Albany Karma Thegsum Chöling (KTC) is a Buddhist study and meditation center providing authentic teachings and practices of the Kagyu lineage of Tibetan Buddhism.
We are an affiliate center of Karma Triyana Dharmachakra (KTD), the North American seat of His Holiness the 17th Gyalwang Karmapa Ogyen Trinley Dorje; head of the 900 year old Karma Kagyu Lineage and guide to millions of Buddhists around the world.
This Week at Albany KTC
Week of September 28-October 4, 2016
Dear Dharma Friends,
Tuesday 9/27 7 PM Short Green Tara and Confession of Downfalls
Sunday 10/2
9 AM - 10 Chenrezig and Amitabha sadhannas
10 -11 shamata meditation (calm abiding) and tonglen (compassion meditation)
11:15 Q & A with Lama Zopa on Shantideva's Way of the Bodhisattva
May your first week of autumn be awesome.
Yours in the dharma,
Mary Ann Duncan
You have doubts?
Look at the words of the Buddha,
their truth will..... click to read full post
This Month at Albany KTC
October 2016
Regular Schedule
Sunday: 9AM Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
10 AM Meditation Practice (Instruction Available)
11:15 AM Teaching or other program
Tuesday at 7PM: First, Third, and Fifth Tuesdays Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
Second & Fourth Tuesdays Seven Line Prayer to Guru Rinpoche, Short Green Tara Practice, and Confession of Downfalls
Highlights for October 2016
On Tuesday, Oct. 4th, we will dedicate our Chenrezig/Amitabha practice to the memory of Lou Ferayorni, who..... click to read full post
Albany KTC News
August Events
On Saturday, August 13th, we had the honor of hosting David Karma Choephel, who gave an excellent day-long teaching on the Heart Sutra.
On Sunday August 7th, and again on Sunday August 21st, Lama Zopa gave wonderful teachings on The Four Thoughts That Turn the Mind to Dharma. He covered the first 2 of the thoughts and included meditations relevant to the teachings covered. This important series will continue in September with the 3rd thought, Karmic Cause and Effect.Click here for more news updates
