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Finding Calm in the Midst of Change
Finding Calm in the Midst of Change In our busy and ever-changing lives, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. We may be swept up in a whirlwind of activity, constantly moving from one task to the next, or caught in the currents of change and uncertainty. Yet, as practitioners, we have a unique opportunity to…
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Help Us Support the Local Food Bank
With the rising cost of living, many families in our community are finding it harder to put food on the table. The local food bank, run by the Uniting Church in St Georges Basin, has seen an increase in demand as more people are turning to them for support. To help meet this growing need,…
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The Power of Patience: Cultivating Inner Peace in a Fast-Paced World
We’ve all been there—feeling the heat of anger pushing us to react in ways we later regret. While anger can sometimes protect us, it often ends up causing harm to ourselves and others. The key to breaking this cycle is patience. Patience isn’t just about waiting. It’s about letting go of the need to lash…
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Celebrating Our Calm Abiding Journey and Exciting Upcoming Sessions
Our final Calm Abiding session was a special moment, filled with laughter, connection, and a shared sense of accomplishment. The group gathered to enjoy some pizza and each other’s company, reflecting on the journey we’ve taken together over the past eight weeks. It was heartwarming to see the bonds that have formed, creating a beautiful…
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Blessing of the Fleet
We were honoured to participate in the Blessing of the Fleet, organised by the Shoalhaven Rural Fire Service. A big thank you to Rev. Robert Buchan for inviting us to join the RFS Pastoral Care team in offering a prayer for the volunteers and vehicles that will protect our community this summer. Representatives from RFS,…
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Celebrating the 70th Birthday of Lama Choedak Rinpoche
Some of the members of the MBC community recently had the great honour attending the celebration of the 70th birthday of Lama Choedak Rinpoche, spiritual director of MBC, whose presence has been a beacon of wisdom and compassion within our lives and community for over 20 years. As we gathered to celebrate and commemorate this…
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A Day of Blessings at the International Buddhist Academy in Kathmandu
On August 28, 2024, at the International Buddhist Academy (IBA) in Kathmandu, a group of 200 international students continued their TCP studies with His Holiness Ratna Vajra Rinpoche. On this auspicious Dakini Day, the atmosphere was filled with acts of kindness and deep appreciation for His Holiness’s teachings. The day began with a mandala offering…
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Celebrating the 80th Birthday of His Holiness Kyabgon Gongma Trichen Rinpoche
This year we join the global Tibetan Buddhist community in celebrating the 80th birthday of His Holiness Kyabgon Gongma Trichen Rinpoche. This milestone holds deep significance in Tibetan tradition, marking a time to honour His Holiness with heartfelt prayers for his good health, long life, and the continued flourishing of the Dharma. Earlier this year,…
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A wonderful weekend with Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe at MBC
This past weekend, our community at MBC had the immense pleasure of hosting Khenpo Ngawang Dhamchoe for an enriching series of teachings and celebrations. From Friday, July 26, to Sunday, July 28, Khenpo la graced us with his wisdom, marking a milestone in his 20 years of teaching at MBC. The weekend was filled with…
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New Website and YouTube Channel
After years of dedicated effort, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our new website! Our website provides information about our teachers, history, practices, news, events, and much more. This past weekend, we had the honour of having it blessed by Khenpo la. We hope this platform will bring together our sangha near and far,…