Orgyen Tobgyal Rinpoche's European Tour: in images
Rigpa
Watch the highlights of Orgyen Tobgyal Rinpoche’s recent European Tour.
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Sangha Blog
Update on Rigpa's Stupa Project - with new videos!
Rigpa
Updated 26 August with new videos!
Rigpa’s stupa project will see the construction of stupas in Lerab Ling, Dzogchen Beara, and Dharma Mati in Berlin as well as 25 small stupas for Rigpa centres around the world. The project is entering an exciting phase with construction starting in the coming weeks.
Stupa of Complete Victory - Appearing Soon at Dharma Mati, Berlin
Rigpa e.V.
Something extraordinary will soon be happening right here at Dharma Mati in the heart of Berlin—the construction of a new Stupa. What a rare sight in the middle of a Western city!
Orgyen Tobgyal Rinpoche specifically chose the Stupa of Vitality (or Stupa of Complete Victory), for Dharma Mati. This type of stupa is associated with longevity and is believed to promote the long life of the masters and practitioners who uphold the Dharma. How can we all help to bring this to fruition?
The Joyful Events that Opened the Dzogchen Beara Temple
Dzogchen Beara
The first gatherings and events in the new Dzogchen Beara Temple in July were an immense celebration of a long, beautiful journey and were filled with love, auspiciousness and joy. The occasion was shared with the local Beara community, supporters, and the international Rigpa Sangha, and was blessed by the presence of one of the longest supporters of Dzogchen Beara, Ringu Tulku Rinpoche.
Read MoreNews from the Bodhi Team
Bodhi Team
The latest news from the Bodhi team about their launch event in June ‘BeingBodhi’, upcoming courses based on the Practical Wisdom teachings and more.
Read MoreAlak Zenkar Rinpoche's recent visit to Lerab Ling
Rigpa
In June, Alak Zenkar Rinpoche made a deeply appreciated visit to Lerab Ling when he gave several oral transmissions and joined us in the practice of Sollo Chenmo. During his visit, Zenkar Rinpoche was also requested to write an invocation prayer to Sogyal Rinpoche that students could include in their practice.
Read MoreWatch how your prayer requests are honoured by Khenchen Namdrol Rinpoche, his monks and nuns
Rigpa
Recently, Khenchen Namdrol Rinpoche and his monks and nuns conducted a one-week Shitro puja (a practice of the 100,000 paceful and wrathful detities) which is an especially powerful practice for those who have died. Many prayers requested by Rigpa students were offered during the puja. Watch these short videos and images of the practices.
Read MoreOpening the Dzogchen Beara Temple
Dzogchen Beara
After 10 years of meticulous designing, planning, constructing and decorating… this July we will witness the fruition of Sogyal Rinpoche’s vision to open a temple in Dzogchen Beara, Ireland!
Read MoreBeing Bodhi. A new way of connecting with a wider audience
Bodhi Team
The Bodhi project, first established in 2014, has been evolving and now a new, dynamic team is exploring ways to bring the next chapter of Bodhi to the world in the most beneficial way. You are warmly invited to join the team on this journey.
Read MoreA Safe, Ethical Spiritual Community - Are We Living The Teachings?
Safe Environment Advisory Team
Behaving in an ethical way is an essential part of our spiritual path. How can we integrate Buddhist ethics in order to foster a safe, supportive, inclusive spiritual community? How can we respond when we see behaviour that concerns us?
Read MoreRigpa UK Wang Dü accumulations - and the international sangha is invited to join
Rigpa UK
Rigpa’s UK sangha has been accumulating this prayer intensively for several months following advice from Orgyen Tobgyal Rinpoche. UK Practice Holder, Adele Hersey, shares their experience and invites the international sangha to join them!
Read MoreLerab Ling Lay Members' Pledge
Lerab Ling
As part of the Losar Day celebrations in February, Lerab Ling’s lay members made a pledge, formally renewing their commitment to support the spiritual activities of Lerab Ling. The occasion was blessed by Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche who joined live online giving her heartfelt advice.
Read more to find out more about the lay members and the pledge they have taken.
Read MoreJoin us in the magnetising prayer of Wangdu
Rigpa Vision Board
The Vision Board recently wrote to the sangha sharing the latest practice advice for us all. Our Lama advisors have recommended the main practice for Rigpa to focus on this year is the magnetising practice of Wang Dü. Find out more in the Vision Board message.
Read MoreWelcome to the new ‘Rigpa Monthly’ sangha newsletter and ‘Sangha Member Portal’ web page
Sangha Engagement Team
Sometimes our inboxes get so full that we can’t find that crucial email we’re looking for, or the link to that event we want to join. Or we need to plan ahead in order to prioritise our spiritual life.
Keep reading to find out how these new tools can keep you informed and help you on your path.
Read MoreLosar Greetings from Rigpa’s Vision Board
Rigpa Vision Board
On this first day of the new Tibetan year of the Wood Dragon, Rigpa’s Vision Board extends their warmest wishes and prayers to all! Read the message from the Vision Board including their aspirations for the coming year for the Rigpa Community.
Read MoreRemembering Tulku Thondup Rinpoche
Rigpa
Now that the beloved teacher Tulku Thondup Rinpoche has passed into parinirvana, the whole Rigpa Sangha joins in sending our heartfelt wishes and sympathy to all who were close to Rinpoche and those many, many people who were moved and transformed by his teachings.
Read MoreNew Year Message from Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche
Rigpa
Happy New Year! Auspiciously, Jetsün Khandro Rinpoche has recorded a special New Year message for the Rigpa Sangha. You can watch her message here.
Read MorePilgrimage to Sikkim & Riwo Sangchö Practice Intensive at Drakkar Tashiding
Catherine
In November 2023, a group of 27 Rigpa students from various countries travelled through parts of Sikkim, north-east India on a pilgrimage to sacred sites. In the first of two blog posts about the pilgrimage, Catherine Paul tells us about the 7-day practice intensive they held at the sacred site of Tashiding.
Read More2023 in Lerab Ling - So much happens behind the scenes!
Rigpa
Many of us are familiar with the retreats that take place and the teachers who visit Lerab Ling each year, but so much more happens in one year in Lerab Ling! As we come to the end of 2023, it’s a great moment to look back, celebrate and appreciate!
Read MorePassing of Peter Cornish, Dzogchen Beara’s founder
Dzogchen Beara
Peter Cornish, founder of Dzogchen Beara, passed away peacefully on the 27th of October, following a short illness. With all of our community we invite you to take a moment to pause in gratitude, to reflect on everything that Peter made possible and to wish him every blessing on his onward journey.
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