WORKSHOPS AND SPECIAL EVENTS

with FOH founder Catherine Jetsun-Yeshe

View short videos of FOH founder Lama Catherine Jetsun Yeshe where she discusses the history and philosophy of FOH a well as the development of  equanimity:  part 1 and part 2. 

She discusses Tibetan Chenrezig compassion meditation here. 

INTRODUCING THE VAJRAYANA PATH

• a set of 4 classes and 4 workshops
• with Catherine Jetsun Yeshe
• at Snow Lion Meditation Shop and
• Friends of the Heart, Toronto

All classes and workshops can be attended individually but as a sequence, they form an integrated set of stepping stones.

Fee/Cost:

Classes at Snow Lion Meditation Shop are by donation (dana)

Workshops at Friends of the Heart: ($20 Admin Fee) + (donation to teacher: sugg $40-$80)

#1 BODHICITTA ASPIRATION develops into a PATH OF LIVING IN BEAUTY

FRIDAY JAN 20 (7:30 Snow Lion) and

SUNDAY JAN 22 (10:30 to 4pm Friends of the Heart)

Aspiration creates life and the path of living that opens with the aspiration gives life meaning.  The two terms in Buddhist philosophy that are used are ‘Bodhicitta’ and ‘Bodhisattva’.  They form a definitive roadway for us to pursue the mysteries behind the words of Keats’:

“Beauty is truth and truth beauty

That’s all ye know on earth and all ye need to know”

Through lecture, discussion, meditation and movement we will explore these two terms and how they can help us live a meaningful life in this confusing 21^st century.

Please wear comfortable clothing suitable for simple movement exercises to the workshop and something to share for lunch

#2 THE SEVEN BRANCH PRAYER

FRIDAY MARCH 2 (7:30 Snow Lion and

SUNDAY MARCH 4 (10:30am to 4pm Friends of the Heart)

This prayer forms an integral part of most Vajrayana text practices (sadhanas). 

Their 7 step process can lead us quickly into much deeper reflections.

In a classroom setting as well as a workshop following it, we will unpack this text with our 21^st century minds.

For the workshop: Please bring simple art supplies and wear comfortable clothing for the workshop and something to share for lunch.

#3 BATHING BUDDHA and the PATH OF PURIFICATION

FRIDAY APRIL 13 (7:30pm Snow Lion) and

SUNDAY APRIL 15 (10:30am to 4pm Friends of the Heart)

Washing away the ‘sins of humankind’ forms an important part of the Christian tradition, especially at Easter time.  But purification has always been an integral part of all religious education. The Vajrayana Buddhist tradition has an effective methodology for this stage of the spiritual journey and one that is hopeful and healthy to pursue.

Through lecture, discussion, meditation and movement, we will explore this in a classroom setting as well as a workshop following it.

For the workshop: Please wear clothing suitable for simple movement exercises and something to share for lunch.

#4 THE IMPORTANCE OF OFFERING THE MANDALA

FRIDAY MAY 25 (7:30pm Snow Lion) and

SUNDAY MAY 27 (10:30 TO 4pm Friends of the Heart)

As we develop our spirit, we come to realize that every thing is a reflection of the divine. As the barriers of self protection dissolve, we see ourselves in an endless flow of creation and dissolution. 

The Vajrayana Buddhist practice of offering the mandala in its most profound meaning is the full commitment of everything in our lives to participate in helping to bring the light of clarity and compassion into every aspect of this planetary existence and beyond.

This class and workshop will explore and tease out the magnificent secrets behind this seemingly arcane practice.

For the workshop: Please wear comfortable clothing, bring art supplies and something to share for lunch.