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POETRY PLAY & PRACTICE: The Magic of Spring and New Growth
Join us to delight in the magic of words, story, community, light, and new growth. Mid-May is a magical time to linger on the retreat land outside of Goldendale, Washington. We will learn from the natural world and invite its inspiration as we read poetry, share responses, and create. Some guided meditation will be offered, […]
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Equanimity & Inclusion Group
Equanimity & Inclusion Group
This group meets monthly to explore becoming Allies for full inclusion of all beings without exception.
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Shamatha Meditation – AM
Shamatha Meditation – AM
To join via Zoom: A red "Connect to Zoom" button will appear near the bottom of this event page 15 minutes prior to each session (i.e., Sunday at 8:45am). Please refresh your window if it is not appearing. If you are still having trouble, please email for assistance. The foundation of Buddhist meditation is […]
KCC Board Meeting
KCC Board Meeting
he KCC Board of Directors meets on the third Sunday of every month. Sangha members are welcome to attend.
Shamatha Meditation – PM
Shamatha Meditation – PM
ZOOM only. At 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.
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BOOK GROUP—Joyfully Just: Black Wisdom and Buddhist Insights for Liberated Living
BOOK GROUP—Joyfully Just: Black Wisdom and Buddhist Insights for Liberated Living
KCC Book Group meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month
9:30 to 11:00 a.m. at KCC Portland Center (No Zoom)
Everyone is welcome
Interested? Contact if you have questions.
Death and Dying Study Group
Death and Dying Study Group
Participation 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 the organizer.
Green Tara Practice
Green Tara Practice
The practice of Green Tara belongs to the vajrayana class of meditations. Tara is considered the embodiment of the activity of all the buddhas.
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Chenrezi Practice
Chenrezi Practice
The practice of Chenrezi — the embodiment of the compassion of all the buddhas — is an excellent introduction to yidam practice of vajrayana Buddhism.
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Memorial for Zopa Herron
Memorial for Zopa Herron
Please join us Saturday, May 24th, from 10:00 am to 12:15 pm to celebrate the life of our dear dharma sister, teacher, and friend, Zopa Herron. According to Zopa's directive, from 10:00 to 10:45 we will engage in practices especially requested by Zopa, From 11:00 am on we will pay homage and offer stories of love […]
Mandala Dance of the 21 Praises of Tara
Mandala Dance of the 21 Praises of Tara
Mandala Dance of the 21 Praises of Tara Saturday, May 24th, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm 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 […]
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Children’s Program
Children’s Program
On 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.
Shamatha Meditation – AM
Shamatha Meditation – AM
To join via Zoom: A red "Connect to Zoom" button will appear near the bottom of this event page 15 minutes prior to each session (i.e., Sunday at 8:45am). Please refresh your window if it is not appearing. If you are still having trouble, please email for assistance. The foundation of Buddhist meditation is […]
Karma Cleaners
Karma Cleaners
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!
Shamatha Meditation – PM
Shamatha Meditation – PM
ZOOM only. At 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.
1 event,
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Green Tara Practice
Green Tara Practice
The practice of Green Tara belongs to the vajrayana class of meditations. Tara is considered the embodiment of the activity of all the buddhas.
2 events,
Chenrezi Practice
Chenrezi Practice
The practice of Chenrezi — the embodiment of the compassion of all the buddhas — is an excellent introduction to yidam practice of vajrayana Buddhism.
1 event,
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The Three Turnings of the Wheel of Dharma with Khenpo Lodrö Donyö Rinpoche
The Three Turnings of the Wheel of Dharma outline three approaches to the teachings of Buddha Shakyamuni with increasing subtlety and profundity. In the lineages of Vajrayana Buddhism that flourished in Tibet, all three are practiced in unison. Khenchen Rinpoche will teach on the essences of each of these three, explain how we integrate each […]
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