Khedrubje ENews
Posted on Friday 27th January 2012
Hello everyone,
We have had a good retreat during January, with many people trying it out for the first time; it's great to try out working with the mind in the company of others and have some quality quiet time.....some say it sets us up for the months ahead!!
Classes start in the centre with Modern Buddhism on Monday morning at 10am,
Everyone welcome; General programme as usual on Tuesdays - this term teachings on the mind and how all our experiences start with our thoughts and intentions...
Simply meditate may be the class for you on Fridays at 10am, relax with a simple meditation and share your thoughts over a cup of tea/coffee.
If you are interested in extending your understanding with study meditation and discussion maybe
foundation programme is the answer; 2 sessions on a Thursday evening with a delicious supper half way, very enjoyable!! please ask if you're interested.
Genla Dekyong is doing a tour of the UK with some great teachings, do try to go if you can....the nearest is Jan 31st in Manchester....
'Buddhism in the modern world', check out
www.kadampa.org.
Also there is the empowerment with Genla at Manjushri, 17th-19th February....Buddha Maitreya, how wonderful!
There is also a great opportunity to train as a
Dharma teacher, see the notice at the bottom of this email...
Finally there is still a lot to do on the new house so if you are able to give some time to sand, decorate, garden, clean...please let us know.
ad@meditateinhull.com Hope to see you soon,
Love, Nat
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New Year News from Khedrubje
Posted on Monday 2nd January 2012
Hi everyone,
Happy new year- let's hope that 2012 allows us to reach many more people with the Dharma, medicine for the mind.......Below is news of some exciting events coming up in the next few weeks...
Over the festive season many people gathered for Compassionate prayers on Xmas eve, then on the 29th we did our protector prayers, and finally bringing in the new year with Tara chanting which was beautiful!!!...so a good start to 2012. Please do think about joining us for some retreat jan 3rd onwards, first week is guided, please bring packed lunch if you have not booked.
Retreat finishes on 27 th (16th - 27 th HYT only) then on 28th a morning workshop on Heruka practice, so if you are practising Heruka or you want to learn please join this class!
Classes in Barton and Grimsby start on 25th jan. in Hull on 31st.... These classes this term are all about the mind, a good place to start......
Pizza and Publicity Party
January 14, 12 noon at KBC
So that more and more people living in Hull may have the opportunity to meet Buddha's powerful and effective teachings, we need to make them aware of our existence and what we can offer. We hope to develop different programmes at the centre and open more branches in Hull during 2012.
Thus WE NEED YOUR HELP to blitz Hull with our new brochure.
Please join us for a pizza lunch after which , in pairs, we will visit different areas in Hull to distribute publicity. If we do this with Buddha at our heart, minds will be blessed to see our brochure and develop a wish to visit our expanding centre.
It would be so wonderful if the whole community could come together and engage in such a meaningful activity.
Happy New Year!
The management team
Best wishes,
Nat
Khedrubje Christmas feast changed!
Posted on Wednesday 7th December 2011
Hi everyone,
We have cancelled the Christmas feast and instead we're having a Christmas pot Luck dinner at 7 pm Saturday 10th dec...if you would like to join us please email Gen Tubpa Gentubpa@gmail.com perhaps telling her what you will bring...
It will be in the new house!
Also, do sign up for the January retreat jan 3rd - 9th incl. 21 meditations. 10am, 12, 4.30,6.30pm Start the year well!
Have a lovely festive time,
Nat
Christmas and more at Khedrubje
Posted on Thursday 1st December 2011
Dear everyone,
With Gen Tubpa's help things are moving forward at the centre!!
Volunteers John, John and Malcolm led by Spiff worked very hard to put the new garden fence up last Saturday, and Mary has created a new design for the new 'sitting room'/ cafe space with help from Sam and Georgina...things are moving on this week ready for the empowerment...
This Saturday we have the good fortune to receive the empowerment of Prajnaparamita,
Introduction on Friday, there are still places if you want to book.
This is a great opportunity to receive wisdom blessings into our heart and create the causes for real inner peace, freedom and happiness for ourselves and others...an opportunity for the community to come together and share our good fortune.
On Saturday 10th December is our Christmas feast also in the new house, at 7pm
Please book soon....should be delicious!!!
Term ends on December 14th, followed by purification retreat 15th- 19 th December,
Christmas eve prayers 24th Dec prayers of Compassion by candlelight 7 pm
Protector prayers. 29 th dec. 5 pm
Tara chanting new years eve 31st/1st. Dec jan. see in the new year
Bring a sleeping bag!!! 4pm, 8pm,11pm, 4 am, 8 am,11am
Also Jan 3rd one week guided retreat. Start the year off with a peaceful mind!
Lots of things to look forward to when it's cold outside!
Love, Nat
Christmas dinner correction
Posted on Wednesday 2nd November 2011
Hi everyone,
Just a correction to the email sent out previously - the Khedrubje Christmas dinner is actually Saturday 10th (of December), and not the 11th as stated.
Sorry about that.
Thanks,
Natalie
GP classes today..and more!
Posted on Tuesday 1st November 2011
Good morning,
Just a quick reminder that classes start today with GP, continuing in the series developing compassion for others helps us keep a happy mind.
We are continuing with the various projects in the new spaces in the centre under the guidance of Gen Tubpa; if you have any time to help please let her know..... This half term we have a morning course on November 18 th 'Secret of a Happy Life', 10til 1 pm, Training our mind in a compassionate and happy life.
Wisdom blessings with Prajnaparamita empowerment dec2nd/3rd- please book soon....
And our Christmas dinner to be held in the new house!! Dec 11 th. booking open soon....
So lots of nice things!
Natalie
Coming up at Khedrubje Centre
Posted on Thursday 6th October 2011
Hello everyone,
Here is the latest news from Khedrubje Centre...
We had a very good day on October 1st in the garden and stripping wallpaper and so on! Everything is coming along nicely in the new house and Linda cooked a lovely lunch for us on the terrace. The next day like this will be for the morning October 15th 10am - 1pm, followed by lunch...do come and join in!
October 21st is Work-a-day for world peace, supporting the building of temples around the world, see the leaflets in the centre for more details.
October 21st-30th. Half term -no classes except the tots on Wednesday which will go ahead.
November 11th Genla Dekyong is giving the Dorje Shugden empowerment at Manjushri KMC
November 19th here at the centre we have 'Secret of a happy Life'. 10am - 1pm...... Come and enjoy this inspiring teaching and meditation!
December 2-3rd. We are fortunate to have the empowerment of Prajnaparamita - the embodiment of all Buddha's wisdom; come and receive these wisdom blessings and overcome outer and inner obstructions, motivated by the good heart of compassion. Please book.
December 10th we are holding our Xmas meditation and dinner in our new house! Meditation 6.30 and dinner at 7pm- come and enjoy our new space and have a relaxing, fun evening!
December 24th we have Avalokiteshvara Prayers 7pm
December 31st/Jan 1st. 2012 Tara chanting. 4pm,8pm,11pm,4am,8am,11am
Jan 3rd - 29th. 2012 Retreat
Jan 24. GP. Classes begin
Wonderful things to look forward to right up to 2012!
Love, Natalie
Good times at Khedrubje Centre!
Posted on Thursday 22nd September 2011
Hello everyone,
Last Saturday we had a great turn out for the community helpers day; we got a lot done and shared a lovely lunch in the sunshine on the terrace..... Plenty more to do though...Come and join us on Oct 1st. 10.30 til 4 .30. Pot luck lunch! .
This Saturday there is a morning course with Gen Tubpa. 'Transform your life', come and be inspired.... 10 til 1pm. Teaching, discussion and questions and meditation. Great way to start your Saturday, places still available
This Sunday. 10am. Offering to the spiritual Guide prayers, open to everyone
Term is in full swing, come and join in!
Love, Nat
Exciting news from Khedrubje!
Posted on Monday 22nd August 2011
Hi everyone,
Hope you are all enjoying the summer! Here are some notices about the next few weeks at Khedrubje...
First of all, thank you for all your efforts and help with the new building (this is on-going - see below):
This week there is Offering to the Spiritual Guide prayers on thursday 25th at 7pm with offerings and Wishfulfilling Jewel puja on Friday 26th with meditation. Everyone is very welcome at these.
Retreat starts on Sunday 28th August on the 21 meditations; come and treat yourself to 6 days of guided meditations and if you would like some real peace and tranquility come and stay in the new house. Please contact the office for booking.
session times: 10am, 12, 4.30pm and 7pm. bring packed lunch
On Saturday 3rd September there will be a Vajrayogini retreat - suitable for everyone - beginners and those more experienced. Come and enjoy a blissful day.Sessions are 9am, 11am and 4.30pm, bring along some delicious offerings!
Term starts with GP on 6th September, tots meditation and branches on the 7th and FP on the 8th.
This year the UK Dharma celebration at Tara centre KMC 8th - 11th september is the empowerment of Vajrapani with teachings on gaining inner peace through
overcoming delusions. It is possible to attend the celebration for just 1 or 2 days. Kadam Bridget's teachings are great............! BOOK NOW
Community day
Now we are entering an exciting phase of beautification at Khedrubje Centre and we would like you all to be part of various projects over the coming year.
This autumn we begin with two Community days on Sept 17 and Oct 1. There will be opportunites to either work in the garden with Laurien, strip wallpaper or paint railings.
We will start at 10am and finish at 4pm. There will be a pot-luck lunch so please bring something to share.
If you are a gardener please bring your own equipment. If you are stripping wallpaper please bring a scraper and anything else that might be useful.
Thank you for your support
Gen Tubpa
AD
That's all for now!
Love, Natalie
Summer Festival Cafe
Posted on Sunday 17th July 2011
Hi everyone,
Would anyone from the Khedrubje community like to help in the Conservatory Cafe (now to be called 'Cafe Parisienne!) at the Summer Festival?
If you think you would, you will be able to sign up for which shifts you would like to do in the cafe itself at the Festival.
Thanks!
Natalie
New Centre update
Posted on Thursday 7th July 2011
Hi everyone,
This Friday (8th) is the completion date for our new Khedrubje Centre next door and we are looking for lots of help with cleaning, gardening etc!
We have a Centre Cherishing day for volunteers on Wednesday 13th July 10-4pm. (come along for all or just part of the day)
If though you are unable to come along on Wednesday but would like to help, then contact Ruth to arrange an alternative time
Love,
Natalie
Khedrubje News
Posted on Friday 17th June 2011
Hello everyone,
Hope is well and enjoying the term so far...here is the latest round up of news and event to look forward to at Khedrubje Centre..
Dharma for families(June 10-12) was a huge success this year with many families taking part, some coming to Dharma for the first time! The Khedrubje team were
wonderful and all the art/drama and music was great! The theme was the story of Angulimala, overcoming anger with love and patience. Angulimala was a olden day terrorist and the story shows the skill of Buddha in dealing with such a violent man and how he overcame his habitual and powerful anger.
On sunday we are doing a sponsored walk to raise funds for the new house next door to the centre in Hull...........the expansion will provide much needed extra space
for our activities. Also our first tenant in the new building is Gen Tubpa, who is taking a restful retirement and will help with projects and do some teaching in the centre. We all wish her a warm welcome.
Term finishes on July 13th, and the annual summer festival starts at Manjushri on July 22nd for 2 weeks - we hope many people from our community will be able to attend and enjoy.
On July 9th we have our annual open day 2pm - 6pm- please come along and support us bringing family and friends...........there will be cream teas, BBQ,children's activities, raffle talks and short meditation in the gompa and lots more. If you can help by making a cake, for example, contact Gen Tubpa at the centre, or email ad@meditateinhull.com to offer help. Thank you!
Also Ruth will be looking for help with the new house as soon as we get it.......so email her as above if you have any skills to offer.......eg gardening decorating etc
Hope to see you soon,
Natalie
good news!
Posted on Wednesday 11th May 2011
Just to let you all know that Khedrubje Centre's planning application has gone through! so we will be meeting as indicated in the newsletter to discuss plans and so on.
Natalie
Khedrubje News
Posted on Sunday 8th May 2011
Hello everyone,
Hope everyone had a good Easter break and is enjoying the Spring! Just a few updates and notices to look forward to...
Khedrubje Buddhist Centre New Premises Update.
Everyone is welcome to attend an update regarding the purchase of our additional premises next door on Saturday 14th May at 5.15pm for half an hour. Drinks and nibbles will be available during this time. Alternatively if you are unable to attend on this date we are repeating this event on Sunday May 15th at 4pm.
We will be showing layouts and plans for the new premises and trying to identify anyone who is in a position to help with the projects and in addition looking at fundraising ideas.
Classes
Classes started well on May 3rd.
Practice of the Kadampas Workshop
Next Saturday, 14th May, we have a day workshop on the practice of the Kadampas, Heart Jewel in 4 sessions (10am,12pm, 2.30pm, 4pm) - each session is an hour. This will be a great way to learn about our heart practice or to refresh your present practice - and an excellent opportunity to combine with your revision (those on FP and TTP).
Offering to the Spiritual Guide
Wednesday 11th at 7pm
Spring Festival
Spring festival is nearly with us (May 27th).
Dharma weeknd at Madhyamaka
Lovely opportunity for families to enjoy a Dharma weekend with drama, art and music workshops, BBQ, campfire etc at Madhyamaka centre.
June 10-12th
Hope to see you soon!
Natalie
Spring at Khedrubje Centre
Posted on Thursday 24th March 2011
Dear everyone,
Hope you are all well and enjoying the Spring sunshine!
It has been a good term at Khedrubje Centre- the 2 Day Courses on death were very well attended and we have just had a sunny weekend at Tara centre - a real treat, with teachings on the five forces.
April 2nd we have a half day course with an opportunity to take the refuge vows, 'stand under the umbrella with Buddha'! and also the Bodhisattva vows, try to follow the path of wisdom and loving kindness......... with a pot luck lunch!
April 10th is centre cherishing day and gardening day with pot luck lunch - come along and tidy a virtuous object! Lots of fun from 10am - do as much as you wish...........
April 13th term ends
April 15th is Buddha's enlightenment day - 10 million multiplying day - we do special purification practice with the Buddha of compassion, Avalokiteshvara
Nyung Na, starts at 6.30am with Precepts followed by 1st session then 11am and 6pm, 2nd and 3rd sessions ( try to do all 3 sessions please, must take precepts. please provide own lunch, no black foods - we don't eat after lunch)
April 22nd - 25th Northern Dharma Celebration at Madhyamaka centre empowerment and commentary to Buddha Maitreya with Kadam Bridget Hayes.
April 27th - May 1st TTP Refuge retreat - please ask if you would like to take part.
So, lots to look forward to, hope to see you soon!
Natalie
STOP PRESS - Khedrubje news
Posted on Friday 21st January 2011
Hello everyone,
Two major news items that should have been in last newsletter...
There are two exciting new courses this term
1) Simply Meditate , every Friday morning 10am - 11am in term time. Starts Feb 4th.
Come along and experience some inner peace!
2) Modern Buddhism, every Monday morning 10am - 11.30am term time. Starts Feb 7th.
Teaching, meditation and discussion on Geshe-la's new book.
Both courses are open to everyone!
With best wishes,
Natalie
Khedrubje Spring Term
Posted on Saturday 15th January 2011
Hello everyone,
Some nice things to look forward to in a very grey January! And an update below on the house next door...
Term Dates
Term Jan 26th in Barton, Grimsby and Louth
Jan 27th in Lincoln
Feb 1st here at the centre in Hull
Looking forward to the start of a new term!
Term ends April 13th
Buddha Amitayus Retreat
On Feb 12th we do a day retreat on Buddha Amitayus, the buddha of long life.
3 sessions 9.30am,11.45am and 6pm.
Come and join us for this very beautiful retreat.
Tara Prayers and Baby Blessing
On Sunday 13th Feb at 12 noon is 'Tara prayers for families' and the blessing of baby Beatrix, Will's baby sister.
Pot luck lunch.
Medicine Buddha empowerment at Manjushri Centre
On February 18-20th there will be the opportunity to receive the Medicine Buddha empowerment from Genla Dekyong at Manjushri.
Day Course: 'Living Meaningfully, Dying Joyfully' and Powa Practice
On February 26th we have a day course: Living Meaningfully dying joyfully - all you need to know about the death process.
Also March 12th 'the practice of Powa' - transference of consciousness.
These 2 courses give us the opportunity to understand the death process and create the causes for rebirth in the Pure Land, and will involve teachings, meditations and discussion.
Tara Prayers
March 13th Tara prayers at 12 noon for families with pot luck lunch
Tara Centre Retreat
March 18-20th is the Khedrubje annual retreat at Tara centre - guided retreat, relaxation and country walks. A meaningful break in the Derbyshire countryside - PLEASE BOOK NOW
WITH THE CENTRE.
Purification Retreat
April 14th/15th - Nyung na powerful purification retreat with Buddha Avalokiteshvara. This is also Buddha's enlightenment day.
Each day starts with precepts at 6.30am
Northern Dharma Celebration at Madhyamaka Centre
April 22 - 25th Northern Dharma Celebration at Madhyamaka centre, empowerment of Buddha Maitreya and teachings on loving kindness.
House Next Door Update, Jan 1st 2011
We have had the property next door surveyed and found it needs some work doing to it, so we are now in the process of finding out how much it entails, how long it will take to complete the work and the price. At the banks request we are also endeavouring to have a valuation on the property.
That's all for now, but hope you are all well and to see you soon!
Natalie
Winter News from Khedrubje!
Posted on Tuesday 7th December 2010
Dear All,
Some good news of the recent empowerment, and some wonderful events to look forward to across the festive season and new year...
Medicine Buddha Empowerment
Despite the weather, about half the people booked made it to the Medicine Buddha empowerment (in true Kadampa style!!). And how wonderful it was. We hope that the Medicine Buddhas bless our minds and help us to practise Kadam Dharma, making our life happy and meaningful and helping others to do the same. It was a truly joyful occasion and we send our love to all those who could not be with us.
Vajrasattva Retreat
Coming up Dec 15th - 19th
An opportunity to purify our mind, sessions at 9.30am,11.45, 4.30pm, 6.45pm each lasting 1 1/4 hrs
End of Term - Dec 15th
Christmas Eve - Prayers of Compassion
Candlelit prayers followed by tea/coffee mince pies
Long Protector Prayers
To give thanks, overcome negativity and accumulate good fortune and blessings on the Buddhist path.
5pm Wed 29th Dec
Everyone welcome! ( please check the time though; if weather is bad it may start earlier)
New Year Tara Prayers
Friday 31st December
Such a treat to do this and a lovely way to bring in the new year!
Sessions 4pm,8pm,11pm,4am,8am,11am (bring a sleeping bag)
Guided Retreat on Stages of the Path to Enlightenment
January 3rd - 9th
Sessions 10am,12,4.30,6.30pm each lasting one hour.
Come and join us for this great opportunity to do all the 21 meditations.
It is possible to come for a few sessions - please ask - however it is better to try to do it all as it sets you up for a great 2011!
Silent 21 Meditations
January 10th - 16th
Vajrayogini Retreat, some guided (for HYT only)
January 17th - 22nd
Starts evening of 17th Jan at 7pm with tsog offering.
Yoga of Buddha Heruka (for HYT only)
January 23rd - 29th
Starts evening 23rd Jan
So lots to look forward to!
Thanks,
Natalie
Khedrubje News
Posted on Monday 8th November 2010
Hello Everyone,
First of all, thanks to those of you who contributed to Geshe-la in Brazil; we gave him a statue of Manjushri, a card and books from us all at Khedrubje centre and north Lincolnshire.
This next Saturday November 13th is Meditation for everyone; such beautiful meditations on the kind heart to enjoy!
10 til 1pm
£7 with coffee/tea snacks
Next Sunday 14th Nov; Family prayers with Tara and the blessing of baby Soraya
12 noon and pot luck lunch
everyone welcome please bring something to share.
Purification retreat with Vajrasattva Dec 15th wed - 19th 4 sessions per day, it is possible to do whole days or 1/2 days, please ask.
Medicine Buddha empowerment - come and receive the special healing blessing of Medicine Buddha - not to be missed.
Dec 3rd/4th
Please book with Ruth, Gwynn or Laurien by filling out a card.
All proceeds go to Geshe-la and building temples for world peace.
Friday 7pm introduction, Saturday empowerment, arrive 10.45am at the latest and in the afternoon we will learn how to practice.
Finally, please come along and do some guided retreat with Gen Rigma on the 21 meditations. It runs 3rd - 10th January 2011 and is best way to start the year!
Booking is open now!
With thanks and best wishes,
Natalie
Newsletter 7/10/2010
Posted on Thursday 7th October 2010
Hi everyone,
Just a few notices for the coming week at Khedrubje...
Offering to the Spiritual Guide is this Sunday at 7pm
Meditation for Everyone, 16th October, 10am - 1pm
£7 at the centre
A great opportuntiy to do these blissful meditations
Gardening day, 17th October, 10am onwards
Always a lovely, fun day
Pot luck lunch
Also, the Khedrubje website has now been set up so that you may subscribe to these newsletters by using the form on the right hand side of the website.
Thanks,
Natalie
September Update
Posted on Wednesday 22nd September 2010
There are 3 Saturdays coming up in which to relax and practice meditation, here at the centre in Hull.
These are suitable for all levels, guided with teaching:
1) 25th Sept Peaceful mind - happy life
2) 16th Oct Developing clarity and stillness of mind
3) 13th Nov Meditations for a kind heart
10am - 1pm refreshments provided
Also, this Saturday 25th September, Offering to the Spiritual Guide will be at 3pm, after the course finishes at 1pm.
April Newsletter
Posted on Wednesday 21st April 2010
Hope you are all well and had a good Easter. We had quite a few people for Nyung Na fasting retreat over 2 days at the Centre, which was great!
Also, many people went to the Northern Dharma celebration where Kadam Bridget gave excellent teachings and the blessing empowerment of Vajrasattva at Madhyamaka centre. What great good fortune!
This weekend:
Wishfulfilling Jewel Fri evening as usual;
Vajrayogini Sat morning 7am;
OFSG on Sun evening at 7pm.
Both FP and TTP are sitting an exam on Sunday morning 10am - 1pm.
Then Universal Compassion will start on mon evening and Joyful path part 4 on thurs one session at 7pm.
Upcoming Events
We have a day course on 1st may 10am - 2pm 'meditations on the clarity of the mind', encouraging people to discover the peace and tranquillity within the mind and gaining concentration on this.
Also 15th May day course 'The true nature of things'
22nd May a country walk organised by Andy and Jean - Sat afternoon.
26th May Spring festival
March Newsletter
Posted on Friday 9th April 2010
Welcome to the Easter newsletter. There are quite a lot of events coming up including prayers at the centre, courses at Madhyamaka, Buddha’s Enlightenment Day, a day course and a country walk - so lots to look forward to!
Update: It has been a good term; our branches in Lincoln, Grimsby, and Barton have been running well thanks to Jen, Lesley, Neil Wilkyn, Michael, Ed and many others being willing to help run these, bringing the precious Dharma to Lincolnshire.
Some of us took time out on our annual retreat at Tara Centre - what a great retreat on Meditation and Mindfulness. Everyone enjoyed it and felt that they had a real opportunity to relax and work on transforming their minds.
GP finishes this week with a 2 week break returning April 13th/14th in Hull/Lincs.
This Thursday (tomorrow) is Offering to the Spiritual Guide at 7pm at the Centre- everyone is welcome to take part in this.
Madhyamaka Easter course
Over Easter there is an excellent course at Madhyamaka centre on Wisdom
Friday Prayers
Our centre will be open for prayers each Friday at 7pm
Buddha’s Enlightenment Day
April 15th is Buddha's enlightenment day - Nyung Na - a 10 million multiplying day - we do special prayers with the Buddha of Compassion making purification and many prostrations:
- 6.30 am precepts followed by session 1
- 10.30 session 2
- 6 pm session 3
It is possible to do the 1st and last sessions if you are working but mainly you do all 3 sessions (we do this practice April 14th as well so 2 days)
Northern Dharma Celebration
On April 16th - 18th we have the annual Northern Dharma Celebration at Madhyamaka centre - this year it is the Vajrasattva Empowerment with NKT spiritual director Bridget Hayes and teachings on purification, so a great opportunity to come together
Day Course
April 30th is a day course at our centre on ‘Meditations for a Pure Clear Mind’ 10am til 2 pm with lunch
Country Walk
Finally, Jean and Andy and Niall are planning our next country walk for early next term- so we'll keep you posted and look forward to that!