Buddha Avalokiteshvara is the embodiment of the compassion of all enlightened beings.   This empowerment is a sublime guided meditation through which we develop a relationship with Guru Avalokiteshvara, and connect with a beautiful optimistic vision of possibility and transformation in which we receive and radiate love, compassion and wisdom. 

“When we become a Buddha our happiness radiates eternally as compassion, nourishing all living beings and gradually drawing them into the same state.” ~Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, How to Transform Your Life.

Through imagination, guided meditation and blessings, we feel personally empowered to become the person we wish to be, and to progress towards our own enlightenment.

This event is suitable for everyone.

To Register: Click Here. Please note, this event is in-person only.

Cost:  $65 for whole weekend ($60 for early registration by Dec 3rd, students, seniors 62+, and unemployed)

$55 for Saturday only ($50 for early registration by Dec 3rd, students, seniors 62+, and unemployed)

Free for Benefactor Level Members.

Includes Saturday lunch.

Schedule: 

Saturday, Dec 10

Empowerment: 10am - 12pm (note:  please arrive by 9:45am)

Group Picture:  12-12:15pm

Commentary: 2-3:30 pm

Offering to the Spiritual Guide Prayers: 4:30-6:30pm

Sunday, Dec 11

Retreat Session 1: 1:30 - 2:45pm

Retreat Session 2: 3:15pm -4:30pm

Q&A: 4:30 - 4:45pm

About the Teacher: Gen Kelsang Chogden

Gen Kelsang Chogden is a Buddhist nun and Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center Maryland.

Gen Chogden has been practicing Kadampa Buddhism since 1998 under Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, who gave her the title “Gen” indicating that she is a senior ordained teacher of the Kadampa Tradition.

She is well-loved for her warmth, kindness, and wisdom, which have come from her sincere and heartfelt practice of Kadam Dharma over many years.

Her teachings are always practical and easy to apply to everyday life. Through her gentle and joyful approach and her peaceful example, she has helped many people find true happiness in their hearts.