Sogyal Rinpoche Sydney Public Talk

With his remarkable gift for presenting the essence of Tibetan Buddhism in a way that is both authentic and profoundly relevant to the modern mind, Sogyal Rinpoche is one of the most renowned teachers of our time. He is also the author of the highly acclaimed and ground-breaking book, The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying. Founder and spiritual director of Rigpa, an international network of Buddhist centres and groups, Rinpoche has been teaching in the West for over 35 years.

Weekend Meditation Retreat

Retreat will be led by Luang Por Koon Dighaviro & Than Ajahn Bundit Tejapanyo and assisted by Than Larry Varadhammo & Than Kevin Satharo.

This is a rare oportunity to have meditation guided and taught by the meditation masters from Thailand.

Please book early as space are limited

Booking by email: bmcentre@bodhikusuma or Ph: 9211-1188

Admissions: by Donation to help cover for the travelling expenses of all speakers.

Dhamma Talk by Ajahn Pasanno from USA

We are fortunate to be visited by a special guest from USA.

Topic: Forest Dhamma from East to West

Ajahn Pasanno (Reed Perry) was born in La Pas Manitoba in Canada. In 1974, he went to Thailand and ordained as a monk. He stayed and trained under Ven Ajahn Chah in 1975 and became the abbot of Wat Pa Nanachat (International branch monastery of Ajahn Chah in North East Thailand) in his seventh year.

An Afternoon with Ian Gawler

'Do Meditators need Psychotherapy?'

Join Ian Gawler for an afternoon of provoking conversation amidst the noble company of like minded therapists.

AABCAP 6th Annual Conference

AABCAP 6th Annual Conference 'Being with Dying' with keynote speaker Roshi Joan Halifax, author of 'The Human Encounter with Death', 'Being with Dying', 'Compassionate End-of-Life Care Training Guide', and many more. Also presenting: Venerable Tejadhammo, Dr Liz Turnbull, Ms Megan Thorpe, Dr Eng Kong Tan. further information:

Contact Name: Sarah Lappin
Contact Email: info@buddhismandpsychotherapy.org
Contact Phone: 0451-050119

AABCAP Continuing Education Meeting

"The Nexus between Spirituality and Psychotherapy: Moments of magic are when science meets psychotherapy and psychotherapy meets spirituality" a presentation by psychotherapist Genevieve David.
Refreshments from 6:30 - presentation from 7:00pm

Contact Name: Sarah Lappin
Contact Email: info@buddhismandpsychotherapy.org
Contact Phone: 0451 050 119

The Relics of Buddha And relics of his disciples “ Exhibition” in Sydney

Duration: 24 December 2011 to 1 January 2012
Grand opening: 24 December 2011 at 10.00am
Open hrs: 10.00am-06.00 pm
For enquiry call: 02 9655 1128, 0433 772 072 or e-mail: psatit@live.com.au
Admission fee: Donation of A$20 Dollars (A$10 Dollars concession) more info visit
http://www.dhammakaya.org.au/activities/index.htm

What Meditation Really Is: Short Course

The What Meditation Really Is course has been specially developed by Sogyal Rinpoche after many years of teaching in the West. It brings together over 2,000 years of Buddhist wisdom and experience in a way that is authentic, accessible and completely relevant to modern life.
Led by experienced meditators, it offers a complete introduction to meditation and shows how it can unlock our natural confidence, compassion and creativity.

What Meditation Really Is: Year Long Course

The  What Meditation Really Is course has been specially developed by Sogyal Rinpoche after many years of teaching in the West. It brings together over 2,000 years of Buddhist wisdom and experience in a way that is authentic, accessible and completely relevant to modern life.
Led by experienced meditators, it offers a complete introduction to meditation and shows how it can unlock our natural confidence, compassion and creativity.

One Day Introduction to Meditation

Would you like to know more about Rigpa and our courses before commencing? Or maybe you’d like a taste of meditation to see if it’s for you? You are invited to attend a one day introduction to the practice of meditation in the Tibetan tradition.
This will enable you to experience meditation, to see our centre and to ask any questions you might have.
Cost $50, Concession $25.

http://www.sydney.rigpa.org.au