Weekend Meditation Retreat with Buddhist Nun Gen Chitta and Buddhist Meditation Teacher Ian McGlade at Ards Friary, Creeslough, Co. Donegal, F92 Y23R
Friday 14th – Sunday 16th June, 2024
Imagine living from the heart each and every day of our life
A heart that knows only love, kindness and compassion.
A heart free from fear, anxiety and insecurity.
Imagine living with true courage. To extract the essence of this life. To become wild within our own good nature. To become a person who holds the welfare of others close to their heart.
This retreat gives us space to quell the mind of agitation. Gives us time to contemplate ancient wisdom teachings. Time to relax and meditate to develop confidence in our own ability to become wildly loving and compassionate. To become a fearless being
The Lineage
From Buddha Shakyamuni, this lineage passed through great masters such as Atisha and Je Tsonghkhapa to our present Spiritual Guide, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche.
Geshe-la, a humble Buddhist monk dedicated his life to helping people find peace in their hearts through the practice of meditation.
The Teachers
Gen Chitta is an ordained Buddhist Nun who has practiced Buddhist meditation for many years.
Gen Chitta teaches with clarity, and gentle caring humour. Her experience enables her to teach profound ancient topics with simplicity making them accessible to our modern thinking and living.
Ian McGlade, a practitioner of Kadampa Buddhism for many years, has a talent for bringing the meditations and practices to life with everyday examples, enthusiasm and inspiration. His talks are relatable, practical and up lifting.
The Location
Ards Friary lies within 200 acres of sublime ancient woodland with near access to the most beautiful beaches. Its’ peace and serenity have meditative qualities, allowing you to wonder and explore the stunning natural beauty.
Retreat Schedule
Schedule for the silence periods, meditations and meals.
Friday
1730 Arrival & Registration
1800 Supper
1930 Introductory Talk and Meditation with Gen Chitta
Saturday ( Silent until 1245 )
0800 Breakfast
0900 – 1015 Session 1 with Ian McGlade
1130 – 1245 Session 2 with Gen Chitta
1300 – Lunch
1630 – 1745 Session 3 with Ian McGlade
1800 – Supper
1900 – 2015 Session 4 with Gen Chitta
Sunday ( Silent until 1245 )
0800 Breakfast
0900 – 1015 Session 5 with Ian McGlade
1130 – 1245 Session 6 with Gen Chitta
1300 – Lunch
Single – June 2024
All inclusive, single room
£240.00
Double – June 2024
All inclusive, small double bed for two people
£480.00
Sessions Only
£50.00
Sessions and Meals Only
£120.00
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