Dharma Program Schedule
Let’s stay connected! Please join our community of devoted Dharma practitioners as we come together on Zoom.us and at the Temple to study and practice the dharma under the leadership of Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche and senior practitioners.
Join Us ONLINE OR at GAR DROLMA Buddhist Center
Please help us protect your health and others. We ask that you do not come to the center if you are feeling ill and enjoy these teachings online at home. Certain programs (weekend, generally) are held BOTH online and live, in person at the Temple. Please see below.
HOW TO ATTEND:
Pre-registration is not necessary. Only use this button if you do not already have the Zoom link provided via email.
For security, please do not share ZOOM info on social media.
Once you receive the meeting ID and password using the form above, simply visit Zoom.us, click “Join a Meeting” and enter the Meeting ID and password.
REGULAR DAILY & WEEKLY EVENTS
ALL TIMES EDT (EASTERN DAYLIGHT TIME)
Monday – Friday
Daily Prayers and Practices Dedicated for H.E. Garchen Rinpoche’s Excellent Health & Long Life
EVERY Monday – Friday 11am – 12:30pm EDT
In Person on zoom at Gar Drolma Temple & Online to the International Sangha
We welcome everyone to join Daily Prayers and Practices dedicated for our beloved Garchen Rinpoche’s excellent health & long life.
Vajrasattva and Amitayus prayers from our Daily Prayers text will be included and the merit dedicated with great love for Garchen Rinpoche. Konchog Jigme will lead us in Buddha Amitayus & Vajrasattva prayers.
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
ONLINE ONLY
Virtual Achi Chokyi Drolma Practice, Achi Smoke Offering and Parnashavari Practice. More info Here
Wednesday
6:00 — 7:30 p.m.
LIVE, ON-SITE ONLY
Gar Drolma invites students of all levels who wish to explore Buddhism and meditation to an in-person program class at the center.
Saturday & Sunday
Daily Prayers and Practices Dedicated for H.E. Garchen Rinpoche’s Excellent Health & Long Life
Saturday following teachings & Sunday 9:00am EDT
We welcome everyone to join Daily Prayers and Practices dedicated for our beloved Garchen Rinpoche’s excellent health & long life.
Vajrasattva and Amitayus prayers from our Daily Prayers text will be included and the merit dedicated with great love for Garchen Rinpoche. Konchog Jigme will lead us in Buddha Amitayus & Vajrasattva prayers.
10:30 am – 11:30 am EDT Daily Practice
LIVE, ON SITE and ONLINE
Virtual meditation, daily prayers and deity practice including Achi Chokyi Drolma, Achi Smoke Offering and Parnashavari. More info Here
Weekend scheduling note
Times for weekend daily practice may vary depending on programming. It is suggested you check Saturday and Sunday special events as listed below for details. Thank you.
SPECIAL EVENTS
About Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche
Khenpo Samdup Rinpoche is the Spiritual Director at the Gar Drolma Buddhist Learning & Meditation Center.





