Upcoming Events

August 31 at 7:00pm – Sacred chants and a special presentation of White Lotus: Images of Tibet by Carole Elchert. Findlay Senior Center, 339 E. Melrose Ave. Findlay, Ohio

September 1 – Observe the creation of a sand mandala in process. A team of monks continue ancient ritual by building an intricate sacred sand painting (Mandala). Using metal tubes filled with colored, ground gemstones, highly trained monks create a detailed, two-dimensional, sand painting. One day only – 9am to 5pm. Free to the public, donations accepted. Red Tornado Art Gallery, 111. E. Crawford St. Findlay, Ohio

September 2 at 9:30am – Sacred Chants of Tibet Performance. Ancient Tibetan multiphonic chanting is a rare and unique experience created by monks singing a chord containing two or three tones simultaneously. The deep, resonate, vibrant chords fill the room and transform both the environment and the audience with their powerful energy. Ohio Owens Community College, 3200 Bright Rd. Findlay, Ohio

September 3 at 12 noon – The Inside Story: Images of Tibetan Monastic Life. Join us for a rare peek inside the world of a Tibetan Buddhist monastery. The monks will give a video slideshow capturing the essence of their sacred lifestyle as well as behind the scenes images. The presentation includes narration and a question and answer period. The audience will have an opportunity to engage the monks and learn more about their ancient way of life. Chislom Auditorium, Franks Hall, Tiffin University. For more information contact Joe Moore – joe_moore@tiffin.k12.oh.us or 419-447-3358

September 4 – Personal Healing Sessions. Vajravidaran Ritual. Vajravidaran is a specialized cleansing deity of esoteric Buddhism. It is very powerful in cleaning body, speech and mind of living beings from all the possible spiritual and material contaminants. Vajravidaran is a Buddha associated with purification and health. Health is a result of our karmic imprints. This ritual offers an opportunity to improve your health by purifying negative karma. The ritual has three stages: the removal of negativities, the cleansing of subtle negative imprints, and protection from their return. With the power of Mantra, Mudra and Samadhi the supreme power of Vajravidaran is activated and directed to benefit the subject. Benefit of the ritual will be felt mentally, physically and emotionally. The ritual contributes greatly to the harnessing positive energy, and increase mental and physical faculties. Open Circle Yoga, 200 W. Lima St. Findlay, Ohio. Call 419-427-9642 to schedule.

September 7th through the 9th –  Metta (Loving Kindness) Meditation Workshop with Venerable Jangchub Chophel. Metta (Loving Kindness) meditation is one of the most popular vipassana techniques. This insight meditation is used to bring peace and tranquility into one’s own heart and sending loving kindness, along with compassion to others. Metta practice endows the four universal wishes (to live happily and to be free from hostility, affliction, and distress), with a very personal inner love, and by so doing, it has the power for personal transformation.  This is a three session workshop, 6am to 7am. $50 suggested donation. Unitarian Universalist Church, 2415B North Main Street Findlay, Ohio. Call Karla at 419-424-8831 to register.

September 7th at 7pm – Sacred Chants and Music Presentation. A Journey to the Roof of the World: Sacred Dance and Chants of Tibet. Come join us for an evening of sacred sounds from the roof of the world. Long hidden behind the Himalayan mountain ranges, the ancient Tibetan culture remained virtually untouched by the outside world for thousands of years. This incredible performance, filled with elaborate costumes, rich sounds, and movement, will transport you into the heart of their sacred land. Ohio Bluffton Town Hall, 20 Bridge St. Bluffton, Ohio.

September 8th at 11am – Multiphonic Chant workshop and presentation. Ancient Tibetan multiphonic chanting is a rare and unique experience created by monks singing a chord containing two or three tones simultaneously. The special sound they create is not a simply a song, it is a sacred offering – an offering to the Buddhist deities for the benefit of all sentient beings. The deep, resonate, vibrant chords, representing the essence of the secret tantric teachings of Tibetan Buddhism, fill the room and transform both the environment and the audience with their powerful energy. Chislom Auditorium, Franks Hall, Tiffin University. For more information contact Joe Moore – joe_moore@tiffin.k12.oh.us or 419-447-3358

September 8th at 7pm – The Buddha’s First Teaching; The Four Noble Truths. Rickly Chapel, University Hall, Heidelberg University, Tiffin. For more information contact Joe Moore – joe_moore@tiffin.k12.oh.us or 419-447-3358

September 9th, 10am to 3pm – Sand Mandala Creation Demonstration. A team of monks continue ancient ritual by building an intricate sacred sand painting (Mandala). Using metal tubes filled with colored, ground gemstones, highly trained monks create a detailed, two-dimensional, sand painting.  Campus Center Lobby, Heidelberg University. For more information contact Joe Moore – joe_moore@tiffin.k12.oh.us or 419-447-3358

September 9th at 2pm – Talk on Compassion and Caregiving by Venerable Jangchub Chophel. Community Hospice Care of Tiffin. 181 East Perry St., Tiffin. For more information contact Joe Moore – joe_moore@tiffin.k12.oh.us or 419-447-3358

September 10th at 7pm – A Journey to the Roof of the World: Sacred Dance and Chants of Tibet. Come join us for an evening of sacred sounds from the roof of the world. Long hidden behind the Himalayan mountain ranges, the ancient Tibetan culture remained virtually untouched by the outside world for thousands of years. This incredible performance, filled with elaborate costumes, rich sounds, and movement, will transport you into the heart of their sacred land. You can purchase tickets online for this performance from the Ritz Theater, 30 S. Washington St. Tiffin, Ohio. Just click on the Ritz Theatre link and then on “Buy tickets now.”

September 11th – Personal Healing Sessions. Vajravidaran Ritual. Vajravidaran is a specialized cleansing deity of esoteric Buddhism. It is very powerful in cleaning body, speech and mind of living beings from all the possible spiritual and material contaminants. Vajravidaran is a Buddha associated with purification and health. Health is a result of our karmic imprints. This ritual offers an opportunity to improve your health by purifying negative karma. The ritual has three stages: the removal of negativities, the cleansing of subtle negative imprints, and protection from their return. With the power of Mantra, Mudra and Samadhi the supreme power of Vajravidaran is activated and directed to benefit the subject. Benefit of the ritual will be felt mentally, physically and emotionally. The ritual contributes greatly to the harnessing positive energy, and increase mental and physical faculties. Unitarian Universalist Church, 2415B North Main Street Findlay, Ohio. Sorry, sessions have all been filled. We are adding a group healing ritual on Sunday, the 12th at 2:00pm to accommodate everyone (see below).

September 11th at 7pm – Ecumenical Discussion. Unitarian Universalist Church, 2415B North Main Street Findlay, Ohio.  For more details, call 419-424-8831.

September 12th at 2pm – Group Vajravidaran healing Ritual. Vajravidaran is a specialized cleansing deity of esoteric Buddhism. It is very powerful in cleaning body, speech and mind of living beings from all the possible spiritual and material contaminants. Vajravidaran is a Buddha associated with purification and health. Health is a result of our karmic imprints. This ritual offers an opportunity to improve your health by purifying negative karma. The ritual has three stages: the removal of negativities, the cleansing of subtle negative imprints, and protection from their return. With the power of Mantra, Mudra and Samadhi the supreme power of Vajravidaran is activated and directed to benefit the subject. Benefit of the ritual will be felt mentally, physically and emotionally. The ritual contributes greatly to the harnessing positive energy, and increase mental and physical faculties. Time and place to be announced soon. Unitarian Universalist Church, 2415B North Main Street Findlay, Ohio. Call Karla at 419-424-8831 for more information. $20 suggested donation.

For more information on any of the events or to schedule a personal healing or house/business blessing email Tamera at trooney@jonesbuildingartists.org