Love is the answer - and love is the REASON 

Love inspires our compassion and our wish to attain the wisdom of enlightenment to free ourselves and others from suffering, and to lasting peace and happiness.

This meditation retreat is open to everyone and is ideal for those seeking an inspiring, enjoyable and practical presentation of Buddhist meditation and wisdom. On this retreat you will learn how to identify with your highest spiritual potential and how, through practicing traditional meditations taught by Buddha, you can bring abundant joy and lightness into your daily life. 

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Each guided meditation session will include practical instructions and time for meditation. The sessions are taught by Resident Teachers at our centers in Florida, Kadam Ricc Bishop and Kadam Carol Lutker.

Each teacher carries a wealth of personal experience, and, throughout the retreat will offer clear guidance and instruction in a way that is down to earth, practical and inspiring.

Between sessions there is time to relax, rest, and spend time with like-minded friends within the beautiful natural environment of Gainesville Retreat Center. The healing and peaceful surroundings help participants to let go of mental busyness and feel at peace.

LOCATION 

Located near Gainesville (about a 2 hour drive from both Jacksonville & Orlando) on a 108 acre wildlife refuge with miles of hiking trails, a 1200 square foot meditation room, full vegetarian kitchen, and saltwater pool.

Cushions or chairs are provided in meditation room; or you can bring your own.

ON-SITE ACCOMMODATIONS AND MEALS

Bedding and towels are provided in all indoor accommodations.

Vegan meals are included starting with dinner Friday night through lunch on Sunday.  

REGISTER AS SOON AS POSSIBLE IF YOU WISH TO STAY ONSITE, AS THESE ROOMS GENERALLY SELL OUT QUICKLY.

ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATIONS

• Hotels are available a few minutes away in Gainesville. Or, airbnb may work. If you choose one of these options, register for the retreat as a COMMUTER.
• Plenty of room for CAMPING - your own tents or RV's.
• Saturday only commuter option available, with lunch included.

REGISTRATION

• Advance registration and payment is required for this event.
• EARLY BIRD: Discount of $20 for paid registration by APRIL 8.
• Costs include accomodations for two nights, delicious vegan meals , and retreat program. 
• Commuter, Camping and "Saturday only" options available
• Fees as per person. 
• EACH PERSON MUST REGISTER SEPARATELY. You will have an opportunity to indicate a preferred roommate.
• Cancellations UNTIL APRIL 23 with $25 processing fee deducted. No refunds after that, unless we successfully fill your spot from the waiting list. 
• WAITING LIST: Contact ADMIN@MeditationInJacksonville to  be on the waiting list in case of cancellations, but make other room arrangements to be safe.

• March 27: Registration opens for Members
• April 2: Registration opens for all
• April 8: Last day with Early Bird discount
• April 21: Registration closes

SCHEDULE 

Friday APRIL 28

4:00 - 6:30 -- Check-in

6:30pm-7:30pm — Dinner

7:30pm-8:45pm — Session #1 - Introduction  - Kadam Carol

Saturday, APRIL 29

7:30am-8:30am — Breakfast

9am-10:30am — Session #2 -THE GREAT MOTHER & emptiness  - Kadam Ricc
11am-12:15pm — Session #3 - Emptiness  -  Kadam Ricc
12:30-2:30pm — Lunch and free time

2:30-3:00 - Walking meditation (optional)

3pm-4:15pm — Session #4 - Love - Kadam Carol
4:45pm-6:00pm — Session #5 -  Bodihicitta  -  Kadam Carol
6:15pm-7:15pm — Dinner
7:30pm-8:45pm — Wishfulfilling Jewel Prayers with tsog offering and party

Sunday, APRIL 30

7:30am-8:30am — Breakfast

9am-10:15am  — Session #6  Meditations on love and emptiness  - Kadam Ricc
10:45am-12:00pm  — REFUGE AND BODHISATTVA VOW CEREMONY - Kadam Carol
12:00pm - 2:30 pm - Lunch and pack-up

 

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