Maitripa College

MDT301 Introduction to Tibetan Buddhist Meditation
2024-10-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-25 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-01 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Maitripa College, 1119 SE Market St., Portland, OR, 97214, United States
1:00-3:00 pm
MDT301 Introduction to Tibetan Buddhist Meditation
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CS303 Models of Chaplaincy and Buddhist Spiritual Care
2024-10-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-25 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-11-01 13:00 - 15:00
1:00- 3:00pm
CS303 Models of Chaplaincy and Buddhist Spiritual Care
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Geshema Yeshi Sangmo: “Training the Mind and Awakening the Heart"
2024-10-18 18:00 - 19:30
Please join us at Maitripa College for a very special visit: We are honored to welcome Geshema Yeshi Sangmo and the nuns of Jangchub Choeling Nunnery…
The Jangchub Jamtse Tour!
At Maitripa College October 18 and 20!

Geshema Yeshi Sangmo: “Training the Mind and Awakening the Heart: The Eight Verses of Mind Training”
Geshema Yeshi Sangmo is from Tibet and has been a resident student at Jangchub Choeling Nunnery for the past 26 years. During this period, she engaged in extensive study of five major canonical texts, encompassing topics such as Logic, Perfection of Wisdom, Fundamental Wisdom of Middle Way, Metaphysics, and Vowed Morality.
In 2016, she successfully completed the four-year Nun Geluk Examination, earning a Geshema Degree, the equivalent to a Doctorate in Tibetan Buddhism. Subsequently, she pursued a one-year course in Tantric studies. Her contributions to the Nunnery include teaching junior nuns and fulfilling administrative roles.
About Jangchub Choeling Nunnery https://www.jangchubchoeling.org/
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Jangchub Choeling Nuns: Chod Ritual and Dakini Dance
2024-10-20 11:00 - 12:30
We are honored to welcome Geshema Yeshi Sangmo and the nuns of Jangchub Choeling Nunnery…
The Jangchub Jamtse Tour!
At Maitripa College October 18 and 20!

Please join us for a very special ritual event, encompassing profound spiritual practices rich with symbolism and meaning performed by Tibetan nuns from Jangchub Choeling Nunnery. These ancient practices focus on cutting through the ego and embodying the active, transformative energy of feminine wisdom. Together, these practices highlight the deep spiritual discipline, compassion, and insight found in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.
Sunday October 20 Jangchub Choeling Nuns: Chod Ritual and Dakini Dance
Time: 11am-12:30pm

Geshema Yeshi Sangmo is from Tibet and has been a resident student at Jangchub Choeling Nunnery for the past 26 years. During this period, she engaged in extensive study of five major canonical texts, encompassing topics such as Logic, Perfection of Wisdom, Fundamental Wisdom of Middle Way, Metaphysics, and Vowed Morality.
In 2016, she successfully completed the four-year Nun Geluk Examination, earning a Geshema Degree, the equivalent to a Doctorate in Tibetan Buddhism. Subsequently, she pursued a one-year course in Tantric studies. Her contributions to the Nunnery include teaching junior nuns and fulfilling administrative roles.
About Jangchub Choeling Nunnery https://www.jangchubchoeling.org/
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We strive to operate our community programs at Maitripa College within the model of a gift economy, grounded in an understanding of interdependence, and sensitive to the dynamics of connection. In traditional Buddhist teachings as well as in indigenous cultures, deep relationship is established through giving. In this spirit, we invite you to connect to Maitripa College by giving however you are able, in order to establish the reciprocity that deepens and strengthens relationship. Click below for donation options. May your generosity ripen in abundance for yourself and all beings everywhere.
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TIB201 Classical Tibetan Language Intermediate I
2024-10-21 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-28 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-11-04 10:00 - 12:00
10:00 am-12:00 p
TIB201 Classical Tibetan Language Intermediate I
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THL320 Contemporary Buddhist Thought & Theology
2024-10-21 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-28 13:00 - 15:00
1:00-3:00 pm
THL320 Contemporary Buddhist Thought & Theology
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TIB301(r) Seminar in Tibetan Translation
2024-10-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-29 10:00 - 12:00
10:00 am-12:00 p
TIB301(r) Seminar in Tibetan Translation
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ED310 Stages of Human Development: Learning, Teaching, and Faith
2024-10-22 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-29 13:00 - 15:00
ED310 Stages of Human Development: Learning, Teaching, and Faith
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CS301 Foundations of Buddhist Service
2024-10-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-30 10:00 - 12:00
10:00 am-12:00 pm
CS301 Foundations of Buddhist Service
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PHL301 Introduction to Buddhist Thought
2024-10-23 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-30 13:00 - 15:00
1:00-3:00 pm
PHL301 Introduction to Buddhist Thought
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THL370 Seminar in Buddhist Ministry, Practical/Pastoral Theology, and Spiritual Care
2024-10-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-10-31 10:00 - 12:00
10:00am-12:00pm
THL370 Seminar in Buddhist Ministry, Practical/Pastoral Theology, and Spiritual Care: Spiritual Reflection and Meaning
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PHL303 Madhyamaka Philosophy: Where is the Middle Way?
2024-10-24 13:00 - 15:00, 2024-10-31 13:00 - 15:00
1:00-3:00 pm
PHL303 Madhyamaka Philosophy: Where is the Middle Way?
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MDT303 Techniques of Meditation: Madhyamaka
2024-10-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-11-01 10:00 - 12:00
10:00 am-12:00 pm
MDT303 Techniques of Meditation: Madhyamaka
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CANCELLED: PLEASE JOIN US TOMORROW FOR CHOD TSOG! Guru Puja (Lama Chöpa) on the Tibetan 25th Day
2024-10-26 15:30 - 17:00

Jangchub Choeling Nuns: Chod Ritual, Tsok, and Brief Instruction
2024-10-27 11:00 - 12:30
GesheYeshi Sangmo and the Nuns of Jangchub Choeling Nunnery Return to Maitripa College to Offer Chod Tsok with Brief Instruction
Sunday October 27, 11am-12:30pm
Join us for a very special ritual event, encompassing profound spiritual practices rich with symbolism and meaning led by Tibetan nuns from Jangchub Choeling Nunnery. This ancient offering practice focuses on cutting through the ego and embodying wisdom and compassion. Open to all (register below): participants will receive brief instruction in the ritual practice of Chod. Please bring your drum if you have one.
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Community Medicine Buddha Puja led by Maitripa College Alumnus Michael Jolliffe
2024-11-03 11:00 - 12:30
Please join the Maitripa College community in the Jokhang Meditation Hall for the healing practice of Medicine Buddha dedicated for all who are ill, for healing in the world led by Maitripa College Alumnus Michael Jolliffe
In-person registration is no longer necessary; see button below for Zoom link.
Sunday Morning Community Practice
11am-12:30pm
The practice of Medicine Buddha focuses healing of all types of sicknesses and suffering. Prayers may be dedicated specifically for the healing of loved ones and all sentient beings to anyone who needs protection, support, strength, and love.
Click here to make requests for prayers: https://maitripa.org/prayer-list/).

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We strive to operate our community programs at Maitripa College within the model of a gift economy, grounded in an understanding of interdependence, and sensitive to the dynamics of connection. In traditional Buddhist teachings as well as in indigenous cultures, deep relationship is established through giving. In this spirit, we invite you to connect to Maitripa College by giving however you are able, in order to establish the reciprocity that deepens and strengthens relationship. Click below for donation options. May your generosity ripen in abundance for yourself and all beings everywhere.
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