Upcoming Teachings and Events
SUNDAY TEACHING: “In Praise of Dependent Origination by Lama Tsongkhapa" with Geshe Rapgyal
Sundays, 10:00 - 11:30am, In-Person or via Zoom
Geshela will begin teaching on Lama Tsongkhapa's essential text with Tenam interpreting. For the Zoom Link: [email protected].
THE SEARCH FOR BALANCE - CONTEMPLATION AND ACTION with Catherine Coldstream
The Second Annual Sister Martha Buser, OSU Lecture Series: Thursday, Oct 15, 4:30pm, Bellarmine University, Cralle Theater, 2001 Newburg Rd., 40205
Dr. Catherine Coldstream is an acclaimed writer, editor, mentor, broadcaster, and former Carmelite nun based in Oxford, UK. Dr. Coldstream will speak on the life balance sought by so many but elusive for most. Her talk will draw on her 12 years as a Carmelite nun as well as her varied experiences beyond the cloister. With degrees in Theology and Creative Writing from the Universities of Oxford and East Anglia, she has a PhD in Spiritual Memoir from London University, and tutors at Oxford Writing Mentors. Pam Raidt, noted educator and environmental activist, will be presented with the Sr. Martha Buser Spirit Award at the talk.Free and open to the public. Please register HERE.
DHARMA TALK: 37 PRACTICES OF BODHISATTVAS with Geshe Rapgyal
Saturday, October 17, 10:00 - 11:00am, via Zoom or In-Person
Please join us for this Dharma Talk in English offered by our Spiritual Teacher, Geshe Rapgyal. In this introduction to Buddhism session we will explore the practices that are central to creating Bodhichitta Mind. All are welcome. Please Register for the Zoom Link or to join us In-Person.
COMPASSION CULTIVATION TRAINING© with Anne Walter
8 Wednesdays: October 21 to December 16 (no class Thanksgiving Week), 4:00 - 6:00pm, via Zoom
Transformative. Rewired. Renewed joy in life and relationships. Skills for well-being that help your heart, your mind and your actions align! CCT develops the strength to be with suffering, the courage to take compassionate action, and the resilience to prevent empathy fatigue. CCT trains our minds using simple daily meditations, developing skills in relating to ourselves and others by intentionally choosing compassionate thoughts and actions, and creating a more joyful life. Hundreds of participants in Louisville have been inspired through this process. Sliding scale: $150, $275, or $395. Register.
CHENREZIG / COMPASSION BUDDHA MEDITATION AND PRACTICE MINI-RETREAT with Geshe Rapgyal
Saturday, October 24, 10:00am – 3:00pm, via Zoom or In-Person
Chenrezig (Avalokiteshvara) is the Bodhisattva of Compassion. A bodhisattva is an enlightened being who has decided to delay becoming a fully enlightened Buddha and who lives in a compassionate spirit life for the sake of all beings. This retreat, offered during Saka Dawa month when we commemorate the birth, enlightenment and parinirvana of Buddha Shakyamuni, is a wonderful opportunity to receive input from Geshela and to share group practice. Cost: $40, $50 or $60 which includes a simple lunch. Registration Required.
DROP-IN DHARMA STUDY GROUP
Thursdays, 6:30 - 7:30pm, In-person
Join this weekly drop-in to explore, discuss, meditate, and practice the Dharma as a group. Each session is facilitated by two of our fellow DGCEC Dharma students, Logan Bagwell and Christopher Proctor.
Prayer for Nonviolence and World Peace: Every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, 10:00am, with our resident monks In-Person at DGCEC. Focus your intention and nourish your efforts. All are welcome.
Wednesday Community Meditation: 7:00 - 8:00pm. All Are Welcome.
DGCEC Offers Skills in Compassion Building, Meditation and Nonviolence
Learn skills for living well by expanding your compassion, centering in meditation, and exploring the many practices of non-harm.
Register for upcoming classes and events:
See All Classes in Universal Human Values HERE.
Drepung Gomang Monastery's 2026-28 Sacred Arts Tour

We are hopeful that the new tour will be able to arrive in the Autumn. Please watch for information.
Visit the 2023-25 Sacred Arts Tour Schedule HERE.
Interested in a Visit at Your Location with the 2026-28 tour? Contact National Coordinator, Anne Walter for details: [email protected] or 502-619-1652.
Featured Dharma Offerings
Wednesday - Meditation
Community meditation with chanting and prayers
All Welcome!
with the Monks of DGCEC In-Person
Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday - Buddhist Teachings
All Welcome
with Geshe Rapgyal In-Person or via Zoom
2nd Saturday, 10 - 11am
One Saturday a Month: Mini-Retreat, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Sunday 10 - 11:30am
Special Dharma Classes
Special Tibetan Buddhist Dharma Classes
All Welcome
with Geshe Rapgyal
Registration Required
2026-28 Sacred Arts Tour - Events
Be part of welcoming the new tour! Find out more about house blessings, sand mandalas, and cultural performances
Click for info about the 2026-28 Tour Schedule
Monthly - Green Tara Sadhana
Prayers and Offerings to Green Tara
All Welcome!
with DGCEC Monks
First Saturday, 10am - Noon, In-Person
Featured Compassion Education Center Offerings
Compassion Cultivation Training
Cutting edge transformative secular training by principal author, Dr. Thupten Jinpa, based on contemporary neuroscience and centuries of practice
with Anne Walter
Wednesday - Noontime Meditation
Led by various leaders and in various meditation styles
In-Person
Wednesdays 12:10 - 12:40 pm
Sacred Arts Tour - Events
Find out more about house blessings, sand mandalas, and cultural performances,
2023-24 Drepung Gomang Sacred Arts Tour arrives July 25
Louisville's Arms of Compassion
Stand in solidarity with family and friends of those who have been murdered recently.
All Welcome!
Via Zoom - Fridays,12:00 - 12:30 pm
[email protected] for the link
Giving - How To Support Us
Discover the many ways in which your support can help us grow compassion in the world
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