Join us at Kadampa Meditation Center Philadelphia

New class series, a retreat this weekend and a December to remember!

TONIGHT! TUESDAY NIGHT MEDITATION

7-8pm • $15 • Free for members

with Meditation Teacher, Julie Francisco

New class series! Finding Freedom From Anxiety Through Buddhist Meditation

Learn Buddhist meditations and practices that help to reduce your anxiety, increase your mental peace, and improve your relationships. Classes include guided meditations, teachings and time for questions.

Everyone is welcome, no experience necessary.

Tonight!:

11/8: Mental Peace Through Patience

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WEDNESDAY NIGHT

GUIDED MEDITATION

7-7:30pm • $5 • Free for members

with Meditation Teacher, Fred Graumuller

Regular meditation practice is an important part of caring for ourselves and others. Come enjoy gentle guided meditations to calm your body and mind. Our experienced teachers will guide you as you learn to focus your mind. Then, gradually your distractions will subside and you’ll experience a sense of inner peace and relaxation. Your mind will feel lucid, spacious and refreshed!

Everyone is welcome, no experience necessary.

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THIS SATURDAY! DAY RETREAT

Bringing Love to the Holiday Table

Saturday, November 12th

10am - 4pm • $20 (TTP Discount applies)

with Resident Teachers, John Baker & Sarah Frew

Prepare your good heart for the coming holiday season! 

During this inspiring day retreat, we will learn meditations on the powerful and stable minds of equanimity, loving kindness and compassion. 

By developing a mind that cares for everyone, we allow ourself to experience deep happiness and inner freedom from anger, depression and negativity. We also become a loving, calm presence in the lives of others. This retreat includes practical teachings and straightforward guided meditations suited for beginners and more experienced practitioners alike. 

Everyone is welcome. Light refreshments provided between sessions.

RETREAT SCHEDULE

Session 1: 10 - 11am

Session 2: 11:30am - 12:30pm

Lunch Break: 12:30 - 1:30pm

Session 3: 1:30 - 2:30pm

Session 4: 3:00 - 4:00

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MAKE IT A DECEMBER TO REMEMBER!

Clear away your mental junk for a clear mind this holiday, make a handmade gift at our mala making course, or take break from Holiday stress!

Saturday, December 3rd

Retreat: Got Junk? Mental Clean Out

Vajrasattva Purification Retreat

10am - 4pm • $20

Introduction & 3 retreat sessions with Resident Teacher, John Baker

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Saturday, December 10th

A String and a Prayer:

Mala Making Workshop

2 - 5pm • $40 (materials included)

with Meditation Teacher, Eve Miller

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Saturday, December 17th

Workshop:

Meditations for a Stress Free Holiday

10:30am - 12pm • $20

with Resident Teacher, Sarah Frew

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Foundation Program

OPEN ENROLLMENT!

Thursdays, 7 - 8:30pm

Taught in Philadelphia by Senior Meditation Teacher, Julie Francisco

Taught in Collingswood, NJ by Senior Meditation Teacher, John Baker

For students who wish to deepen their study of Buddha’s teachings and meditation, now is a great time to join Foundation Program. Free Trial Class!

Foundation Program students have the opportunity to study Buddhist texts in great detail with an experienced teacher, engage in one on one and group discussion, and ask questions.

The Foundation Program is studying the text, The New Eight Steps to Happiness, by Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Everyone is welcome.

If you are interested in Foundation Program or have any questions, please contact the Education Program Coordinator at: [email protected] 

THE BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

AT KMC PHILADELPHIA

From a FINANCIAL Perspective ...

-One monthly membership fee allows you access to multiple weekly meditation classes.

-One monthly membership fee guarantees you discounts on certain special events.

-One monthly membership fee helps you to easily keep track of your spending.

From a HEART Perspective ...

-By becoming a member you are helping Kadampa Meditation Center Philadelphia continue to offer meditation classes and study programs throughout the Greater Philadelphia, South Jersey and Delaware region.

-Your monthly fee directly supports the meditation center, helping an all-volunteer-run organization function smoothly for the benefit of all.

-Indirectly, your support creates the causes for peace in this area and around the world.

There are FOUR OPTIONS for membership at KMC Phill

GENERAL PROGRAM

Membership (GP) $45/month | Student, Senior Rate (GP) $30/month

-Unlimited General Program classes

-50% Discount on Courses & Retreats

-50% Discount on Special Events

FOUNDATION PROGRAM

Membership (FP) $80/month | Student, Senior Rate (GP) $65/month

-Everything included in the GP membership, plus

-Foundation Program Classes

TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAM

Membership (TTP) $100/month | Student, Senior Rate (GP) $85/month

-Everything included in the GP membership, plus

-Teacher Training Program Classes

-Admission for Courses and Retreats

BENEFACTOR

Benefactor Membership $200/month

-Everything included in the TTP membership, plus

-Admission for all Special Events, Courses, Retreats and Empowerments

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