Sunday Meditation Class
Finding Peace in Purposeful Living
Sundays 11am – 12:15pm
Most of us sense, somewhere beneath the busyness, that we want our life to mean something. Not in a grand or abstract way — but in the quiet, daily sense of feeling oriented, grounded, alive to what matters. Yet modern life has a way of pulling us in every direction at once, leaving us with the uncomfortable feeling that time is passing and we are somehow not quite living it. These classes are for anyone who recognises that feeling and wants to do something about it.
Each week explores a different dimension of what it means to live with genuine purpose — from the quality of our inner contentment to the way we treat the people around us, from how we handle anger to what we choose to care about most deeply. These are not abstract ideas. They are practical inner orientations that anyone can cultivate, and that quietly transform the texture of everyday life when they are applied. Together they form a single, coherent way of living: purposeful, peaceful, and deeply satisfying.
No previous experience is needed, and each class stands on its own — come to one, come to all. Whether you are navigating a difficult season or simply feeling the pull toward a more focused and meaningful life, you will discover practical tools that will make a real difference to your life.
CLASS DATES:
June 7 with Gen Chogyup
June 14 with Gen Samten
June 21 NO CLASS
June 28 with Gen Samten
July 5 NO CLASS
July 12 with Gen Samten
Make a Day of it!
11am-12:15pm: Family Class in Main Building
12:30-1pm: Vegetarian Lunch
2-3pm: Prayers for World Peace Class w/Sara Wendt
Teacher: Gen Samten Kelsang
Resident Teacher of KMC New York
One of Venerable Geshe‑la’s senior disciples with decades of meditative and teaching experience, Gen Samten Kelsang oversees the spiritual program at KMC New York, and teaches throughout the US and around the world. He is renowned for the clarity of his teachings, ability to help students improve their practice, and his skill in leading practitioners to profound meditative insights.
Share a Meal with Us!
Enjoy a delicious meal with our residential community, including ordained Buddhist monks and nuns, and other class attendees and enjoy meaningful conversations with like-minded people. Our self-serve, vegetarian meals are lovingly cooked by volunteers, and include a main dish, side dish and green salad. We use fresh and local products as much as possible and vegan/wheat-free options are available.
Class: 11am – 12:15pm | $10 | Free for Members
Lunch: 12:30 – 1pm | $10 Pre-Booked Class & Lunch: $16
(must register at least 24 hours in advance)
Prayers for World Peace Class: 2-3pm FREE
