Drikung Namgyal Ling

White Tara Practice
2008-05-07 00:00, 2008-04-16 00:00, 2008-04-02 00:00, 2008-02-20 00:00 (America/Phoenix) | AZ
Tara embodies the female wisdom activity of the mind. She is often called the mother of all the Buddhas.1st & 3rd Wednesdays, Every Month
Zehra Conner1141 N Saddlewood Ranch DriveTucson, Arizona 85745 (Click here for a map)
For More Information: Zehra Conner: 299-1083

Sangha Meditation: Practice, Study & Discussion
2008-04-26 00:00, 2008-04-19 00:00, 2008-04-12 00:00, 2008-04-05 00:00, 2008-03-29 00:00, 2008-03-15 00:00, 2008-03-08 00:00, 2008-03-01 00:00
Sangha Meditation is an on-going meditation group that primarily focuses on ìThe Gradual Pathî meditation practices recommended by our centerís director, Khenpo Sherab Ozer Rinpoche, as well as other Drikung Kagyu lineage masters. This group is intended for introductory, as well as intermediate and advanced practitioners.
If you have any further questions, please contact Matthew at matthew@drikungkagyutucson.org or call 884-0554.
These sessions are free and open to the general public.
As a courtesy to those with allergies, please refrain from wearing perfume. Thank you!

Directions (Central Tucson)
ï N on Country Club Rd past Grant, Ft.Lowell and Prince Rds
ï Left at Racquet Club Ranch #3935, before Tucson Racquet & Fitness
ï Pass 1st drive on right. Event entry at next driveway, #36A, adobe house with prayer flags
ï Park to left in large dirt lot with palm trees

Saturdays, January 5, 12, and 19 @ 10:30am – 12:30pm

Matthew and Rachel’s House
3935 North Country Club Road, #36A
Tucson, Arizona 85716
(Click here for a map)
For More Information:
Matthew Vasquez: 884-0554

Achi Practice
2008-03-26 00:00, 2008-03-12 00:00, 2008-02-27 00:00, 2008-02-13 00:00, 2008-01-08 00:00
Achi Chokyi Droma was the grandmother of Lord Jigten Sumgon, who founded the Drikung Kagyu Lineage. Achi is considered chief protectress of the Drikung Kagyu.In Achi meditation practice, we use visualization and mantra as a means of concentration. The practice lasts approximately an hour and a half, and consists of opening prayers for dedicating the motivation to benefit all others, the body of the practice using visualization (contemplation of the mental visual image) and mantra (chanted prayers). The practice concludes with dedication prayers where, again, we think of our wish to benefit all other beings.
The prayers, visualization, and dedication are read from a sadhana (traditional practice text).
This particular practice was written by Jigten Sumgon, our lineageís founder, and translated in to English by Khenchen Gyaltsen Rinpoche.
Beginners are welcome at this practice.
2nd & 4th Wednesdays, Every Month
Pati Stein 1871 N. King Street Tucson, Arizona 85749 (Click here for a map)
For More Information: Pati Stein: 465-1882

Potluck Supper with Traga Rinpoche
2008-03-23 00:00
A potluck supper will be held in Traga Rinpoche’s honor following the teaching on Lord Jitgen Sumgon.This may be your last opportunity to visit with Traga Rinpoche before he makes an extended trip to Tibet.
Please bring a small dish to share with others. Call Zehra at 299-1083 for more details.
Zehra Conner1141 N. Saddlewood Ranch DriveTucson, Arizona 85745 (Click here for a map)
For More Information: Zehra Conner: 299-1083

The Life and Teachings of Lord Jigten Sumgon
2008-03-22 00:00 - 2008-03-23 00:00
Who was The Great Drikungpa, Ratnashri, Lord Jigten Sumgon? His coming was predicted in many sutras, tantras, and termas. There were many miraculous signs of his birth.His successorship as the head of the Drikung Kagyu lineage was predicted by his teacher, Phagmodrupa, who was a heart disciple of Gampopa. Hundreds of thousands of students gathered to hear his teachings. He authored many classic texts, including the Gong Chik and The Heart Essence of the Mahayana Teachings (Thegchen Tanpa’i Nyingpo), as well as many vajra songs.
We are blessed to have Traga Rinpoche here so soon after his 5-month retreat to instruct us on Lord Jigten Sumgon’s Life and Teachings. Please join us for what we are certain will be a most delightful weekend with the Venerable Traga Rinpoche.

1871 N. King Street Tucson, Arizona 85749 (Click here for a map)
For More Information:
Pati Stein: 465-1882

Lama Chopa Practice Instruction
2008-03-21 00:00
Lama Chopa meditation practice is a complete meditation for purifying the four obscurations through receiving the four empowerments of transforming one’s body, speech, and mind into the pure enlightened state.It is the Guru Yoga practice of Lord Jigten Sumgon, who was an incarnation of Nagarjuna, and the founder of the Drikung Kagyu lineage. Lord Jigten Sumgon says, “From today on, with one-pointed devotion pray to your great master and practice according to what he teaches. Thus, it is certain you will achieve the ultimate accomplishment (Buddhahood).”
Traga Rinpoche will lead us in this practice, and provide teachings regarding its meaning.

1871 N. King Street Tucson, Arizona 85749 (Click here for a map)
For More Information:
Pati Stein: 465-1882

Green Tara Practice
2008-03-08 00:00
Tara embodies the female wisdom activity of the mind.She is often called the mother of all the Buddhas.
2nd and 4th Saturdays Each Month 5210 N. Nina Drive Tucson, Arizona 85704
(Click here for a map)
For More Information: Jacki Elder at 292-6070

White Tara Practice
2008-03-05 00:00
Tara embodies the female wisdom activity of the mind. She is often called the mother of all the Buddhas.His Eminence Garchen Rinpoche has taught extensively on the benefits of White Tara practice. White Tara offers peace, prosperity, health and long life through her enlightened activities. She is depicted with a female body that is the brilliant white of a thousand autumn moons. Her third eye in her forehead symbolizes her vision of the unity of ultimate reality while she simultaneously sees the relative and dualistic world with her other two eyes.
Her hands and feet also have eyes, showing that all her actions are governed by her ultimate wisdom and compassion. She is the protective, helpful and comforting mother who shows limitless kindness, generosity and protection towards those who are tossed in the ocean of suffering.
If we recite her mantra and make a connection to her, we draw closer to developing her enlightened qualities in ourselves.
Please bring your bells and damarus!
1st & 3rd Wednesdays, Every Month
Zehra Conner1141 N Saddlewood Ranch DriveTucson, Arizona 85745 (Click here for a map)
For More Information: Zehra Conner: 299-1083

Sangha Meditation: Practice, Study & Discussion
2008-02-23 00:00
Sangha Meditation is an on-going meditation group that primarily focuses on ìThe Gradual Pathî meditation practices recommended by our centerís director, Khenpo Sherab Ozer Rinpoche, as well as other Drikung Kagyu lineage masters. This group is intended for introductory, as well as intermediate and advanced practitioners.
If you have any further questions, please contact Matthew at matthew@drikungkagyutucson.org or call 884-0554.
These sessions are free and open to the general public.
As a courtesy to those with allergies, please refrain from wearing perfume. Thank you!

Directions (Central Tucson)
ï N on Country Club Rd past Grant, Ft.Lowell and Prince Rds
ï Left at Racquet Club Ranch #3935, before Tucson Racquet & Fitness
ï Pass 1st drive on right. Event entry at next driveway, #36A, adobe house with prayer flags
ï Park to left in large dirt lot with palm trees

Saturdays, February 23, March 1, 8, 15 & 29 @ 10:30am – 12:30pm

Matthew and Rachel’s House
3935 North Country Club Road, #36A
Tucson, Arizona 85716
(Click here for a map)
For More Information:
Matthew Vasquez: 884-0554

Tibetan New Year (Losar) Celebration
2008-02-16 00:00
Join Us For Losar – Tibetan New Year! Tibetan Year 2135 – Earth Mouse Year, commences on February 8th. Due to scheduling needs, we will be celebrating Losar on February 16th Activities will begin with a Fire Puja ritual ceremony led by Gape Lama and Abao Lama of Garchen Buddhist Institute, followed by the hanging of prayer flags. Following the rituals, traditional Tibetan food will be served. Come and join us for Tibetan music, video, cuisine and conversation! A small donation of $15. is requested. All profits will benefit the Drikung Namgyal Ling Building Fund. This event is RSVP, to better enable us to purchase ingredients and prepare the meal. Please let us know that you will be attending by registering online by clicking here or by sending email to pati@drikungkagyutucson.org. May all beings benefit!

1871 N. King Street Tucson, Arizona 85749 (Click here for a map)
For More Information: Pati Stein: 465-1882

Tara Practice
2008-01-26 00:00, 2008-01-12 00:00

Achi Practice
2008-01-23 00:00
Achi was the grandmother of Lord Jigten Sumgon, who founded the Drikung Kagyu Lineage. Achi is considered chief protectress of the Drikung Kagyu.
2nd & 4th Wednesdays, Every Month
Pati Stein 1871 N. King Street Tucson, Arizona 85749 (Click here for a map)
For More Information: Pati Stein: 465-1882

Sangha Meditation: Practice, Study and Discussion
2008-01-19 00:00, 2008-01-12 00:00, 2008-01-05 00:00
