THE SWIFT PATH with GELEK RIMPOCHE
The Swift Path, or Nyur Lam in Tibetan, was composed by the 3rd Panchen Lama and succinctly lays the ground for spiritual development through clear and relevant topics for visualization and analytical meditations.
Teaching dates with Gelek Rimpoche as well as review and meditation dates with students are also video broadcast live. Please click here to subscribe for Live Video Broadcasting.
Dates: Tuesdays,
June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
July 7, 14, 21
Nyur Lam Review, Meditation and Discussion with Students
Dates:
Tuesdays,
August 11, 18, 15
No meetings July 28, August 4
Time: 7:30pm
Gelek Rimpoche is the Founder and Spiritual Director of Jewel Heart. Among the last generation of incarnate lamas tutored by the great masters in Old Tibet, Rimpoche’s command of contemporary western culture allows him to convey the Tibetan Buddhist tradition with wisdom, kindness and wit.
Per Evening Session - Sponsor Members & Above / No charge, Supporter Members, Seniors & Students/$5, Non-Members/$10
DEEPENING AWARENESS
Becoming more aware of our thoughts, feelings and sensations through meditation opens the door to understanding the nature of our mind and how it influences our experience. While this course is open to all, it is recommended to follow Creating Space: Clarity and Insight through Meditation.
Dates: Saturdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27, July 11, 18, August 8, 15
Time: v10:00 – 11:30am
Supporting Members & Above/No charge, Non-Members/$80 – Registration necessary
FOUR NOBLE TRUTHS
This course introduces Buddha’s revolutionary message that suffering can come to an end through one’s own efforts. Following Gelek Rimpoche’s transcript Four Noble Truths, participants rely on readings, discussion and meditation.
Dates: Thursdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23
Time: 7:00 – 8:30pm
Supporting Members & Above/No charge, Non-Members/$80 – Registration necessary
GANDEN LHA GYEMA
One of the most popular practices in the Tsong Khapa tradition, the Ganden Lha Gyema deepens our connection with the enlightened through meditational exercises and enrich our inner development. Grounded in appreciation for our spiritual teacher, this practice uplifts us through familiarity with generosity, respect, purification, rejoicing and many other beneficial activities. This course offers instruction on specific visualization practices interwoven with the Migtsema mantra.
Dates: Thursdays, August 6, 13, 20, 27, Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24
Time: 7:00 – 8:30pm
Supporting Members & Above/No charge, Non-Members/$80 – Registration necessary
ODYSSEY TO FREEDOM – SECTION 3
Gelek Rimpoche created Odyssey to Freedom as an accessible and concise Lam Rim, encompassing the stages on the spiritual path from our current situation, as it is, through to full enlightenment. The Odyssey transcript is available through the Jewel Heart Store.
Dates: June 10, 17, 24, July 8, 15, 22, August 5, 12
No meeting July 29
Time: 7:00 – 8:30pm
Supporter Members & Above/No charge, Non-Members/Section 2 - $80, Section 3 - $80- Registration necessary
VAJRAYOGINI – SECTION 3
Following Gelek Rimpoche’s Vajrayogini transcript, facilitators guide meditations and facilitate discussion on all aspects of the Vajrayogini long sadhana. Transcript available through Store. This course requires highest yoga tantra Vajrayogini initiation.
Dates: Mondays: June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6, July 13, 20 Time: 7:00 – 8:30pm
Supporter Members & Above/No charge, Non-Members/$80 each – Registration necessary
DHARMA DISCUSSION AND DEBATE
Drawing on the traditional Tibetan Buddhist mode of learning through open debate, Jewel Heart students are invited to join groups of two to five participants to analytically challenge and deepen their relationship with the Dharma. Join us for pizza and discussion!
Dates: Fridays, June 12, July 10, August 7
Time: 7:00 – 8:30pm Donations welcome.
FRIDAY FREE FILM AND DISCUSSION SERIES
Friday, June 26, 7pm
WAKING LIFE
Directed by Richard Linklater, 2002 - Hosted by John Moran
Waking Life inspires us to explore the difference between the dream world and waking life. Following the dreams and quest of one man we are challenged to understand where we come from and where we are going.
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Live Video Broadcasts
Jewel Heart is pleased to offer you the opportunity to receive live video webcasts to your computer.
Live video broadcasts include:
• Weekly Tuesday teachings by Gelek Rimpoche and others
• Monthly Sunday talks by Gelek Rimpoche and others
• Selected workshops or weekend teachings by Gelek Rimpoche
Subscription for individual use is only
$120 per year, paid annually.
<Click here to sign-up>
 Please note: we have upgraded the subscription service and now it DOES SUPPORT Macintosh computers!)
SUNDAY MORNINGS AT JEWEL HEART WITH GELEK RIMPOCHE
Join Gelek Rimpoche for a taste of Buddhism.
June 7 is Sakadawa day and there will be 5:45 am precepts and an early brunch that day.
We invite you to also participate in concentrated meditation or White Tara meditation practice sessions with schedule as follows on June 7.
Concentrated Meditation or White Tara Meditation 8:45 – 9:45am
Inspired Discipline 10:00 – 11:00 am
Successful discipline relies on the joyful commitment of inspired enthusiasm.
Meditation and Talk - Free and Open to All
11:00 am Brunch - $8 – tickets sold on Tuesday evenings or call Jewel Heart 734 994 3387. Purchase by June 5.
SUNDAY MORNINGS AT JEWEL HEART WITH GELEK RIMPOCHE AND BRUNCH
July 5 – His Holiness the Dalai Lama 10 – 11am. Gelek Rimpoche will speak about His Holiness the Dalai Lama in honor of his 74th birthday.
This talk will be video broadcast. A special PICNIC BRUNCH in Ypsilanti to follow. Click here for details and directions.
August 2 - Illusions of Self
Recognizing the illusion of our self as separate, solid and permanent opens opportunities for a more meaningful life.
July 5/August 2 schedule follows the weekly schedule as listed below. |
SUNDAY MORNINGS AT JEWEL HEART WITH JEWEL HEART INSTRUCTORS
Join Jewel Heart Instructors for a taste of Buddhism through introductory talks on contemporary issues followed by tea and cookies.
We invite you to participate in the concentrated meditation and/or White Tara meditational practice sessions as well.
Concentrated Meditation 8:45 – 9:45am
Talk 10 – 11am
Tea and Cookies 11 – 11:30am
White Tara Meditation 11:30am – 12:30pm
Free and Open to All
Concentration meditation sessions - Help yourself through meditation. Facilitators provide basic guidance with multiple concentration meditation sessions using the breath as the point of focus. Open to all levels of experience.
White Tara meditation sessions - Tara is the mother goddess of Tibetan Buddhism, known for her quick and compassionate activity. She is particularly associated with healing and long life. Join us for a guided meditation using visualization techniques to overcome physical, mental and emotional suffering.
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JEWEL HEART SUNDAY MORNING TALK SCHEDULE
June 14 – Utilizing Daily Life as Practice – Sandy Finkel
No matter what our current circumstance, our everyday life provides rich fodder to further our spiritual practice.
June 21 – Inspiration through Lineage – Hartmut Sagolla
Inspired by the diligence of so many have relied on Buddha’s path to peace and authentically passed it along, our appreciation opens us to receive their blessings for our path.
June 28 – Nitty-Gritty Compassion – with Aura Glaser
Instead of being at war with our weaknesses, we turn towards them, and bring them into our heart.
July 12 with Sandy Finkel
Reincarnation – Fact or Fiction
Reincarnation, while difficult to prove or disprove, raises interesting questions about relationships and continuity of mind.
July 19 with Supa Corner
Satisfaction
While what we want often eludes us; what we don’t want seems to have no trouble finding us. What is wrong with this picture?
No Sunday programs on July 26 due to Summer Retreat
August 9
Jealousy and Rejoicing
The jealous heart experiences only poverty, whereas delight in the happiness of others brings abundant joy.
August 16
Abundant Heart
Contrary to miserly fear, generosity is confident in the abundant nature of all relationships.
August 23
Patience is the Best Protection
More than simple stoicism, patience forged from compassion is the armor that protects from the sharp sword of hatred.
August 30 with Sandy Finkel
Compassion is Key
Unlocking the mystery of life begins with the purpose of compassion – understanding and eliminating the source of our suffering.
No Sunday, September 6 programs due to Labor Day Weekend Retreat
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SUNDAY AFTERNOONS AT JEWEL HEART
Wu Style Tai Chi 4:00 – 5:30pm
Learn the ancient art of meditation in motion with this "soft style" martial art emphasizing relaxation and balance. Offered by Marilyn Feingold and John Adams.
Suggested donation: $5
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