January – May 2018
CALIFORNIA PROGRAMS
WHITE TARA STUDY & HEALING MEDITATIONS
BEGINS THURSDAY, APRIL 5TH

This 8-week course will focus on healing and life-affirming practices of White Tara, the Female Buddha of healing and longevity. We will explore the symbolism of Tara, Collecting Life Visualizations, Meaning of the Mantra as well as weekly meditations such as the Six Healing Shields Practice. One can use these and apply these practices to one’s own life for healing oneself and others.
Meeting Thursdays from 10:30 to Noon in April and May in downtown Grass Valley*
Jewel Heart Norcal Study Group is a local study group dedicated to Tibetan Mahayana Buddhism as taught by Kyabje Gelek Rimpoche in the tradition of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. This course is offered free of charge. Donations gratefully accepted.
*For Location of our Meetings or for more information: Phone Joe at 530-802-6221 or email: [email protected]
Jewel Heart Norcal meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday at 10:30am-12:00 at Greta’s house. Email for address and directions.
KEY ELEMENTS OF A DAILY PRACTICE
“ODYSSEY TO FREEDOM”

Jewel Heart Norcal is continuing our study of the Lam Rim through Rimpoche’s commentary “Odyssey to Freedom.” Our ongoing discussions includes such topics such as refuge, karma and cultivating compassion. At each meeting we explore practical application of the topics through guided meditations.
For More Information: Contact Joe: at 530-802-6221 or email: [email protected]
For information about Jewel Heart membership, visit: http://www.jewelheart.org/membership/
Norcal Summer 2017 Break
CALIFORNIA PROGRAMS
Jewel Heart Norcal will not be meeting in July and August. We will continue with “Odyssey to Freedom” in September. Stay tuned for details!
KEY ELEMENTS OF A DAILY PRACTICE
“ODYSSEY TO FREEDOM”

MEETING THURSDAY EVENINGS
AT 6:00-7:30 PM IN GRASS VALLEY*
ODYSSEY TO FREEDOM TO BEGIN In SEPTEMBER
We long for meaning, for an effective way to bring insight and heart to the ordinary circumstances and inevitable challenges of our daily lives. A daily meditation practice is a must for the gradual fulfillment of the potential of our mind. In this course, part of the series“Odyssey to Freedom,” you will learn how to create a sacred space for your meditation.
*PLEASE EMAIL FOR MEETING ADDRESS IN GRASS VALLEY & DIRECTIONS
For More Information: Contact Joe: at 530-802-6221 or email: [email protected]
For information about Jewel Heart membership, visit: http://www.jewelheart.org/membership/

