Exploring Buddhism:
Based on the book
"How to Transform Your Life"
with Gen Kelsang Thekchen
Tuesday evenings, 7-8:30pm
from Jan 20 - Feb 17
at KMC Ottawa, 879 Somerset Street West
Cost: $15 per class | Free for members
Register online or at the door - see online registration below.
In these meditation classes, you will learn the foundations of Buddhist philosophy and meditation practice, which can help us maintain a positive perspective on life and approach everyday challenges with greater clarity and calm. These teachings are based on the book “How to Transform Your Life” by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.
The classes offer step-by-step guidance on the Buddhist path to inner peace in a way that is accessible and practical for everyone, regardless of background or experience.
Each class will include two guided meditations and a practical talk on meditation. After each class, there is time for Q&A, and refreshments are served.
The classes are self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any time. No previous experience is required. You can book online or register in person on the day of the class.
Everyone is welcome!
Schedule
Jan 20: A Buddhist approach to peace
Jan 27: What is consciousness?
Feb 3: How our mind continues after death
Feb 10: Embracing change
Feb 17: Karma - How our intentions change our world
The Power of a Calm Mind
with Gen Kelsang Thekchen
Tuesday evenings, 7-8:30pm
from February 24 to March 31
at KMC Ottawa, 879 Somerset Street West
Cost: $15 per class | $75 for the 6-class series
Register online or at the door - see online registration below.
We all have such busy lives and often feel pulled in different directions. This doesn’t mean our mind needs to be so busy. It’s possible to accomplish many things each day while keeping a peaceful positive mind. This series will explore practical ways to keep a peaceful mind in daily life as well as how to use difficulties as opportunities for spiritual growth.
Each class will include two guided meditations and a practical talk on meditation. After each class, there is time for Q&A, and refreshments are served.
The classes are self-contained, so you are welcome to join at any time. No previous experience is required. You can book online or register in person on the day of the class.
Everyone is welcome!
Schedule
Feb 24 - Maintaining peace in and out of meditation
Mar 3 - Setting our intentions
Mar 10 - The art of contentment
Mar 17 – Dealing with daily drama
Mar 24 – Facing problems calmly
Mar 31 – Opening the Heart without losing control
These classes will be taught by our Resident Teacher Gen Kelsang Thekchen, who is a senior Teacher in the New Kadampa Tradition. He has been a Kadampa Buddhist monk and Teacher under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche for more than 30 years. He is well known for his ability to present Buddha's teachings in a simple, profound, practical and often humorous way, making them easy to put into practice in everyday life.
To listen to a great podcast teaching by Gen Thekchen, click on the arrow below.
Registration
Pre-register below or at that door.
Cost: $15 per class
You can purchase the new series "The Power of a Calm Mind" for a discounted price of $75 for the 6 classes. Click below to book for individual classes or for the series.
We are unable to accept $100 bills.
Tuesday Evening Class
As conscientious Dharma practitioners, we should observe our own shortcomings instead of being preoccupied with those of other people.