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April 26th-27th White Tara Initiation
An Initiation into the practice of Wish Fulfilling White Tara will be given by Ven. Panchen Otrul Rinpoche
To participate students must:
1. Have taken refuge.
2. Be willing to attend the retreat and maintain the commitment of a daily practise. Further details on request.
May 10th - 11th Yamantaka Teachings
Further
teachings will be given by Ven. Panchen Otrul Rinpoche on the practise
of Yamantaka, for those having the initiation and having fulfilled the
retreat and mantra requirement.
Further details on request.
June 7th Introduction To Buddhism
A one day informal course for anyone interested in the teachings of the Buddha and Buddhist meditation practise.
From 10.30 a.m. - 4 p.m. Cost 50 euros.
June 15th Saga Dawa
Celebration of the Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and
parinirvana. Everyone welcome. Please bring food to share
and musical instruments.
Starts 11 a.m.
June 16th Summer Solstice Celebration
Will include a purification ceremony for the environment
Starts 2.30 p.m.
June 28th Universal Day Of Prayer
This
day was initiated by H.H. the Dalai Lama. Prayers will continue the
whole day in the shrine room. Everyone welcome to join in during the
day.
Starts 8.30 a.m.
July 5th - 6th A Very Special Weekend
Please join us in a weekend of thanksgiving and gratitude to our teachers
Saturday 5th July - Birthday celebration and prayers for the long life of H.H. the Dalai Lama
Starts 2.30 p.m.
Sunday 6th July - Long Life Ceremony for our precious teacher Ven. Panchen Otrul Rinpoche. This will include offerings and prayers
Starts 11 a.m. Please bring food to share.
July 18th Mahayana Precepts
A
purification practise at the time of the new moon. The practise lasts
for 24 hours and includes partial fasting. Those wishing to
participate should arrives on Thursday evening.
July 26th - 27th White Tara Retreat
For those people who have taken the initiation of White Tara.
August 4th Open Day
Everyone
is invited to come and spend an informal day at the centre, and to
enjoy the garden and grounds. Afternoon tea is provided in our
'Tea Shop' and Mongolian and Indian crafts in our 'Craft Shop'
Open from 2.30 p.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Offers to help on the day are greatly appreciated - please contact us.
August 9th-10th Work Weekend
These
weekends are an excellent opportunity for people wanting to visit the
centre for the first time or to just come and help. They are
extremely useful for the centre and we encourage people to
participate. We offer meals and accommodation in exchange
for help in the grounds. The weekend also offers periods of meditation.
August 16th Mahayana Precepts
A
purification practise at the time of the new moon. The practise lasts
for 24 hours and includes partial fasting. Those wishing to
participate should arrives on Friday evening.
August 23rd - 24th Family Weekend
Come and have fun - a weekend of activity and games for all ages-parents are invited too! Bring your tent or caravan, or stay in Tara House. Book a place soon.
Willing helpers needed - please contact the centre.
September 6th -7th Work Weekend
This
weekend will be preparation for the return of Ven. Panchen Otrul
Rinpoche to Ireland. Anyone willing to help both inside the house
and in the grounds will receive accommodation and meals in return for
their help. Thank you.
Other events
Dharma for Children
A
regular meeting will be held on the last Saturday of each month,
gently introducing youngsters to the practise of Dharma. It will
include a range of activities, both inside and out, and usually a
little time in the shrine room. We welcome parents to participate in
this new venture with their children. It is not necessary to come every
month.
Dates: 26th April, 30th May,
28th June, 26th July, 27th
September, 25th October.
Time 3p.m. - 4 p.m.
Meditation for Beginners
Every Tuesday in Tara House from 7p.m - 8 p.m.
Sunday 13th July Yoga with Lauren Hensey.
10 a.m. - 12 a.m. Cost 40 euros
May 18th Bird Watch Ireland will visit the centre to hear the Dawn Chorus
Anyone wishing to join/listen be here by 4p.m. - tea and buns afterwards!
May 30th Bat Talk And Walk - will start at 8.30 p.m.
considering the number of bats now living at the centre this should be an interesting exercise.
Residential Stay: A
vacancy is available to become a resident at the Centre for a minimum
of two weeks. This is an opportunity to join in the daily routine and
practices and help with the running of Rinpoche's Centre.
Please contact the Centre for more details.
Terms
and conditions available on request.
New
and full moon days
The opportunity
to join in the practice of the 35 Buddhas .Please contact
the Centre regarding the time of practice.
Individual
Work Weekend
An opportunity for Rinpoche's students
(maximum
two people per weekend) to offer their time to help with the
maintenance of their Centre. Accommodation and meals provided.
Bookings may be limited, so please book in advance.
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