Posted on March 3rd, 2020 by Laura Roth
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
February 2nd: Chenrezig practice
February 9th: Medicine Buddha practice
February 16th: Chenrezig practice
February 23rd: Medicine Buddha practice
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break):
Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. (Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
February 2nd: Joan Atkins teaching: Calm Abiding Meditation
February 9th: Lama Zopa teaching: What are the Preliminary Practices (Ngondro) and Why are They Considered Important?
February 16th: Video teaching: Meditation Instructions with Mingyur Rinpoche
February 23rd: Losar (Tibetan New Year) celebration: Prayers, Green Tara practice, pot luck party
Please Note: Tuesday Programs at 7pm have been discontinued until further notice.
Saturday Programs:
February 8th: 10am and 2pm: Dakpo Targyen Class: Chapter 20. (Continuing series in progress for those already registered. Watch this space for possible announcement of a new series in the spring.)
February 29th: 10am: Ngondro practice (Qualified students only. For information, email ktc.director@albanyktc.org and attend Feb. 16 teaching at 11 am.)
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see and subscribe to our Google calendar here.
Facebook: @AlbanyKarmaThegsumCholing. Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
** Please Note: The center will re-open on Sunday, January 12 for public programs.
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
January 12th: Medicine Buddha practice
January 19th: Chenrezig practice
January 26th: Medicine Buddha practice
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break) :
Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. ( Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
January 12th: Lama Zopa teaching: Recollecting the Guru’s Kindness: The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of our Great Master Kyabje Khenpo Karma Tarchin (Karthar) Rinpoche
January 19th: QiGong – 8 Brocades. Taught by Clare Lowery
January 26th: Book Study – Read aloud/discussion: “Interconnected”, by Karmapa (start p.215, “Working with Aversion”)
Please Note: Tuesday Programs at 7pm have been discontinued until further notice.
Saturday Programs:
January 11th: 10am and 2pm: Dakpo Targyen Class: Chapter 20. (Continuing series in progress for those already registered
January 18th: 10am : Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
January 25th: 10am : Vision Meeting… All interested persons are invited to attend. Bring your ideas about the center, how it could be improved. Lama Zopa will facilitate. Ends at noon. (If you can’t make it to the meeting, we would appreciate your ideas emailed to ktc.director@albanyktc.org).
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see and subscribe to our Google calendar here .
Facebook: @AlbanyKarmaThegsumCholing. Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
**Please Note: The center will be closed from December 16 to Jan. 6.**
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
December 8th: Medicine Buddha
December 15th: Chenrezig Practice
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break):
Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. (Please arriveearly…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
December 8th: Book Study – Read aloud/discussion: “Interconnected”, by Karmapa (start p. 203)
December 15th: Laura Roth teaching: Death & Dying in Tibetan Buddhism
Please Note: Tuesday Programs at 7pm have been discontinued until further notice.
Thursday, December 5th at 7pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday Programs:
December 7th: 10am: Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
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Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see and subscribe to our Google calendar here.
Facebook: @AlbanyKarmaThegsumCholing. Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
Albany Karma Thegsum Chöling Schedule for November 2019
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
November 3rd: Chenrezig
November 10th: Medicine Buddha
November 17th: Chenrezig
November 24th: Medicine Buddha
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break) :
Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. ( Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
November 3rd: Video teaching: Meditation Instructions with Mingyur Rinpoche (continuing series)
November 10th: Joan Atkins teaching: “The 10 Dharma Activities and the 6 Recollections”
November 17th: Lama Zopa teaching: “The Life and Legacy of Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche”
November 24th: QiGong (taught by Clare Lowery)
Tuesday Programs at 7pm:
November 5th: Green Tara Practice
November 12th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
November 19th: Green Tara Practice
November 26th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
Thursday, November 14th at 7pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday Programs:
November 9th: 10am : Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
November 16th: 10am and 2pm: Dakpo Targyen Class: Chapters 19 & 20. (Continuing series in progress for those already registered.)
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Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change.For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see and subscribe to our Google calendar here .
Facebook: @AlbanyKarmaThegsumCholing. Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
Special Guest Teaching October 26-27: The Way of the Bodhisattva with Khenpo David Karma Choephel: Saturday Oct. 26, 10am-12pm and 2:30pm-4:30pm, Sunday Oct. 27, 10am-12pm. Suggested donation $20 per session (members $15), but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. More details will follow.
*******NOTE: Sunday, October 20, No Program. KTC closed for Cremation Ceremony of our Beloved Master, Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche******
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
October 6th: Medicine Buddha practice for Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche’s long life
October 13th: Medicine Buddha
October 20th: Chenrezig
October 27th: Medicine Buddha
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break): Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. (Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
October 6th: Green Tara practice for Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche’s long life
October 13th: Book Study – Read aloud/discussion: “Interconnected”, by Karmapa (start p.185)
October 20th: CANCELLEDJoan Atkins teaching: “The 10 Dharma Activities and the 6 Recollections”
October 27th: Special Guest Teaching: The Way of the Bodhisattva with Khenpo David Karma Choephel (see top of page)
Tuesday Programs at 7pm:
October 1st: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
October 8th: Green Tara Practice
October 15th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
October 22nd: Green Tara Practice
October 29th:Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
Saturday Programs:
October 12th: 10am: Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
October 26th: Special Guest Teaching: The Way of the Bodhisattva with Khenpo David Karma Choephel (see top of page)
. . . . . .Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see and subscribe to our Google calendar here. Facebook: @AlbanyKarmaThegsumCholing.
Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
Albany Karma Thegsum Chöling Schedule for September 2019
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
September 1st: Medicine Buddha
September 8th: Chenrezig
September 15th: Medicine Buddha
September 22nd: Chenrezig
September 29th: Medicine Buddha
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break) :Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. ( Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
September 1st: Book Study: Read aloud/discussion: “Interconnected”, by Karmapa,
starting on p. 172
September 8th: NO PROGRAM
September 15th: QiGong (taught by Clare Lowery)
September 22nd: Lama Zopa teaching: How to Listen to the Dharma
September 29th: Video teaching: Meditation Instructions with Mingyur Rinpoche
Tuesday Programs at 7pm:
September 3rd: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
September 10th: Green Tara Practice
September 17th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
September 24th: Green Tara Practice
Thursday, September 5th at 7pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday Programs:
September 14th: 10am : Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
September 21st: Dakpo Targyen Class: 10am and 2pm . (Continuing series in progress for those already registered.)
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Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see and subscribe to our Google calendar.
Facebook: @AlbanyKarmaThegsumCholing.Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
Albany Karma Thegsum Chöling Schedule for August 2019
Picnic: Sunday August 4: Meet at noon at Mohawk River Park, 71 Schermerhorn Rd., Latham. (Carpooling also available from our center at 11 am, after meditation). Kindly bring a vegetarian dish, snack, dessert or non-alcoholic beverage to share. ( Rain location is our center at Doane Stuart School. Please check your email for last minute rain notification. )
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
August 4th: Medicine Buddha
August 11th: Chenrezig
August 18th: Medicine Buddha
August 25th: Chenrezig
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break): Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. ( Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
August 4th: No program. Picnic at noon. See top of page.
August 11th: Book Study: Read aloud/discussion: “Interconnected”, by Karmapa, Chapter 9
August 18th: Laura Roth teaching: Mind Training Root Verses (Part 2)
August 25th: Video teaching: (subject TBD)
Tuesday Programs at 7pm:
August 6th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
August 13th: Green Tara Practice
August 20th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
August 27th: Green Tara Practice
Thursday, August 8th at 7pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday, August 10 at 10 am: Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
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Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see and subscribe to our Google calendar.
Facebook: @AlbanyKarmaThegsumCholing. Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
Visiting Teacher July 20-21: Khenpo Ugyen teaches on Medicine Buddha: Sutra,
Empowerment, and Practice. Translation by Khenpo Sangye Trinley. 4 sessions: Sat. 10:00am
& 2:30pm Sutra, Sun. 10:00am Empowerment, Sunday 2:30pm Practice
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
July 7th: Medicine Buddha
July 14th: Chenrezig
July 21st: No practice (Medicine Buddha Empowerment starts at 10 am )
July 30th: Chenrezig
Every Sunday (except 7/21) at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break) :
Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. ( Please arrive
early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
July 7th: Book Study: Group reading & discussion: “Interconnected” by Karmapa
July 14th: Laura Roth teaching: Mind Training Root Verses
July 21st: Khenpo Ugyen: Medicine Buddha Empowerment: 10am to noon .
Refuge will be offered first for those who wish it.
July 28th: Video teaching: Karmapa: “The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva” (4 of 5)
Tuesday Programs at 7pm:
July 2nd: Green Tara Practice
July 9th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
July 16th: Green Tara Practice
July 23rd: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
July 30th: Green Tara Practice
Saturday Programs:
July 13th: 10am : Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
July 20th: 10am & 2:30pm: Teachings of Medicine Buddha Sutra by Khenpo Ugyen
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Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change.
For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see and subscribe to our Google calendar.
Facebook: @AlbanyKarmaThegsumCholing. Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
June 2nd: Chenrezig
June 9th: Medicine Buddha
June 16th: Chenrezig
June 23rd: Medicine Buddha
June 30th: Chenrezig
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break):
Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. (Please arrive
early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
June 2nd: Video teaching: Karmapa: “The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva” (3 of 5)
June 9th: Book Study: “Interconnected”, by Karmapa
June 16th: Lama Zopa teaching: Who is Padmasambhava? Why is He Important?
June 23rd: Joan Atkins teaching: Overview of mind training (Lojong)
June 30th: Video teaching: Karmapa: “The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva” (4 of 5)
Tuesday Programs at 7pm:
June 4th: Green Tara Practice
June 11th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
June 18th: Green Tara Practice
June 25th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
Thursday, June 6th at 7pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday Programs:
June 1st: 9:30am: Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
June 15th: Dakpo Targyen Class: 10am and 2pm. Chapter 19: The Bodhisattva Levels
(Bhumi). (Continuing series in progress for those already registered.)
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change.
For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see and subscribe to our Google calendar.
Facebook: @AlbanyKarmaThegsumCholing. Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
May 5th: ALBANY KTC WILL BE CLOSED
May 12th: Medicine Buddha
May 19th: Chenrezig
May 26th: Medicine Buddha
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break):Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. (Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation. instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
May 5th: ALBANY KTC WILL BE CLOSED
May 12th: Laura Roth teaching: Sending and Receiving meditation (Tonglen in Tibetan), how to generate compassion.
May 19th: Members meeting (non-members also welcome)
May 26th: Installation & Dedication of Kangyur with Lama Karma Drodul and Lama Zopa…
including a brief teaching. The Kangyur is the text of the complete words of the Buddha, in
Tibetan pecha form. This will become an essential part of Albany KTC’s shrine, completing
representations of Buddha, Dharma (the Kangyur), and Sangha.
Tuesday Programs at 7pm:
May 7th: Green Tara Practice
May 14th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
May 21st: Green Tara Practice
May 28th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
Thursday, May 2nd at 7pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday Programs:
May 11th: Dakpo Targyen Class: 10am and 2pm. Chapter 19: The Bodhisattva Levels
(Bhumi). (Continuing series in progress for those already registered.)
May 18th: 10am: Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see and subscribe to our Google calendar.
Facebook: @AlbanyKarmaThegsumCholing. Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
Special Teaching April 12-14: Webcast teaching by Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche: “Loving-Kindness and Compassion”. 5 sessions: Friday 7pm, Sat. 10:30am & 3:30pm, Sun.10:30am & 2:30pm. Webcasting exclusively to KTC centers. More details at KTD calendar .
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
April 7th: Medicine Buddha
April 14th: Chenrezig
April 21st: Medicine Buddha
April 28th: Chenrezig
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break) : Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. ( Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
April 7th: Laura Roth teaching: Essentials of a Daily Practice
April 14th: Live webcast from KTD: Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche: “Loving-Kindness and Compassion”. (part of a 5 session weekend program – see above for details)
April 21st: Book Study: “Interconnected”, by Karmapa. Chapter 8, starting on p.155
April 28th: Joan Atkins: basic teaching (Unitarian group visiting)
Tuesday Programs at 7pm:
April 2nd: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
April 9th: Green Tara Practice
April 16th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
April 23rd: Green Tara Practice
April 30th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
Thursday, April 18th at 7pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday Programs:
April 13th: 10:30am & 3:30pm : Webcast teaching by Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche (part of a 5 session weekend program – see above for details)
April 20th: 10am : Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
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Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see and subscribe to our Google calendar here .
Facebook: @AlbanyKarmaThegsumCholing. Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
March 3rd: Chenrezig
March 10th: Medicine Buddha
March 17th: Chenrezig
March 24th: Medicine Buddha
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break) : Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. ( Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
March 3rd: Laura Roth teaching: Four Dharmas of Gampopa
March 10th: Lama Zopa teaching: What is the Nature of Mind?
March 17th: Book Study: Interconnected, by Karmapa. Chapter 7, starting on p.140
March 24th: Lama Zopa teaching: Who is Padmasambhava? Why is He Important? After the teaching, there will be an optional lunch out, then we will attend an exhibit on Padmasambhava at the Tang Museum at Skidmore (Saratoga Springs), arriving at 2pm. For more info, please contact ktc.director@albanyktc.org
Tuesday Programs at 7pm:
March 5th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
March 12th: Guru Rinpoche Tsok ( bring a snack food offering – setup starts at 6:30 pm )
March 19th: Green Tara Practice
March 26th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
Thursday, March 7th at 7pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday Programs:
March 9th: Dakpo Targyen Class: 10am and 2pm . Five Paths (Chapter 18) (Continuing series in progress for those already registered. For more info, please contact ktc.director@albanyktc.org)
March 16th: 10am : Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see and subscribe to our Google calendar here .
Facebook: @AlbanyKarmaThegsumCholing. Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
February 3rd: Chenrezig
February 10th: Medicine Buddha
February 17th: Chenrezig
February 24th: Medicine Buddha
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break):
Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. (Please arriveearly…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
February 3rd: Video teaching: Karmapa: The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva (2 of 5)
February 10th: Lama Zopa teaching: Eight Verses of Mind Training
February 17th: Teaching: The Ethical Foundation of Practice: The 10 Actions (Joan Atkins)
February 24th: Book Study: Interconnected, by Karmapa. Chapter 7
Tuesday Programs at 7pm:
February 5th: Losar Observance (special prayers), Green Tara Practice, Losar celebration with snacks at end.
February 12th: Guru Rinpoche Tsok (bring a snack food offering – setup starts at 6:30 pm)
February 19th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
February 26th: Green Tara Practice
Thursday, February 7th at 7pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday Programs:
February 9th: Dakpo Targyen Class: 10am and 2pm. Five Paths (Chapter 18). (Continuing series in progress for those already registered. For more info, please contact ktc.director@albanyktc.org)
February 16th: 10am: Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see (and subscribe to) our Google calendar here.
Facebook: @AlbanyKarmaThegsumCholing. Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
Albany Karma Thegsum Chöling Schedule for January 2019
**Please Note: We will be closed Sunday Jan. 6. We re-open Tuesday Jan. 8.**
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
January 13th: Medicine Buddha
January 20th: Chenrezig
January 27th: Medicine Buddha
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break):
Meditation:Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. (Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
January 13th: Book Study: “Interconnected” by Karmapa. Chapter 6: “Opening Heart and Mind”.
January 20th: Teaching: “The Ethical Foundation of Practice: The 10 Actions” (Joan
Atkins)
January 27th: Lama Zopa teaching: “Nature of Mantra”
Tuesday Programs at 7pm:
January 8th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
January 15th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
January 22nd: Green Tara Practice
January 29th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
Thursday, January 10th at 7pm:Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday, January 19th at 10am: Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information anytime (including cancellations), please see (and subscribe to) our Google calendar here .
Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
**Please Note: We will be closed from December 19 through January 7.**
Holiday Party: Dec. 15, 4-7 pm. Please bring a vegetarian dish to share or snacks. Location: Marilyn’s house (for directions, email nelskent@gmail.com)
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
December 2nd: Medicine Buddha
December 9th: Chenrezig
December 16th: Medicine Buddha
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break): Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. (Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
December 2nd: Qi Gong (taught by Clare Lowery).
December 9th: Video teaching: Karmapa: “The 37 Practices of a Bodhisattva” (1 of 5).
December 16th: Lama Zopa teaching: “Why Do We Dedicate Merit?”
Tuesday Programs at 7pm:
December 4th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
December 11th: Green Tara Practice
December 18th: Guru Rinpoche Tsok (bring a snack food offering – setup starts at 6:30 pm)
Thursday, December 6th at 7pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday Programs:
December 15th: Dakpo Targyen class: 10am – noon. (continuing series in progress for those already registered. For more info, please contact ktc.director@albanyktc.org)
December 15th: Holiday Party 4-7 pm (see above).
Sunday, December 16th at 2pm: Dakpo Targyen class: 2 – 4 pm. (continuing series in progress for those already registered.)
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Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information (including cancellations), please see (and subscribe to) our Google calendar here.
Our website: http://albanyktc.org/ Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org
Albany KTC Tibetan Buddhist Meditation and Study Center, meeting at Doane Stuart School, 199 Washington Ave., Rensselaer, NY 12144
Special Teaching November 9-11: Webcast teaching by Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche on Devi Mahashri Lhamo Palchen. 5 sessions: Friday 7pm, Sat. 10:30am & 3:30pm, Sun. 10:30am & 2:30pm. Webcasting exclusively to KTC centers. More details at KTD calendar.
Sunday Practices at 9am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
November 4th: Medicine Buddha
November 11th: Chenrezig
November 18th: Medicine Buddha
November 25th: Chenrezig
Every Sunday at 10am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break):
Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. (Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
November 4th: Teaching: “The Life of the Buddha” Part 2, by Joan Atkins.
November 11th: Webcast teaching by Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche on Devi Mahashri Lhamo Palchen (part of a 5 session weekend program – see above for details)
November 18th: Book Study: “Interconnected”, by Karmapa. Chapter TBA
November 25th: Lama Zopa teaching: “Why Do We Request Teachings?”
Sunday, November 25th at 2pm: Lama Zopa teaching on Phowa practice (qualified students only).
Tuesday Programs at 7pm:
November 6th: Green Tara Practice
November 13th: Guru Rinpoche Tsok (bring a snack food offering – setup starts at 6:30 pm)
November 20th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
November 27th: Green Tara Practice
Thursday, November 8th at 7pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday Programs:
November 10th: 10:30am & 3:30pm: Webcast teaching by Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche (part of a 5 session weekend program – see above for details)
November 17th: 10am: Ngondro practice (qualified students only)
November 24th: Dakpo Targyen class: 10am and 2pm (continuing series in progress for those already registered. For more info, please contact ktc.director@albanyktc.org)
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information (including cancellations), please see (and subscribe to) our Google calendar here. Questions & membership: ktc.director@albanyktc.org or (518) 966-7736
Sunday Practices at 9 am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
October 7th: Medicine Buddha
October 14th: Chenrezig
October 21st: Medicine Buddha
October 28th: Chenrezig
Every Sunday at 10 am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break):
Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. (Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11 am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
October 7th: Video teaching: Karmapa: “The Three Principal Aspects of the Path”
(4 of 4) from Kagyu Monlam, June 2018.
October 14th: Book Study: Interconnected: Embracing Life in Our Global Society by the 17th Karmapa (Chapter 5, starting on page 110)
October 21st: Lama Zopa teaching: “Why Do We Confess Misdeeds?”
October 28th: Teaching: “The Life of the Buddha” by Joan Atkins
Sunday, October 21st at 2 pm: Lama Zopa teaching on Medicine Buddha practice (all are invited).
Tuesday Programs at 7 pm:
October 2nd: Green Tara Practice
October 9th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
October 16th: Guru Rinpoche Tsok (bring a snack food offering – setup starts at 6:30 pm)
October 23rd: Green Tara Practice
October 30th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
Thursday, October 11th at 7 pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday Programs at 10 am:
October 13th: Ngondro practice (need permission)
October 20th: Dakpo Targyen class: 10 am to 12 pm and 2 to 4 pm (continuing series in progress for those already registered. For more info, please see Lama Zopa or contact ktc.director@albanyktc.org)
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information, please check (and subscribe to) our Google calendar here. Questions: ktc.director@albanyktc.org or (518) 966-7736
Special Guest Teaching September 21-22: Treasury of Abhidharma with Khenpo Karma Choephel: Friday Sept. 21 at 7 pm and Saturday 10am – 12 and 2pm – 4pm. Suggested donation $20 per session (members $15), but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. More details will follow.
Sunday Practices at 9 am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
September 2nd Chenrezig
September 9th: Medicine Buddha
September 16th: Chenrezig
September 23rd: Medicine Buddha
September 30th: Chenrezig
Every Sunday at 10 am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break):
Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. (Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11 am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
September 2nd: No Program
September 9th: Lama Zopa teaching: “Why Do We Confess Misdeeds?”
September 16th: Video teaching: Karmapa: “The Three Principal Aspects of the Path”
(3 of 3) from Kagyu Monlam, June 2018.
September 23rd: Book Study: Interconnected: Embracing Life in Our Global Society by the 17th Karmapa (Chapter TBA)
September 30th: Lama Zopa teaching: “The 11 Virtuous Mental Factors”
Tuesday Programs at 7 pm:
September 4th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
September 11th: Green Tara Practice
September 18th: Guru Rinpoche Tsok (bring a snack food offering – setup starts at 6:30 pm)
September 25th: Chenrezig/Amitabha Practice
Thursday, September 6th at 7 pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Friday, September 21st at 7 pm: Khenpo Choephel teaching:Treasury of Abhidharma
Saturday Programs at 10 am:
September 8th: Ngondro practice (need permission)
September 22nd: Khenpo Choephel teaching: Treasury of Abhidharma (starts Friday evening)
September 29th: Dakpo Targyen class: 10 am to 12 pm and 2 to 4 pm (continuing series in progress for those already registered. For more info, please see Lama Zopa or contact ktc.director@albanyktc.org)
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information, please check (and subscribe to) our Google calendar here. Questions: ktc.director@albanyktc.org or (518) 966-7736
Sunday Practices at 9 am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
August 5th: Chenrezik
August 12th: Medicine Buddha
August 19th: Chenrezik
August 26th: Medicine Buddha
Every Sunday at 10 am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break):
Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. (Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11 am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
August 5th: Book Study: “Interconnected”, by Karmapa. Chapter 6: “Opening Heart and Mind”
August 12th: Lama Zopa teaching: “Why Do We Make Offerings?”
August 19th: Video teaching: Karmapa: “The Three Principal Aspects of the Path” (2 of 3) from Kagyu Monlam, June 2018.
August 26th: Qi Gong (taught by Clare Lowery)
Tuesday Programs at 7 pm:
August 7th: Chenrezik/Amitabha Practice
August 14th: Green Tara Practice
August 21st: Chenrezik/Amitabha Practice
August 28th: Green Tara Practice
(Tsoks will resume in September)
Thursday, August 23rd: 7 pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information, please check (and subscribe to) our Google calendar here. Questions: ktc.director@albanyktc.org or (518) 966-7736
Sunday Practices at 9 am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
July 1rd: Medicine Buddha
July 8th: Chenrezik
July 15th: Medicine Buddha
July 22th: Chenrezik
July 29th: Medicine Buddha
Every Sunday at 10 am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break):
Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. ( Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11 am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
July 1st: Lama Zopa teaching: “Why do we do Prostrations?”
July 8th: Video teaching: Karmapa: The Three Principal Aspects of the Path (1 of 3). Kagyu Monlam June 2018.
July 15th: Lama Zopa teaching: “Chokhor Duchen (Turning of Wheel of Dharma)”
July 22th: Book Study: “Interconnected”, by Karmapa. Chapter 6: “Opening Heart and Mind”
July 29th: No 11 am program, but at Noon: Picnic at Town of Colonie Mohawk River Park, 71 Schermerhorn Rd, Cohoes, NY. Bring vegetarian food to share if you wish.
Tuesday Programs at 7 pm:
July 3rd: Green Tara Practice
July 10th: Chenrezik/Amitabha Practice
July 17th: Green Tara Practice
July 24nd: Chenrezik/Amitabha Practice
July 31th: Green Tara Practice
Thursday, July 26th: 7 pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday, July 7th: 10 am: Group Ngondro practice for those qualified . (If interested in starting this, please see Lama Zopa or email ktc.director@albanyktc.org)
Saturday, July 14th: 10 am to 12 pm and 2 to 4 pm : Dakpo Targyen class. Chapter 18.(continuing series in progress for those already registered. For more info, please see Lama Zopa or contact ktc.director@albanyktc.org)
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information, please check (and subscribe to) our Google calendar here. Questions: ktc.director@albanyktc.org or (518) 966-7736
Special Guest Teaching June 23-24: Lama Wufang : Sorry, This teaching postponed!
Saturday 10 am-12. History & Importance of Amitabha & Chenrezik
Saturday 2-4 pm. Qi Gong
Sunday 10-11 am.Guided meditation on Chenrezik
Suggested donation $20 per session (members $15), but no one willbe turned away for lack of funds. More details will follow.
Sunday Practices at 9 am: (45 minutes. Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.)
June 3rd: Medicine Buddha
June 10th: Chenrezik
June 17th: Chenrezik
June 24th: Chenrezik
Every Sunday at 10 am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break) :Meditation: Shamatha (calm abiding), walking meditation, tonglen. ( Please arrive early…practice begins promptly.) Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11 am: (1 hour. Please arrive early…program begins promptly.)
June 3rd: Lama Zopa teaching: 7 Line Prayer of Guru Rinpoche
June 10th: Book Study: Interconnected: Embracing Life in Our Global Society by the 17th Karmapa, Chapter 6: “Opening Heart and Mind”
June 17th: (No Program)
June 24th: (No Program). There will be a birthday celebration for HH Karmapa at KTD (Woodstock) at noon. See https://kagyu.org
Tuesday Programs at 7 pm:
June 5th: Chenrezik/Amitabha Practice
June 12th: Short Green Tara Practice
June 19th: Chenrezik/Amitabha Practice
June 26nd: Guru Rinpoche Tsok ( bring a snack food offering – setup starts at 6:30 pm )
Thursday, June 14th at 7 pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday, June 9 (1-6 pm) : Albany KTC will have a table at “Change Your Mind Day” at the Unitarian Church, Albany. See http://www.organizingmindfulness.org/
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated.
Questions: ktc.director@albanyktc.org or (518) 966-7736
Sunday Practices at 9 am: (45 minutes)
May 6th: Medicine Buddha
May 13th: Chenrezik
May 20th: Medicine Buddha
May 27th: Chenrezik
Every Sunday at 10 am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break) :
Shamatha (calm abiding) meditation, walking meditation, tonglen.
Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11 am: (1 hour)
May 6th: Lama Zopa teaching: Short Medicine Buddha practice
May 13th: Book Study: Interconnected: Embracing Life in Our Global Society by the 17th Karmapa, Chapter 4
May 20th: Lama Zopa teaching: 8 Auspicious Symbols
May 27th: Video teaching: 17th Karmapa on “The 4 Dharmas of Gampopa” (KTD 2015) Part 4
Tuesday Programs at 7 pm:
May 1st: Chenrezik/Amitabha Practice
May 8th: Short Green Tara Practice
May 15th: Chenrezik/Amitabha Practice
May 22nd: Guru Rinpoche Tsok ( bring a snack food offering – setup starts at 6:30 pm )
May 29th: Chenrezik/Amitabha Practice
Thursday, May 17th at 7 pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday, May 5th: 10 am to 12 pm and 2 to 4 pm : Dakpo Targyen class with EXAM. (continuing series in progress for those already registered. For more info, please see Lama Zopa or contact ktc.director@albanyktc.org)
Saturday, May 12 and Sunday May 13 , Albany KTC will have a table at the Tulip Fest in Washington Park, Albany. All are welcome to stop by. We could use somemore help staffing the table , so if you haven’t already signed up for that, please email below. You can see the available time slots on the calendar link below.
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information, please check (and subscribe to) our Google calendar here .
Questions: ktc.director@albanyktc.org or (518) 966-7736
Special Program: Webcast live from KTD: Aspiration Prayer of Sukhavati with Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche. Friday 4/27 at 7:00 pm, Saturday 4/28 at 10:30 am & 3:30 pm, Sunday 4/29 at 10:30 & 2:30 pm. Shown on our big screen TV. Questions for Rinpoche can be submitted via email.
Sunday Practices at 9 am: (45 minutes)
April 1st: Chenrezik
April 8th: Medicine Buddha
April 15th: Chenrezik
April 22nd: Medicine Buddha
April 29th: Chenrezik
Every Sunday at 10 am: (45 minutes, followed by tea break) : Shamatha (calm abiding) meditation, walking meditation, tonglen. Free meditation instruction is available.
Sunday Programs at 11 am: (1 hour)
April 1st: Video teaching: 17th Karmapa on “The 4 Dharmas of Gampopa” Part 3 (KTD 2015)
April 8th: Members meeting (Non-members also welcome. Bagels & tea will be provided)
April 15th: Book Study: Interconnected: Embracing Life in Our Global Society by the 17th Karmapa, Chapter 4, “Equality and Diversity”
April 22nd: Lama Zopa teaching: Ksitigarbha – “Bodhisattva, Essence of the Earth”
April 29th: Webcast from KTD at 10:30 am and 2:30 pm ( see details at top of page )
Tuesday Programs at 7 pm:
April 3rd: Chenrezik/Amitabha Practice
April 10th: Short Green Tara Practice
April 17th: Chenrezik/Amitabha Practice
April 24th: Guru Rinpoche Tsok ( bring a snack food offering – setup starts at 6:30 pm )
Thursday, April 19th at 7 pm: Phowa practice (qualified students only)
Saturday, April 7th: 10 am to 12:00 pm and 2 to 4 pm : Dakpo Targyen class (continuing series in progress for those already registered. For more info, please see Lama Zopa or contact ktc.director@albanyktc.org)
Please Note: A donation of $5 by non-members for Sunday teachings is appreciated. This schedule is subject to change. For the latest information, please check (and subscribe to) our Google calendar here . Questions: ktc.director@albanyktc.org or (518) 966-7736