Category Archives: Lineage

Welcome to Palyul – Tibetan Buddhist Practice

Tibetan

Practice held on the 1st and 3rd Sundays, beginning November 20th

The Palyul Sangha aspires to nurture, strengthen and serve our community through study, practice and living the Buddhadharma. We follow the principle of Bodhicitta- loving kindness and concern for others- which brings happiness and benefit to all living beings. We are under the direction of His Holiness Penor Rinpoche and our spiritual guide Khenchen Tsewang Gyatso Rinpoche. All are warmly welcome to join us!

Newcomers are welcome to come early (10-10:30am) and practice will begin at 10:30am

Ordinary Moments: An Intro to Insight Dialogue

Insight

Join us for this weekend retreat on November 11-13 for an introduction to the six simple guidelines of Insight Dialogue. An interpersonal meditation practice that weaves together three elements — each powerful in itself — the cultivation of meditative awareness, the wisdom teachings of the Buddha (dharma), and the power of our natural relatedness. The retreat is meant for both new and experienced practitioners of Insight Dialogue. More information can be found here.

Buddhism Basics

Non-denominational

Join senior BDC practitioners for the class series Buddhism Basics over four Wednesdays, October 26- November 16, 7-8:30 PM. This deep dive into the Dharma will offer the central teachings of this 2600 year old tradition. Each of the four classes will have a presentation, meditation, history, question and answer, dialogue. Great for those new to meditation and Buddhist practice. Seasoned practitioners are warmly encouraged as well.

A Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life

Zen

On Sunday, October 16, the Bozeman Zen Group and Karen DeCotis offer a half-day of practice on Wisdom from the Bodhisattvacaryāvatāra (A Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life) from 9 AM – 1 PM. We will meet in person and via Zoom with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation. There will be a dharma talk and time for questions. All welcome! A donation of $15 is requested and scholarships are available. Register here.

Dave Smith is back in Bozeman!

Insight

We are excited to bring Dave Smith back to Bozeman. Dave will be the guest speaker at Bozeman Insight Community’s meeting on Thursday Oct 6 at 7 PM. Dave will also do a Friday night talk (Oct 7) and a daylong retreat on Saturday, October 8 on “Developing Courage, Purpose, and Balance when Life Gets Hard”. We hope you can join one or all of these wonderful offerings! All welcome!

Intro to Meditation

Non-denominational

Our next Intro to Meditation class series starts this Wednesday, September 21 at 7 PM. Karen DeCotis from the Bozeman Zen Group (and the BDC’s new Director) will be leading these sessions. Learn practices from the Insight, Zen and Tibetan traditions. Meditation can help to calm the mind, open the heart, and awaken wisdom. It is a means to study ourselves by contacting our inner life. When we know ourselves well, we are better able to relate to others in the world with integrity and confidence. In the Buddhist tradition there are several meditation styles that can aid us in developing the qualities of peacefulness and wisdom. Join us for any or all of this series, if you would like to begin a meditation practice or renew the one you already have.

Open House

Non-denominational

Are you or someone you know interested in meditation? Mindfulness? Buddhism? Come to our Open House on Friday, September 16! Drop in any time from 5-6:30pm. Explore the BDC, meet board members, group leaders, and other like-minded people. A great time to get your questions answered! Meditation supplies, art and books will be available for purchase for a donation to the BDC.

Dawn Scott Dharma Talk

Insight

On Sunday, August 28 from 10-11:30 am, Dawn Scott will be the guest at Butte Insight Sangha’s weekly meeting. Use Butte’s Zoom meeting number: 567-641-174 (pass code 628468). Dawn has been practicing Insight Meditation since 2008 and served as the Family Program Coordinator for eight years at Spirit Rock Meditation Center.