Becoming a Buddhist: Teachings on Buddhist Refuge Practice

TIME: 1:00 – 5:30 PM

COST: $25

By sincerely going for refuge to Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha we can form a strong foundation for our spiritual practice, accumulate a vast amount of merit, and quickly make progress along the paths that lead to permanent freedom from suffering.  In this course, we will learn the meaning, benefits, and commitments of Buddhist refuge practice.  After the course there will be an optional Refuge Vow Ceremony for those who wish to take refuge vows and formally become a Buddhist.

SCHEDULE

1:00 pm – Teaching and Meditation
4:00 pm – Tea break
4:30 pm – Refuge Vow Ceremony (optional)

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Teacher

Julie Francisco is the Resident Teacher of Kalpa Bhadra Kadampa Buddhist Center. Julie has studied and taught Kadampa Buddhism for many years. She has also engaged in extensive meditation retreat and is well-qualified to introduce others into Buddha’s teachings and meditation practices. She previously served as the Education Program Coordinator at Amitayus Kadampa Buddhist Center in Philadelphia while also working a regular job in the corporate sector. Julie shows a clear example of how to be a modern, lay Buddhist practitioner in a busy city, and presents Buddha’s teachings in an eloquent and inspiring manner.