Cost:
Entire Weekend March 12-14 $45.00
Friday only $10.00
Saturday only $20.00
Sunday only $10.00
This weekend is being offered to help raise money for the Kadampa centers in Florida. The last year has been challenging for all of us. We hope you will be inspired by this weekend’s teachings. Please register below at your local center. If you are experiencing financial hardship for any reason and would like to attend this event please contact Mary Turschmann
*Please note: This retreat is being offered online only. This event is open to people in Florida or people who would have attended in person if possible. Video recordings will be accessible for 1 week after the event. Audio recordings will be available for purchase at the end of the week. After you submit payment, you will receive an email link to the video landing page, where you can watch on your computer, tablet, or phone. This link is for your personal use only*
KBC Samudrabadra – Fort Myers
KBC Maitreya – Jacksonville
KBC Vajrapani – Orlando
KMC Florida – Sarasota
KMC Fort Lauderdale
KMC Miami
KMC Tampa Bay
THE TEACHERS
The retreat will be guided by the Resident Teachers of the Kadampa Center’s throughout Florida. This is a rare and precious opportunity to receive advice, guidance, and inspiration from these experienced teachers of Kadampa Buddhism. Each teacher carries a wealth of personal experience and, throughout the retreat, will offer clear guidance and instruction in a way that is down to earth, practical, and inspiring.
Gen Dorje is the Resident Teacher at KMC Florida. He has been studying and practicing Buddhism for over 20 years under the guidance of his teacher Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Gen Dorje is an inspiring example of how to integrate Buddha’s teachings into a joyful life.
Gen Jindak is the Resident Teacher at Vajrapani Center. She is a western Buddhist nun and has years of experience practicing and teaching Kadampa Buddhism. Gen Jindak has a clear teaching style and is an excellent teacher for both beginners and experienced meditators.
Gen Namdrol is a modern Buddhist nun and the Resident Teacher of Samudrabadra Kadampa Buddhist Center in Fort Myers. Gen Namdrol’s heartfelt and practical teachings are presented with warmth, clarity and humor making them accessible to everyone.
Gen Norbu was ordained in 2006 by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, and was requested by him to be the Resident Teacher of KMC Ft Lauderdale. He is known for his loving and gentle nature and holds a very clear and sharp understanding of Buddha’s teaching.
Gen Tashi is a Buddhist monk and the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center Miami. His gentle approach to meditation emphasizes the importance of keeping a happy and positive mind. He is appreciated for his clear and practical presentation of Buddhist teachings.
Kadam Carol has been teaching Kadampa Buddhism in Long Island NY and Florida since 2001. Married, with three grown children, Carol serves as an example of how to practice Buddha’s teachings within the context of family life.
Kadam Michelle is the Resident Teacher of KMC Tampa Bay and has been a disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso for more than 25 years. She presents Buddha’s teachings with beautiful clarity, warmth and sincerity, skillfully guiding people from all walks of life to find inner peace and lasting happiness.