Refuge Retreat

Buddha taught how all of our problems and unhappiness are rooted in negative states of mind such as anger, attachment, and confusion. Unless we learn practical methods to let go of these negative minds it will be impossible for us to experience real freedom and happiness, and we will find that we are unable to maintain a happy mind when things are not going well for us in life.

On this partially guided retreat, we will engage in meditations to help us develop deep faith in the Three Jewels – Buddha, Dharma (Buddhist teachings), and Sangha (the spiritual community). By going for refuge to the Three Jewels we can overcome our negative states of mind, find mental stability, and permanent freedom from our problems. Seeking refuge in the Three Jewels is the essence of the Buddhist way of life.

The prayer booklet we will be using for this retreat is “Essence of Good Fortune”. It will be made available for you to use at the Centre.

You will receive instructions for the unguided retreat sessions.

This retreat will be offered both in person and online.

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Retreat Schedule
Sunday | Mar 8

7:00 – 8:30 pm Retreat session (guided by Gen Khacho)

Monday | Mar 9

8:00 – 9:30am Retreat session (guided by Gen Khacho)

10:30 – 11:45am Retreat session (unguided)

4:00 – 5:15 pm: Retreat session (unguided)

7:00 – 8:30pm: Retreat session (guided by Gen Khacho)

Tuesday | Mar 10

8:00 – 9:30am Retreat session (guided by Gen Khacho)

10:30am – 11:45am Retreat session (unguided)

4:00 – 5:15 pm: Retreat session (unguided)

7:00 – 8:30 pm: No retreat session – Offering to the Spiritual Guide prayers (everyone welcome)

Wednesday | Mar 11

8:00 – 9:30 am Retreat session (guided by Gen Khacho)

10:30 – 11:45 am Retreat session (unguided)

4:00 – 5:15 pm: Retreat session (unguided)

7:00 – 8:30 pm: Retreat session (guided by Gen Khacho)

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