KTC PROGRAMS
Welcome to Chicago KTC’s practice schedule. Whether you’re new to meditation or an experienced practitioner, our programs offer multiple ways to engage with Buddhist teachings and practice.
SUNDAY MORNING PROGRAM
Our main practice day welcomes everyone, from first-time visitors to experienced practitioners. Join us for any part that resonates with you.
REGULAR SCHEDULE
9:00 AM | Doors Open & Self-Guided Meditation
Begin your morning in our peaceful shrine room with individual practice.
9:15 AM | Newcomer Welcome
First time visiting? Join us for a brief orientation and introduction to meditation basics.
9:30 AM | Guided Meditation
Group shamatha (peaceful abiding) meditation with instruction.
10:00 AM | Main Practice Session
Traditional Chenrezig and Amitabha practices focusing on developing compassion and wisdom.
11:00 AM | Dharma Talk with Lama Sean
Weekly teachings that connect our modern lives with timeless Buddhist teachings.
FIRST SUNDAY SPECIAL PRACTICES
On the first Sunday of each month, we practice Medicine Buddha and Twenty-One Taras.
ONLINE PRACTICE GUIDELINES
Join our community from anywhere in the world.
- Please join 5 minutes early
- Keep video on when possible
- Use headphones to minimize background noise
- Questions welcome via chat
DIGITAL RESOURCES
FOR NEWCOMERS
- Getting Started at Chicago KTC
- Introduction to Buddhism and Meditation
BUDDHISM FUNDAMENTALS
- The Three Jewels
- Life of the Buddha
- The Three Vehicles
- Understanding Lineage
- Buddha Nature
- Starting a Daily Practice
- Taking Refuge
- Deity Meditation
- Compassion Meditation
PROTECTED PRACTICE MATERIALS
Access is granted to KTC members and practitioners with appropriate empowerments.