Alternative New Year's: An Evening of Compassion
December 31st | 7 - 9:30pm
Teacher: Gen Kelsang Wangpo
Cost: $15
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Welcome the New Year with a heart full of hope and compassion at our Candlelit Avalokiteshvara Prayers service. Join us at the Kadampa Center for an evening of serene reflection and powerful prayers to Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha of Compassion.
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In this special New Year's service, we will engage in heartfelt prayers and meditation to invoke the blessings of Avalokiteshvara, seeking to cultivate compassion, wisdom, and a renewed sense of purpose for the year ahead. The candlelit atmosphere will create a tranquil and inspiring setting, enhancing our connection to the compassionate energy of Avalokiteshvara.
This service is an opportunity to release the past year’s challenges and set positive intentions for the future, embracing the New Year with a compassionate and open heart. All are welcome to join us for this meaningful and uplifting occasion.
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Schedule:
7:00 - 8:30pm: Talk, prayers, and guided meditation
8:30 - 9:30pm: refreshments, hors d’oeuvres and non-alcoholic beverages
About the teacher
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Gen Wangpo previously taught Kadampa Buddhism in Olympia, Tacoma, Santa Barbara, and Houston before becoming the Resident Teacher in Phoenix.
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Known for his practical teaching style and deep analysis, he makes Buddha’s teachings accessible and effective. With decades of teaching experience, he offers powerful spiritual guidance.