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Weekly Drop-in Class

 Thursdays | 7:00pm - 8:30pm
        w/ Christine McKinnon

Cost: $15 | Free for Members—membership info click here
No one turned away for lack of funds

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Meditation for Relaxation
(April 2:  Inspiration)

New Series!  Meditation for a Clear Mind

Embark on a transformative journey guided by three simple and profound meditations that will help us explore: 

  • the nature of the mind
  • the function of the mind
  • cultivate a deep experience of inner peace and mental clarity   

Apr 9     Beginning and Concluding Your  Meditation
Apr 16   Overcoming Physical Appearances
Apr 23   Discover the Clarity of Your Mind
Apr 30   Meditating on the Root Mind

No experience necessary.  Everyone is welcome.

Teacher

Christine McKinnon is a long-time practitioner and has studied Kadampa Buddhism since 2001. She is currently a Foundation Program student of Vajrayogini Kadampa Buddhist Center. She last studied with Gen Lingpur in Tuscon, Arizona and has also studied at Kadampa Centers in Olympia, Washington and San Diego. Her dedication to study and practice is clear and unwavering. Chistine brings depth and experience to her teachings.

Location

Vajrayogini Kadampa Buddhist Center
231 E Memory Ln, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Parking is located on City Place Dr by Mother’s Market, just around the corner.

ON-GOING • DROP-IN ANYTIME

This class is designed to help those looking for Buddhist wisdom to help with stress relief and relaxation, as well as those interested in exploring the nature of the mind, and pursuing the Buddhist path. It is suitable for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.

A typical class consists of a guided relaxation meditation, a teaching based on the meditation topic, and a final contemplative meditation. Although classes are given in a series, they can be taken individually, as each class topic is self-contained.

There is no physical exercise, yoga, or stretching involved.

Everyone is welcome, regardless of belief; you do not need to be Buddhist to attend. No pre-registration necessary.

Resident Teacher

Kadam Amy Peng
Resident Teacher

Over the past 15 years, Kadam Amy Peng has taught at Kadampa centers in Los Angeles, San Diego, Santa Monica & Palm Springs.  In June of 2025, she accepted the role of Resident Teacher of Vajrayogini Kadampa Buddhist Center. Kadam Amy completed the 2018 Intensive Teacher Training Program at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre in Ulverston, England.  With warmth and sincerity, Kadam Amy shows the joy of integrating Buddha’s teachings into daily life and is an inspiring example of modern Kadampa Buddhist practitioner. 

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Vajrayogini Kadampa Buddhist Center
231 E Memory Ln, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Parking is located on City Place Dr by Mother’s Market, just around the corner.

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