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What Happened to Shambhala’s Highest Priorities after Shambhala Congress in Cologne? – HIGHLIGHT
By President Richard Reoch The Third Shambhala Congress was held at the Kalapa Centre (Europe) in Cologne, Germany, in May 2007. Out of the many issues discussed, six top priorities emerged. These were identified by the Mandala Council (on which every Shambhala Centre has a seat) immediately ... continuePosted May 10, 2009 by
Plans for 2009 Applied Mindfulness Conference – HIGHLIGHT
In November 2008, a Shambhala-wide survey was distributed through the Shambhala News Service. The survey idea was an outcome of the inaugural Applied Mindfulness Conference hosted by Tail of the Tiger (a program that combines meditative and secular disciplines) at Karme Choling in May 2008. ... continuePosted April 8, 2009 by
Shambhala Day Address Online; Shambhala Times Welcomes in New Year; Offerings Online
The Sakyong’s Shambhala Day address for the Year of the Ox and remarks by the Sakyong Wangmo and President Reoch are now online. Shambhala Times, our new online Shambhala Community News Magazine, goes live today to welcome everyone to new year. The first edition highlights the largest survey ... continuePosted February 26, 2009 by
Parinirvana of Chinese Chan Master Sheng Yen
On February 3rd, 2009 Venerable Master Sheng Yen entered into Parinirvana in Taiwan from a long term illness. President Richard Reoch immediately wrote a letter to the Abbot President Master Guo Dong of Dharma Drum Mountain. The President said in the letter, “I am writing to ... continuePosted February 25, 2009 by
Applied Mindfulness: Meditation at Work – HIGHLIGHT
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Buddhist Youth Festival 2008 – HIGHLIGHT
When I received the invitation for the Buddhist Youth Festival 2008, my first thought was “Yes!” Of course, I wanted to spend 5 days in a wonderful atmosphere – to dance into the new year with lovely people again. It was definitely a “first thought-best thought” ... continuePosted February 23, 2009 by
Royal Wedding Celebration in Orissa, India
In the fall of 2006 I found myself talking with Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche about his upcoming wedding in Orissa, India, at the seat of his father-in-law’s lineage in India. The Sakyong asked if I was going; at the time I didn’t think that I would. I asked ... continuePosted February 22, 2009 by Marvin Ross
Sesame Seed in Singapore – HIGHLIGHT
Written for the Dot The Buddhism scene in Singapore is quite crowded and creative with regular programs held for free in many temples, monasteries, and dharma centers around the city. Many well-known visiting teachers give teachings on various traditions and different aspects of Buddhism. Hosting a home-based ... continuePosted February 20, 2009 by Citra
Taipei Hosts President Reoch During Asia Tour
Written for the Dot The Taipei Shambhala Meditation Group happily hosted Shambhala President Richard Reoch for three days during his October 2008 tour of Asia. This followed Acharya Arawana Hayashi’s earlier February 2008 visit to Taipei which featured an inspiring program: “Shambhala and the Great Eastern Sun ... continuePosted January 31, 2009 by Yeachin Tsai
Sharing Insight and Aspirations – HIGHLIGHT
On the last Saturday in September 2008, almost sixty people from two countries met to discuss working together regionally, to support each other and to share insights and aspirations. All attendees actively keep their centers functioning and happy, from the holders of big vision to the ... continuePosted January 31, 2009 by beckyhazel