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SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-21/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-21/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260321T113000
DTSTAMP:20260127T011618Z
CREATED:20251114T002454Z
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SUMMARY:Moonbeams of Mahamudra Course
DESCRIPTION:Exclusively over Zoom\, third Saturdays from January through May 2026 at 10:00 AM Pacific time. \nRegistration is closed. \nAs part of opening KCC’s 50th anniversary year\, we are delighted to invite Elizabeth Callahan to lead us in five sessions of teaching\, meditation\, and discussion on mahamudra shamatha. This is sure to be a deeply beneficial and inspirational series\, and we hope that many of you partake in it! \nMahamudra shamatha establishes the space in which we behold the nature of mind. This program will explore these instructions as presented in Dakpo Tashi Namgyal’s Moonbeams of Mahamudra\, an early comprehensive work in this tradition. The guidance presented therein reflects the Dakpo Kagyu shamatha meditation: resting quietly in nonconceptuality with the sharp clarity of mindfulness and alertness. \nThe primary focus of this series of classes and discussion groups will be to support and deepen our personal practice of mahamudra shamatha. Preparation for each session will include a reading in Moonbeams of Mahamudra. \nEach class will include an introductory talk\, guided meditation\, and breakout group discussions. \nBetween the monthly classes\, it is expected that participants will spend some time practicing the specific shamatha instructions. Lama Eric will hold a discussion group on the first Saturday of each month to allow for more guided practice and conversation around the teachings. \nRequired text: Moonbeams of Mahamudra (if not using this link\, be sure to purchase Elizabeth’s newer translation of the text.) Discounted copies of the text can be purchased from KCC’s bookstore. \nWe ask participants commit to attending the sessions led by Elizabeth Callahan. Review sessions with Lama Eric are optional\, but we strongly encourage participation. \nElizabeth Callahan began her contemplative training and Tibetan studies in 1977 and completed two three-year retreats at Kagyu Thubten Chöling\, New York\, under the direction of Kalu Rinpoche. She is a student of Khenpo Tsültrim Gyamtso Rinpoche and has translated key texts of the Kagyu tradition\, including Mahamudra: Ocean of Definitive Meaning\, Profound Inner Principles\, Moonbeams of Mahamudra and\, most recently\, Treasury of Precious Instructions\, Marpa Kagyu. She has been a Tsadra Foundation Fellow since 2002 and is a director of Marpa Foundation. \nHaving completed the translations of two of the most influential works on Mahamudra in the Kagyu tradition\, Elizabeth’s willingness to lead study and practice groups on shamatha and vipashyana over the past several years has been met with deep gratitude and appreciation.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/mahamudra-shamatha-class-2/2026-03-21/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/mahamudra-shamatha-class-2/2026-03-21/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Mahamudra Shamatha Study Group,Study Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T110000
DTSTAMP:20251106T014244Z
CREATED:20250422T041252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T014244Z
UID:10007452-1774170000-1774177200@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Children's Program
DESCRIPTION:The KCC Children’s Program is an opportunity to introduce children to Buddhist values within a supportive\, sincere dharma community using simple dharma activities\, storytelling\, open discussion\, songs\, art projects and activities\, including play\, to promote kindness and compassion. Our goal is to provide a fun\, meaningful experience for all. \nSunday Morning Children’s Program \nOn the second and fourth Sundays of each month\, from 9:00 to 11:00 am\, we offer the Sunday Morning Children’s Program. This program normally starts in September and runs through the second Sunday in June. In July and August we meet once a month on the fourth Sunday. We require that at least one parent or guardian be present at KCC when their child attends. \nThe age range we currently serve is 5 to 12; however\, we do allow slightly younger and older children on a case by case basis as appropriate. Please feel free to discuss this with the program coordinator if needed. \nWhile there is no fee for the program\, dana (offerings) are accepted and go towards helping us continue providing programs such as these. In order to support the program on Sundays we ask that parents agree to be available to assist the teacher if needed – this is a shared role and can be filled by parents or other adults who wish to participate in this way. During the regular school year please note that we request you consider committing to bringing your child both Sundays each month throughout this time frame\, but this is not required. \nAlso please be aware that\, to attend this program\, your child needs to be able to manage their speech and physical activity cooperatively in a small group to help maintain a peaceful children’s sangha. If this is a concern we ask that you attend with your child until they are comfortable with the group. Ultimately we want to be as inclusive as possible\, but must also work to create a safe and welcoming environment for all attending.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/childrens-program-4/2026-03-22/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/childrens-program-4/2026-03-22/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Childrens Program
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T110000
DTSTAMP:20251205T002157Z
CREATED:20251205T001958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T002157Z
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SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - AM
DESCRIPTION:The foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given. After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n9:00am – 10:00am — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n10:15am – 11:00am — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-am-19-3-15-6-2-6/2026-03-22/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-am-19-3-15-6-2-6/2026-03-22/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T120000
DTSTAMP:20250422T040842Z
CREATED:20240105T194923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T040842Z
UID:10009783-1774178100-1774180800@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Karma Cleaners
DESCRIPTION:On the Fourth Sunday of each month\, join us after the morning practice to help clean and tidy the urban center. With a list of cleaning tasks\, a volunteer helps coordinate this swift and thorough dust bunny round up. Thank you for helping to keep our practice space clean!\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/karma-cleaners/2026-03-22/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/karma-cleaners/2026-03-22/
LOCATION:OR
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260127T000803Z
CREATED:20260127T000803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T000803Z
UID:10009707-1774204200-1774209600@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - PM
DESCRIPTION:This event is in-person and on Zoom. \nThe foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given.  After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n6:30pm – 7:15pm — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n7:15pm – 8:00pm — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2/2026-03-22/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2/2026-03-22/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260323T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260323T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009380-1774249200-1774251900@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-23/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260323T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260323T080000
DTSTAMP:20250916T190215Z
CREATED:20250916T190152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T190215Z
UID:10008982-1774249200-1774252800@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Green Tara Morning Practice
DESCRIPTION:The practice of Green Tara belongs to the Vajrayana class of meditations. Tara is considered the embodiment of the activity of all the buddhas. \nThe practice text is chanted in English on the second and fourth Monday of the month\, and in Tibetan on the third and fifth Monday of the month. \nThe practice is led alternately by Lama Eric and Ani Tsultrim. \nYou do not need to have received the Green Tara empowerment to attend. \nJoin for Green Tara Practice on Zoom \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 563145 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/green-tara-morning-practice-2-2/2026-03-23/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/green-tara-morning-practice-2-2/2026-03-23/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Green Tara Practice,Regular Practices
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260324T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009381-1774335600-1774338300@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-24/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-24/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009382-1774422000-1774424700@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-25/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260325T200000
DTSTAMP:20250920T170545Z
CREATED:20250920T170500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T170545Z
UID:10005290-1774465200-1774468800@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Chenrezi Practice
DESCRIPTION:Chenrezi practice is now being held in person as well as by Zoom.  \nThe practice of Chenrezi — the embodiment of the compassion of all the buddhas — is an excellent introduction to yidam practice of Vajrayana Buddhism. \nThe practice text is chanted in English and/or Tibetan on 1st Wednesday. Lama Eric leads in English on 3rd Wednesdays. The text is chanted in Tibetan on 2nd\, 4th\, and 5th Wednesdays.  All are welcome. \nJoin for Chenrezi Practice on Zoom \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. \nPlease note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 PM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. Depending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 489192 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-03-25/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-03-25/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chenrezi,Regular Practices
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009383-1774508400-1774511100@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-26/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260326T203000
DTSTAMP:20251204T175150Z
CREATED:20251204T175150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T175150Z
UID:10009249-1774549800-1774557000@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Living the Wisdom of Lojong: A Course in Applied Mind Training
DESCRIPTION:This course offers an opportunity to explore the classic Buddhist teachings known as Lojong\, or “mind training.” These teachings are organized into short\, memorable sayings\, called aphorisms\, that serve as practical reminders for cultivating compassion\, resilience\, and wisdom in everyday life. Whether you are continuing on from 2025’s Mind Training: Foundational Texts Review\, or joining us for the first time\, you’ll be warmly welcomed. \nThis round of classes will cover a large number of the aphorisms from the classic Seven-Point Mind Training teachings\, placing special emphasis on practice and integration. The usual 18‑month curriculum\, led by Tim Campbell\, has been condensed into an 8-month course\, allowing us to focus deeply on the core aphorisms from Points 1 and 2\, which establish the foundations of mind training\, while also engaging with key selections from Points 3–7. \nTogether\, we’ll reflect\, discuss\, and apply these aphorisms\, bringing their wisdom into the challenges and opportunities of modern life. \nLogistics & Schedule \nWhen: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday\nTime: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nWhere: Hybrid format—in-person at KCC and on Zoom.\nText: Training In Compassion\, by Norman Fischer \nThe Heart of the Practice \nAs the poet David Whyte reminds us\, “There’s a small opening at the beginning of each day that closes the moment you begin your plans. What you can plan is too small for what you can live.” In that spirit\, we’ll keep our structure focused but flexible\, while staying centered on practice. \nBefore the first class\, we will send out your initial reading assignment. The subsequent bi-weekly rhythm will follow this pattern: \n\n2nd Thursday Class (Practice Initiation): We will come together to explore the questions and insights from the previous two weeks of study. The core focus will be to understand\, “What is the practice?” We will then engage in the active practice of the specific aphorism\, committing ourselves to it for the next two weeks.\nBetween Classes (Two Weeks): Participants engage in the committed\, real-world practice of the aphorism.\n4th Thursday Class (Review & Introduction): We will review our practice efforts\, dialog about any issues or questions that arose\, and refine our engagement. We will then introduce the reading assignment and contemplation theme for the next two-week cycle.\n\nThis practice-focused cycle ensures we are using the aphorisms not just as philosophy\, but as tools for transformation. We invite both continuing participants and newcomers to join us in this journey of practice and discovery and hope to see you there! \n  \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nThis course is offered on a sliding scale to honor diverse circumstances. Participation is open to all\, regardless of financial means. We ask that everyone register\, and those with the ability to contribute more are warmly invited to do so\, supporting the sustainability of our programs.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/mind-training-group-living-the-wisdom-of-lojong-2-2/2026-03-26/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/mind-training-group-living-the-wisdom-of-lojong-2-2/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mind Training Study Group,Study Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260327T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260327T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009384-1774594800-1774597500@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-27/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-27/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging2.kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/singing-bowl-1-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009385-1774681200-1774683900@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-28/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-28/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging2.kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/singing-bowl-1-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260328T203000
DTSTAMP:20260115T133845Z
CREATED:20260115T090759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T133845Z
UID:10009682-1774722600-1774729800@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Dharma\, Sangha\, Sing! 
DESCRIPTION:Bring your voice to join in with Dharma\, Sangha\, Sing! \nWe will be meeting to sing a few of the favorite dharma songs sung on Sunday mornings and during retreats at SCOL\, and other dharma songs that may be new to sangha members. \nRahmana Wiest is leading the dharma sing\, accompanied on harmonium. Some songs will be led by Rahmana\, some by Dora\, and some by other sangha song leaders. \nChord charts will be included on the lyric sheets. \nYou are invited to bring your guitar\, ukulele\, mandolin\, or other stringed instruments and play along. \nIf you love singing dharma songs\, and love singing with a group\, this event is for you!\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/dharma-sangha-sing/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/dharma-sangha-sing/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Community,Portland Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging2.kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/SanghaSongs.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260329T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260329T110000
DTSTAMP:20251205T002157Z
CREATED:20251205T001958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T002157Z
UID:10009272-1774774800-1774782000@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - AM
DESCRIPTION:The foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given. After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n9:00am – 10:00am — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n10:15am – 11:00am — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-am-19-3-15-6-2-6/2026-03-29/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-am-19-3-15-6-2-6/2026-03-29/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging2.kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/Shamata-AM-500x500-1.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260329T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260329T200000
DTSTAMP:20260127T000803Z
CREATED:20260127T000803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T000803Z
UID:10009708-1774809000-1774814400@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - PM
DESCRIPTION:This event is in-person and on Zoom. \nThe foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given.  After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n6:30pm – 7:15pm — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n7:15pm – 8:00pm — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2/2026-03-29/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2/2026-03-29/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging2.kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/buddha-1-scaled-e1699855655531.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260330T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260330T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009386-1774854000-1774856700@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-30/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-30/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging2.kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/singing-bowl-1-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260330T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260330T080000
DTSTAMP:20250916T190215Z
CREATED:20250916T190152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T190215Z
UID:10008983-1774854000-1774857600@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Green Tara Morning Practice
DESCRIPTION:The practice of Green Tara belongs to the Vajrayana class of meditations. Tara is considered the embodiment of the activity of all the buddhas. \nThe practice text is chanted in English on the second and fourth Monday of the month\, and in Tibetan on the third and fifth Monday of the month. \nThe practice is led alternately by Lama Eric and Ani Tsultrim. \nYou do not need to have received the Green Tara empowerment to attend. \nJoin for Green Tara Practice on Zoom \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 563145 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/green-tara-morning-practice-2-2/2026-03-30/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/green-tara-morning-practice-2-2/2026-03-30/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Green Tara Practice,Regular Practices
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging2.kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/Green-Tara-Event.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260331T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260331T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009387-1774940400-1774943100@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-31/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-03-31/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging2.kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/singing-bowl-1-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260401T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260401T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009388-1775026800-1775029500@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-04-01/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging2.kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/singing-bowl-1-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260401T200000
DTSTAMP:20250920T170545Z
CREATED:20250920T170500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250920T170545Z
UID:10005291-1775070000-1775073600@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Chenrezi Practice
DESCRIPTION:Chenrezi practice is now being held in person as well as by Zoom.  \nThe practice of Chenrezi — the embodiment of the compassion of all the buddhas — is an excellent introduction to yidam practice of Vajrayana Buddhism. \nThe practice text is chanted in English and/or Tibetan on 1st Wednesday. Lama Eric leads in English on 3rd Wednesdays. The text is chanted in Tibetan on 2nd\, 4th\, and 5th Wednesdays.  All are welcome. \nJoin for Chenrezi Practice on Zoom \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. \nPlease note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 PM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. Depending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 489192 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-04-01/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/chenrezi-practice-2-3-2-2-2/2026-04-01/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chenrezi,Regular Practices
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging2.kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/chenrezig.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260402T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260402T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009389-1775113200-1775115900@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-04-02/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-04-02/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging2.kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/singing-bowl-1-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260403T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260403T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009390-1775199600-1775202300@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-04-03/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-04-03/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging2.kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/singing-bowl-1-scaled.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260404T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260404T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009391-1775286000-1775288700@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-04-04/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://staging2.kcc.org/wp-content/uploads/singing-bowl-1-scaled.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260404T113000
DTSTAMP:20260127T011706Z
CREATED:20251114T005554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T011706Z
UID:10009193-1775296800-1775302200@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Moonbeams of Mahamudra Discussion Group
DESCRIPTION:For information on the main course\, see the Moonbeams of Mahamudra Course here.  \nPlease note the review sessions will be Zoom only. \nRegistration is closed. \nThese discussion groups\, held on the first Saturday of each month\, have been organized to allow for more guided practice and conversation around the teachings shared by Elizabeth Callahan’s course on Moonbeams of Mahamudra. \nThese additional discussion groups will be a valuable opportunity to address any challenges or questions that have arisen in your personal practice over the past weeks. This time is specifically designed to provide more engagement with the meditation techniques and to offer a supportive space for shared reflection on the reading and practice. We encourage everyone to come prepared to discuss their experiences and insights. \nRequired text: Moonbeams of Mahamudra (if not using this link\, be sure to purchase Elizabeth’s newer translation of the text). Discounted copies of the text can be purchased from KCC’s bookstore. \nWe ask participants commit to attending the sessions led by Elizabeth Callahan. Review sessions with Lama Eric are optional\, but we strongly encourage participation.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/mahamudra-shamatha-discussion-group/2026-04-04/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/mahamudra-shamatha-discussion-group/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Mahamudra Shamatha Study Group,Study Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260405T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260405T133000
DTSTAMP:20240517T175930Z
CREATED:20240131T194701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T175930Z
UID:10004362-1775379600-1775395800@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Chenrezi Practice - Half-Day + Potluck Lunch
DESCRIPTION:To join via Zoom: A red “Connect to Zoom” button will appear near the bottom of this event page 15 minutes prior to each session (i.e.\, Sunday at 8:45am). If the button is not appearing\, first try refreshing your webpage. If it is still not appearing\, please email zoom@kcc.org for assistance. \nThe practice of Chenrezi — the embodiment of the compassion of all the buddhas — is an excellent introduction to yidam practice of Vajrayana Buddhism. \nLama Eric provides detailed instructions about the practice of Chenrezi on alternating first Sundays from 9:00am to approximately 12:30pm. He walks participants through the practice several times and there is also space for questions and discussion. All are welcome. \nPlease join us for a potluck at the noon break! \nChenrezi instructions take place on even-numbered months: February\, April\, June\, August\, October\, and December. Shamatha instruction is offered on odd-numbered months.\n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/half-day-meditation-chenrezi-2022-06-05-2-2-2-4/2026-04-05/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/half-day-meditation-chenrezi-2022-06-05-2-2-2-4/2026-04-05/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Chenrezi,Regular Practices
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260405T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260405T200000
DTSTAMP:20260127T000803Z
CREATED:20260127T000803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T000803Z
UID:10009709-1775413800-1775419200@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Shamatha Meditation - PM
DESCRIPTION:This event is in-person and on Zoom. \nThe foundation of Buddhist meditation is Shamatha\, a meditation that develops stable attention which serves as the essential underpinning of all other meditation practices. \nAt the beginning of each session\, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given.  After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break\, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants. \n6:30pm – 7:15pm — Shamatha meditation\, with brief instruction\n7:15pm – 8:00pm — Teachings and/or question and answer session \nJoin for Shamatha Meditation Online \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the session begins. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 798448 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \nJOIN ON ZOOM \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2/2026-04-05/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/shamatha-meditation-pm-2-2/2026-04-05/
LOCATION:KCC Portland Center\, 4936 NE Skidmore Street\, Portland\, OR\, 97218\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260406T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260406T074500
DTSTAMP:20260102T094532Z
CREATED:20260102T094237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T094532Z
UID:10009392-1775458800-1775461500@staging2.kcc.org
SUMMARY:Morning Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This is a group meditation on Zoom with brief instruction from an experienced practitioner. \nCurrent Meditation Leaders: \nMondays – Judatha Kline\nTuesdays – Pamela Church\nWednesdays – Bonnie Mclean\nThursdays – Debra Wöhrmann\nFridays – Cynthia Irvine\nSaturdays – Erik Fromme \nJoin the Morning Meditation Session \nClick the Zoom button below to enter the session. Please note that the meditation begins promptly at 7:00 AM. If you join early\, you’ll be placed in a waiting room until the host arrives. \nDepending on your Zoom settings\, you may be asked to enter a passcode for this event. \nPasscode: 072668 \nIf you experience any issues accessing the session\, please reach out via email at zoom@kcc.org. \n  \n\nJOIN ON ZOOM\n \n\nVIEW EVENT DETAILS: https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-04-06/
URL:https://staging2.kcc.org/event/morning-meditation-2-2/2026-04-06/
LOCATION:OR
CATEGORIES:Regular Practices,Shamatha Meditation,Weekday AM Meditation
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