Sangha Profiles
Volunteer Appreciation for Robin
June 24, 2026
Robin was the tea and shine tender for First Sunday’s half-day sit for several years at KCC. (every other first Sunday is Chenrezi practice and instruction). Robin says: “If you’re thinking about volunteering at KCC you’ll enjoy it and it will bring you closer to the community!”
Appreciation for Dora DeCoursey
May 21, 2026
In this year of KCC’s Golden Jubilee, we are honored to highlight Dora DeCoursey’s more than 45 years of service to our center. Dora has had a hand in the creation and maintenance of all that we value at KCC – from its curriculum to its events to the beauty and function of SCOL, our rural retreat center.
KCC Welcomes Greg Robillard to the Board of Directors
March 26, 2026
KCC joyfully welcomes Greg Robillard to the Board of Directors. For those who were present at this week’s sangha meeting, it was a pleasure to share the announcement and to hear about his background. We look forward to working with Greg and the rich set of skills he brings to the center and our community.
Volunteer Appreciation for Lotus
March 16, 2026
Since moving to Portland in 2016, Lotus has become a vibrant and dedicated member of the KCC community. We are deeply grateful for Lotus’ joyful spirit, thoughtful practice, her advocacy, and unwavering dedication to others.
KCC Welcomes Judatha Kline to the Board of Directors
February 23, 2026
KCC joyfully welcomes Judatha as our newest board member. We are grateful for the wisdom, care, and steady support she has long offered our community, and look forward to her continued contributions to the flourishing of the center.
Volunteer appreciation for Peter Wood
January 22, 2026
Sangha member Peter Wood’s life illustrates how a spiritual path can unfold through personal interest, open minded curiosity, travel, independent study, commitment, and service to the greater good.
Gratitude for Brad Upton
November 20, 2025
Sangha member Brad Upton has an inspiring story about how he came to be directly involved with KCC, eventually becoming a critically important volunteer.
Update about Volunteer Support Service Group
January 27, 2024
Hello folks, As you know, we truly count on ALL of you and our volunteers to keep our Sangha moving forward! We are thankful to have a large group of […]
Ice Storm by Kay Hartsock
February 26, 2021
Sangha member Kay Hartsock lives on a small farm outside of Aurora, south of Portland. Her power went off for an extended period of time during the recent snow and […]
What I Did During Her Three-Year Retreat
February 1, 2021
By Alan Gladstone I was asked to share something of my experience while my wife, Susan (Loden), was on three-year retreat at SCOL from April 2015 until June 2018. Among […]
