T052629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T202332Z UID:285-1678536000-1678541400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Ngondro Practice DESCRIPTION:This is individual practice done in a group–i.e. we are all in the same room doing our own practice at the same time. Especially designed for those doing the Ngondro (Foundation) practices of Tibetan Buddhism\, but also open to anyone who wants to do their individual chanting\, visualization\, or mantra practice in a group environment. Bring your own text and supporting materials and stay for all or part of the session. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/ngondro-practice/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/padmasambhava-e1554404751315.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230506T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230411T193456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230411T193457Z UID:387-1683374400-1683378000@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Easy Ways to Practice Throughout the Day DESCRIPTION:It can be hard to stay in touch with the awareness we experience during meditation once we get up off of the cushion. With suggestions for waking\, working\, eating\, sleeping and more\, Lama Nancy will present some quick and easy hacks for staying in touch with our Buddha nature during the stressful and the mundane moments of our lives. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/how-to-be-a-fitumi-buddha-2/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230422T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230422T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230221T052820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T173649Z UID:291-1682164800-1682168400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Study and Practice Workshop DESCRIPTION:Bring your questions about meditation practice\, thoughts about your Dharma study\, and responses to the teachings to a group discussion lead by senior students. All of us go through doubts\, confusion\, and stuck places as we progress on our spiritual journeys\, and sharing these experiences with others helps us create community as well as understanding. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/group-discussion/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230310T004556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T161628Z UID:335-1681848000-1681853400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Zoom Teachings by Khenpo Chophel DESCRIPTION:Live from India: Why are we still stuck in samsara after all this time? One reason is that we haven’t fully developed the motivation to transform our lives. Deep contemplation of the Four Thoughts that Turn the Mind to the Dharma will arouse our desire to free ourselves and others from suffering. Khenpo Tshering Chophel will continue his teachings on this topic. Suitable for all levels. \nZoom info: \nMeeting ID 432 235 3275\, passcode Karuna21\, \nPhone: 312 626 6799\, passcode 68957239. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/294-2-2/ LOCATION:Zoom Only – Start on any session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/DSCF2567-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230418T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230418T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230310T004556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231017T161628Z UID:335-1681848000-1681853400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Zoom Teachings by Khenpo Chophel DESCRIPTION:Live from India: Why are we still stuck in samsara after all this time? One reason is that we haven’t fully developed the motivation to transform our lives. Deep contemplation of the Four Thoughts that Turn the Mind to the Dharma will arouse our desire to free ourselves and others from suffering. Khenpo Tshering Chophel will continue his teachings on this topic. Suitable for all levels. \nZoom info: \nMeeting ID 432 235 3275\, passcode Karuna21\, \nPhone: 312 626 6799\, passcode 68957239. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/294-2-2/ LOCATION:Zoom Only – Start on any session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/DSCF2567-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230318T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230318T180000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230221T052726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T153547Z UID:288-1679158800-1679162400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Songs of Realization DESCRIPTION: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.” URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/songs-of-realization/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ktgr-_199_looking_out.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230311T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230311T133000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230221T052629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T202332Z UID:285-1678536000-1678541400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Ngondro Practice DESCRIPTION:This is individual practice done in a group–i.e. we are all in the same room doing our own practice at the same time. Especially designed for those doing the Ngondro (Foundation) practices of Tibetan Buddhism\, but also open to anyone who wants to do their individual chanting\, visualization\, or mantra practice in a group environment. Bring your own text and supporting materials and stay for all or part of the session. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/ngondro-practice/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/padmasambhava-e1554404751315.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230318T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230318T180000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230221T052726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231105T153547Z UID:288-1679158800-1679162400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Songs of Realization DESCRIPTION: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.” URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/songs-of-realization/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ktgr-_199_looking_out.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230318T103000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230318T113000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230314T203724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T165956Z UID:360-1679135400-1679139000@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Weekly Meditation DESCRIPTION:Every Saturday\, 10:30-11:30 am\, Khenpo Chophel leads us in meditation. Currently we are practicing the 7 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. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/weekly-meditation-2/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230317T200000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230317T213000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230310T011758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T215829Z UID:347-1679083200-1679088600@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Zoom Teachings by Khenpo Chophel DESCRIPTION:Live from India: Khenpo Tshering Chophel will give a Zoom teaching on the Extraordinary Foundation practices (Ngondro). Most suitable for those who have started Ngondro in any tradition. \nZoom information: \nMeeting ID: 432 235 3275\, passcode: Karuna21\, \nPhone: 312 626 6799\, same meeting ID\, passcode: 68957239 URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/zoom-teachings-by-khenpo-chophel/ LOCATION:Zoom Only – Start on any session ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/image1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20230317T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20230319T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230222T202817Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T064700Z UID:301-1679040000-1679227200@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Ngondro Retreat DESCRIPTION:This is mostly a personal retreat in a container of group support and one teaching from Khenpo Chophel. The center can accommodate up to 10 people and meals are not provided but we may use the onsite kitchen to prep our own meals. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/ngondro-retreat/ LOCATION:Triple Crane Retreat Center\, 7665 Werkner Rd\, Chelsea\, MI\, 48118 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/guru-rinpoche-red.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230311T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230311T133000 DTSTAMP:20260420T023722 CREATED:20230221T052629Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T202332Z UID:285-1678536000-1678541400@karunabuddhistcenter.org SUMMARY:Ngondro Practice DESCRIPTION:This is individual practice done in a group–i.e. we are all in the same room doing our own practice at the same time. Especially designed for those doing the Ngondro (Foundation) practices of Tibetan Buddhism\, but also open to anyone who wants to do their individual chanting\, visualization\, or mantra practice in a group environment. Bring your own text and supporting materials and stay for all or part of the session. URL:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/event/ngondro-practice/ LOCATION:Karuna Buddhist Center\, 423 S. 4th Avenue\, Ann Arbor\, MI ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://karunabuddhistcenter.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/padmasambhava-e1554404751315.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR