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SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - PM
DESCRIPTION:This event is in-person and on Zoom. \nThe foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given.  After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n6:30pm – 7:15pm — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n7:15pm – 8:00pm — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2-5/2026-02-15/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2-5/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-16/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-16/
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260216T080000
DTSTAMP:20250916T190215Z
CREATED:20250916T190152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T190215Z
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SUMMARY:Green Tara Morning Practice
DESCRIPTION:The practice of Green Tara belongs to the Vajrayana class of meditations. Tara is considered the embodiment of the activity of all the buddhas. \nThe practice text is chanted in English on the second and fourth Monday of the month\, and in Tibetan on the third and fifth Monday of the month. \nThe practice is led alternately by Lama Eric and Ani Tsultrim. \nYou do not need to have received the Green Tara empowerment to attend. \nJoin for Green Tara Practice on Zoom \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 563145 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/green-tara-morning-practice-2-2/2026-02-16/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/green-tara-morning-practice-2-2/2026-02-16/
CATEGORIES:Green Tara Practice,Regular Practices
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-17/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-17/
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T143000
DTSTAMP:20240412T171719Z
CREATED:20240412T171718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T171719Z
UID:10007207-1771335000-1771338600@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Death and Dying Study Group
DESCRIPTION:The Death and Dying Study Group chooses material to work with before gathering to discuss. On 1st Tuesdays we continue working through a book. On 3rd Tuesdays our focus is on films\, articles and poems available online or are easily sent out to the study group as a PDF. We have a common interest to learn more about death and dying by reading or viewing\, discussing\, and hearing each other. \n1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month – 1:30pm to 2:30pm. \nParticipation in the study group is open to all\, but the Zoom meetings are done by password-protected invitation email. Anyone who is interested should contact Catherine Harris at catahar@peak.org or Jan Glenn at janbglenn@yahoo.com. \nFor our web archive of items of interest\, e.g. Lama Eric’s booklet for July 2020 class ’Skillfully Traversing the Bardos’\, calligraphy by Jan Glenn\, list of books\, compilations of poems\, jokes and cartoons\, as well as our meeting structure and links to legal documents\, etc.\, click HERE.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/death-and-dying-study-group-3-2-2-2/2026-02-17/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/death-and-dying-study-group-3-2-2-2/2026-02-17/
CATEGORIES:Death & Dying Study Group,Regular Practices,Study Groups
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mike Maier":MAILTO:mmjmaier@comcast.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009352-1771398000-1771400700@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-18/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-18/
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T160000
DTSTAMP:20260121T175834Z
CREATED:20260121T174312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T175834Z
UID:10009756-1771408800-1771430400@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Losar Celebration at SCOL
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Losar 2026\, year of the Fire Horse\, at SCOL on February 18! \nIt is traditional on the Tibetan New Year to do a thorough cleaning in preparation for the coming year. SCOL invites you to our Goldendale retreat center for a work party to clean the facility to prepare for the 2026 retreat season. \nWork will begin at 10 am February 18th\, a celebration lunch will be provided at noon\, then another work session will be held from 2 – 4 pm. We will be concentrating on all indoor spaces\, including cabins\, apartments\, shrine rooms\, dining areas\, and yoga rooms\, plus the traditional replacing of prayer flags on the property. \nYou are welcome to come for the day or spend the night\, either Tuesday or Wednesday\, free of charge. Other than Wednesday lunch\, you are responsible for your own meals. You are welcome to use the cloister dining areas for preparing and storing food. Please bring warm work clothes and\, as usual\, your own linens. Also\, check the weather before you come and be prepared for snow on the roads. \nWe would love to share Losar with you. It will not be all work; come enjoy a fine vegetarian meal and time with wonderful Sangha friends. Feel free to email or call with any questions. \nVicki Fields\, SCOL\n541 570-8116 \nPlease RSVP at scol.kcc@gmail.com by February 15. \nNote: Those starting the Personal Practice Retreat on Feb 20th are welcome to make arrangements to arrive for Losar. Please contact Vicki.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/losar-celebration-at-scol/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/losar-celebration-at-scol/
LOCATION:SCOL – Retreat Center\, Goldendale\, WA\, 98620\, United States
CATEGORIES:SCOL Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T214519Z
CREATED:20250920T170500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T214519Z
UID:10005285-1771441200-1771444800@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Chenrezi Practice
DESCRIPTION:Chenrezi practice is now being held in person as well as by Zoom.  \nThe practice of Chenrezi — the embodiment of the compassion of all the buddhas — is an excellent introduction to yidam practice of Vajrayana Buddhism. \nThe practice text is chanted in English and/or Tibetan on 1st Wednesday. Lama Eric leads in English on 3rd Wednesdays. The text is chanted in Tibetan on 2nd\, 4th\, and 5th Wednesdays.  All are welcome. \nJoin for Chenrezi Practice on Zoom \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. \nPlease note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 PM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. Depending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 489192 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-02-18/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-02-18/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chenrezi,Regular Practices
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009353-1771484400-1771487100@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-19/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-19/
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260206T033949Z
CREATED:20260206T031655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T033949Z
UID:10009791-1771498800-1771502400@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Silent Sit
DESCRIPTION:A silent sit is offered on Thursdays\, from 11:00 AM to noon\, hosted by members of the sangha at KCC. A bell will ring at noon to close the session\, and anyone who’d like to stay for a brown‑bag lunch is warmly welcome. \nWe hope to see you there! \nQuestions? Contact cynthia@kcc.org\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/thursday-silent-sit-3/2026-02-19/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/thursday-silent-sit-3/2026-02-19/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Regular Practices,Weekly Schedule
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
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SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-20/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-20/
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260320T100000
DTSTAMP:20260305T020644Z
CREATED:20251125T000213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T020644Z
UID:10009216-1771596000-1774000800@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Personal Practice Retreat
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to be able to once again host our annual one-month opportunity for personal retreat at Ser Chö Ösel Ling\, our retreat land in Goldendale\, WA. Some may sign up for the entire month and others will come for stays ranging from a weekend to three weeks. Each week of retreat will begin on a Friday from February 20 until March 20\, 2026. Time periods available are for 1-week\, 2-weeks\, 3-weeks\, 4-weeks and weekends\, all beginning on a Friday. \nDuring the personal retreat time\, all retreatants keep the same schedule and practice on their own in their rooms or in one of the meditation halls. Everyone gathers for meals and in the evening after dinner for a short meditation and the recitation of aspiration prayers or inspirational songs. All of the meals will be provided. \nThe month of personal retreat is an excellent way to deepen one’s practice in the support of other community members. Being able to devote more time to meditation away from our habitually busy environs can be very inspiring and nurturing. Each day will have periods of silence\, and silence will also be observed each week for a number of days. \nBefore engaging in personal retreat\, it is recommended that participants have previous experience that includes at least some facilitated group retreat and perhaps some individual retreat. The most skillful approach to personal retreat is to begin with a weekend and gradually increase the length of one’s stay. Beginning with a retreat that is beyond one’s current capacity can undermine the potential benefit of one’s stay and unnecessarily dampen enthusiasm for future retreat. \nRegardless of experience\, each participant will create an individualized practice plan – either by themselves or in consultation with an advisor. If you are new to personal retreat with KCC\, we request that you speak with an advisor about creating an outline for your retreat in order to facilitate a meaningful experience. To design a retreat plan\, you can reach out to Lama Eric by making an appointment here\, or to Lama Kathleen by email at kdabenz@gmail.com. \nSample Schedule \nAM\n6:00-7:20      Practice Session\n7:30-9:00      Breakfast\n9:00-10:30    Practice Session\n10:30-11:00   Tea Break\n11:00-12:00   Practice Session \nPM\n12:10-2:00     Lunch\n2:00-3:30      Practice Session\n3:30-4:00      Tea Break\n4:00-5:15       Practice Session\n5:30-6:45      Dinner\n6:45-7:30      Group Practice \nArrival Time on Fridays: Between 2 PM and 4 PM\nDeparture Time on Last Day of your Retreat Period: After breakfast and before 10:00 AM \nMeals and Chores\nThree vegetarian meals will be served daily. Retreatants are expected to contribute up to one hour per day toward chores that will be done during the three meal breaks. \nRegistration\nThe number of participants for this retreat will be limited to 16 participants in single occupancy cabins only\, allowing for a spacious environment to support this longer retreat. Registration will be open for retreats of a week or longer until February 15th; registration for weekends will stay open throughout. \nPricing \n1 week: $600\nWeekend: $270 \nIncludes single cabin and 3 meals per day. \n  \nREGISTER FOR 1 WEEKREGISTER FOR A WEEKEND \n  \nNote: To support the staff and the retreat container for all retreatants\, each retreat period begins on a Friday. If there are extenuating circumstances and the only way you could attend would be to come on different dates\, you may contact scol.retreats@kcc.org with details about your circumstances. Requests will be reviewed in consultation with Lama Eric and approved on a case-by-case basis. \nFinancial Assistance: Financial Assistance (up to 50% of the retreat cost) may be available for individuals with financial constraints. The amount of FA available depends entirely on donations to the Financial Assistance Fund. For those who can afford it\, please consider contributing to the Financial Assistance Fund so that others who are less financially fortunate are able to attend KCC retreats. \nTo apply for Financial Assistance\, contact the Financial Assistance Team at KCC-FA@kcc.org with details of your request. After you have received confirmation\, then register for the retreat. For further details\, read the KCC Financial Assistance Policy here. \n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/personal-practice-retreat/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/personal-practice-retreat/
LOCATION:SCOL – Retreat Center\, Goldendale\, WA\, 98620\, United States
CATEGORIES:Retreats & Special Events,SCOL Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260128T172639Z
CREATED:20260128T172639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T172639Z
UID:10009760-1771612200-1771617600@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Mandala Dance of the 21 Praises of Tara\, February 2026
DESCRIPTION: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 Dalai Lama as well as many other esteemed teachers and lamas. \nThese are simple movements that anyone can learn\, no experience necessary\, open to all. \nPhyllis Moses has been authorized to teach the Mandala Dance and has been sharing it for the past 14 years. \nFor any questions\, please contact Phyllis at phyllisbmoses@gmail.com.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/mandala-dance-of-the-21-praises-of-tara-february-2026/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/mandala-dance-of-the-21-praises-of-tara-february-2026/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Portland Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009355-1771657200-1771659900@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-21/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-21/
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260224T220235Z
CREATED:20251114T002454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T220235Z
UID:10009159-1771668000-1771675200@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Moonbeams of Mahamudra Course
DESCRIPTION:Exclusively over Zoom\, third Saturdays from January through May 2026 at 10:00 AM Pacific time. \nRegistration is closed. \nAs part of opening KCC’s 50th anniversary year\, we are delighted to invite Elizabeth Callahan to lead us in five sessions of teaching\, meditation\, and discussion on mahamudra shamatha. This is sure to be a deeply beneficial and inspirational series\, and we hope that many of you partake in it! \nMahamudra shamatha establishes the space in which we behold the nature of mind. This program will explore these instructions as presented in Dakpo Tashi Namgyal’s Moonbeams of Mahamudra\, an early comprehensive work in this tradition. The guidance presented therein reflects the Dakpo Kagyu shamatha meditation: resting quietly in nonconceptuality with the sharp clarity of mindfulness and alertness. \nThe primary focus of this series of classes and discussion groups will be to support and deepen our personal practice of mahamudra shamatha. Preparation for each session will include a reading in Moonbeams of Mahamudra. \nEach class will include an introductory talk\, guided meditation\, and breakout group discussions. \nBetween the monthly classes\, it is expected that participants will spend some time practicing the specific shamatha instructions. Lama Eric will hold a discussion group on the first Saturday of each month to allow for more guided practice and conversation around the teachings. \nRequired text: Moonbeams of Mahamudra (if not using this link\, be sure to purchase Elizabeth’s newer translation of the text.) Discounted copies of the text can be purchased from KCC’s bookstore. \nWe ask participants commit to attending the sessions led by Elizabeth Callahan. Review sessions with Lama Eric are optional\, but we strongly encourage participation. \nElizabeth Callahan began her contemplative training and Tibetan studies in 1977 and completed two three-year retreats at Kagyu Thubten Chöling\, New York\, under the direction of Kalu Rinpoche. She is a student of Khenpo Tsültrim Gyamtso Rinpoche and has translated key texts of the Kagyu tradition\, including Mahamudra: Ocean of Definitive Meaning\, Profound Inner Principles\, Moonbeams of Mahamudra and\, most recently\, Treasury of Precious Instructions\, Marpa Kagyu. She has been a Tsadra Foundation Fellow since 2002 and is a director of Marpa Foundation. \nHaving completed the translations of two of the most influential works on Mahamudra in the Kagyu tradition\, Elizabeth’s willingness to lead study and practice groups on shamatha and vipashyana over the past several years has been met with deep gratitude and appreciation.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/mahamudra-shamatha-class-2/2026-02-21/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/mahamudra-shamatha-class-2/2026-02-21/
CATEGORIES:Mahamudra Shamatha Study Group,Study Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T110000
DTSTAMP:20260217T211022Z
CREATED:20260217T210927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T211022Z
UID:10009268-1771750800-1771758000@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - AM
DESCRIPTION:The foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given. After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n9:00am – 10:00am — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n10:15am – 11:00am — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-am-19-3-15-6-2-6-6/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-am-19-3-15-6-2-6-6/
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T110000
DTSTAMP:20260218T194654Z
CREATED:20260218T191716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T194654Z
UID:10007451-1771750800-1771758000@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Children's Program
DESCRIPTION:The KCC Children’s Program is an opportunity to introduce children to Buddhist values within a supportive\, sincere dharma community using simple dharma activities\, storytelling\, open discussion\, songs\, art projects and activities\, including play\, to promote kindness and compassion. Our goal is to provide a fun\, meaningful experience for all. \nSunday Morning Children’s Program \nOn the second and fourth Sundays of each month\, from 9:00 to 11:00 am\, we offer the Sunday Morning Children’s Program. This program normally starts in September and runs through the second Sunday in June. In July and August we meet once a month on the fourth Sunday. We require that at least one parent or guardian be present at KCC when their child attends. \nThe age range we currently serve is 5 to 12; however\, we do allow slightly younger and older children on a case by case basis as appropriate. Please feel free to discuss this with the program coordinator\, Laurie Simpson\, if needed. Email contact here. \nWhile there is no fee for the program\, dana (offerings) are accepted and go towards helping us continue providing programs such as these. In order to support the program on Sundays we ask that parents agree to be available to assist the teacher if needed – this is a shared role and can be filled by parents or other adults who wish to participate in this way. During the regular school year please note that we request you consider committing to bringing your child both Sundays each month throughout this time frame\, but this is not required. \nAlso please be aware that\, to attend this program\, your child needs to be able to manage their speech and physical activity cooperatively in a small group to help maintain a peaceful children’s sangha. If this is a concern we ask that you attend with your child until they are comfortable with the group. Ultimately we want to be as inclusive as possible\, but must also work to create a safe and welcoming environment for all attending.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/childrens-program-10/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/childrens-program-10/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens Program
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T120000
DTSTAMP:20250422T040842Z
CREATED:20240105T194923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T040842Z
UID:10009310-1771758900-1771761600@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Karma Cleaners
DESCRIPTION:On the Fourth Sunday of each month\, join us after the morning practice to help clean and tidy the urban center. With a list of cleaning tasks\, a volunteer helps coordinate this swift and thorough dust bunny round up. Thank you for helping to keep our practice space clean!\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/karma-cleaners/2026-02-22/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/karma-cleaners/2026-02-22/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260217T211112Z
CREATED:20260217T211100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T211112Z
UID:10009703-1771785000-1771790400@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - PM
DESCRIPTION:This event is in-person and on Zoom. \nThe foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given.  After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n6:30pm – 7:15pm — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n7:15pm – 8:00pm — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2-3/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2-3/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260222T200000
DTSTAMP:20260414T202301Z
CREATED:20260304T022544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T202301Z
UID:10010455-1771785000-1771790400@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - PM
DESCRIPTION:This event is in-person and on Zoom. \nThe foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given.  After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n6:30pm – 7:15pm — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n7:15pm – 8:00pm — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2-5/2026-02-22/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2-5/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009356-1771830000-1771832700@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-23/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-23/
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260223T080000
DTSTAMP:20250916T190215Z
CREATED:20250916T190152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T190215Z
UID:10008980-1771830000-1771833600@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Green Tara Morning Practice
DESCRIPTION:The practice of Green Tara belongs to the Vajrayana class of meditations. Tara is considered the embodiment of the activity of all the buddhas. \nThe practice text is chanted in English on the second and fourth Monday of the month\, and in Tibetan on the third and fifth Monday of the month. \nThe practice is led alternately by Lama Eric and Ani Tsultrim. \nYou do not need to have received the Green Tara empowerment to attend. \nJoin for Green Tara Practice on Zoom \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 563145 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/green-tara-morning-practice-2-2/2026-02-23/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/green-tara-morning-practice-2-2/2026-02-23/
CATEGORIES:Green Tara Practice,Regular Practices
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009357-1771916400-1771919100@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-24/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-24/
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009358-1772002800-1772005500@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-25/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-25/
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260611T214519Z
CREATED:20250920T170500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T214519Z
UID:10005286-1772046000-1772049600@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Chenrezi Practice
DESCRIPTION:Chenrezi practice is now being held in person as well as by Zoom.  \nThe practice of Chenrezi — the embodiment of the compassion of all the buddhas — is an excellent introduction to yidam practice of Vajrayana Buddhism. \nThe practice text is chanted in English and/or Tibetan on 1st Wednesday. Lama Eric leads in English on 3rd Wednesdays. The text is chanted in Tibetan on 2nd\, 4th\, and 5th Wednesdays.  All are welcome. \nJoin for Chenrezi Practice on Zoom \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. \nPlease note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 PM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. Depending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 489192 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-02-25/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chenrezi,Regular Practices
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009359-1772089200-1772091900@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-26/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-26/
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260206T033949Z
CREATED:20260206T031655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T033949Z
UID:10009792-1772103600-1772107200@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Thursday Silent Sit
DESCRIPTION:A silent sit is offered on Thursdays\, from 11:00 AM to noon\, hosted by members of the sangha at KCC. A bell will ring at noon to close the session\, and anyone who’d like to stay for a brown‑bag lunch is warmly welcome. \nWe hope to see you there! \nQuestions? Contact cynthia@kcc.org\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/thursday-silent-sit-3/2026-02-26/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/thursday-silent-sit-3/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Regular Practices,Weekly Schedule
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T203000
DTSTAMP:20251204T175150Z
CREATED:20251204T175150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T175150Z
UID:10009248-1772130600-1772137800@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Living the Wisdom of Lojong: A Course in Applied Mind Training
DESCRIPTION:This course offers an opportunity to explore the classic Buddhist teachings known as Lojong\, or “mind training.” These teachings are organized into short\, memorable sayings\, called aphorisms\, that serve as practical reminders for cultivating compassion\, resilience\, and wisdom in everyday life. Whether you are continuing on from 2025’s Mind Training: Foundational Texts Review\, or joining us for the first time\, you’ll be warmly welcomed. \nThis round of classes will cover a large number of the aphorisms from the classic Seven-Point Mind Training teachings\, placing special emphasis on practice and integration. The usual 18‑month curriculum\, led by Tim Campbell\, has been condensed into an 8-month course\, allowing us to focus deeply on the core aphorisms from Points 1 and 2\, which establish the foundations of mind training\, while also engaging with key selections from Points 3–7. \nTogether\, we’ll reflect\, discuss\, and apply these aphorisms\, bringing their wisdom into the challenges and opportunities of modern life. \nLogistics & Schedule \nWhen: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday\nTime: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nWhere: Hybrid format—in-person at KCC and on Zoom.\nText: Training In Compassion\, by Norman Fischer \nThe Heart of the Practice \nAs the poet David Whyte reminds us\, “There’s a small opening at the beginning of each day that closes the moment you begin your plans. What you can plan is too small for what you can live.” In that spirit\, we’ll keep our structure focused but flexible\, while staying centered on practice. \nBefore the first class\, we will send out your initial reading assignment. The subsequent bi-weekly rhythm will follow this pattern: \n\n2nd Thursday Class (Practice Initiation): We will come together to explore the questions and insights from the previous two weeks of study. The core focus will be to understand\, “What is the practice?” We will then engage in the active practice of the specific aphorism\, committing ourselves to it for the next two weeks.\nBetween Classes (Two Weeks): Participants engage in the committed\, real-world practice of the aphorism.\n4th Thursday Class (Review & Introduction): We will review our practice efforts\, dialog about any issues or questions that arose\, and refine our engagement. We will then introduce the reading assignment and contemplation theme for the next two-week cycle.\n\nThis practice-focused cycle ensures we are using the aphorisms not just as philosophy\, but as tools for transformation. We invite both continuing participants and newcomers to join us in this journey of practice and discovery and hope to see you there! \n  \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nThis course is offered on a sliding scale to honor diverse circumstances. Participation is open to all\, regardless of financial means. We ask that everyone register\, and those with the ability to contribute more are warmly invited to do so\, supporting the sustainability of our programs.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/mind-training-group-living-the-wisdom-of-lojong-2-2/2026-02-26/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/mind-training-group-living-the-wisdom-of-lojong-2-2/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mind Training Study Group,Study Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260227T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009360-1772175600-1772178300@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-27/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-27/
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260228T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009361-1772262000-1772264700@kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-28/
URL:https://kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-02-28/
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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