Second Saturday of the month, 12:00-1:00pm
Begins 3/15/25
This experiential workshop led by Lama Nancy Burks focuses on increasing our awareness of our own unhealthy patterns of relating to ourselves.

Last Saturday of the Month, 12:00-1:00pm

Join us on the last Saturday of each month at Noon as we worship and provide a feast offering to all! During our prayers, we meditate on the enlightened qualities we need in our lives and strive to take on those qualities for the benefit of all beings.

April 18-20th at Triple Crane Retreat Center

Peace can only come from within, and this weekend will provide tools for maintaining your equilibrium and skillfully handling confusing emotions when the ocean of life tosses you off balance. This is a secular retreat taught by a Buddhist monk.

Every Saturday, 10:30-11:30 am

Developing compassion is the current focus of our weekly open meditations. In combination teaching/practice sessions, Khenpo Chophel is teaching Lojong, or mind training—techniques which aim to open our hearts and nurture genuine care for all beings, including ourselves!

All Buddhist practice is made up of 3 trainings: Listening, contemplating, and meditating. Usually we listen and read a lot, so we get no shortage of teachings. But we often skip the second stage—contemplation—and therefore don't progress beyond a certain level in our meditation. In this talk on November 2 at Noon, Khenpo Chophel will explain what contemplation is and how we can use it to fully understand the teachings we have received so that our meditation can reach a deeper level.

Join on Oct 5th at noon unlock the power of mindfulness no matter where you are with this workshop.

Second Saturday of the month, 12:00-1:00pm
Ends 2/8/25

This experiential workshop led by Lama Nancy Burks focuses on understanding our own unhealthy patterns of self-criticism and learning practical techniques for lessening their negative impact. Based on The Self-Talk Workout by Rachel Turow, we’ll practice “taming our inner critic” in a supportive group situation.

On August 3 & 17, and September 7 & 21, 1:00-2:00pm, Khenpo Chophel will explain the Four Seals. These pithy concepts cover the major points of Buddhist Philosophy. There will be ample time for questions and discussion. Free, no registration required.

Fall Meditation Retreat on Oct 18th and 19th at Triple Crane Retreat Center in Chelsea MI.

Date: August 18th (Rain date August 25th) , Time: 1:00-2:30pm , Location: Nichols Arboretum. Learn how to use your senses to deepen your meditation practice. Khenpo Chophel will lead this walk and provide instructions.

1st & 3rd Saturdays, 12:00-1:00pm

Twice a month Khenpo Chophel teaches or leads a group discussion on a wide range of topics where our Buddhist tradition addresses problems we face in our daily lives.

• 1/18: The Power of Motivation
• 2/1: Open discussion

Every Saturday morning from 10:30 to 11:30 am, Khenpo Chophel leads us in meditation using classic Buddhist techniques, such as calm-abiding and compassion meditation. 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.