Course info
Shelter from the Storm:
Buddhist Finding Refuge in Buddha, Dharma and Sangha
During this retreat we will spend time developing the beautiful mind of refuge, our actual protection from pain and problems. Through practicing refuge, we gradually build a stable peace, joy and freedom within our own heart, giving us the confidence and strength to make authentic spiritual progress that we can then share with others.
We attain permanent freedom from suffering by sincerely relying upon the Three Jewels: Buddha, Dharma and Sangha. Dharma is like medicine that prevents the sufferings of samsara, Buddha is the doctor who gives us this medicine, and the Sangha are the nurses who assist us. Understanding this, we go for refuge to Buddha, Dharma and Sangha.
This retreat will be partially guided by our Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Thekchen
This is a wonderful opportunity to develop this essential mind of refuge that leads to deep spiritual realizations.
Useful info
Teacher
This event is taught by Gen Kelsang Thekchen, senior Buddhist Monk and Resident Teacher of Bodhisattva KMC.
Schedule
Retreat begins after the Prajnaparamita Empowerment weekend on Sunday evening.
The first session each day is guided, and the rest are unguided and include chanted prayers and silent meditation.
Refuge Retreat
Sunday, 8 December
7.30-8.30pm – Introduction to the Retreat
Monday 9 December
8am – 9.30am – retreat session (guided by Gen Thekchen)
11am-12.30pm – retreat session
2-2.45pm Heart Jewel prayers
4-5.30pm – retreat session
7-8.30 – retreat session
Tuesday 10 December
8am – 9.30am – retreat session (guided by Gen Thekchen)
11am-12.30pm – retreat session
2-2.45pm Heart Jewel prayers
4-5.45pm – Offering to the Spiritual Guide
7-8.15pm – Meditation class with Steve Cansdale
Wednesday 11 December
8am – 9.30am – retreat session (guided by Gen Thekchen)
11am-12.30pm – retreat session
2-2.45pm Heart Jewel prayers
4-5.30pm – retreat session
7.30-9pm – retreat session
Thursday 12 December
8am – 9.30am – retreat session (guided by Gen Thekchen)
11am-12.30pm – retreat session
2-2.45pm Heart Jewel prayers
4-5.30pm – retreat session
7-8.30 – Meditation Class with Gen Thekchen
Friday 13 December – Saturday 14 December
8am – 9.30am – retreat session (guided by Gen Thekchen)
11am-12.30pm – retreat session
2-2.45pm Heart Jewel prayers
4-5.30pm – retreat session
7-8.30pm – retreat session
Sunday 15 December
8am – 9.30am – retreat session (guided by Gen Thekchen)
11am-12.30pm – retreat session