Meditation 101: A Three-week General Program Series

TIME: 7:00 – 8:30 PM

COST: $8 per class (free for benefactors)

In this three-week series, we will be introduced to the basics of Buddhist meditation. This is a great place to start if you are new to meditation and/or Buddhism. Everyone is welcome to attend and no prior experience is necessary. Join us for all three classes, or drop into any class as your schedule allows.

TOPICS

March 2 – What is Meditation?
March 9 – The Path to Inner Peace: Introduction to the Lamrim Meditations
March 16 – The Key to Happiness: Cherishing Others

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.