Recent Posts by Khenpo Karten Rinpoche and the MDC Volunteers
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Two Precious Statues
Sharing photos of the two precious large sized statues given to me by my student Ama Kipala from Portland. She told me of her intentions to donate the Buddha Amitayus and Buddha Shakyamuni Statues to
Happy New Year!
To all my MDC friends and Sangha. Here's wishing all of you happy holidays in advance. And as we draw this year to a close, please remember to always keep the precious dharma in your
Holiday Message From Rinpoche
In America we say "Happy Holidays!" and "Happy New Year!" But what is the difference between a happy year or sad year? As you say goodbye to 2018, look back: did you meditate, help the
A Message From Rinpoche
Tashi Delek Dear Sangha, I hope all of you are doing well. I returned from retreat November 30th. I am so very happy to have had such a beautiful place to go for meditation and
Tibetan Calligraphy Paintings
MDC sangha member Pema Tsultrim (Aaron Joseph) is happy to make custom Tibetan calligraphy paintings available to MDC members and all students of Khenpo Karten Rinpoche, at special discounted rates. 20% of every sale will
What is the Purpose of Retreat?
Usually, when I am not very busy and have time, I have gone on retreats for two to three months in a year, but when I am busy I make it a point to go
A Big Thank You!
A note from Khenpo Karten Rinpoche..."I would like to sincerely thank all volunteers who came to help put up the fencing last Saturday and also today. It is very heartwarming to see so many of
Happiness and Suffering Are Only Appearances, They Are Not Real
I bow with reverence to You, my root Guru whose kindness can never be repaid. From the sphere of primordial wisdom may you look after me with great compassion and bestow your blessings. Today in