Although we all wish to be happy, again and again we find our attainment of happiness frustrated by obstacles or hindrances, both internal and external. Internal hindrances, such as negative thoughts and delusions, worry, attachment and anger, cause us mental harm and suffering and directly interfere with our happiness. External hindrances include natural disasters, dangerous situations, and also the endless demands of modern life which prevent us from devoting time to our spiritual path. The result is that we find it very difficult to fulfill our basic wishes for happiness and freedom in our everyday life.
In this retreat, we'll learn the sacred practice of reciting and contemplating the words of the Essence of Wisdom Sutra, or Heart Sutra, which can be performed as a special method for averting hindrances and obstacles, either for one's own sake or for the benefit of others. We'll also have the opportunity to engage in meditations to gain an experience of the wisdom realizing emptiness, and what it feels like to mix our mind with emptiness, the meaning of which is revealed in the profound words of the Heart Sutra.
Retreat Venue
Loon Lake Lodge and Retreat Centre
14500 Silver Valley Road,
Maple Ridge, BC V4R 2R3
Retreat Timetable
Friday 14th
7:30–8:45pm Session 1
Saturday 15th
9:00–10:15am Session 2
11:00–12:15pm Session 3
4:30–5:45pm Session 4
7:30–8:45pm Session 5
Sunday 16th
9:00–10:15am Session 6
11:00–12:15pm Session 7
PRICING AND REGISTRATION
Members, shared room (two twin beds): $420
Members, single room: $675
Non Member, shared room (two twin beds): $520
Non Member, single room: $775
Prices are all inclusive - teachings, accommodation, meals, and snacks.
HOW TO REGISTER
You will be able to register using buttons below that will appear very soon. Please note the following:
* contact registrar@kmcfv.ca for further information if you wish to register for an option that is unavailable
* please bring your own linens and toiletries: sheets, blankets (or a sleeping bag), pillows, towels, shampoo, etc…
* please contact registrar@kmcfv.ca for any dietary restrictions, allergies, or other special needs, or if you wish to share a room with a specific registrant…we will do our best to accommodate your needs, or we will let you know if we are unable to do so…thank you!
About the Teachers
Gen Kelsang Delek and Gen Kelsang Sanden, who are the Teachers at the Kadampa Meditation Centres in Vancouver and Fraser Valley, will be leading this retreat.
They are senior Teachers in the Kadampa Tradition much appreciated for their joyful, practical approach to Buddha’s teachings, with many years of experience practising and teaching between them.