The Foundation Program (FP) is a structured program designed for practitioners who wish to deepen their Dharma study and meditation practice. Through listening, contemplating, and engaging in meditations and group discussions, foundation program students can increase their wisdom, Dharma experience and develop meaningful spiritual relationships. We go deeper than in drop-in General Program classes because each class […]
Explore meditations and new ways of thought to become fearless in the face of anxiety and to deal with negative emotions more confidently and effectively.
Buddha taught a systematic method of understanding the causes and solutions to the difficulties we encounter in our daily lives. This series will be based on the book, “How to Transform Your Life,” by Geshe Kelsang Gyato. Please join us as we explore and meditate on the true meaning of our human existence. Everyone is welcome! […]
Powa Ceremony is a beautiful and powerful ritual practice drawn from the Buddhist tantras which enables us to benefit the deceased by coming together as a group and making prayers and offerings on their behalf. Then, through the power of our compassionate intention, strong prayers, and concentration on the practice, we transfer the consciousness of […]
Everyone wants to feel happy and be free from suffering, but finding happiness can seem elusive. Buddhist teachings tell us that this is because we are confused about the true source of happiness. While we often look for it in external circumstances, real happiness can only be found by going deeper into ourselves. In this […]
Join us to examine our difficult daily situations and to learn tools to guide us towards positive solutions. This is a practical class where we have the opportunity to examine our problems together and to use the wisdom of Buddha’s teachings to progress on our spiritual journey. Drop-in Class- Open to all. Everyone Welcome! Teacher: […]
Every day we remember the extraordinary kindness of Venerable Geshe-la, our Root Guru and Founder of the New Kadampa Tradition, but on this auspicious day, with minds of rejoicing and gratitude, we will offer him our faith through using the special prayer Request to the Holy Spiritual Guide Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso from his Faithful […]
We may hope to increase our happiness, peace, tolerance or patience. Or we may wish to reduce our pain, frustration, worry or anger. We can learn to fulfill these wishes and thereby to transform our life by learning and following what Buddha described as six signs of progress in training our mind. Using these indicators, […]
Allow the stress and pressure of your day to melt away during this hour-long Dharma teaching and guided meditation. Teacher: Tom McGuire Day: Wednesdays Time: 12-1pm Cost: $10 / free for supporting members Phone: (631) 549-1000 Email: info@kmcli.org
The Foundation Program (FP) is a structured program designed for practitioners who wish to deepen their Dharma study and meditation practice. Through listening, contemplating, and engaging in meditations and group discussions, foundation program students can increase their wisdom, Dharma experience and develop meaningful spiritual relationships. We go deeper than in drop-in General Program classes because each class […]
The Foundation Program (FP) is a structured program designed for practitioners who wish to deepen their Dharma study and meditation practice. Through listening, contemplating, and engaging in meditations and group discussions, foundation program students can increase their wisdom, Dharma experience and develop meaningful spiritual relationships. We go deeper than in drop-in General Program classes because each class […]
Green Tara is a female Buddha, whose name means Rescuer. She is the embodiment of swift compassion. If we rely upon Tara sincerely and with strong faith, she will protect us from all obstacles and fulfill all our wishes.
Whenever we are prevented from fulfilling our wishes, forced into a situation we dislike, or have to put up with something we would rather avoid, our uncontrolled mind immediately feels unhappy. Since it is impossible to fulfill all our desires or to stop unwanted situations from arising, we need to find a different way of […]
Medicine Buddha is the embodiment of the healing power of all the Buddhas. By relying upon Medicine Buddha sincerely we can be cured of physical and mental disease and find release from the pain of the three inner poisons: anger, attachment and ignorance. We can also receive protection from many others dangers and obstacles. Learn […]
Green Tara is a female Buddha, whose name means Rescuer. She is the embodiment of swift compassion. If we rely upon Tara sincerely and with strong faith, she will protect us from all obstacles and fulfill all our wishes.
Experience love without pain through a deeper, enduring connection. Explore cultivating a wisdom-based love that transcends specific relationships, focusing instead on a joyful state of mind that can be maintained daily. Through guided meditations, insightful talks, and interactive discussions, learn how to nurture this "inner diamond" of love, promoting personal growth and harmony without conflict. […]