Essential Buddhism
A Meditation Series at KMC Texas
Sundays from 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
Feel free to drop in at any point in the series. Everyone is welcome!
Buddhism is not necessarily a religion, but a spiritual practice of understanding and transforming the mind. Since everyone has a mind, and to find deeper happiness everyone needs to learn how to understand and transform their mind, Buddhism is meaningful or useful for everyone. The essence of Buddhist practice is to develop and maintain a peaceful mind. Meditation is a tool which enables us to create this light, flexible and positive state of mind and transform difficulties into the path. Since everyone wants this kind of freedom, meditation is for everyone.
But how can we achieve this peace and happiness? Where should we start and how can we find support on this journey? How can we develop a transformative meditation practice?
In this teaching series Gen Menla will explore the basic framework of Buddhist teachings and meditation using Prayers for Meditation and Introduction to Buddhism as our guide. He will teach how we can eliminate obstacles within our mind, empower ourselves by accumulating positive energy, and activate, sustain and incorporate spiritual insights into daily life to help solve our problems and improve our relationships.
You do not have to be Buddhist to attend or receive benefit from these classes. Everyone is welcome to learn about meditation, happiness and the Buddhist way of life.
Topics we will explore:
Who is Buddha?
Karma & Reincarnation
Meditation & Mindfulness
What is Enlightenment?
What to expect:
- Classes are approximately 1-1/4 hours long.
- Classes include two guided meditations and a talk on Buddhism for everyday living.
- Occasionally Q&A is offered at the end of the class.
- Although part of a series, each class is self-contained so you can check out any single class or jump into the series midstream.
COST
Online Registration
$40 for the entire series of 4 classes
$32 for Students, Seniors 60+, Veterans, First Responders, or limited income
$12 each class (feel free to drop in at any point in the series)
Registration at the Door
$12 each class (credit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay), $10 cash
$10 for Students, Seniors 60+, Veterans, First Responders, or limited income
Free for Members | Become a Supporting Member
No one turned away for lack of funds
Bring the family! No charge for children 12-18
Live Streaming for this class is available for KMC Texas Monthly Members that are unable to attend in person.
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