Star Group for Peace & HEALING
With Talks on Emptiness based on the Current Physics and Astronomy Model
September 22-25, In-Person and Online Retreat
with Karen Russell, Rob McConnell and Derek Rasmussen
Star group meditation is a beautiful, powerful and non-sectarian practice from the Western Mysteries traditions. It was often taught by Namgyal Rinpoche as a tool to focus and direct the meditative energy of a group toward aims such as healing or peace.
Right now, in the fall of 2023, meditation for world peace and healing is needed. Karen Russell, a long-time friend of the Dharma Centre and current board member, with an aspiration to alleviate suffering throughout the planet has envisioned a Worldwide Star Group for Peace and Healing. This planetary offering includes those who will be practicing at the DCC and will be supporting star groups around the country and the world who will join the practice from offsite. Please join us in person or from wherever you are!
Note: These events below are open for those attending by zoom. All are welcome to join from anywhere in the world for a worldwide gathering. Zoom ink will be sent to those who register.
Sat 10 am: Talk on Emptiness from a Current Physics and Astronomy Model by Rob
Sat 3 pm: Live Star Group led by Karen
Sat 7:30 pm: Live Star Group led by Karen (NEW ADDITION)
Sun 10 am: Dharma Talk by Derek
Sun 3 pm: Talk by Rob (NEW ADDITION)
Sun 7:30 pm: Live Star Group led by Karen (NEW ADDITION)
Mon 10 am: Dharma Talk by Derek (NEW ADDITION)
There will also be additional program for those who attend in person.
Karen Russell, Rob McConnell and Derek Rasmussen graduated from the three year Buddhist minister's training program at the Kinmount Academy and Seminary.
Important Details
When: September 22-25, 2023. Please plan to arrive between 3-5pm on the first day. The retreat will begin with a property orientation at 5:30pm followed by a light supper and the first evening class and will finish after lunch on the final day.
Rates: non-members: $375 members: $330
(To find out how to become a member please visit our membership page)
Rates include: Single accommodation and all meals. They do not include instructor fees. Teachers are sharing their experiences within the traditional Buddhist understanding of Dana. To understand more about Dana, please read the following:
What is Dana? Teachers give the teachings of awakening (Dharma) freely so that anyone, no matter their financial means can attend classes. Each time one receives teachings, it is an opportunity to consciously practice generosity. Giving money and other means of support expresses gratitude and support to the teacher and helps to ensure that these teachings continue. Each person receiving Dharma teachings determines the kind and amount of Dāna according to one’s heart and one’s financial means. When deciding how much to offer, one should think about what these teachings mean to you and try to give accordingly. It is recommended that students make an offering of dāna at the beginning of a class or retreat to establish the intention to make the most of this opportunity for one’s own progression and for the benefit of all others.
Deposit: A 50% deposit is required to hold your space upon registration.
Cancellation policy: Full refund up to 14 days before the commencement of the course. For cancellations less than 14 days prior to course begin, a $100 administrative fee will be charged.