ODYSSEY TO FREEDOM COURSE - Section 2 – Contemplating our Situation: Challenges and Opportunities of a Spiritual Life

Gelek Rimpoche created the Odyssey to Freedom as a concise and complete introduction to the stages of the spiritual path from wherever you are right now to full enlightenment. The full curriculum consists of 6 Sections, and this course will be covering Section 2. Section 1 will be reviewed, so new students are welcome.

The course material consists of 1 book by Gehlek Rimpoche. Attendees are encouraged to purchase this "Odyssey to Freedom" book, which covers all 6 Sections (approx. 500 pages); cost is $17.99. (book available for purchase at first meeting)

Each class begins with a short, videotaped teaching on the evening¹s topic by Gelek Rimpoche. An overview of the current topic, discussion and question/answer period follows, led by a facilitator. This course is an ideal introduction to Tibetan Buddhism. New students are welcome.

Open to both new and continuing students.

When: Tuesday evenings, 6:30 - 8:00 pm; 8-week course beginning June 29, 2010.

Location: 109 Water Street, Boyne City (above Harbor Wear Sportswear); enter at side of building along brick walkway. (Please note, unfortunately, only stair access to 2nd floor.)

Course fee: $80 for Section 2, which has 8 meeting dates.
Free to supporting members and above.

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Jewel Heart Northern Michigan offers its courses to all, regardless of ability to pay. If you are unable to afford any course fee, please speak to your instructor/facilitator about the possibility of a partial or full scholarship.