Volume 18, Number 2 / April 2018
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Letter from the Editors
The Wonder of It All
Dear Friends,
The wonder and mystery of life can be experienced in the simplest of things: the sky, the sound of the wind in the trees, a pet's devotion, the loving relationship of father and son. Or it may arise while listening to Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche’s latest webcasts highlighting dzogchen pith instructions. We hope you enjoy Rinpoche’s illuminating description of the beautiful gifts of being in the magic of the moment in this issue’s teaching excerpt More
‘The Magic of a Life Lived in the Spacious Freedom and Fullness of Being’
Edited Excerpt from Rinpoche’s Teachings on the 21 Nails in Wilga, Poland, Summer 2016
Usually when you try to clear obstacles, you put a lot of effort toward trying to control yourself, as well as trying to control someone else. In doing so, you make yourself and everyone else crazy. It just doesn't work. But when you rest and go deeper and connect with yourself, and find that inner sacred space in that moment, then the obstacles begin to dissolve. More
Namgyal Khang (Victory House) to Open in April
New Multipurpose Building at Serenity Ridge
The following article was written by Rob Patzig, president of Ligmincha International.
After years of planning, fundraising and more than 15 months of construction, the new multipurpose building at Serenity Ridge, the headquarters of Ligmincha International, will open soon. A ribbon-cutting ceremony and blessing of the new building will take place on April 12 at 4:30 p.m., the first day of the Spring Retreat. More
Summer Retreat at Serenity Ridge Begins Three-Year Series
'Tummo: Inner Fire of Realization' with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche
Registration is now open for the annual Summer Retreat with Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche June 23–July 7. For the next three years, the Summer Retreat will focus on the topic of “Tummo: Inner Fire of Realization.“ Participants are welcome to attend one or both weeks of this special teaching. More
Please Donate Frequent Flyer Miles
Help Ligmincha Lamas Attend Summer Tummo Retreat
Several Ligmincha lamas from around the world are planning to attend the special Summer Retreat at Serenity Ridge on the topic of “Tummo: Inner Fire of Realization.” This is the start of three summers of teaching on this powerful practice.
Because of the high cost of travel, please consider donating frequent flyer miles for their airfare, so they will be able to join us. More
April and May Spring Retreats Focus on 'The Five Wisdoms'
Retreats at Serenity Ridge in Virginia and Vienna, Austria
Join Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche in exploring “The Five Wisdoms” this spring. Rinpoche will teach on the topic at the Serenity Ridge Spring Retreat April 12–15 and in Vienna, Austria May 11–13.
Wisdom has a specific meaning in dzogchen: the recognition of the natural state, one’s true nature. More
Renew Your Practice at Serenity Ridge
Personal Practice Retreat May 17–20, 2018
Serenity Ridge is pleased to offer a self-guided personal practice retreat May 17–20 for all who are interested. Whether you are practicing the teachings of Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche, participating in The 3 Doors, have another practice or just wish to relax in a serene atmosphere in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in central Virginia, you are welcome to join us.
Come and enjoy Serenity Ridge at your own pace: take a leisurely stroll around the property, enjoy the cool Rockfish River and deepen your practice.
Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche's Worldwide Teaching Schedule
Upcoming Teachings for April–July 2018
Over the coming months Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche is teaching in five countries throughout the world, giving presentations and offering online teachings. More
Ngöndro Online Course Registration Still Open
In May: ‘Sherap Chamma, Mother of Wisdom and Love’ with Marcy Vaughn
Ligmincha Learning's new online course “Ngondro: The Foundational Practices” is still open for registration to new students. Sign up soon so you can get started on this course, which continues until December 2. It is much longer than our other online courses, due to the number of meditation practices and the commitment of the practitioners to accumulate a 100,000 repetitions of many of the practices. More
Two Upcoming GlideWing Workshops with Tenzin Rinpoche
'The Nature of Mind: Achieving Great Bliss Through Pure Awareness' and 'Tibetan Dream Yoga'
Starting soon: A three-week workshop with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche,“The Nature of Mind: Achieving Great Bliss Through Pure Awareness,” will be held from March 31 through April 22.
This ancient Tibetan meditation practice teaches you to enter the state of pure awareness that leads to peace, joy and ultimately, to full realization. More
Receive Pith Instructions on TWR LIVE
Free Facebook Live Broadcasts with Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche
Stay connected to Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche with his TWR LIVE Facebook broadcasts, viewable on his Facebook page. They’re open to all, no Facebook account necessary!
Continuing with his series of Pith Instructions, Rinpoche is offering a series of four online broadcasts on the topic of the Four Lamps. The next broadcast is Wednesday, March 28, at 1 p.m. New York time. These teachings are from the 11th nail of the Twenty-One Nails of the Zhang Zhung Nyen Gyü, one of the most important dzogchen teachings of the Tibetan Bön tradition. More
The 3 Doors Program News
Next North American Academy
Applications are now being accepted for the fifth 3 Doors North American Academy, to be held October 3–9, 2018 at Serenity Ridge Retreat Center in Shipman, Virginia. Taught by 3 Doors senior teachers Gabriel Rocco and Marcy Vaughn, this two-and-one-half-year program is built around six in-person group retreats and interactive online support. More
What a View!
Gems from a Dzogchen Master
Enjoy these photos from Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche's recent trip to Menri Monastery during Losar, and from Serenity Ridge, interspersed with words of wisdom from his book Healing with Form, Energy and Light. More
Ligmincha Europe Magazine Coming Out Soon
Featuring Worldwide Sangha News
The winter issue should be out soon. You can find it on the Ligmincha Europe website and on their Facebook page.
Spanish Translation of VOCL
Link to February Now Available
Look for the translations of Voice of Clear Light newsletters at the top of the Voice of Clear Light website. We hope to have the translation of VOCL in Portuguese at a later date.
Upcoming Retreats
Serenity Ridge Retreat Center
The retreats listed below will take place at Serenity Ridge Retreat Center, Ligmincha International headquarters located in rural Nelson County, Virginia. To register or for more information, click on the links below, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 434-263-6304.
April 9–12, 2018
Spring Service Retreat
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April 12–15, 2018
Spring Retreat: The Five Wisdoms
with Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche
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May 17–20, 2018
Personal Practice Retreat
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June 17–22, 2018
Summer Service Retreat
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June 23–July 7, 2018
Summer Retreat: Tummo: Inner Fire of Realization
with Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche
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July 7–12, 2018
Summer Tummo Practice Retreat
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July 7–12, 2018
Summer Personal Practice Retreat
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October 16–21, 2018
Fall Retreat: Powa: Transfer of Consciousness from the Bön Mother Tantra
with Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche
Learn more
December 26, 2018–January 1, 2019
Winter Retreat: The Experiential Transmission of Zhang Zhung, Part 5
with Geshe Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche
Prerequisite: Previous completion of Parts 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the Experiential Transmission of Zhang Zhung series.
To register for any of the above retreats, or for more information about teachings in the Bön Buddhist tradition of Tibet, please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , call 434-263-6304 or visit the Serenity Ridge website.
