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A special project of Geshe Tenzin Zopa - CTCT Compassion in Action projects supporting this initiative ~ In the Footsteps of the Mahasiddhas Indian Pilgrimage - 2024-25 led by Geshe Tenzin Zopa and future fundraising pilgrimages to come
. Next scheduled :
In the Footsteps of Lama Atisha and Serlingpa: A Sacred Buddhist Pilgrimage through Java and Sumatra, Indonesia, led by Geshe Tenzin Zopa July/August 2026 - details coming soon
Your prayers and dedications for success - your financial donations of any amount - nurture and enable the opportunities for everyone to access the Dharma to develop wisdom and compassion and share world peace in our everyday lives together - THANK YOU deeply for your care and concern for all sentient beings' well-being, and happiness
“Just by seeing holy objects one's karma is purified. Holy objects purify the mind and plant seeds for the path to liberation. That's how stupas and other holy objects liberate [sentient beings] each day. Every day, holy objects bring sentient beings to enlightenment.” Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche
See the DONATE button and use Ref: Peace Stupa - For further details on how you may support this initiative, please kindly email -
PLEASE NOTE: A number of modifications are currently underway at CTCT Gompa -repositioning of our large 1000 arm Chenrezig statue and main alter changes so In-Person sessions are suspended temporarily - Hopefully, we will announce the reopening of in-person opportunities by April end or early May _ Thank you for your patience
2025 FUNDRAISER ~ Dear Friends of CTCT - once again we invite you to join us in supporting the Dharma - for everyone - anywhere 
A beautiful woolen TIBETAN STYLE CARPET - handcrafted traditionally in Nepal, 6 ft x 4 ft is available for one lucky sponsor to welcome into their home! Should they have the carpet karma of being a winner.
LIMITED Tickets - $25 each Please enjoy this wonderful merit created by supporting the Centre; with your help CTCT can continue to offer methods to transform the mind - develop the good heart within a conducive and peaceful environment
BUY YOUR TICKETS HERE - If you prefer to make a direct deposit transfer purchase, please see details HERE and use Ref: {your first } name/carpet
Thank you and good luck! Draw date to be confirmed
ALL Proceeds from this Raffle support the costs of CTCT facilitation of our Visiting Teacher programs ~ Sincere thanks in advance for your dedicated ongoing support and we delight in the merit you are creating by your kind generosity to the Dharma! The 1st Perfection!
Rest ...Rejuvenate... Relax...
Dear Friends of CTCT ~ today we just wanted to say thank you!
2024 was another unforgettable year of special Dharma events for our Centre, for our community, near and far.
Thank you for being with us Thank you for your kind generosity in so many ways ~ for your dedicated commitment to practice ~ for your open sharing in times of joy, revelation, challenges, and sadness ~ and for your unwavering support for the beauty and preciousness of the teachings, and by displaying and sharing unmistakenly the benefit our daily lives enjoy as a result.
This is so clearly observed when we host our visiting teachers and we all come together.......... Read More for the article in full
- Rest & Rejuvenation Summer Holidays 1st December, 2024 - 1st February, 2025 (Centre will be closed)
- CTCT 2024-25 Indian Pilgrimage with Geshe Tenzin Zopa December 27 - January 14
- Losar Tibetan New Year February 28-March 2 ~ Celebrations TBA
- Geshe Thubten Sherab returns March 5 -10 2025 for FPMTA National Teaching Tour
- Varied Daily Community Program Activities Including a 3-day Meditation Retreat
- "Living in the Paramitas" on March 7,8,9 Details and Registration TBA
DRAWN Friday July 26 by Geshe Tenzin Zopa > WINNING TICKET #45 - Congratulations Alison Fuglsang !
A most successful 2024 Fundraiser is now complete - Thank everyone who supported The Centre in this activity - your generosity is truly appreciated
OPEN FOR PURCHASE!
We invite you to try your luck, you may be the winner of this stunning Traditional-style Tibetan carpet and in the process create mountains of merit supporting your Dharma center
PILGRIMAGE ~ an inner journey of transformation and vast blessings, we will not be sightseeing - we will be heart-seeing.
At a glance .....
We invite you to consider this rare opportunity in the care and expert guidance of renowned Tibetan Buddhist master GESHE TENZIN ZOPA as we travel amongst ancient blessed sites in India - in the footsteps of the great Mahasiddhas beginning at the most sacred and powerful of Buddhist pilgrimage sites, Bodhgaya.
We look forward to introducing you to the amazing sites of Sanchi Stupa, the ancient rock-cut caves Ajanta Ellora Kanheri, & more, supported by Tour Leader Annie Mcghee
Our days will be immersed within friendship, contemplations, prayers, and presence at these sites of great practice in the Buddhist tradition - we plan to join HIS HOLINESS DALAI LAMA for the annual December teachings [TBC] during our stay in Bodhgaya.
"Pilgrimage can be a beautiful opportunity to connect with Buddhist culture, faith, and history. Although you may walk in the footsteps of thousands of pilgrims who came before you, the journey and what you find within will be yours alone."
For further Pilgrimage details and Expression of Interest Registration ASAP please read on......REGISTRATION. IS CLOSED ~ Pilgrimage is Fully booked @1/11/2024
Dear CTCT Friends
Our Goal was reached 100% - The Lucky Donor Draw was Ticket #28 - Jane Willis - our winner of the TARA Tanghka gift ~
THANK YOU FOR ALL THE KIND SUPPORT - Fundraiser completed
EXTENDED DRAW DATE - April 4 -CHECK OUR FUNDRAISING LINK HERE "Generosity ~ an inner attitude of compassion and kindness"
Could you be the lucky winner of this beautiful GREEN TARA Tanghka? Please read on...
Wishing everyone LOVE & PEACE & CONTENTMENT with a heart of lovingkindness for all sentient beings
In-person/Online Program resumes on Tibetan New Year LOSAR February 10 -12
Feb-March-April Program details will be updated soon
You are most welcome to join us - to receive updates via CTCT Enews please email
Project Fullfilled / Completed December 2023
2023 CTCT Heart Service Project ~ COMPASSION IN ACTION ~ launching today October 15
' Cultivating a close, warmhearted feeling for others automatically puts the mind at ease. From the least to the most important event, the affection and respect of others are vital for our happiness ' ~ His Holiness the Dalai Lama
- Tibetan Carpet Raffle - DRAW DATE August 20
- A Message from the FPMT Board: A Word of Profound Gratitude
- Long Life Puja for His Holiness Dalai Lama on MAY 24
- UPDATES ~ Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche
- 2022 Program ONLINE only
- Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche AUGUST teaching Schedule
- Prayers for Lama Zopa Rinpoches' Wellbeing
- 2022 Annual Saka Dawa MANI Retreat May 31-June 29
- 2022 at CTCT Gompa in the Channel District
- Kyabje Lama Zopa Rinpoche Teachings from KOPAN
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