Despite the inevitability of our death, and the complete uncertainty of its time, few of us give it a moment’s thought until it’s too late.
In this retreat, we can learn how coming to terms with our mortality enriches our life and enables us to meet our passing with dignity, confidence, and even joy.
We can be inspired to live a pure, liberating lifestyle in which every moment is meaningful.
To Register: At this point, please register when you arrive. Thank you!
Cost: $35-- or $30 for early registration (by January 20th), students, seniors 62+, and unemployed. Lunch included. Free for Supporter and Benefactor level members.
Schedule:
10-11am
11:45am-12:45pm
Lunch
2-3:15pm (the last 15 minutes will be Q&A)
With Teachers Gen Kelsang Chogden & Anika Trancik:
Resident Teacher, Gen Chogden
Gen Kelsang Chogden is an American Buddhist nun and the 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.
Gen Chogden 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.
Anika Trancik
Anika has been studying Kadampa Buddhism under Geshe Kelsang Gyatso’s guidance for over 22 years. Her explanations emphasize practical Kadampa Buddhist views, intentions, and simple meditation techniques that are easy to integrate into our busy daily life.