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We are a Portland-based meditation community committed to supporting each other in life and on the path of awakening.

Today at KCC

Welcome to Kagyu Changchub Chuling, a center for Buddhist meditation in the Tibetan tradition.
Join us for any of our regularly-scheduled meditation practices; we have options to suit meditators at all levels.

Upcoming Events

Register for retreats, classes, and events to deepen your meditation practice and understanding of the Dharma.

Mandala Dance of the 21 Praises of Tara, Fall 2025

The Mandala Dance of the 21 Praises of Tara is based on a Tara practice by Chogyur Lingpa and has been honored and acknowledged by Tai Situ Rinpoche and HH […]

Saturday, Nov 22, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

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KARMAOKE Fall FUNdraising

Karmaoke is back—and louder than ever! Get ready to sing your heart out, laugh with community, and raise the roof (and support for KCC!). Save the date—you won’t want to miss it!

Sunday, Nov 23, 2025
11:30 am - 3:00 pm

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Vipashyana through the Three Turnings of Buddhism

The Three Turnings of the Wheel of Dharma are a classification of the views and practices expressed by Shakyamuni Buddha in his forty-five years of teaching. In Vajrayana Buddhism as preserved in Tibet, we embrace each of these systems in our study and practice as complementary rather than contradictory. This retreat will prove suitable for anyone with even just a few months of practice background

Friday, Dec 5, 2025 - Friday, Dec 12, 2025
5:00 pm - 12:00 pm

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NEWS & COMMUNITY

The latest updates from the KCC community.

Welcome to our November Climate Corner!

As the winter holidays near, we are especially mindful that consuming less is a good way to reduce burning fossil fuels in the making, transporting, and eventually disposing of the things we buy.

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The Meaning and Role of Dana

In Buddhism, dana is the training of the heart. It is the practice of giving not only through material means but in sharing one’s time, energy, and knowledge. It is the core of spiritual training that cultivates generosity and supports personal growth.

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Reflections on the Tradition of Lojong

Two texts stand out from the vast literature of Tibet’s Lojong, or mind training, tradition: Langri Thangpa’s Eight Verses on Mind Training and Geshe Chekawa’s Seven-Point Mind Training. Beginning in November and continuing into next year, our mind training group will explore both of these foundational texts, with a special focus on identifying and engaging in the practices they offer.

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New to KCC?

KCC’s regular meditations are open to all members of the public, and in most cases the teacher will offer basic instructions before meditation.

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