Unfolding an Infinite Merit Field: Meditations Combining the Six Perfections with Awakening Mind - Program Only

Unfolding in wisdom and compassion requires developed qualities called a merit field. Please join us for an expansive retreat of teachings and meditations from Lama Mark Webber on the vital practices of the Six Parami (the six excellences or six perfections) mixed with Bodhicitta (the awakening mind of wisdom-compassion). 

Lama Webber will introduce and expand on:

• Classic meditations and contemplations on the Six Parami: generosity, ethics, energy, patience, meditative stability and wisdom.
• Understanding relative and transcendent Bodhicitta and learning to mix it inseparably with the Parami.

These are instructions on building strength and capacity—Merit—specifically for the Path of liberation and awakening. 

Those in full retreat will be able to have check-ins with the Lama.

Commuter Package with Meals

Commuter Package (No Meals)

Registration Details

This will be a mixed residential and non-residential retreat. I n an effort to cover retreat costs incurred by Island Dharma (including Lama Mark’s accommodation, travel and food as well as supplies and any printing costs) there is registration fee of $150.00. In addition, there are several options for accommodation & meals or you may attend as a commuter (you will sleep at home) with or without meals.. See below for associated costs for each option (the price for each retreat option includes the $150 Island Dharma fee) Please note these costs do not include Dana for the teacher.

Dana for the Teacher

Lama Mark offering the Dharma here on Vancouver Island is a rare and auspicious opportunity to receive teachings and explorations about the Path of Awakening. As is traditional, the teachings of Buddha Dharma are offered freely – Lama Mark receives no fee. However, there is an opportunity for students to show their gratitude for the teachings and to help support the teacher. Dana (generosity & donations for the teacher) will be gratefully accepted (cash/cheque/e-transfer). As a guideline, a minimum of $25 per class is suggested.

Registration is being handled by Bethlehem Centre. Click here for details.

Schedule 

Wednesday May 8th – Evening class 7:30 pm

Thursday May 9thth through Saturday May 11h – Classes at 9:30 am and 7:30 pm

Sunday May 12 – Morning class at 9:30 pm – retreat ends a noon

Logistics- 

What to Bring/Wear? 

• Notebook and pen
• Yoga mat or blanket
• Kitchen digital countdown timer for tracking meditation periods. (Students will not be allowed to use their cell phone or smart watches)
• Digital alarm clock (to avoid cell phone checking) or using phone as an alarm if you are staying on site)
• Cushion or meditation bench
• Chairs will be available to those who need them 
• Wear modest, comfortable clothing
• Covered water bottle