Invitation To The Wisdom Blessing and Buddhism Inspiration From the Himalayas

Join us for an afternoon exploring the origin and practice of Buddhism. Ralo Rinpoche will cover the foundations of Buddhism, share his experiences, tell stories of Buddhism and Green Tara, and lead us in prayer. The afternoon will offer an unprecedented opportunity to ask all the questions you have ever wanted answered about Buddhism. This should be an afternoon to remember, and may be a turning point in your life......

Saturday, September 22, 2007 2:30 P.M. - 5:30 P.M. at

American Legion,
1355 Balls Hill Rd.,
Mclean, VA 22101

Directions :

1. From north (Maryland) : Exit 19B on I-495 toward Rt. 123 North (Dolley Madison Rd.). Turn left to Lewinsville Rd. in the first traffic light. Then turn right toward Balls Hill Rd. The American Legion is in the Mclean Knoll Park.

2. From south (Northern Virginia): Exist 46B on I495 toward Rt. 123 North (Dolley Madison Rd.). Turn left to Lewinsville Rd. in the first traffic light. Then turn right toward Balls Hill Rd. The American Legion is in the Mclean Knoll Park.

Contact Person:

Mr. Tung (703) 847-0511
Mr. Yeh (202) 257-0830
Mr. Lin (301) 792-6868

寧欽博藏佛學中心祈福結緣茶會

打開心惘, 一窺藏傳佛法的神秘面紗與綠度母法門的心要

聖救度母慈怙主 無量光佛悲淚現

除障遮難化吉祥 廿一度母我禮讚

寧欽博藏佛學中心根本上師那羅仁波切是藏傳佛教寧瑪巴（即密宗紅派）之大成就者，對佛法研究極深，曾閉關修行前後長達二十年。以弘揚法脈為己志，上師在世界各地都設有弘法中心，弟子眾多。仁波切為人和藹，醫術更為精湛，救人無數。

此次仁波切來到華府，已陸續舉辦過教學與放生等活動，與會者相當踴躍，座無虛席。在弟子及諸善信大德的懇請之下，為祈國泰民安，增長眾生福德智慧，淨化身口意之業，將於九月二十二日（週六）下午舉行祈福結緣茶會。除了開示，更會親自教導我們綠度母心要法門與心咒。綠度母法門為佛教密法裡相應極迅速，成就極快的殊勝本尊法門之一。有些行者一生專持綠度母法，即能成就大智慧。只要常勤念誦，就能迴遮十六驚佈、一切魔難、瘟疫病苦，並能增長福慧壽命、利益眾生。會中仁波切並會引領眾信點燈祈福，無論有無佛法根基者，皆歡迎一同參與盛會。

佛教和一般宗教修行的目的和方式皆不同。佛教修行是為利益一切眾生成佛。究竟佛性一切眾生皆同，一切無明業惱皆由自心相對隨緣而現，未開悟之前，不識究竟本性，可藉由升起次第與事業功德之方便法門，除障避難與增長福慧二資糧，逐步邁向佛道而行。如布施、持戒、忍辱、精進、禪定、般若等六波羅蜜，種種皆是成就佛果的基本修行。藏傳密法並不注重神通，特重於實修與內心的證悟。值此末法時期，人身難得及佛法、正法難遇之際，難得華府地區福報因緣俱足，殊勝的金剛乘密法能在華府萌芽生根。本中心在有限的資源下，堅持一本初發心排除萬難弘揚佛法，願為所有有佛緣者，開創修習佛法的機會與環境，深入並正確認識藏傳密宗教法之精要與殊勝。本次活動完全免費，會後備有精緻餐點及結緣品，歡迎各方善信，闔第親近佛法，同霑法益。

時間： 9/22下午2:30至5:30

地點 : American Legion, 1355 Balls Hill Rd McLean, VA 22101

聯絡方式：（202）257-0830 葉先生,（703）847-0511 童先生, （301）792-6868 林先生

網站：http://rigzinphodrang.org/

電子郵箱: info@rigzinpodrang.org

Empowerments to purify obstacles and fulfill wisdom By His Venerable Ralo Rinpoche

Empowerments, traditional ceremonies within Vajrayana Buddhism, are considered profoundly beneficial for purify obstacles and fulfill wisdom for all. They are also important steps for beginning and deepening Buddhist practices.

Friday, September 14, 2007 7:30 P.M. Green Tara

Saturday, September 15, 2007 7:30 P.M. Guru Rinpoche

Suggested contribution: $20 toward center. No one is turned away for inability to pay.

Latest schedule updates of center's events.

Dear Sangha, Dharma Brothers and Sisters,

The following is a summary of the updated schedule:
9/09 Sunday 03:00 p.m. Buddha Statue Open Ceremony at center.
9/09 Sunday 7:00 p.m. Green Tara teaching by Rinpoche
9/10 Monday 7:30 p.m. Po-Wa
9/11 Tuesday 7:30 p.m. Teaching of the first preliminary practice.
9/14 Friday 7:30 p.m., Green Tara empowerment
9/15 Saturday 7:30 p.m., Guru Rinpoche empowerment
9/19 Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Green Tara Tsok & Long Life Pray for Ven. Ralo Rinpoche's Birthday

The latest schedule will be posted on the web site and I apology to cause any inconvenient to your schedule and appreciate your understanding.
TASHI DELEG!
Rigdzin Phodrang Vajrayana Buddhism Center

Life liberation is scheduled on 09/08/07 (Saturday) around 10:00 a.m. with Rinpoche

Life liberation is scheduled on 09/08/07 (Saturday) around 10:00 a.m. with Rinpoche








Dear Sangha, Dharma Brothers and Sisters,

The center's next life liberation is scheduled on 09/08/07 (Saturday) around 10:00 a.m. with Rinpoche. The location is at a Seneca Landing state park near the interaction of River road (Rt. 190) and Seneca road (Rt. 112). The direction is as follows:

From the Capital Beltway (I495) toward Maryland direction, take Exit 39 (River Road) west toward Potomac. Proceed for approximately 11 miles to the intersection of River Road and MD 112, Seneca Road. Turn left and continue on River Road for about 2 1/2 miles. The Seneca Landing state park will be on your left as you head west on River Road right before a bridge.! The road name is known as Riley Lock Road, you might not see the road name clearly since it might be hid by a tree.

A voluntary contribution towards the purchase of fishes would be appreciated. Please contact Michael Wung (M.Wung@comcast.net) for contribution or Calvin Lin (dharmaprayer@comcast.net) for direction. Please feel free to forward this email to your friends or send an email to info@rigzinphodrang.org for any further questions or comments.

I apology to have any inconvenient to your schedule and appreciate your understanding.

TASHI DELEG!
RigzinPhodrang Vajrayana Buddhism Center

Current Schedule of Rigdzin Phodrang

Dear Sangha, Dharma Brothers and Sisters,

The following is a summary of the updated schedule:

9/08 10:00 a.m. Life Liberation with rinpoche at Seneca Landing state park

9/08 7:30 p.m. Green Tara teaching by Rinpoche

9/09 10:00 a.m. Buddha Statue Opening Ceremony at center

9/14 7:30 p.m., Green Tara empowerment

9/15 7:30 p.m., Guru Rinpoche empowerment

9/19 7:30 p.m. Green Tara Tsok & Long Life Pray for Ven. Ralo Rinpoche's Birthday


TASHI DELEG!

Rigdzin Phodrang Vajrayana Buddhism Center

Ralo Rinpoche's contact information in U.S.A.

Ralo Rinpoche's contact information in U.S.A.

Rinpoche's current temporary resident and phone number is:

6719 CHURCHILL RD.
MCLEAN, VA 22101
TEL: 703-288-0409