CALENDAR

May
29
Mon
2023
Calming Mind Discussion Group @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
May 29 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

We are learning together to relax the mind and body thru meditation, discussion, and contemplation.
No previous experience needed. Join at any time.

We will be reading Pema Chodron’s new book, How We Live Is How We Die.  We will read a portion of the book aloud each week so no worries if you have not purchased it or have nor read the portion.


All meditation and discussion sessions are offered to the public on a dana (generosity) basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please consider becoming a member in order to support meditation and Buddhist education in Iowa City.

Jun
4
Sun
2023
Silent Meditation and Discussion – Sunday Mornings @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jun 4 @ 9:15 am – 9:45 am

Silent Meditation and Discussion

Sundays 9:15–9:50am

We will have 10 minutes of silent meditation followed by discussion of the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva.  This text gives instructions on how to follow the path of lovingkindness and compassion. We will follow the teachings in the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva slowly – learning one stanza at a time.  No previous experience necessary – we will provide the texts. This session is led by Ellen Marie Lauricella and Naomi Bloom.

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10 min silent meditation
Dharma discussion and greetings

Om Ah Hung Meditation Practice- Sunday Mornings @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jun 4 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Sunday Morning Dharma Practice – Om Ah Hung
Sundays 10:00–11:00

Opening Prayers
Om Ah Hung Guided Meditation as taught by Khenchen Rinpoche
Calm Abiding Meditation
Closing Prayers

This is a simple guided meditation that will lead you through a purification of the heart and mind. The meditation uses mantra, visualization and mindfulness.

No previous experience needed to attend this practice.


All meditation and discussion sessions are offered to the public on a dana (generosity) basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please consider becoming a member in order to support meditation and Buddhist education in Iowa City.

Jun
5
Mon
2023
Calming Mind Discussion Group @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jun 5 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

We are learning together to relax the mind and body thru meditation, discussion, and contemplation.
No previous experience needed. Join at any time.

We will be reading Pema Chodron’s new book, How We Live Is How We Die.  We will read a portion of the book aloud each week so no worries if you have not purchased it or have nor read the portion.


All meditation and discussion sessions are offered to the public on a dana (generosity) basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please consider becoming a member in order to support meditation and Buddhist education in Iowa City.

Jun
11
Sun
2023
Silent Meditation and Discussion – Sunday Mornings @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jun 11 @ 9:15 am – 9:45 am

Silent Meditation and Discussion

Sundays 9:15–9:50am

We will have 10 minutes of silent meditation followed by discussion of the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva.  This text gives instructions on how to follow the path of lovingkindness and compassion. We will follow the teachings in the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva slowly – learning one stanza at a time.  No previous experience necessary – we will provide the texts. This session is led by Ellen Marie Lauricella and Naomi Bloom.

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10 min silent meditation
Dharma discussion and greetings

Om Ah Hung Meditation Practice- Sunday Mornings @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jun 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Sunday Morning Dharma Practice – Om Ah Hung
Sundays 10:00–11:00

Opening Prayers
Om Ah Hung Guided Meditation as taught by Khenchen Rinpoche
Calm Abiding Meditation
Closing Prayers

This is a simple guided meditation that will lead you through a purification of the heart and mind. The meditation uses mantra, visualization and mindfulness.

No previous experience needed to attend this practice.


All meditation and discussion sessions are offered to the public on a dana (generosity) basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please consider becoming a member in order to support meditation and Buddhist education in Iowa City.

Jun
12
Mon
2023
Calming Mind Discussion Group @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jun 12 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

We are learning together to relax the mind and body thru meditation, discussion, and contemplation.
No previous experience needed. Join at any time.

We will be reading Pema Chodron’s new book, How We Live Is How We Die.  We will read a portion of the book aloud each week so no worries if you have not purchased it or have nor read the portion.


All meditation and discussion sessions are offered to the public on a dana (generosity) basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please consider becoming a member in order to support meditation and Buddhist education in Iowa City.

Jun
18
Sun
2023
Silent Meditation and Discussion – Sunday Mornings @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jun 18 @ 9:15 am – 9:45 am

Silent Meditation and Discussion

Sundays 9:15–9:50am

We will have 10 minutes of silent meditation followed by discussion of the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva.  This text gives instructions on how to follow the path of lovingkindness and compassion. We will follow the teachings in the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva slowly – learning one stanza at a time.  No previous experience necessary – we will provide the texts. This session is led by Ellen Marie Lauricella and Naomi Bloom.

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10 min silent meditation
Dharma discussion and greetings

Om Ah Hung Meditation Practice- Sunday Mornings @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jun 18 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Sunday Morning Dharma Practice – Om Ah Hung
Sundays 10:00–11:00

Opening Prayers
Om Ah Hung Guided Meditation as taught by Khenchen Rinpoche
Calm Abiding Meditation
Closing Prayers

This is a simple guided meditation that will lead you through a purification of the heart and mind. The meditation uses mantra, visualization and mindfulness.

No previous experience needed to attend this practice.


All meditation and discussion sessions are offered to the public on a dana (generosity) basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please consider becoming a member in order to support meditation and Buddhist education in Iowa City.

Jun
19
Mon
2023
Calming Mind Discussion Group @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jun 19 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

We are learning together to relax the mind and body thru meditation, discussion, and contemplation.
No previous experience needed. Join at any time.

We will be reading Pema Chodron’s new book, How We Live Is How We Die.  We will read a portion of the book aloud each week so no worries if you have not purchased it or have nor read the portion.


All meditation and discussion sessions are offered to the public on a dana (generosity) basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please consider becoming a member in order to support meditation and Buddhist education in Iowa City.

Jun
25
Sun
2023
Silent Meditation and Discussion – Sunday Mornings @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jun 25 @ 9:15 am – 9:45 am

Silent Meditation and Discussion

Sundays 9:15–9:50am

We will have 10 minutes of silent meditation followed by discussion of the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva.  This text gives instructions on how to follow the path of lovingkindness and compassion. We will follow the teachings in the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva slowly – learning one stanza at a time.  No previous experience necessary – we will provide the texts. This session is led by Ellen Marie Lauricella and Naomi Bloom.

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10 min silent meditation
Dharma discussion and greetings

Om Ah Hung Meditation Practice- Sunday Mornings @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jun 25 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Sunday Morning Dharma Practice – Om Ah Hung
Sundays 10:00–11:00

Opening Prayers
Om Ah Hung Guided Meditation as taught by Khenchen Rinpoche
Calm Abiding Meditation
Closing Prayers

This is a simple guided meditation that will lead you through a purification of the heart and mind. The meditation uses mantra, visualization and mindfulness.

No previous experience needed to attend this practice.


All meditation and discussion sessions are offered to the public on a dana (generosity) basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please consider becoming a member in order to support meditation and Buddhist education in Iowa City.

Jun
26
Mon
2023
Calming Mind Discussion Group @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jun 26 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

We are learning together to relax the mind and body thru meditation, discussion, and contemplation.
No previous experience needed. Join at any time.

We will be reading Pema Chodron’s new book, How We Live Is How We Die.  We will read a portion of the book aloud each week so no worries if you have not purchased it or have nor read the portion.


All meditation and discussion sessions are offered to the public on a dana (generosity) basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please consider becoming a member in order to support meditation and Buddhist education in Iowa City.

Jul
2
Sun
2023
Silent Meditation and Discussion – Sunday Mornings @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jul 2 @ 9:15 am – 9:45 am

Silent Meditation and Discussion

Sundays 9:15–9:50am

We will have 10 minutes of silent meditation followed by discussion of the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva.  This text gives instructions on how to follow the path of lovingkindness and compassion. We will follow the teachings in the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva slowly – learning one stanza at a time.  No previous experience necessary – we will provide the texts. This session is led by Ellen Marie Lauricella and Naomi Bloom.

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10 min silent meditation
Dharma discussion and greetings

Om Ah Hung Meditation Practice- Sunday Mornings @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jul 2 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Sunday Morning Dharma Practice – Om Ah Hung
Sundays 10:00–11:00

Opening Prayers
Om Ah Hung Guided Meditation as taught by Khenchen Rinpoche
Calm Abiding Meditation
Closing Prayers

This is a simple guided meditation that will lead you through a purification of the heart and mind. The meditation uses mantra, visualization and mindfulness.

No previous experience needed to attend this practice.


All meditation and discussion sessions are offered to the public on a dana (generosity) basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please consider becoming a member in order to support meditation and Buddhist education in Iowa City.

Jul
3
Mon
2023
Calming Mind Discussion Group @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jul 3 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

We are learning together to relax the mind and body thru meditation, discussion, and contemplation.
No previous experience needed. Join at any time.

We will be reading Pema Chodron’s new book, How We Live Is How We Die.  We will read a portion of the book aloud each week so no worries if you have not purchased it or have nor read the portion.


All meditation and discussion sessions are offered to the public on a dana (generosity) basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please consider becoming a member in order to support meditation and Buddhist education in Iowa City.

Jul
9
Sun
2023
Silent Meditation and Discussion – Sunday Mornings @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jul 9 @ 9:15 am – 9:45 am

Silent Meditation and Discussion

Sundays 9:15–9:50am

We will have 10 minutes of silent meditation followed by discussion of the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva.  This text gives instructions on how to follow the path of lovingkindness and compassion. We will follow the teachings in the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva slowly – learning one stanza at a time.  No previous experience necessary – we will provide the texts. This session is led by Ellen Marie Lauricella and Naomi Bloom.

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10 min silent meditation
Dharma discussion and greetings

Om Ah Hung Meditation Practice- Sunday Mornings @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jul 9 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Sunday Morning Dharma Practice – Om Ah Hung
Sundays 10:00–11:00

Opening Prayers
Om Ah Hung Guided Meditation as taught by Khenchen Rinpoche
Calm Abiding Meditation
Closing Prayers

This is a simple guided meditation that will lead you through a purification of the heart and mind. The meditation uses mantra, visualization and mindfulness.

No previous experience needed to attend this practice.


All meditation and discussion sessions are offered to the public on a dana (generosity) basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please consider becoming a member in order to support meditation and Buddhist education in Iowa City.

Jul
10
Mon
2023
Calming Mind Discussion Group @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jul 10 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

We are learning together to relax the mind and body thru meditation, discussion, and contemplation.
No previous experience needed. Join at any time.

We will be reading Pema Chodron’s new book, How We Live Is How We Die.  We will read a portion of the book aloud each week so no worries if you have not purchased it or have nor read the portion.


All meditation and discussion sessions are offered to the public on a dana (generosity) basis. Donations are greatly appreciated. Please consider becoming a member in order to support meditation and Buddhist education in Iowa City.

Jul
16
Sun
2023
Silent Meditation and Discussion – Sunday Mornings @ Garchen Mila Buddhist Center
Jul 16 @ 9:15 am – 9:45 am

Silent Meditation and Discussion

Sundays 9:15–9:50am

We will have 10 minutes of silent meditation followed by discussion of the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva.  This text gives instructions on how to follow the path of lovingkindness and compassion. We will follow the teachings in the 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva slowly – learning one stanza at a time.  No previous experience necessary – we will provide the texts. This session is led by Ellen Marie Lauricella and Naomi Bloom.

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10 min silent meditation
Dharma discussion and greetings