Calendar
Here you'll find Venerable Thubten Chodron's teaching calendar. Visit the Sravasti Abbey website calendar for more Dharma events.
Events in June 2023
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May 29, 2023(1 event)
Good Karma – Memorial Day Weekend RetreatGood Karma – Memorial Day Weekend RetreatGood Karma Why do things happen the way they do? Venerable Thubten Chodron continues a series of teachings over Memorial Day weekend based on her book, Good Karma: How to Create the Causes of Happiness and Avoid the Causes of Suffering, a commentary on “The Wheel of Sharp Weapons” by Indian sage Dharmarakshita. With practical advice and plenty of humor, Venerable Chodron brings this 9th century mind-training text to life. It teaches how to eliminate the causes of anxiety, fear, and depression, and to create the causes of joyful liberation for ourselves and others. Watch previous teachings on this text here. Registration opens April 3. Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info and retreat schedule. All Sravasti Abbey programs are offered freely and your offerings are welcomed. Go here to make an offering. |
May 30, 2023
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May 31, 2023
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Jun 1, 2023(1 event)
YouTube: Engaging in the Bodhisattva's DeedsYouTube: Engaging in the Bodhisattva's DeedsStreamed on YouTube weekly Thursdays at 9 am Pacific Time Join Venerable Thubten Chodron for live teachings on Shantideva’s classic text Engaging in the Bodhisattva's Deeds. A text that the residents of Sravasti Abbey read annually on Christmas Day, this is a book that provides a road map to awakening you’ll keep coming back to. The Dalai Lama famously attributed any realization of compassion and bodhicitta he has to this text. Who it’s for: Engaging in a Bodhisattva’s Deeds is a text that lends itself to both new and seasoned Dharma practitioners. It covers the entire span of practices necessary to progress on the path to full awakening, in an easy to read format with stark imagery and reasonings to inspire and transform the mind. About the author: Shantideva lived in 8th century ancient India, was born into a royal family and set to assume the throne after his father. However, motivated to be of greatest benefit to all sentient beings, Shantideva left the royal life and entered monastic life at the renowned Nalanda Monastery. |
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Jun 4, 2023(1 event)
Webcast: Working with AngerWebcast: Working with AngerWorking with Anger Workshop In this series of five talks, Venerable Thubten Chodron explains how anger arises, what anger is, and how anger interacts with our lives. She explores the disadvantages of anger, and how anger relates to attachment and social change, and explains the Buddhist perspective on how we can overcome anger both toward ourselves and others. Gompa member-supporters are cordially invited to register for this special teaching event. At the time you register, there will also be the opportunity to make a voluntary offering in support of the Sravasti Abbey, Newport, Washington, USA. From the closing registration date of July 3rd, 2023, onwards, the teaching will continue to be available to Gompa member-supporters from the Gompa Library. Online |
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Jun 8, 2023(1 event)
YouTube: Engaging in the Bodhisattva's DeedsYouTube: Engaging in the Bodhisattva's DeedsStreamed on YouTube weekly Thursdays at 9 am Pacific Time Join Venerable Thubten Chodron for live teachings on Shantideva’s classic text Engaging in the Bodhisattva's Deeds. A text that the residents of Sravasti Abbey read annually on Christmas Day, this is a book that provides a road map to awakening you’ll keep coming back to. The Dalai Lama famously attributed any realization of compassion and bodhicitta he has to this text. Who it’s for: Engaging in a Bodhisattva’s Deeds is a text that lends itself to both new and seasoned Dharma practitioners. It covers the entire span of practices necessary to progress on the path to full awakening, in an easy to read format with stark imagery and reasonings to inspire and transform the mind. About the author: Shantideva lived in 8th century ancient India, was born into a royal family and set to assume the throne after his father. However, motivated to be of greatest benefit to all sentient beings, Shantideva left the royal life and entered monastic life at the renowned Nalanda Monastery. |
Jun 9, 2023(1 event)
Young Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore Buddhism Connection. Conversation. Collaboration. Course includes: Daily teachings and Dharma discussions with Ven. Thubten Chodron All programs are offered on a donation basis. Read about our economy of generosity. Read the Young Adults Explore Buddhism webpage for more info or write to office [dot] sravasti [at] gmail [dot] com or call 509-447-5549. Registration opens April 3. Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info. |
Jun 10, 2023(1 event)
Young Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore Buddhism Connection. Conversation. Collaboration. Course includes: Daily teachings and Dharma discussions with Ven. Thubten Chodron All programs are offered on a donation basis. Read about our economy of generosity. Read the Young Adults Explore Buddhism webpage for more info or write to office [dot] sravasti [at] gmail [dot] com or call 509-447-5549. Registration opens April 3. Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info. |
Jun 11, 2023(1 event)
Young Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore Buddhism Connection. Conversation. Collaboration. Course includes: Daily teachings and Dharma discussions with Ven. Thubten Chodron All programs are offered on a donation basis. Read about our economy of generosity. Read the Young Adults Explore Buddhism webpage for more info or write to office [dot] sravasti [at] gmail [dot] com or call 509-447-5549. Registration opens April 3. Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info. |
Jun 12, 2023(1 event)
Young Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore Buddhism Connection. Conversation. Collaboration. Course includes: Daily teachings and Dharma discussions with Ven. Thubten Chodron All programs are offered on a donation basis. Read about our economy of generosity. Read the Young Adults Explore Buddhism webpage for more info or write to office [dot] sravasti [at] gmail [dot] com or call 509-447-5549. Registration opens April 3. Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info. |
Jun 13, 2023(1 event)
Young Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore Buddhism Connection. Conversation. Collaboration. Course includes: Daily teachings and Dharma discussions with Ven. Thubten Chodron All programs are offered on a donation basis. Read about our economy of generosity. Read the Young Adults Explore Buddhism webpage for more info or write to office [dot] sravasti [at] gmail [dot] com or call 509-447-5549. Registration opens April 3. Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info. |
Jun 14, 2023(1 event)
Young Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore Buddhism Connection. Conversation. Collaboration. Course includes: Daily teachings and Dharma discussions with Ven. Thubten Chodron All programs are offered on a donation basis. Read about our economy of generosity. Read the Young Adults Explore Buddhism webpage for more info or write to office [dot] sravasti [at] gmail [dot] com or call 509-447-5549. Registration opens April 3. Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info. |
Jun 15, 2023(2 events)
Young Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore BuddhismYoung Adults Explore Buddhism Connection. Conversation. Collaboration. Course includes: Daily teachings and Dharma discussions with Ven. Thubten Chodron All programs are offered on a donation basis. Read about our economy of generosity. Read the Young Adults Explore Buddhism webpage for more info or write to office [dot] sravasti [at] gmail [dot] com or call 509-447-5549. Registration opens April 3. Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info. YouTube: Engaging in the Bodhisattva's DeedsYouTube: Engaging in the Bodhisattva's DeedsStreamed on YouTube weekly Thursdays at 9 am Pacific Time Join Venerable Thubten Chodron for live teachings on Shantideva’s classic text Engaging in the Bodhisattva's Deeds. A text that the residents of Sravasti Abbey read annually on Christmas Day, this is a book that provides a road map to awakening you’ll keep coming back to. The Dalai Lama famously attributed any realization of compassion and bodhicitta he has to this text. Who it’s for: Engaging in a Bodhisattva’s Deeds is a text that lends itself to both new and seasoned Dharma practitioners. It covers the entire span of practices necessary to progress on the path to full awakening, in an easy to read format with stark imagery and reasonings to inspire and transform the mind. About the author: Shantideva lived in 8th century ancient India, was born into a royal family and set to assume the throne after his father. However, motivated to be of greatest benefit to all sentient beings, Shantideva left the royal life and entered monastic life at the renowned Nalanda Monastery. |
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Jun 21, 2023(1 event)
YouTube & Zoom: Q&A with Clear Mountain MonasteryYouTube & Zoom: Q&A with Clear Mountain MonasteryVen. Chodron Q&A with Ajahns Kovilo and Nisabho As part of a growing friendship, Eastern Washington’s Sravasti Abbey and Seattle’s Clear Mountain Monastery will co-host a Q&A session at 6 pm Wed. June 21, with Ven. Thubten Chodron and the two communities, including those joining online (6-6:45 pm via YouTube Livestream and 6:45-7:30 pm via Zoom). Ajahn Nisabho and Ajahn Kovilo, co-founders of Clear Mountain Monastery, will lead an interview with Ven. Chodron in which they, and those joining online, will have the opportunity to ask her about the confluence of the Mahāyāna and Theravāda traditions, Emptiness, building harmonious community, and other questions that come to mind. The shared event represents the first step in a budding relationship bridging Washington and the two traditions. Program 6–6:45 pm: Watch livestream on YouTube here. Meeting ID: 814 0437 4852 Online |
Jun 22, 2023(1 event)
YouTube: Q&A Part II with Clear Mountain MonasteryYouTube: Q&A Part II with Clear Mountain MonasteryVen. Chodron Q&A with Ajahns Kovilo and Nisabho After an engaging Q&A session between the monks of Clear Mountain Monastery and Venerable Thubten Chodron, Sravasti Abbey hosts a follow-up session where Venerable Thubten Chodron will put Ajahn Kovilo and Ajahn Nisabho in the hot seat. Watch the Wednesday June 21 Q&A on the Clear Mountain Monastery YouTube channel here. Online |
Jun 23, 2023
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Jun 24, 2023(1 event)
Zoom: Transforming Knowledge into ActionZoom: Transforming Knowledge into ActionTransforming Knowledge into Action Venerable Thubten Chodron gives practical advice about how to apply the Buddha’s teachings when the rubber hits the road and our Dharma study is put to the test. Zoom |
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Jun 29, 2023(1 event)
Exploring Monastic LifeExploring Monastic LifeExploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience 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. Registration opens April 3. Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info. |
Jun 30, 2023(1 event)
Exploring Monastic LifeExploring Monastic LifeExploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience 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. Registration opens April 3. Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info. |
Jul 1, 2023(1 event)
Exploring Monastic LifeExploring Monastic LifeExploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience 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. Registration opens April 3. Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info. |
Jul 2, 2023(1 event)
Exploring Monastic LifeExploring Monastic LifeExploring Monastic Life is a study and community experience 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. Registration opens April 3. Check the Sravasti Abbey website for registration info. |