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 BUDDHIST PRACTICE OF NON-HARM with Geshe Rapgyal

Tuesday, Sept 29, 6:30 – 7:30pm, In-Person and via Zoom

Learn more about the ancient practices of non-harm which serve as the foundation for Buddhism.  Explore altruistic mind and compassionate living from a philosophical and practical perspective. This Nonviolence Tools Workshop, part of 12 Days Toward Peace is a FREE offering.  Please register. 

 

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:

 

Tibetan Sound Bowl Journey and Meditation with Robin Aleksevitch: Thursday, Sept 17, 6:30pm

Join Robin for an evening of restoration through the resonance of Tibetan sound bowls, gongs, and meditation.  Registration is appreciated for this FREE event.

 

Mindfulness & Megapixels led by Terry Cozad Taylor

Saturday, September 19, 9:00 - 11:30am. $25 fee. Register HERE. 

 

Active Bystander Training facilitated by Nonviolent Owensboro

Saturday, September 19, 2:30 – 4:30pm, In-Person, FREE. Register.

 

Book Discussion of “Nonviolent: A Memoir of Resistance, Agitation, and Love” by Rev. James Lawson, Jr. and Emily Yellin facilitated by Terry Cozad Taylor and Jeremy Jackson

3 Sundays, September 20, 27 and October 4, 2:00 - 3:00pm, at Chestnut Street Family YMCA. Register.

 

DGCEC’s 12th Annual TWELVE DAYS TOWARD PEACE: September 21 to October 2

Neuroscience has confirmed that when we hear or experience stories of people sharing goodness, kindness, compassion, peace, or using nonviolent strategies, then we are much more likely to do the same.

 

MORNING PRACTICE FOR NONVIOLENCE: Daily, 7:30-8:00am, via Zoom. Set an intention to expand nonviolence in your heart and actions each day.

 

INTERFAITH PRAYER FOR THE WORLD AND AN END TO VIOLENCE: Monday, September 21, 6pm, In-Person and via Zoom Please join the opening of 12 Days Toward Peace 2026 on this International Day of Peace to share interfaith wisdom on peace and building a culture of nonviolence – including prayer, meditation, and an offering of candles to bring light into the darkness.

 

12-HOUR VIGIL FOR NONVIOLENCE: Wednesday, Sept 23, 8am to 8pm, In-Person Each hour is hosted by a different group and marked by meditation, song, poetry or prayer. Join at any time you are able. 

 

Tibetan Momo and Movie Night Featuring the Documentary “The Welcome Table”:  Friday, Sept 25, 5:30-8:00pm, DGCEC. Movie is free. The Momo Dinner must be pre-ordered online. Please register.

 

Nonviolent Louisville Gathering and Affirmations: Thursday, Oct 1, 11:00am - 12:30pm, Muhammad Ali Center, 144 N 6th St, Louisville, KY 40202

Be part of the movement to build a culture of nonviolence. Charles Booker will speak about building a compassionate and nonviolent city, a rep of Nonviolent Louisville pledge signer group, and two Nonviolence Affirmations for local groups that are using nonviolent solutions to life’s challenges. Please register and bring friends! https://dgcec.wildapricot.org/event-6844682

 

International Day of Nonviolence – Planting of a Peace Pole: Friday, Oct 2, 10:00am, Trager MicroForest, Founders Square, 501 W. Muhammad Ali, Louisville, 40202   During this auspicious event we will hear from community leaders, deepen the city’s commitment, and dedicate ourselves to building a culture of nonviolence. Register for updated details.

 

“A TASTE OF SEE LEARNING®”

Saturday, Oct 10, 9:30am - 2:00pm

SEE (Social, Emotional, and Ethical) Learning is a comprehensive framework and curriculum grounded in compassion science which is designed to foster social, emotional, and ethical learning in preschool through high school classrooms around the world. SEE Learning was inspired and endorsed by the Dalai Lama, and it is now used in over 1000 schools in India and in more than 60 countries. It is a completely secular program. In this hands-on training, teachers will be introduced to the framework and pedagogical model of the SEE Learning curriculum, and explore how social-emotional learning skills and practices can fit into daily routines and classroom management. FREE or donation.

 

See All Classes in Universal Human Values HERE.