Transforming the Mind – Commentary on the 8 Verses
What is a Buddhist!

What qualities or beliefs make one a Buddhist? Do you have to act any differently or is this an inner change? Can you be both Buddhist and Christian or Jew? Ven. Sarah Thresher, an English Buddhist nun, gives a inspiration talk on understanding ourselves, no matter what label we place upon the self. Notes For […]
Moving Forward on the Spiritual Path

How do doubt and fear hold us back on the spiritual path? And how can we replace the outer struggle with an inner joy? Join us for this unexpected and previously unannounced evening with Ven Sarah, which will explore the roles of confidence and faith.
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Lama Zopa Rinpoche: “Sangha Talk” Part 2
Lama Zopa Rinpoche: “Sangha Talk” Part 1
Why do we do Puja (Medicine Buddha)?

Ven. Rita Riniker gives a talk on the backgroung of Medicine Buddha Puja and practical advice on the benefits and reason for doing pujas. Notes For further information, please visit www.tsechenling.org
Understanding the Role of Monastics

Ven. Robina Courtin presents a teaching on the role of monastics within the Buddhist community. With insight on their vows and role, students gain an understanding on their own interaction with the monastics. Helpful information as more and more western Buddhist students take ordination. Notes For further information, please visit www.tsechenling.org
Relating to Buddhist Monks and Nuns

As Buddhism permeates our western culture, more and more students are taking ordination. Ven. Robina Courtin provides insight into the role of the sangha (monastics) in our communities, guidance in how to relate and support them in their spiritual life. Ven. Monlam helps us understand the importance of monasticism to keep the Buddhist teachings present. […]
Overcoming Laziness, Finding Joy in Practice

The biggest obstacle to meditation (or any practice, really) is the laziness of “just not feeling like”. How do we identify this laziness and how can we replace it with a deep joy in practice? Ven. Rita leads us in exploration, discussion and meditation on this troublemaker, and gain some simple skills to use at […]