Author Archives: Lama Matthew Palden Gocha
Half Day Zen Meditation Retreat
November 1, 2025 @ 9am
Join us for the Rime Center’s Zen style retreat. We will follow the practice taught by visiting teacher, Karen Maezen Miller, with a brief instruction at the beginning of the meditation. This event will follow the practice taught by visiting teacher, Karen Maezen Miller. Continue reading →
Sutra Study Sunday – Sutra on The Lion’s Roar of Queen Srimala
November 2, 2025 @ 12:30 pm
Explore Buddhist wisdom every first Sunday after service as we study sutras across traditions. This month we will be studying part of the Tathagatagarbha Sūtra, it teaches the concept of Tathagatagarbha—the inherent Buddha-nature within all beings—and its connection to the Noble Truths. Continue reading →
Upcoming Class: Introduction to the Path of the Mahayana
November 5, 2025 @ 7:45 pm
Come join us at the Rime Buddhist Center for an enlightening event where we will delve into the teachings of Mahayana Buddhism. Using Nāgārjuna’s classic text Letter to a Friend, this class will provide you with a foundational understanding of the Mahayana path, its principles, and practices. Continue reading →
Upcoming Class: On Buddha Essence
November 5, 2025 @ 7:45 pm
Join us in person for an exploration of our innate wisdom and purity at the heart of all experience. Guided by the teachings of Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche and Rangjung Dorje, we’ll uncover how meditation reveals this radiant nature. Continue reading →
Upcoming Holiday – Lha Bab Düchen
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November 11, 2025 Begins at 7:30am
Join us as the Rime Center celebrates Lha Bab Düchen, the ‘Festival of the Descent from Heaven’. We will host Shakyamuni Buddha Pujas and meditation sessions for self-paced meditation throughout the day. Continue reading →
Upcoming Class – The Mirror of Mindfulness
September 24.2025 @ 7:45pm
Join us as we explore The Mirror of Mindfulness, a presentation of Tibetan Buddhist teachings on the endless cycle of experience, including the four bardos. Continue reading
Autumn Equinox Spirit Offering and Smoke Puja
September 28.2025 @ 10:30am
Lama Matthew Palden Gocha and the Rime Nagpa/ma community will be offering both a spirit offering and smoke offering during the Sunday Service. We will be making offerings to help dedicate and create auspicious connections as … Continue reading
Upcoming Class – The Four Immeasurables
October 1, 2025 @ 7:45 pm
Join us for a transformative class exploring the Four Immeasurables—loving-kindness, compassion, joy, and equanimity. Deepen your understanding, cultivate a more compassionate heart, and connect with like-minded practitioners. Offered in-person with an online option. We look forward to seeing you! Continue reading
Half Day Green Tara Retreat
October 4, 2025 @ 9:00am
Join us in-person or online for a Green Tara retreat. Through chanting, mantra, and meditation, we’ll connect with Tara’s compassion, removing inner fears and obstacles. Open to all levels—no empowerment required to participate. Continue reading