INNER WORLD OF MIND with Gelek Rimpoche
Understanding mind is key to understanding ourselves and the world we live in. On the basis of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, Gehlek Rimpoche will explore the inner workings of our mind, opening the door to the true nature of reality.
March 4th cancelled
Dates: Tuesdays, March 11, 18, 25
Time: 7:00 – 8:30pm
Gelek Rimpoche is the Founder and Spiritual Director of Jewel Heart. Among the last generation of incarnate lamas tutored by the great masters in Old Tibet, Rimpoche’s command of contemporary western culture allows him to convey the Tibetan Buddhist tradition with wisdom, kindness and wit.
Per Evening Session - Sustaining Members & Above/No charge, Supporting Members, Seniors & Students/$5, Non-Members/$1
SCHEDULING ADJUSTMENT
Tuesday, February 26 will be Odyssey to Freedom topic on Rejoicing with Elizabeth Hurwitz. We will not meet that evening with Inner World of Mind with Gelek Rimpoche as originally planned.
ODYSSEY TO FREEDOM TALKS with Jewel Heart Instructors
Gelek Rimpoche created Odyssey to Freedom as an accessible and concise Lam Rim, encompassing the stages on the spiritual path from our current situation, as it is, through to full enlightenment. Offered here as individual evening topics, we invite you to take this opportunity to bring Buddha’s experience into your spiritual path
Dates: Tuesdays,
January 8, 15, 22, 29,
February 5, 26, April 1, 8
Time: 7:00 – 8:30pm
Per Evening Session - Sustaining Members & Above/No charge, Supporting Members, Seniors & Students/$5, Non-Members/$10
ART OF LIVING with Kimba Levitt and Janis Paul
We long for meaning, for an effective way to bring insight and heart to the ordinary circumstances and inevitable challenges of our daily lives. On the basis of Gelek Rimpoche’s book, Good Life, Good Death, this course will explore pragmatic methods to bring depth, meaning, and joy to our lives.
Dates: Mondays, January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 18, 25, March 3, 10
Times: 7: 00 – 8:30pm
Supporting Members & Above/No charge, Non-Members/$80 – Registration necessary
LAM RIM III: The Great Scope with Supa Corner and John Madison
Lam Rim, spiritual practice according to the tradition of Je Tsong Khapa, traverses the entire path to enlightenment. Offered as Lam Rim I, II, and III, Lam Rim III presents the great scope of spiritual development – total enlightenment for the sake of all through reliable methods. This in-depth course follows Lam Rim I and II.
Dates: Wednesdays, January 9, 16, 23, February 6, 20, 27, March 5, 12, 19
Times: 7:00 – 8:30pm
Supporting Members & Above/No charge, Non-Members/$90 – Registration necessary
CREATING SPACE: Clarity and Insight through Meditation with Beth Locke
Meditation provides us with a clear stable mind, necessary for a happy life and the foundation for deepening our spiritual journey. This course offers hands-on experience with the basic elements of meditation using breath, posture, and techniques for coping with distractions and laxity of the mind.
Dates: Thursdays, February 21, 28, March 6, 13, 20, 27, April 3, 10
Times: 7:00 – 8:30pm
Supporting Members & Above/No charge, Non-Members/$80 – Registration necessary
THE HEALING PRACTICE OF WHITE TARA with Jenna Wunder
Tara is the mother goddess of Tibetan Buddhism, known for her quick and compassionate activity. She is particularly associated with healing and long life. This course uses visualization techniques relying on the feminine energy of White Tara to overcome physical, mental and emotional suffering.
Dates: Mondays, March 17, 24, 31, April 7
Times: 7.00 pm – 8.30pm
Supporting Members & Above/No charge, Non-Members/$40 – Registration necessary
DHARMA DISCUSSION AND DEBATE
Drawing on the traditional Tibetan Buddhist mode of learning through open debate, Jewel Heart students are invited to join groups of two to five participants to analytically challenge and deepen their relationship with the Dharma. Join us for pizza and discussion!
Dates: Fridays, February 22, and March 14
Time: 7:00 – 8:30pm
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SUNDAY MORNINGS AT JEWEL HEART Jewel Heart Instructors and Gelek Rimpoche
Join Jewel Heart Instructors and Gelek Rimpoche for a taste of Buddhism through introductory talks on contemporary issues followed by tea and cookies. We invite you to participate in concentrated meditation session and/or White Tara meditational practice sessions as well. Open to all. Free/Donations welcome.
Concentration Meditation 9 – 10am
Talk: 10 – 11am
Tea & Cookies: 11 – 11:30am
White Tara: 11:30am – 12:30pm
Sunday Details
January 6 – Fearlessness with Kathleen Ivanoff
The need to control our world stems from the deep fear of being fundamentally helpless. Embracing that fear is the first step to overcome it.
January 13 - Being Spiritual with Chris Branson
Spirituality involves reducing our negativity and developing our positivity by training and changing our mind.
January 20 – The Treasure of Mindfulness with Sandy Finkel
When we take time and focus closely on our daily thoughts, feelings and activities we find that there is much to learn just by observing ourselves quietly, without judgment.
January 27 – Doorway to Satisfaction with Eric Devos
Our unfulfilled longings and dissatisfaction with the superficial things of life mask our deeper desire for ultimate freedom from suffering.
February 3 - Born to Be Free with Tony King
By recognizing our self-imposed limitations we can begin to connect with the unlimited potential of our mind.
February 24 – Compassion in Daily Life with Gelek Rimpoche
To remedy being overwhelmed in the face of suffering, it is important to set realistic goals and develop true compassion rather than pity.
March 2 – The Selfless Self with Hartmut Sagolla
Exploring the distinction between a naturally present self and an exaggerated solid self points toward the source of all our difficulties in life.
March 9 – Living Enthusiastically with Kathy Laritz
With enthusiasm we are released from the lethargy of discouragement, the disorientation of confusion, and the resistance of laziness. With courage, endurance, and delight, we can achieve all our goals.
March 16 – Karma and Interdependence with Gelek Rimpoche
An investigation into karma's four properties raises awareness of personal responsibility and how truly interconnected we are.
March 23 – A Policy of Kindness with Supa Corner
In today's world of competition and animosity, the need to cultivate basic respect and kind understanding is imperative.
March 30 – Achieving Self-Confidence with Kimba Levitt
A balanced analysis of our capacities and limitations lays confident ground to realize our goals.
April 6 – Welcoming Change with Kathleen Ivanoff
Change is inevitable. By welcoming change, new doors open as old ones close.
April 13 – Cutting through Misconception with Gelek Rimpoche
Through the courage of honest reflection we are able to free ourselves from distorted perceptions and viewpoints and interact with others in a meaningful, realistic way.
April 27 – Maintaining our Commitments with Sandy Finkel
With the inspiration of spiritual traditions and role models comes the promise to bring change to our lives. How do we keep that flame alive when the going gets tough. |
FRIDAY FREE FILM AND DISCUSSION
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 29
Rescheduled for March 7, 7 pm
Seeing the Three Principles of the Path in Short Films from the 2007 Ann Arbor Film Festival
As our evening host, Matthew Krichbaum is offering some very creative, funny, and interesting Short Films from the 2007 Ann Arbor Film Festival. To jump start the discussion afterwards, Matthew alerts you to watch for the three principles of seeking total liberation from suffering, developing the ultimate compassion of bodhimind, and the wisdom of understanding the nature of reality within these shorts. He will offer a few films pertinent to each principle. The 2008 AAFF is coming in March.
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