Week of Events
The Essence of Meditation: Letting Go into Being
So much of our unease, self-criticism, despondency, or stress is caused by thoughts and patterns of thinking that we are often barely aware of. Meditation is about becoming more and more familiar with the essence of our being—that which lies beneath all fleeting experiences and is a source of inherent well being. This retreat is an opportunity to engage more deeply in this process and can equally serve as an introduction to or as an infusion of inspiration for this path of discovery.
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
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.
Newcomers Session
Newcomers Session
All are welcome to attend this session to learn more about KCC and the programs offered here. This event has moved from Thursday evening to the Second Sunday of each month following the morning meditation and discussion.
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.
Morning Meditation
Engaged Buddhism Climate Change Book Study/Contemplation Group
Engaged Buddhism Climate Change Book Study/Contemplation Group
We are reading the 2022 release of "Active Hope: How to Face the Mess We're in with Unexpected Resilience and Creative Power" by Joanna Macy and Chris Johnstone.
Morning Meditation
BOOK GROUP—Home is Here: Practicing Antiracism with the Engaged Eightfold Path
BOOK GROUP—Home is Here: Practicing Antiracism with the Engaged Eightfold Path
KCC Book Group meets the 1st, 3rd, and 5th 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
Tonight, April 16, we host a special Green Tara in person at the Portland Center, as well as on Zoom. All are welcome for tea, snacks and socializing at 6:15pm before the practice begins at 7:00pm.
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.
Morning Meditation
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.
Morning Meditation
CANCELED TODAY: Equanimity & Inclusion Group
CANCELED TODAY: Equanimity & Inclusion Group
Canceled for April 20th. This group will meet again next month on May 18th. This group meets monthly on the third Saturday to explore becoming Allies for full inclusion of all beings without exception.
SCOL Work Party – Forestry and Conservation
SCOL Work Party – Forestry and Conservation
We invite you to SCOL for a day of friendship and service to enhance our beautiful forest environment. We will meet at 10am to work on various projects including storing wood for the winter, thinning areas for fire prevention, and trail improvement. There are indoor tasks as well. At noon we will share a potluck […]
NWDA Regional Buddhist Teachers Gathering
NWDA Regional Buddhist Teachers Gathering
Buddhist teachers, monastics, and group leaders from Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Montana, Alaska, and British Columbia have been gathering for more than 15 years at Northwest Dharma Association's regional meetings. These gatherings are an opportunity for Northwest Buddhist teachers and leaders to meet and get to know one another, to share their interests and concerns, and to plan multi-organization events together.