Venerable Thrangu Rinpoche completed a one month visit at Vajra Vidya
8/23/19: Venerable Thrangu Rinpoche completed a one month visit at Vajra Vidya on August 14th. His health is doing well and benefited from soaks in the local hot springs and energetic treatments.
He was “Very happy” with his stay, which included overseeing construction progress on the South Wing, meetings with several small groups and interviews with 130 individuals-all while he was resting!
Special Announcement: Thrangu Rinpoche has requested Khenpo Jigme to assume duties as the Spiritual Director and President of the Board for Namo Buddha Seminars and Vajra Vidya Retreat Center. Khenpo Lobzang has completed his term of three years of diligent service and will continue support of the Center’s activities. Previous Board Members were honored by Rinpoche for their many years of dedicated service.
Program Requests: To assist with planning, Khenpo Jigme asks the greater Sangha to submit requests for teachings and curriculum for programs. He enthusiastically desires to hear from you regarding your needs, interests and what you believe would be most supportive to your practice. This can include covering specific texts, Dharma basics, intermediate and advanced subjects, review and deepening of Sadhanas, etc. Please send your ideas.
Fundraising: Sponsor Rinpoche’s Elevator. Plans have been finalized for the South Wing entrance area to include an elevator (see below) which will greatly assist Rinpoche, those with special needs and our aging Sangha members for future retreats. The cost of the elevator is $57,000.00. Including this improvement has put us over budget. Donations in any amount will be most gratefully received.
Cook Needed: We have a current Full Time Cook position available starting in October at Vajra Vidya Retreat Center. This is a paid position with room and board included. Volunteers with cooking experience willing to make a 1-3 month commitment who would like to experience Retreat Center life are also most welcome to apply. Please refer any interested parties to Himani.
