SUNDAY MORNING
BODHICHITTA CENTRE
In-Person + Live-streamed
DAY: Sunday Morning ~ Hybrid
TIME: 10.00-11.15am
Doors will open for drop-in at approx. 9:45am
COST: $12 per class / Free for Members
WHERE: 970 Blanshard Street, Victoria
Suitable for everyone! These classes offer practical methods to improve the quality of our lives through meditation and Buddhist teachings.
These classes can be attended in person or online. If you are attending in person please arrive at Bodhichitta Centre a 5-15 minutes before class starts and pay $12 at the door (cash, credit card or cheque) or just check in if a member.
REGISTER HERE if you are attending online
This link is for registration for all four classes. For individual classes, use the links in each class description below. (All registration is for ONLINE access ONLY)
FREE WITH MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP
Enrol in a $50 monthly membership and enjoy unlimited access to these classes (on-line or in-person) plus discounts on other Bodhichitta Centre events. (Please enrol online at least 3 days before the class)
Change Your Mind, Change Your World
The mind is the most powerful agent of change in the world. What we experience in our life reflects the quality of our mind. This 4-part series will emphasize the deeply relaxing and profoundly illuminating meditation on the nature of the mind. Each class will highlight a different way in which we can use this meditation to deepen our understanding of how our minds create our experiences, and consequently how we can creatively and meaningfully relate to both painful and joyful emotions.
Sept 12 ~ CLEAR SKY MIND
Meditating on the pure nature of our mind creates a deeply relaxing and profoundly illuminating experience. Register Here for online access.
Sept 19 ~ OUR SUBTLE INDESTRUCTIBLE NATURE
Understanding the subtle nature of our mind gives deep insight into our pure nature and great potential for happiness. Register Here for online access.
Sept 26 ~ OUR CREATIVE PERCEPTION
The mind is the most powerful change agent in the world. What we experience in our life reflects the quality of our mind. Register Here for online access.
Oct 3 ~ THE POWER OF INTENTION
By deepening our understanding of how our minds create our experiences, we begin to relate more meaningfully and positively to both painful and joyful emotions. Register Here for online access.
Guided Meditation
Teaching
The teacher will then give a practical teaching based on the book, How to Transform Your Life, by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. The teaching will focus on how we can integrate Buddha’s timeless wisdom into our busy daily lives.
Concluding Meditation
THE TEACHER
Gen Kelsang Zopa
A Canadian Buddhist monk, Gen Zopa has been presenting the profound and practical teachings of the Buddhist path to enlightenment for over 20 years. Renowned for the clarity and depth of his teachings, his warmth and practicality bring to life the ancient art of meditation.
Q. What are the COVID protocols for in-person participants?
- Stay home if sick or not feeling well
- Masks are mandatory for attendees*
- Venue will provide hand sanitizing supplies;
- Venue is practicing routine cleaning and disinfection.
- Capacity is limited
*The teacher will remove their mask once seated.
We encourage you to use our on-line options if you are feeling ill, or if you are not vaccinated or if you are not comfortable or unable to wear a mask.
Q. Do I need to be a Buddhist to attend?
Q. Do I need to have any experience?
Q. How should I dress?
Q. Is there any physical exercise involved?
No. The classes focus on meditation and teachings alone. Chairs are provided for seating.
Q. Do I need to book in advance?
If you are attending in-person, no registration is needed, just pay at the door. If attending online, pre-registration is required using the link above.
Q. Do I have to wait for the next series of classes to begin?
No, please feel free to start at any point during the series. Each class is taught in such a way that if you only attend one class, you will derive benefit from it.
Q. What is your policy regarding fragrance?
Q. What is your policy regarding late arrival?
Our doors open 15 minutes before class start. Kindly arrive at least 5-10 minutes before class start to facilitate check-in and get seated. Out of kindness for our volunteers, students and Teachers, we cannot accommodate latecomers. Thank you for your understanding.