Part of a 4-week drop-in series with Christian Gauthier
Wednesdays, April 16 – May 7, 2025 • 7:30-9:00 pm
In-Person at KMC LA + member livestream at the Member Portal
Karma is a special instance of the law of cause and effect. Through understanding and believing in Karma, we can prevent future suffering and establish the foundation for pure happiness. In particular we need to know what actions to avoid and what actions to engage in, in order to solve our own and others problems and create last peace and happiness.
Each class will consist of teachings, guided meditation and discussion to help you uncover the possibility that exists within you for change.
Everyone is welcome to drop in to any or all of the classes in this series. No experience necessary.
Remaining topics in this series:
April 23: An Action is Never Wasted
April 30: The Dangers of Negative Actions
May 7: Meditation and its Effects
General Program (GP) classes are suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners alike. The classes are designed to help those looking for Buddhist wisdom to help with stress relief and relaxation, as well as those interested in exploring the nature of the mind, and pursuing the Buddhist path.
Classes explore the basic framework of Buddhist teachings and meditation and explain how to use Buddha’s advice in our daily lives to solve our problems. All General Program classes are based on commentaries by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.
A typical class consists of a guided relaxation meditation, a teaching based on the meditation topic, and final contemplative meditation. Although classes are given in a series around one specific theme, they are drop-in in nature and can be taken individually, as each class topic is self-contained.
GP classes last approximately 1.5 hours. Chairs and cushions are provided by the Center. No special clothing is required, and there is no physical exercise, yoga, or stretching involved.
Everyone is welcome, regardless of belief; you do not need to be Buddhist to attend.