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Opening Ceremony of the Mandala of Healing (hybrid)

10:00 am Wednesday, May 27, 2026

OPENING CEREMONY and CREATION of the MANDALA of HEALING

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

 
10:00 am (ET) prompt: 
Join us for a brief (~15 mins) Opening Ceremony of the Mandala of Healing as Geshe Sangpo initiates the creation of the sand Mandala of Healing.
 
10:00 am - 5:00 pm (ET) - Kadampa Center will be open:
Drop in anytime to observe Geshe Sangpo creating the sand Mandala of Healing; to learn more about sand mandalas and how they are created; to try out the hands-on mandala activities; to simply be in the presence of such a powerful holy object; and/or to do your personal meditation or Dharma practice.

Join us for the Opening Ceremony of the Mandala of Healing!  Geshe Sangpo, a resident teacher at Kadampa Center who specializes in the ritual practices of Tibetan Buddhism, initiates the creation of a sand mandala of healing during the Opening Ceremony.  This powerful ritual practice takes place over the course of four days, as Geshe Sangpo meticulously sprinkles sand to create the intricate patterns of the mandala.  The Mandala of Healing is a symbolic representation of the pure land of Medicine Buddha, a healing master whose practices are known to be one of the most powerful ways of overcoming disease and eliminating problems.

Bring friends and family of all ages ~ everyone is welcome and all will benefit from simply seeing the Mandala of Healing! 

Return to the FULL SCHEDULE of the Healing Retreat.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Sponsoring any Dharma activity is one of the highest forms of generosity.  Your sponsorship of the Healing Retreat makes it possible for soooo many to experience the immeasurable benefits of these healing practices, ceremonies, and meditations.  As a sponsor, you are invited to submit a dedication so that your generosity will be of the greatest benefit to yourself and others.

$1,000 Full Sponsorship of the Healing Retreat
$500 Sponsorship of the Buddha Holy Day - Saka Dawa Düchen
$350 Sponsorship of the Mandala of Healing
$250 Sponsorship of the Medicine Buddha Puja
$150 Sponsorship of Healing Meditations and Mantra Recitations
$108 Sponsorship of Breakfast, Lunch, and Tea Offerings during the Healing Retreat
any amount Any heartfelt contribution supports the Healing Retreat in countless ways

HOW TO BECOME A SPONSOR

1.   Make your financial sponsorship contribution in one of the following ways:

  • Online:  Choose your amount and click on the corresponding link in the table above.
  • By check:  Place a check in the donation box outside the gompa door, or send your check to:
Kadampa Center
5412 Etta Burke Ct.
Raleigh, NC  27606

2.   Click HERE to submit your dedication, which can be simple or elaborate; submitted anonymously or with your name included.

 

Disclaimer:  There may be more than one sponsor for any given amount or any given event/activity, so opportunities to sponsor are endless!  Additionally, Kadampa Center reserves the right to distribute the funds to cover costs wherever needed.

 

Location at Kadampa Center: 
Gompa