These classes introduce Buddhist philosophy as a practical tool in modern life--merging modern life with the inner spiritual path to our own enlightenment.
Loving Kindness
Wednesdays at 6:30 to 8:00pm
April 11 to May 2

Loving Kindness, also known as "affectionate love" is a pure an peaceful state of mind. It is not needy, and it is not conditional on how people behave toward us. Learn how to develop affectionate love.
Class schedule
April 11 | Equanimity - starting with a balanced mind |
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18 | Seeing others as a kind relative or mother |
25 | Appreciating the kindess we receive |
May 2 | Affectionate Love |
With Gen Rinzin

Gen Rinzin was appointed teacher at Heruka Buddhist Center in 2005. He is an American Buddhist monk, ordained in 2004 by Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
He communicates his love of Dharma with a down to earth approach and humor that helps others to appreciate and understand the teachings and put them into practice.
Wisdom in Relationships
Wednesdays at 6:30 to 8:00pm
May 9 to 30
Compassion and wisdom are said to be two wings that fly us to enlightenment. By mixing compassion and wisdom into our relationships, we will have more balance and enjoyment in our relationships, and we will be flying along our spiritual journey.
Class schedule
May 9 | The power of love |
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16 | The emptiness of ego |
23 | Flexibility in conventional truth |
30 | Bliss and emptiness |
With Gen Rinzin

Gen Rinzin was appointed teacher at Heruka Buddhist Center in 2005. He is an American Buddhist monk, ordained in 2004 by Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
He communicates his love of Dharma with a down to earth approach and humor that helps others to appreciate and understand the teachings and put them into practice.
Intro to Buddhism
Wednesdays at 6:30 to 8:00pm
June 6 to 27
An introduction to the Buddhist way of life.
Class schedule
June 6 | What is Buddhism? |
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13 | Religion or philosophy |
20 | Community |
27 | Levels of enlightenment |
July 4 | No class |
With Gen Rinzin

Gen Rinzin was appointed teacher at Heruka Buddhist Center in 2005. He is an American Buddhist monk, ordained in 2004 by Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
He communicates his love of Dharma with a down to earth approach and humor that helps others to appreciate and understand the teachings and put them into practice.