Calendar

Here you'll find Venerable Thubten Chodron's teaching calendar. Visit the Sravasti Abbey website calendar for more Dharma events.

Events in July 2024

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Jul 1, 2024
Jul 2, 2024
Jul 3, 2024
Jul 4, 2024
Jul 5, 2024(1 event)

YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

  • Jul 5, 2024 - Jul 5, 2024
  • 6:00 PM -

Streamed on YouTube weekly Fridays at 6:00 pm Pacific Time

In this weekly series, Venerable Thubten Chodron reads and provides commentary on Following in the Buddha's Footsteps, Volume 4 in the multi-volume book series of the "Library of Wisdom and Compassion" by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Venerable Thubten Chodron.

Following in the Buddha's Footsteps delves into the core of Buddhist practice: the Three Jewels and the three higher trainings of ethical conduct, concentration and wisdom.

YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps
Jul 6, 2024
Jul 7, 2024
Jul 8, 2024
Jul 9, 2024(1 event)

Zoom: "Creating Our World" – A Teaching on the Rice Seedling Sūtra"

  • Jul 9, 2024 - Jul 9, 2024
  • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

"Creating Our World" — A Teaching on The Rice Seedling Sutra with Venerable Thubten Chodron
July 9, 2024  |  9 a.m. PDT |  6 p.m. CET | 9:30 p.m. IST
Sponsored by 84000: Translating the Words of the Buddha

On Chökor Düchen 2024, a day that celebrates the Buddha’s first turning of the wheel of Dharma, 84000: Translating the Words of the Buddha will host their next Teaching on Sūtra with Venerable Thubten Chodron. Venerable Chodron will teach on The Rice Seedling sūtra, one of the most important Buddhist texts on “dependent arising.”

*Simultaneous interpretation will be provided in: Chinese, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Russian and Tibetan.

Registration and more information are here.

 

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Jul 10, 2024
Jul 11, 2024
Jul 12, 2024(1 event)

YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

  • Jul 12, 2024 - Jul 12, 2024
  • 6:00 PM -

Streamed on YouTube weekly Fridays at 6:00 pm Pacific Time

In this weekly series, Venerable Thubten Chodron reads and provides commentary on Following in the Buddha's Footsteps, Volume 4 in the multi-volume book series of the "Library of Wisdom and Compassion" by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Venerable Thubten Chodron.

Following in the Buddha's Footsteps delves into the core of Buddhist practice: the Three Jewels and the three higher trainings of ethical conduct, concentration and wisdom.

YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps
Jul 13, 2024(1 event)

Zoom: ‘Buddha Nature’

  • Jul 13, 2024 - Jul 13, 2024
  • 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Buddha Nature’ with Venerable Thubten Chodron
Saturday, July 13 at 5:00-6:30 p.m. Pacific Time |  Sunday, July 14 at 10-11:30 a.m. Australian Eastern Time
Sponsored by Vajrayana Institute and Kunsang Yeshe Retreat Center

Knowledge of Buddha Nature reveals and reconciles the paradox of how the mind can be the basis for both the duhkha of samsara (the unpurified mind) and the bliss and fulfillment of nirvana (the purified mind). Venerable Chodron will delve into the meaning of Buddha Nature and explain to us how to purify our minds and cultivate awakened qualities.

To join, register here.

Zoom: ‘Buddha Nature’ iCal Zoom: ‘Buddha Nature’
Jul 14, 2024
Jul 15, 2024
Jul 16, 2024
Jul 17, 2024
Jul 18, 2024
Jul 19, 2024(1 event)

YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

  • Jul 19, 2024 - Jul 19, 2024
  • 6:00 PM -

Streamed on YouTube weekly Fridays at 6:00 pm Pacific Time

In this weekly series, Venerable Thubten Chodron reads and provides commentary on Following in the Buddha's Footsteps, Volume 4 in the multi-volume book series of the "Library of Wisdom and Compassion" by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Venerable Thubten Chodron.

Following in the Buddha's Footsteps delves into the core of Buddhist practice: the Three Jewels and the three higher trainings of ethical conduct, concentration and wisdom.

YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps
Jul 20, 2024
Jul 21, 2024
Jul 22, 2024(1 event)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life
Jul 23, 2024(1 event)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life
Jul 24, 2024(1 event)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life
Jul 25, 2024(1 event)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life
Jul 26, 2024(2 events)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life

YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

  • Jul 26, 2024 - Jul 26, 2024
  • 6:00 PM -

Streamed on YouTube weekly Fridays at 6:00 pm Pacific Time

In this weekly series, Venerable Thubten Chodron reads and provides commentary on Following in the Buddha's Footsteps, Volume 4 in the multi-volume book series of the "Library of Wisdom and Compassion" by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Venerable Thubten Chodron.

Following in the Buddha's Footsteps delves into the core of Buddhist practice: the Three Jewels and the three higher trainings of ethical conduct, concentration and wisdom.

YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps
Jul 27, 2024(1 event)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life
Jul 28, 2024(2 events)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life

Sharing the Dharma Day

  • Jul 28, 2024 - Jul 28, 2024
  • 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Sharing the Dharma Day
with the Sravasti Abbey Community

July 28, 2024  |  10 am-12:00 pm: Meditation & teaching  |  2:00-3:30 pm: Discussion groups
(All times are Pacific Time)

One Sunday a month, Sravasti Abbey offers Sharing the Dharma Day, an opportunity for newcomers and old friends to explore the Buddha’s teachings and share in community fellowship. Your nutritious vegetarian potluck offering is welcomed, and registration is required.

Sharing the Dharma Day topics are drawn from the book, An Open-hearted Life: Transformative Methods for Compassionate Living, by Abbey founder and abbess Ven. Thubten Chodron and Eastern Washington University psychologist Dr. Russell Kolts.

People from all faiths and backgrounds can apply the principles explored on Sharing the Dharma Day to enhance their lives.

Registration info will be posted here.
See previous Sharing the Dharma Day teachings.

Sharing the Dharma Day
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Sharing the Dharma Day
Jul 29, 2024(1 event)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life
Jul 30, 2024(1 event)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life
Jul 31, 2024(1 event)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life
Aug 1, 2024(1 event)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life
Aug 2, 2024(2 events)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life

YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps

  • Aug 2, 2024 - Aug 2, 2024
  • 6:00 PM -

Streamed on YouTube weekly Fridays at 6:00 pm Pacific Time

In this weekly series, Venerable Thubten Chodron reads and provides commentary on Following in the Buddha's Footsteps, Volume 4 in the multi-volume book series of the "Library of Wisdom and Compassion" by His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Venerable Thubten Chodron.

Following in the Buddha's Footsteps delves into the core of Buddhist practice: the Three Jewels and the three higher trainings of ethical conduct, concentration and wisdom.

YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal YouTube: Following in the Buddha's Footsteps
Aug 3, 2024(1 event)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life
Aug 4, 2024(1 event)

Exploring Monastic Life

  • Jul 22, 2024 - Aug 8, 2024
  • All Day -

Exploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience
with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the Sravasti Abbey Community
July 22, 3:00 pm to August 8, 2:00 pm Pacific Time

Exploring Monastic Life is for qualified lay people exploring the possibility of ordination, and for monks and nuns that have been ordained for five years or less.

Bhikshuni Thubten Chodron teaches from over 40 years of experience as a monastic. In addition to receiving daily teachings, you will be able to interact with members of Abbey’s resident monastic community.

Applicants must have taken refuge in the Three Jewels at least one year ago and must not be in a long-term relationship. Priority will be given to applicants under 50 years old.

Exploring Monastic Life is offered in-person only. Read the Exploring Monastic Life program page for more info.

Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info.

Exploring Monastic Life
692 Country Lane
Newport, WA 99156
United States
509-447-5549
iCal Exploring Monastic Life