KBC NEWS

The newsletter of Kailash Buddhist Centre: February 2008

Classes & Courses

Day Course: Sunday 16th March 10am-4.30: ‘Try - Don’t Worry’ The title of this day course is advice that Geshe-la often gives. The course will explain how by we can practice the Buddhist Spiritual Path in a relaxed, consistent & effective manner, whatever our personal circumstances. Suitable for everyone, cost is £20 including a delicious vegetarian lunch. All proceeds will be donated to the ‘International Temples Project’ (ITP) a Kadampa Charity dedicated to World Peace.

Afternoon Course: Sunday 20th April 12-3pm: ‘Meditation for Relaxation’ Based on the bestselling CD of the same name, this short course will serve as a foundation for a daily relaxing meditation practise. Suitable for everyone, cost is £10. All Proceeds will be donated to the ‘ITP’.

Kids Class: The Kids class on Sunday Morning 11:00-12:15pm is going well. If your kids would like to learn to meditate, give Jane a ring at the centre. The class is a free (although we welcome financial or Art or Craft donations) and whilst the kids attend the class, parents can join in for Prayers for World Peace in the main meditation room.

Wednesday Evening Class: Unfortunately the Wednesday evening class at Kailash Centre will no longer be running. If you enjoyed attending this class then you may be interested in joining Foundation Programme which runs on Saturdays 9.30 - 2pm.

Paris Festival: 31st October - 7th November 2008. Booking opens on 10th February. Brochures are available at the Centre or visit the website: www.KadampaFestivalParis.org

Spring Festival: Booking will start in February for this International Festival at Manjushri Centre in Ulverston - May 23rd–26th. See brochures or visit the website www.kadampa.org

Everyone at KBC is a volunteer. Although we are a reg’d charity we receive no outside funding, but are 100% reliant on the support and generosity of those who attend our classes. Please support your centre.

Fundraiser: For a donation of £10 you can remove one of a hundred squares presently obscuring a picture of what we hope will become the new bigger, brighter and permanent home for Kailash Centre. It has always been our intention to move to larger, more suitable premises in the future and this wonderful property is due to come on the market in 2008. Hopefully we can raise enough funds to purchase it. This will be a great gift for both this and future generations.

Donation Forms + Magic Boxes: At the Centre and classes you will find Donation forms and Magic boxes. Please support your centre by making a regular or one off donation, or by making an interest free loan. Magic Boxes are also an excellent way to make donations.

Get sponsored/get fit and do the Wirral Coastal Walk! We will again be doing the Wirral Coastal Walk on Sunday 18th May to raise funds for our ‘Mash the Mortgage’ appeal. Why not join us for 5, 10 or 15 miles. Sponsorship forms will be available soon.

Centre Cards: A ‘KBC Card’ costs £25 a month, allowing you to attend as many classes as you like and receive 1/3 discount on day courses etc.

Unwanted Xmas Gifts: There’ll be an unwanted gifts sale in the centre’s dining area from Weds 20th Feb for one week. Please bring any unwanted items to donate and/or buy some.

Nearly New Clothes Sale: We are now collecting quality clothing & accessories for our spring sale. Please ask your friends/relatives/neighbours for any donations and help to make this project a success. Please drop any donations off at the centre or at your class.