Update: Our previous newsletter neglected to mention the special topic of this Sunday’s online session. After guided mediation, Rachel Parrish will lead a discussion about the 14th Shamar Rinpoche, founder of Bodhi Path. We will share stories, discuss his legacy, and look at Karmapa’s recent reflection on the anniversary of Shamar Rinpoche’s parinivana (June 11th on the western calendar and June 5th this year on the lunar calendar).
Anyone who has participated in Bodhi Path has experienced his teachings and activity. Please join us in this reflection and appreciation, and to learn more about this great master.
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In this issue:
- Priority Registration Now Available for the Dharma Teacher Workshops during the June 20-21 Bodhi Path Online Event. Space is limited so reserve your spot now.
- Rachel Parrish continues to lead Sunday Online sessions, with guided meditation and a discussion of Naragjuna's "Letter to a Friend."
- Karmapa shares a teaching on the practice of non-violence in Buddhism.
- Plus, additional online resources.
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Priority Registration for Bodhi Path Online Event Workshops
Workshops to be held June 20-21
registration deadline June 16
Priority Registration for the Dharma Teacher Workshops during the June 20-21 Bodhi Path Online Event is open now through Tuesday June 16 at 7:00 pm Central time. These workshops are small, interactive sessions organized by Bodhi Path Dharma Teachers from across North America.
Space is limited for each workshop, with a cut-off on the number of allowed registrations. Register early to secure your spot! Each teacher will offer a one-our workshop on Saturday at 2:30 and again on Sunday at 2:30 so you can experience a different teacher each day. Registration links are available at: http://www.bodhipath.org/online-mtg2020/.
The weekend event will also feature larger Keynote teachings from Jigme Rinpoche and Trinlay Rinpoche, and also a Dharma Teacher panel, which offer unlimited attendance.
All events are offered free of charge, with opportunities for participants to make offerings to support the program and the teachers.
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Weekly Online Sessions hosted by Bodhi Path Chicago
with Dharma Teacher Rachel Parrish
Every Sunday, 10:30am-12:00pm Central Daylight Time
No session June 21 due to that day's special Bodhi Path Online Event.
Note: We have updated our Zoom link for these weekly sessions.
(contact chicago@bodhipath.org with any questions, or if you prefer to join via phone)
Each session begins promptly at 10:30am, with a brief orientation, reciting the refuge & bodhicitta prayers, and 15 minutes of shiné meditation, followed by a teaching and discussion on the classic text A Letter to a Friend, by Nagarjuna. These sessions are relaxed, informal, and there is plenty of time for Q&A.
Suggested donations:
- Standard: $10 per session
- Sponsor: $20 per session
- A voluntary teacher offering may be given separately
No one turned away for lack of funds.
You may make donations here: www.bodhipath.org/donate-chicago/
Please specify "program offering" and/or "teacher offering" in the notes.
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Additional Online Teachings
Teachings from Karmapa
Thaye Dorje, His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, shares a teaching on the practice of non-violence in Buddhism, and the importance of investigating the inseparability of form and emptiness.
For more, you can see Karmapa's other recent meditations for our times.
Jigme Rinpoche Teaches Weekly from France
Watch live or view recordings;
No registration necessary.
From April 26 to June 28, Rinpoche is giving a teaching each Sunday morning from 10am to 11:30 am Central Europe Time (that's 3am Central Daylight Time on April 25 in the USA), available through Dhagpo’s Youtube Channel. Teachings are offered in English and translated to French. Recordings of each teaching are made available via the same YouTube channel, usually by the next day. Check out the details here: https://www.dhagpo.org/en/index.php/program/alternative-2020.
Video Teachings from Tsony
Tsony has concluded the ten installments of his COVID-19 diaries, but the recordings remain available online for viewing any time.
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Want to receive more frequent, informal updates about our center? We also maintain a weekly google group mailing list for more details about weekly activities.
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Help us Thrive by Becoming a Monthly Patron!
The generosity of inspired participants is the only support for the center. All costs, including maintaining the facility and supporting our teachers comes exclusively through the generosity of donors like you.
Monthly subscriptions are available at any level and provide your center with the consistent, reliable support necessary to continue its mission. One time donations are also enormously beneficial.
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Welcome to Bodhi Path!
Bodhi Path Buddhist Center of Chicago is a resource for practitioners, scholars, and those curious about meditation and Buddhist philosophy who wish to relate authentic teachings to everyday life. Newcomers are always welcome and no system of belief is ever expected. Practices that require previous experience are noted on the calendar.
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Interested in Finding Out More?
To stay involved with the Bodhi Path community, check us out at:
www.facebook.com/bodhipathchicago.
We also maintain a more frequent Google Group mailing list for weekly activities— you can sign up here.
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