Diamond Way Buddhism Christchurch events

Buddhism for All: Daria Novoselova

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:42:46 +1200

Daria Novoselova

Daria Novoselova was born in Novosibirsk, Russia. At 16 she met Lama Ole Nydahl on one of his yearly travels through Russia. After being involved with the local center work in Ekaterinburg, she moved to Toronto, Canada, and in 2001 she helped found the city’s first Diamond Way Buddhist center. In 2007, Daria moved to Seattle to help establish the Diamond Way center there. Now she lives with her husband in Melbourne, Australia and is part of the local Diamond Way Center there. In 2006, at the wish of Lama Ole Nydahl, Daria began teaching in our centers.

Lectures:

Monday 30 April

-Introduction to Buddhism

Tuesday 1 May

-Meditation Basics

Wednesday 2 May

-Meditation Practices

Thursday 3 May

-Buddhism in Daily Life

Lectures cost $15/12 and are at 7.30pm each night

Any queries please contact Niki on 021 1486686

Intro to Buddhism & Meditation

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 12:20:17 +1300

First Monday of the month - Introduction to Buddhism and Meditation

7.30 - 8.30pm

An opportunity to learn some basics

On each first Monday of the month we are offering an Introduction to Buddhism. Consisting of a lecture on the basic aspects of Diamond Way Buddhism, it will be followed by a short meditation.

This is an ideal opportunity to get a deeper understanding of Buddhist teachings and meditation methods.

New Year Lectures with Phil Carlisle

Fri, 25 Nov 2011 12:19:54 +1300

Phil Carlisle

Phil Carlisle has been a student of Lama Ole Nydahl for many years, travelling extensively with Lama Ole throughout Australia and New Zealand as well as Europe. Phil and his Media company have recorded and produced video documentary of Lama Ole’s lectures as well as producing a concise teaching series used in centres world wide. Phil has been teaching Buddhism for a number of years within Australia and New Zealand and recently completed a teaching tour of Russia. Bringing his many years of experience and knowledge Phil delivers Buddha’s Teachings in a relaxed and understandable style.

Lecture Series

Thursday 29 Dec

8.00pm What is Buddhism

Friday 30 Dec

8.00pm The Nature of Mind

Saturday 31 Dec

8.00pm Motivational Methods for Enlightenment

Sunday 1 Jan

8.00pm The Fast Way: With the Lama

Lectures are suitable for all levels of knowledge and experience - new and old friends are all welcome.

For more information contact Niki : 021 1486686 03 3813108

Denes Andras

Sun, 11 Sep 2011 15:34:04 +1200

Lecture series by Denes Andras

A thought provoking and informative lecture series on Buddhism. Given from a fresh and modern viewpoint, these talks will open ones mind to the unlimited potential we all have - the ability to lead an exciting, meaningful life with many friends on the way.

Denes was born in 1969 in Budapest and has lived a rich and challenging life. He met Buddhism in 1997 and has since concentrated most of his energies in this direction; living in the Budapest Buddhist Center from 2001 and teaching since 2005 when Lama Ole Nydahl asked him to do this activity.

In his professional life he has his own company dealing with real estate.

The setting is informal and friendly, with questions encouraged. An ideal opportunity to clarify ones understanding of Buddhism as well as be inspired.

Come along for any of the lectures on offer. No previous knowledge or experience needed- just a sense of curiosity.

Course schedule

Saturday 22 Oct

10.00am -Glentui Retreat day

7.00pm -Dinner

8.00pm -Lecture: Working Together as Sangha

Sunday 23 Oct

4.00pm -Meditation session

6.30pm -Dinner

8.00pm -Lecture: All about Ngondro

Monday 24 Oct

4.00pm -Questions and Answers, followed by Meditation session

6.30pm -Dinner

7.30pm -Lecture: Connecting with the Lama

Dinner

A meal will be available each night at 6.30pm.

Please let us know if you would like to eat with us. We have great chefs lined up.

Prices

*$15 per lecture

*$10 per meal

Enquiries

Niki 021 1486686 / 03 3813108

Buddhism Explained

Sun, 29 May 2011 10:30:45 +1200

Lecture series by Karol Ślęczek

Once again we have a great opportunity to work with our minds.

Karol Sleczek from Poland will visit the Christchurch centre to give a series of lectures that will deepen ones understanding of Buddhism and its methods.

Karol has been practicing Buddhism for over 30 years and teaching for more than 20 years. He was one of the first students in Poland of Lama Ole Nydahl. As well as practicsing Buddhism he is also trained in classical philosophy.

Come along for any of the lectures on offer. They will be in an informal setting with plenty of space for any questions you may want to ask. No previous knowledge or experience needed- just a sense of curiosity.

Course schedule

Wednesday 22 June, 7.30pm - 9.30pm

Buddhism 101

Thursday 23 June, 7.30pm - 9.30pm

Sangha - our friends on the way

Friday 24 June, 7.30pm - 9.30pm

Meditation - basics

Saturday 25 June, 7.30pm - 9.30pm

Meditation - a deeper understanding

Sunday 26 June, 7.30pm - 9.30pm

The Lama

Meditation

Each lecture will be followed by a short meditation.

Dinner

A meal will be available each night at 6.30pm. Please let us know if you would like to eat with us. We have some great chefs lined up.

Glentui Retreat workday

On Saturday will will go to our retreat land in Glentui to enjoy the place and do some work together on our small hut and on the land. Meet at the centre for car pooling at 9.30am.

Prices

*$15 -lecture (or discounted price of *$65 for all five)
*$10 -dinner

amounts given above are suggested donations

Enquiries

Telephone us: 021 1486686 / 03 3818108

Lama Ole Nydahl

Wed, 05 Jan 2011 14:11:04 +1300

We are proud to announce Lama Ole Nydahl's lectures in Christchurch given as part of his NZ tour. Lama Ole Nydahl is a recognised Lama and a renown speaker. During his travels in the last several decades he estabilished 640 meditation centres run by thousands of his students in the free countries of the world.

This is a great chance to meet real buddhist transmission from one of the four major lineages of Tibet.

For details please proceed to the New Zealand tour page >>>.

NY Course in Kaikoura

Sun, 07 Nov 2010 11:17:02 +1300

Dear friends, it will be time for NY course very soon! This year we will go to Kaikoura again to enjoy sun, water and Dharma in the great comapnionship of Stuart Jarvis, traveling teacher from Australia and the sangha.

The course will start in the evening of the 28th December and end after the New Year's party. Please RSVP (no payment necessary, just to confirm the numbers): christchurch@buddhism.org.nz .

Cost

$15 - one night accommodation

$20 - one lecture

$160 - course ticket (accomodation + lectures)

Everyone will need to share the cost of food (see below)

Food

You will be asigned to a team of 2 or 3 responsible for preparing one meal (buy, cook, clean up). Previously the cost of one meal ranged from $75 to $150, depending on your financial standing :)

Accomodation

There is plenty of space in the house. You will need a sleeping bag, but you can leave your trusty tent at home.

Programme

Topic
Student & Teacher relationship by Stuart Jarvis

December 28th
8pm - lecture

December 29th, 30th
8am - breakfast
10am - lecture
12:30pm - lunch
4:30pm - meditation session
6:30pm - dinner
8pm - lecture

December 31th
8am - breakfast
10am - lecture
12:30pm - lunch
5pm - lecture
7:30pm - dinner & NY Party!

January 1st
Brunch + cleanup
Return home at leisure

Course with Julianne Ferenczy

Tue, 02 Nov 2010 07:00:20 +1300

We invite you to another great opportunity to experience Buddhism, this time with Julianne Ferenczy, a Buddhist teacher from Germany. Whether you are new to Buddhism or have already been practising, her in depth knowledge and relaxed manner offers the ideal situation for development.

The sessions will have the form of relaxed lectures, with questions always possible and ending with a guided meditation.

Friday, 26th November

6pm - Dinner

8pm-10pm - "Buddhist Practice in Daily Life" (lecture and meditation)

Saturday, 27th November

3pm-5pm - "Preliminary Practice - Ngondro" (lecture and meditation)

6pm - Dinner

7pm-9pm - "Meaning of Sangha" (lecture and meditation)

Sunday, 28th November

11am - Meditation session-

Cost: Lectures: $20 each or 3 for $50, Dinners: $10, Meditation session: free

Julianne Ferenczy

Julianne has been a student of Lama Ole Nydahl since 1984. She took refuge when she was 25 years old. She has been living in a Buddhist centre in Hamburg for many years, later helping to build the centre in Munich. Over the years she has travelled with Lama Ole Nydahl to Poland (1985), Sikkim (1985), India (1994, 2001), Nepal (1986, 2001), Russia (2003), South America (2004), Australia (2006) and to many other places in Europe.

She has been teaching Buddhism in Hamburg since 2001 and in 2005 she became a traveling teacher. Since then she has given lectures in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, and more recently also in Russia, Spain, South Africa and South America.

Julianne is working as a lawyer in the music business and at the same time is a mediator for families and couples. She is married, living and traveling with Michel Sturiale (also a student of Lama Ole Nydahl).

Questions?

Any other questions? Please email us at christchurch@buddhism.org.nz

Rob Sok in Christchurch

Sat, 21 Aug 2010 18:20:12 +1200

Saturday evening

Everyone is invited to the centre from 8:30pm to share a glass of wine and talk with Rob Sok.

Sunday

10am - 12pm - Meditation session (free)
3pm - 5pm - Lecture: History of Buddhism ($20)
6pm - Dinner: our renown chefs cook again ($10, RSVP please)
7pm - 9pm - Lecture: Buddhism in Everyday Life ($20)

Richard Corby

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 12:00:37 +1200

Richard Corby in Christchurch June 2010

Programme

Thrusday 24th June, 2010

Dinner at 6:00pm followed by Talk at 7:30pm ‘Buddhist Meditation'

Friday 25th June, 2010

Dinner at 6:00pm followed by Talk at 7:30pm ‘Disturbing Emotions'

Saturday 26th June, 2010

10:00am - Meditation session
2:00 to 5:00pm - Talk ‘Following the Lama'
6:00pm - Dinner
7:00 to 10:00pm - Talk ‘Holding the Highest View'
10:00pm til late - Cocktail Party and Auction

Sunday 27th June, 2010

10:00am - Meditation session

Price: $20 per lecture or $60 for full course, Dinners are $10 each

Location 220 England Street North Linwood - see map below

Richard Corby

Richard has a solid understanding of the Kagyu teachings of Tibetan Buddhism. He was a founding member of Canberra center in 1997 and took refuge as a Buddhist in 1998. He completed an Arts/Science Degree at the Australian National University where he studied philosophy and computer science.

He spent his holidays in India to do his foundational practices (Ngondro). Since meeting his wife in 2001, he has spent time in Europe travelling with his teacher, Lama Ole Nydahl, visiting centres and teaching in Australia, New Zealand and Italy.

At present he works in the Web Industry. He lives in Canberra with his wife Michelle and their one year old son.