Dear Troy Shambhala,
Motors buzz, cutting the last of Summer’s growth, the sun is a little more rushed in the sky, and the walnut trees are already dropping leaves. Autumn is near… crickets. Time for Harvest of Peace (9/25)!
September 25: Harvest of Peace Potluck Celebration at Peebles Island State Park
Harvest of Peace is a yearly celebration recognizing the changing of the seasons and the richness of our changing lives. It is a chance to come together as a local community to enjoy each other’s company and appreciate the wealth of our practice and the teachings of our tradition. We will also hear from the head of Shambhala, Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche, in a recorded address to the global community.
For details and registration: http://troy.
Please register!
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Sitting each Tuesday in September is from 6:30-7:30 PM, as usual. And do join us for the following extras after sitting:
Sept 6: Group dinner in downtown Troy (Mmmaybe pizza, again?)
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Sept 13: Snack Salon – Feel free to bring something to share! Food, Conversation, and Meditation is the Sakyong’s prescription. We can do all of that in one shot!
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Sept 20: What’s with the Chanting?: The Shambhala Dedication of Merit
Wherever you find the Shambhala teachings, they are sure to be followed by this short chant. Buddhist teacher, Jeff Wigman, will discuss the practice of chanting and the significance of this potent piece of poetry.
For details and registration: http://troy.
Please register!
Suggested donation: $5.00
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Sept 27: Shambhala Sadhana Practice
This will be done in place of regular sitting practice. Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche composed this practice to deepen our personal and social connection with basic goodness. The Shambhala Sadhana is a simple, powerful, direct engagement of our inherent richness and strength. All are welcome to participate, and instruction will be provided. (Please arrive on time.)
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Also:
Running (or Walking) with the Mind of Meditation
Monday, September 26, at 6:30PM:
For details and registration: http://troy.
Please register! This event will be canceled if we have no registrations.
Suggested donation: $5.00
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See you!