Kansas City Buddhist Center

Okay KC friends! My new meditation and breathwork classes begin next week, October 9th in Overland Park.. I'm offering first class FREE to everyone! Please help me spread the word.
https://cultivatemeditation.com/weekly-classes

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🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

I’m thrilled to announce that I am partnering with Seeking Solace Yoga Studio in their brand new location in Overland Park to offer THREE transformative weekly classes designed to help you find balance, clarity, and resilience in your daily life! 🧘‍♀️✨

Starting October 9th, join me each week for:

🌀 Mind Strength: Resilience through Mindfulness
📅 Wednesdays at 10:30 AM
Strengthen your mental focus and resilience through mindfulness techniques that will help you navigate life’s challenges with calm and clarity.

💨 Core Breath: Foundational Breathwork
📅 Thursdays at 10:30 AM
Learn the power of breathwork to center your mind, reduce stress, and enhance your well-being in this dynamic class.

🎶 Restore: Guided Meditation and Harmonic Sound Experience
📅 Fridays at 12:30 PM
End your week with deep relaxation and inner peace through guided meditation and soothing harmonic sounds. Perfect for stress relief and recharging your energy.

Classes will be held at Seeking Solace’s beautiful new space in Overland Park. Whether you’re looking to dive deeper into mindfulness, reset your mind, or simply relax, we have something for everyone! 🌿💫

📍 Location: Seeking Solace Yoga Studio, 7223 West 95th Street, Suite 7207,, Overland Park KS 66212
💻 Reserve Your Spot: https://cultivatemeditation.com/weekly-classes

Let’s create a mindful community and embrace wellness in our daily lives! 💚 I can't wait to see you on the cushion!

Cultivate Meditation Academy Start Now!

Dear members and friends of the Kansas City Buddhist Center,

It is with a heavy heart that we share a significant decision that we have made regarding the future of our beloved community. After much contemplation and consideration, we have decided to close the Kansas City Buddhist Center.

We began this sangha and community in response to a heartfelt call from many of you who yearned for a Buddhist community created by Buddhists, rather than a Christian community with a Buddhist program added on. In response to that call, we embarked on a journey to establish a rented space, develop a mission, establish ethical guidelines, and secure a 501c3 organizational status. We boldly chose to operate on a 100% volunteer basis, ensuring that our collective efforts would guide our community's growth.

When the pandemic struck, we were forced to pause our in-person gatherings due to the constraints of social distancing and group gatherings. In the face of these challenges, we quickly adapted by moving our activities online. Ngakpa Ronn Pawo McLane played an instrumental role during this time, leading meditations on various platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and our website feed for over a year.

Several months ago, we began holding monthly gatherings at Seeking Solace Yoga in Overland Park. Some of these gatherings garnered significant attendance and created cherished moments, while others saw only a few attendees. However, the truth remains stark: without regular in-person services, classes, and events, we have struggled to secure the necessary financial support to sustain the essentials of our organization.

The cost of reestablishing ourselves with rent, insurance, and other expenses is simply not sustainable for the continued operation of our organization. It is with a deep sense of regret that we have come to this difficult decision to close the Kansas City Buddhist Center.

We are immensely grateful for the unwavering support, dedication, and engagement that you have brought to our community throughout the years. Your presence and commitment have been the driving force behind our shared journey, and we extend our heartfelt gratitude to every one of you.

While this may mark the end of our physical gathering space, we hope that the teachings and experiences shared within our community will continue to resonate within your hearts and guide you on your paths. The connections and friendships forged during our time together will forever remain a cherished part of our collective journey.

As we move forward, we encourage you to seek out other Buddhist communities and centers where you can continue to nurture your practice and find support. There are many excellent resources available that can provide the guidance and inspiration you seek.
Thank you, once again, for your support, and understanding, and for being a part of this beautiful journey. May the seeds of wisdom and compassion that have been planted here continue to grow and flourish in your lives.

With profound gratitude and heartfelt wishes,

The Board & Officers of
The Kansas City Buddhist Center

🌸 Important Announcement from Ngakpa Ronn Pawo McLane 🌸

Dear friends and members of the Kansas City Buddhist Center,

I hope this post finds you all in good health and high spirits. Today, I am writing to share an important update regarding an upcoming event at our center. Beginning May 28th, 2023, I will be taking a short sabbatical, and I am scheduled to return on July 2nd, 2023.

During this period, I will be embarking on a personal retreat to delve deeper into my spiritual practice. This time of seclusion and reflection is crucial for my own growth and will ultimately benefit our entire community. Your understanding and support mean the world to me as I dedicate myself to this transformative journey.

I want to inform you that, as a result of my sabbatical, there will be some adjustments to our center's schedule. For the month of June, there will be no weekly open practice sessions on Zoom, and the monthly Dharma gathering at Seeking Solace Yoga will be on hold. Additionally, there will be no online classes offered, and no other teachers will be stepping in during this period.

I understand that these changes may disrupt a few participants' usual routine, and I apologize for any inconvenience caused. However, I encourage you to continue your personal practice and explore the wealth of resources available to you. Dive into recorded teachings, engage in self-guided meditation, and connect with fellow practitioners to nurture your spiritual growth during this time.

I want to express my deepest gratitude to each and every one of you for your unwavering support and dedication to our spiritual community. Your commitment to the teachings and the kindness you show one another continually inspire me.

I apologize once again for any inconvenience caused by these temporary adjustments. Your understanding and cooperation are deeply appreciated. I am confident that this period of introspection and renewal will allow me to return with fresh perspectives and teachings to share with our community.

Thank you for your unwavering support and dedication to the Kansas City Buddhist Center. May your own spiritual journey continue to flourish with inner peace, insight, and profound growth during this time.

With heartfelt blessings,
Ngakpa Ronn Pawo McLane
Kansas City Buddhist Center

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🚨🍔 Calling all spiritual seekers! 🧘‍♀️🧘‍♂️ Are you guilty of treating your Buddhist practice like a drive-thru? 🚗💨 Swing by when you're in need, then vanish when life gets smooth? We've all been there! 😅 But worry not, we've cooked up something special for you! 🥁

📢 Introducing our latest blog article: "The Spiritual Drive-Thru: Overcoming Transactional Buddhism in the West." 🌈🌟 Packed with humor, wisdom, and practical tips, this article will help you transform your spiritual practice from a fleeting pit stop to a lifelong, nourishing journey. 🌳🌄

Discover how to:
🌟 Stay committed during life's highs and lows
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Don't miss out! Read and share with your fellow Dharma travelers. 📚👭👬 Let's ditch the spiritual drive-thru together and embark on a more fulfilling path. 💖🛣️

The Spiritual Drive-Thru: Overcoming Transactional Buddhism Hey there, spiritual seekers! Have you ever caught yourself treating your Buddhist practice like a drive-thru fast food joint? You swing by when you're feeling a little "hangry" for some inner peace, only to disappear wh...

Ronn Pawo McLane is working to demystify meditation and help you begin a personal practice with this informative introductory workshop.

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Just a quick note and reminder that we will not have a live practice this Sunday, May 8th as Ronn Pawo is traveling. Have a Happy Mother's Day and do something wonderful!

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Kansas City Buddhist Center Weekly Newsletter

This morning's Dharma practice is pre-recorded. The link is: https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/share/paoki-pEArUbRJRbt1pSqKp_evt1mHEkvaxdf12-w_buoRAlufytZjy0A08L3Tjz.WYyPNDQW5N6h4ShX?startTime=1641166670000

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Just a quick reminder that the Dharma Practice this week is pre-recorded and found at the Event link for Sunday, January 16th on our page. I have another message scheduled for 9:15 am tomorrow with the exact link if you have any issues.

Reminder: There will be no live practice service this morning as Ronn Pawo is traveling for the holiday.

Hey everyone it's Pawo. I have a little gift to share. I created Cultivate Meditation to help provide relief from stress and anxiety. For the next seven days I am opening up Free enrollment with full and unlimited access to our Virtual Meditation Studio for one month. It's simple, go to www.cultivatemeditation.com and click the button on the pop-up and enter the code: RELIEF2021 for immediate access to the daily meditation schedule as well as the on demand library. Share it with your people, anyone who wants it can have it. Meditation relief starts right now. FREE enrollment is open until August 27th. Message with questions.

Join the Sangha for Practice and Satsang at 9:30AM CDT at this link.

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlcOuupjotGdQWzGayWUGXH5b_xvaa_0iL

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: KCBC Weekly Dharma, Meditation & Chanting Practice with Ronn Pawo McLane. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting. KCBC Weekly Dharma, Meditation & Chanting Practice with Ronn Pawo McLane