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SUMMARY:Mahamudra Retreat with Yangsi Rinpoche
DESCRIPTION:This is a strict residential retreat for a limited number of experienced students; registration is by application only. \nREGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN FOR A FEW SPOTS LEFT FOR DAY RETREATANTS   \n\n2025  Mahamudra Retreat with Yangsi Rinpoche (residential)\nSupported by Ven. Lozang Yönten and Dr. Namdrol Adams \n\nCLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW  \n\nPLEASE NOTE: The selection process for attendees will be based on a number of factors\, most relevant among them:\n     1. Your experience level and familiarity with Buddhist practice\n     2. Your experience level and familiarity with Yangsi Rinpoche and/or the Maitripa Community\n     3. The overall composition of the group \nWe are endeavoring to make this process as transparent and timely as possible for all. Please reach out if there are any concerns. All arrival/departure/logistics/meal/housing/scheduling details will be made available to retreatants once the group is finalized. Thank you for your patience. \n  \n\nRetreat Description\nMahamudra techniques have historically been transmitted through all schools of Tibetan Buddhism. In this retreat\, we will be focusing on the tradition of Mahamudra as taught by the First Panchen Lama\, as well as the instruction of the Mahasiddha Maitripa. This retreat will present a full set of teachings for Mahamudra meditation\, including the basis of meditation on single-pointed concentration\, focused meditation on the mind\, and insight meditation into the ultimate nature of the mind. The retreat will also highlight the preliminary practices which act as a foundation for Mahamudra practice. \nKarma yoga is a daily part of the retreat environment\, and all participants will be expected to participate. \n\nHousing\, Meals\, Retreat Facility\nThis is a strict retreat for a limited number of students\, suitable for intermediate or advanced students\, and registration is by application only. \nThe retreat will take place at a beautiful retreat center near the Clackamas River\, about 30 minutes by car from Portland. \nThere are simple residential spaces in double or triple-occupancy rooms with like genders for approximately 30 full-board residential retreatants\, and space for meals and practice for 15 day-only retreatants. Residential retreatants must commit to the entire retreat. A vegetarian breakfast\, lunch\, and a light dinner will be prepared and served at the retreat facility for all participants\, and vegan options will be available at every meal. \n\nOther Notes\nThis retreat will not be available for online access.\nCamping at the Retreat Facility is not permitted.\nThe Retreat Facility is not ADA accessible and there is uneven ground\, basic physical mobility is needed to attend. \n\nRetreat Costs \nCosts for the entire 10-day retreat are as follows. \nLodgers\, including 3 meals and room – $154/day = $1\,540 for 10 days\nDay only attendees\, including 3 meals = $120/day = $1\,200 for 10 days\nMonastics = Up to 6 monastic scholarships available to cover full room and board \nThese costs reflect only the retreat facility fee (which is also at cost)\, food and lodging\, Maitripa College teachers\, staff\, and retreat support\, and a limited number of monastic participants. No financial gain has been built into the retreat costs for Maitripa College or for the retreat facility. \n\nRetreat Registration Deadlines\nMarch 14          Applications due (NOTE: This deadline has been extended for a few remaining spots; registration is still open)\nMarch 21          Notification date for Retreatants\nApril 1                50% Deposit due\nMay 1                 Balance due \n*Absolutely no exceptions to these dates; participants will need to make these deadlines in order to ensure their spot in the retreat* \n\nDaily Schedule for Retreat\n*Tentative and subject to change* \n6:00 – 7:30 am              Morning Practice Session \n7:30 – 8:30 am              Breakfast \n8:30 – 9:30 am             Karma Yoga \n10:00 – 11:30 am          Mahamudra Teaching and Practice Session \n12:00 – 1:00 pm            Lunch \n1:00 – 2:00 pm              Rest \n2:00 – 3:00 pm              Discussion Groups \n3:15 – 4:30 pm               Mahamudra Teaching and Practice Session \n4:45 – 5:30 pm               Mahamudra Teaching and Practice Session \n5:45 – 6:30 pm               Evening Meal \n7:15 – 8:15 pm                Evening Practice Session
URL:https://maitripa.org/events/mahamudra-retreat-2025/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250612
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SUMMARY:Saka Dawa
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Saka Dawa! \nYou’re warmly invited to join us in spirit by celebrating Saka Dawa\, one of the most sacred and powerful days in the Buddhist calendar. This auspicious occasion commemorates the birth\, enlightenment\, and parinirvana of Shakyamuni Buddha—a day when the merit of our prayers and positive actions is said to be multiplied many millions of times. \nAlthough there will be no formal community practice at Maitripa College on this day\, due to the completion of our Mahamudra retreat\, we encourage you to mark this special day with your own personal practice. You might: \n\nEngage in meditation or recite prayers\nDedicate your practice for the enlightenment of all beings\nMake offerings on your altar or to others\nPerform acts of generosity or kindness\nTake and keep vows for the day
URL:https://maitripa.org/events/saka-dawa-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Maitripa College\, 1119 SE Market St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97214\, United States
CATEGORIES:2025 Public Events,Holidays
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SUMMARY:Discovering Buddhism: Presenting the Path with Venerable Tenzin Drolma
DESCRIPTION:Discovering Buddhism Module 3: Presenting the Path with Venerable Tenzin Drolma \nThis module offers an overview of the entire Tibetan Buddhist path to awakening. Study the life story of the Buddha and discover a unique system for putting Buddhist philosophy into practice – the lamrim\, or graduated path to enlightenment. \nMeets June 15\, 22\, 29\, & July 6\n11am-12:30pm (PT) \nOnline & In Person. \nOpen to all; registration required: \nPlease register here for In-person or online Zoom attendance and select the donation level you can offer in support of our ongoing programs. Zoom registrants will receive the link via email by the day before the event.
URL:https://maitripa.org/events/discovering-buddhism-presenting-the-path/2025-06-15/
LOCATION:Maitripa College\, 1119 SE Market St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97214\, United States
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SUMMARY:Buddhist Mind Science Module 1: Cultivating Lasting Happiness - What Buddhism & Science Say
DESCRIPTION:Cultivating Lasting Happiness: What Buddhism and Science Have to Say About It is the first in a new series at Maitripa College exploring the inner workings of the mind. Taught by Venerable Tenzin Drolma—a Maitripa alumna\, licensed therapist\, and ordained Buddhist nun—this course offers a unique perspective on the causes of suffering and the conditions for true well-being\, drawing from both Buddhist wisdom and modern psychology. \nBuddhist Mind Science Module 1: Cultivating Lasting Happiness – What Buddhism & Science Say\nMondays and Wednesdays\, 6:30-8pm (PT)\nJune 16\, 18\, 23\, 25\, 30\, July 2 \nIn-person and online (Zoom) registration options:  Register below for access to all classes and materials at the donation level of your choice. \nPlease register here for In-person or online Zoom attendance and select the donation level you can offer in support of our ongoing programs. Zoom registrants will receive the link via email by the day before the event.  \n\nAbout This Series: Explore the Mind: Buddhist Mind Science—Activating Your Potential: Offered online and in person\, this three-module course bridges Buddhist contemplative tradition and modern science to illuminate how we can transform our lives from the inside out. Modules include:  \n\nModule 1: Cultivating Lasting Happiness – What Buddhism and science teach us about genuine well-being\nModule 2: Transforming the Mind – Training in emotional resilience and inner peace\nModule 3: Getting to Know Your Mind – Guided inquiry into the functions and nature of mind\n\n\nVenerable Tenzin Drolma was born in Chicago\, US\, in 1961.  She received her undergraduate degree in religious studies\, philosophy and psychology.  She has graduate degrees in Counseling Psychology from the University of Denver and in Buddhist Studies from Maitripa College.  For 25 years she worked in the mental health field. \nVen. Drolma was ordained as a nun in the Tibetan tradition in 2009. She moved to Vajrapani Institute and was resident sangha and assistant SPC for four years. From 2015 until 2022\, she taught Introduction to Buddhism at Tushita Meditation Centre in India. \nVen. Drolma’s teaching style includes the psychological aspects of Buddhism and she has been described as a very approachable teacher.  While strongly based in the tradition of the Gelukpa school\, her teaching emphasizes those aspects most helpful to modern students.
URL:https://maitripa.org/events/buddhist-mind-science-module-1/
LOCATION:Maitripa College\, 1119 SE Market St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97214\, United States
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SUMMARY:Discovering Buddhism: Presenting the Path with Venerable Tenzin Drolma
DESCRIPTION:Discovering Buddhism Module 3: Presenting the Path with Venerable Tenzin Drolma \nThis module offers an overview of the entire Tibetan Buddhist path to awakening. Study the life story of the Buddha and discover a unique system for putting Buddhist philosophy into practice – the lamrim\, or graduated path to enlightenment. \nMeets June 15\, 22\, 29\, & July 6\n11am-12:30pm (PT) \nOnline & In Person. \nOpen to all; registration required: \nPlease register here for In-person or online Zoom attendance and select the donation level you can offer in support of our ongoing programs. Zoom registrants will receive the link via email by the day before the event.
URL:https://maitripa.org/events/discovering-buddhism-presenting-the-path/2025-06-22/
LOCATION:Maitripa College\, 1119 SE Market St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97214\, United States
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Buddhist Chaplaincy & Spiritual Care
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Buddhist Chaplaincy & Spiritual Care: An Interactive Workshop Exploring Skills\, Vocation\, and Contemplative Foundations\nIN-PERSON OR ONLINE \nThis one-day workshop will combine lectures\, small group exercises\, meditation\, and practice of some practical skills for serving others in spiritual care or chaplaincy roles\, or to bring a spiritual dimension into the work of those in the therapeutic and caregiving relationships at home\, in communities\, and at their workplaces. \nFoundational worldviews\, or orienting systems\, unique to Buddhism that inform spiritual care: \n\nPracticing the Chaplain’s Path with empathy and equanimity\nThe Buddha as a Model Spiritual Caregiver\nBuddhist Contributions to Spiritual Health\n\nParticipants will experience both receiving and giving care\, sharing stories\, and clarifying their present or future opportunities to enhance their own spiritual formation and care of others. Participants will learn about current research in the fields of compassion and chaplaincy\, resources to develop their practice\, and handouts for exercises practiced to enhance communication\, connection and rapport in their relationships. \nPlease register here for In-person or online Zoom attendance and select the donation level you can offer in support of our ongoing programs. Zoom registrants will receive the link via email by the day before the event.
URL:https://maitripa.org/events/spiritual-care/
LOCATION:Maitripa College\, 1119 SE Market St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97214\, United States
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SUMMARY:Discovering Buddhism: Presenting the Path with Venerable Tenzin Drolma
DESCRIPTION:Discovering Buddhism Module 3: Presenting the Path with Venerable Tenzin Drolma \nThis module offers an overview of the entire Tibetan Buddhist path to awakening. Study the life story of the Buddha and discover a unique system for putting Buddhist philosophy into practice – the lamrim\, or graduated path to enlightenment. \nMeets June 15\, 22\, 29\, & July 6\n11am-12:30pm (PT) \nOnline & In Person. \nOpen to all; registration required: \nPlease register here for In-person or online Zoom attendance and select the donation level you can offer in support of our ongoing programs. Zoom registrants will receive the link via email by the day before the event.
URL:https://maitripa.org/events/discovering-buddhism-presenting-the-path/2025-06-29/
LOCATION:Maitripa College\, 1119 SE Market St.\, Portland\, OR\, 97214\, United States
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