Bringing Wisdom to Daily Life
Scottish Dharma Celebration
2 – 4 February 2024
The Blessing Empowerment of Buddha Shakyamuni
With Kadam Bridget Heyes
On the beautiful Isle of Cumbrae
Join us for this inspirational event on the Isle of Cumbrae with international guest teacher, Kadam Bridget Heyes, the UK National Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition.
The Scottish Dharma Celebration is an annual opportunity for people throughout Scotland to gather together with spiritual friends to receive inspiration and teachings; enjoying a weekend which leaves people feeling relaxed and spiritually re-energised.
During this special weekend, Kadam Bridget will grant the blessing empowerment of Buddha Shakyamuni and give teachings on how to integrate Buddha’s teachings, Kadam Dharma, into daily life. Through this we can learn to make all our experiences meaningful and create the causes for lasting inner peace and happiness.
An empowerment is a beautiful guided meditation through which we can make a deep connection with Buddha and receive his powerful blessings to heal our mind and awaken our spiritual potential.
Everyone is welcome!
About the Teacher
The weekend will be led principally by international meditation teacher, Kadam Bridget Heyes, the UK National Spiritual Director of the New Kadampa Tradition. Kadam Bridget is a senior student of Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, and is known for her powerful teachings, compassionate heart, and deep understanding of Buddha’s wisdom advice. Her teachings are exceptionally clear and she presents profound ideas in a way that are easy to practise and integrate into daily life. As a mother of two, she has a special insight into how to bring Buddhism alive to meet the demands of a busy modern life. Kadam Bridget shows an inspiring example for everyone on the spiritual path.
About the Venue
Situated on the magical island of Cumbrae, just off the western shore of mainland Scotland, FSC Millport looks out over the Firth of Clyde and other Clyde Sea islands, including the stunning Isle of Arran. Don’t forget to bring your binoculars as you will have a chance to see seals, porpoise, a wide variety of sea birds and our very own dolphin!
The picturesque town of Millport is Scotland’s most accessible island, just an eight-minute ferry crossing from the mainland at Largs and has been a favourite holiday destination for generations. FSC Millport can be reached by public transport in only 1hr 15min from Glasgow Central or Glasgow Airport.
Venue address: FSC Millport, Isle of Cumbrae, North Ayrshire, KA28 0EG
Prices & Booking
Pre-booking is essential.
Book by 30 November to take advantage of our Early Bird Special Offer!
Schedule
Friday 2nd February
5:00 – 6:00pm Registration and Check in
6:00 – 7:00pm Dinner
7:30 – 9:00pm Introduction
9:00 – 9.30pm Café open
Saturday 3rd February
7:00 – 8:30am Breakfast
9:00 – 10:00am Meditation
10:00 – 10:45am Café open
11:00 – 1:00pm Empowerment of Buddha Shakyamuni with Kadam Bridget Heyes
1:10 – 1:50pm Lunch 1st sitting
2:00– 2.40pm Lunch 2nd sitting
2:45 – 4:00pm Guided walk (optional)
3:45 – 4:15pm Café open
4:30 – 6:00pm Teaching & Commentary with Kadam Bridget Heyes
6:00 – 6:40pm Dinner 1st sitting
6:50 – 7:30pm Dinner 2nd sitting
7:15 – 7:45pm Café open
8:00 – 9:15pm Wishfulfilling Jewel Puja with Tsog Offering
9:15 – 9:45pm Café open
Sunday 4th February
7:00 – 8:30am Breakfast
9:00 – 10:00am Meditation
10:00 – 10:45am Café open
11:00 – 12:30pm Teaching & Commentary with Kadam Bridget Heyes
12:30 – 1:00pm Packed Lunch
Contact
0141 573 3220
