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Author Archives: Lama Matthew Palden Gocha

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Sutra Study Sunday – Discourse on the Not-self Characteristic

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha

November 3, 2024 @ 12:30pm

We will be exploring the rich repository of Buddhist Sutras. We will be studying the Discourse on the Not-self Characteristic. This sutta was the first of the Buddha’s discourses during which his listeners became arahants.. Continue reading →

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Upcoming Class: Introduction to the Path of the Mahayana

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha

November 6, 2024 @ 7:45pm

Join us for an enlightening event exploring Mahayana Buddhism. Based on Nāgārjuna’s Letter to a Friend, this class offers a foundation in Mahayana principles and practices. Open to all curious minds, this journey promises deep insights. Continue reading →

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Board Game Night at the Rime Center!

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha

November 16, 2024 at 5:00pm

Join us for a fun, family-friendly game night at the Rime Center! Bring your favorite board games, your kids, and your friends for a night of community and connection.

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Upcoming Holiday – Lha Bab Düchen

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha

November 22, 2024  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 →

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Upcoming Class: The Four Immeasurables

Posted on September 19, 2024 by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha

October 2, 2024 @ 7:45pm

This class is a combination of study and application of lovingkindness, compassion, empathetic joy, and equanimity. The four immeasurables are a traditional set of practices that open the heart, counter the distortions in our relationships to ourselves, and deepen our relationships to others. Continue reading →

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Upcoming Event: Half Day Green Tara Retreat

Posted on September 19, 2024 by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha

October 5, 2024 @ 9am

Designed to be accessible for all levels of learning. The retreat will focus on the sadhana practice of Green Tara, which involves chanting the tantric liturgy, meditation, and chanting of mantras. Continue reading →

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Sutra Study Sunday – An Analysis of the Path

Posted on September 19, 2024 by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha

October 6, 2024 @ 12:30pm

Join us as we explore the rich repository of Buddhist Sutras. We will be studying the An Analysis of the Path Sutta. In this  Sutta the Buddha Śākyamuni explains and defines the Eightfold Noble Path. Continue reading →

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Rime Sangha Hike – Lake Rememberance

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha

September 14, 2024 @ 10am

The Rime Sangha will be meeting up on Saturday September 14th at 10am for a hike through the park. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. If the weather is not cooperating the hike will be postponed to the following Saturday. Continue reading →

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Preparing for the Refuge Vows

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha

September 15, 2024 at 12:30pm

This class is for anyone who is contemplating on taking the refuge vows. Taking the refuge vows is generally considered to be the doorway to the learning and incorporating the Buddhist tenets into one’s life. Continue reading →

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Autumn Equinox Spirit Offering and Smoke Puja

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Lama Matthew Palden Gocha

September 29.2024 @ 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 we enter the new season. Continue reading →

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