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Less Like School, More Like Life – HIGHLIGHT
This is the fourth in a series of articles by senior Shambhala teachers invited to share their personal impressions of the Way of Shambhala curriculum. Thanks to Jim Northcote of Kootenay Shambhala Centre for creating this series. By Henry Chapin When Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche was developing the ... continuePosted November 29, 2010 by
Wisdom in Times of Transition – HIGHLIGHT
This is the third in a series of articles by senior Shambhala teachers invited to share their personal impressions of the Way of Shambhala curriculum. Thanks to Jim Northcote of Kootenay Shambhala Centre for creating this series. By Rebecca Hazell We are in a time ... continuePosted November 27, 2010 by beckyhazel
Boulder Celebrates Sakyong’s Birthday – HIGHLIGHT
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The Magic of Children’s Day – HIGHLIGHT
By Susan Williams Children’s Day is our holiday when Mandala Principle is celebrated. It is an opportunity not only for those with young children to gather, but for the entire sangha to celebrate our lineage and our places in our Shambhala world. It is ... continuePosted November 23, 2010 by Susan Williams
Strong Medicine for Challenging Times – HIGHLIGHT
This is the second in a series of articles by senior Shambhala teachers invited to share their personal impressions of the Way of Shambhala curriculum. Thanks to Jim Northcote of the Kootenay Shambhala Centre for creating this series. By Ben Hines Through the Way of Shambhala, Sakyong Mipham ... continuePosted November 21, 2010 by
Cultivating Genuine Dialogue – HIGHLIGHT
This is the first in a series of articles by senior Shambhala teachers invited to share their personal impressions of the Way of Shambhala curriculum. Thanks to Jim Northcote of Kootenay Shambhala Centre for creating this series. By Susan Chapman In the fall of 2008, when I ... continuePosted November 19, 2010 by
Surmang Monks Chant the Kagyu Gurtso
Announcing a new Rain of Wisdom CD-DVD to benefit Surmang Dutsi Til, the home monastery of the Trungpa lineage in Eastern Tibet. The first recording at Surmang of songs from the Kagyu Gurtso (Rain of Wisdom) is being released today by the Konchok Foundation. The 51 minute ... continuePosted November 17, 2010 by
How Does Karma Work? – HIGHLIGHT
By Sakyong Mipham. To celebrate the birthday of the Sakyong, Jamgon Mipham Rinpoche, today we feature a teaching by him to rouse our appreciation, devotion, and loyalty. As we read and contemplate his words, we can feel joy that such a living teacher leaves morsels for ... continuePosted November 15, 2010 by
A ‘First of its Kind’ Marriage – HIGHLIGHT
Christian Gregory and Waits Raulerson were married at the DC Shambhala Center on September 24, 2010. Christian and Waits’ vows marked the first between two men at the DC Shambhala Center since the district began recognizing same-sex marriage. The ceremony was performed by Scott Perkins, assisted ... continuePosted November 15, 2010 by
Ottawa Citizen Article on Bodhi School – HIGHLIGHT
Bodhi School at the Ottawa Shambhala Centre, and its founder Sheila Craig, have been mentioned in an article in the Ottawa Citizen. continuePosted November 14, 2010 by
Boulder Welcomes Princess Drukmo
On Saturday 6 November Princess Drukmo Mukpo was welcomed by the Front Range community at Marpa House in Boulder. Hundreds gathered on a warm, sunny afternoon to celebrate her presence with champagne and cupcakes, and to offer her smiles, waves, and gifts. After toasts and the reading ... continuePosted November 11, 2010 by
In the Magical Foothills of Himalaya – HIGHLIGHT
News of the Rigden Lineage Thangka from the magical foothills of the Himalaya where Jo Francis and Tracy Simpkins recently traveled. This article was excerpted (and edited) from the Shambhala Europe blog. By Jo Francis and Tracy Simpkins Above the river valley in Kullu lies the ... continuePosted November 10, 2010 by
‘Love’ Balloons over Boulder for Princess Drukmo – HIGHLIGHT
On Saturday, November 6 pink, red, and white ‘Love’ balloons surrounded Marpa House as Boulder and the Front Range community greeted Princess Drukmo. For much of the event she appeared as a tiny pink dot cradled in her mother’s arms on a balcony above the crowd ... continuePosted November 7, 2010 by
Karme Choling’s Neighborly 40th Anniversary – HIGHLIGHT
By Sue Gilman Karme Choling invited its neighbors and business partners to an all-day celebration of its 40th birthday on September 11, 2010. Jane Arthur, executive director of Karme Choling, described her inspiration: “We have been in this community for 40 years and have a deep appreciation ... continuePosted November 5, 2010 by Sue_Gilman
Shambhala hosted by Dalai Lama’s Retreat Center – HIGHLIGHT
Judith Broadus writes about the first Shambhala Training held at the Dalai Lama’s Retreat Center in Bloomington, Indiana. A Shambhala Training Level I was held in the library of the Cultural Center at Kumbum West, The Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center (TMBCC), located on 108 acres ... continuePosted November 4, 2010 by