Around the Center
Monks of Gaden Shartse Cultural Foundation
Sedona Tour, Tuesday April 8th - Sunday May 4th, 2025
The Following Take Place at
120 Deer Trail Drive, Sedona
Tuesday April 8th
Wednesday April 9th
Tuesday April 15th
9:30 am to 11:30 am
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Experience the meditative art of sand mandala creation, a Tibetan Buddhist practice that transforms colored sand into intricate, symbolic designs embodying harmony, wisdom, and compassion. In this immersive workshop, you will be guided by skilled mandala artists who will share the profound meaning behind this sacred art form and lead you through the process of bringing a mandala to life.
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Tickets at: sedonya.punchpass.com
Suggested Donation: $25
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
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Join us for an enlightening Chenrezig Dharma Talk and Meditation on Compassion, led by the Tibetan Monks. This sacred gathering, focused on Chenrezig—the Bodhisattva of Compassion—will guide us in awakening the heart and deepening our capacity for kindness and empathy. Through teachings, guided meditation, and blessings, we’ll explore practices that cultivate compassion, bringing greater peace and connection to our lives and to those around us.
Tickets at: sedonya.punchpass.com
Suggested Donation: $15
5:30 pm to 6:30pm
​The Monks of Gaden Shartse will devote 24 days to crafting a sacred sand mandala within the Temple at Sedonya. The Opening Ceremony will sanctify the space by calling upon both seen and unseen forces, dispelling negative energies, and inviting blessings of goodness on four profound levels. This sacred ritual sets the foundation for the mandala’s creation, imbuing it with intention and divine presence.
Tickets at: sedonya.punchpass.com
Suggested Donation: $10+
7:00 pm to 8:30pm
A powerful and sacred tantric ritual of purification and renewal. This ancient ceremony calls upon the energies of Vajravidarana, a deity revered in Tibetan Buddhism for his healing and protective powers. Through mantra chanting, visualizations, and sacred rituals, the monks will create an atmosphere that clears away negativity, removes obstacles, and shields participants from harm. This group healing is designed to cleanse the body, mind, and spirit, fostering a profound sense of inner peace, protection, and spiritual revitalization.
Tickets at: sedonya.punchpass.com
Suggested Donation: $25
Wednesday April 16th
Thursday April 17th
Friday April 18th
Saturday April 19th
Sunday April 20th
Tuesday April 29th
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
A workshop designed to deepen your understanding and practice of meditation. Led by the monks, this workshop will cover foundational techniques, offer guided practice, and provide insightful teachings to help you cultivate a calm and focused mind. Following the practice, a Q&A session will give participants the chance to discuss personal challenges, ask questions, and receive guidance on integrating meditation into daily life. This session is perfect for beginners and seasoned practitioners alike, offering tools and insights to enrich your journey in meditation.
Tickets at: sedonya.punchpass.com
Sugested Donation: $15
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
A profound ceremony dedicated to Manjushri, the Buddha of Wisdom. In this empowerment, participants will receive blessings to enhance clarity, insight, and understanding, connecting with the enlightening energy that Manjushri embodies. Through sacred rituals and mantra, the Tibetan monks will guide you in opening to the "nectar of wisdom" that dispels ignorance and illuminates the path to enlightenment. This empowerment offers a rare opportunity to cultivate discernment and inner wisdom, bringing the teachings of Manjushri into your life.
Tickets at: sedonya.punchpass.com
Sugested Donation: $25
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
Participate in the Mani Stone Creation Workshop, a unique experience in crafting your own sacred stone. In Tibetan tradition, Mani stones are carved or painted with sacred mantras, such as "Om Mani Padme Hum," to invoke compassion, peace, and blessings. Guided by Tibetan monks, you will learn about the symbolism and significance of Mani stones, then engage in the mindful creation of your own. This hands-on workshop provides a space for reflection and connection, allowing each participant to infuse their stone with personal intention and sacred energy. Take home a meaningful piece of Tibetan tradition to inspire your spiritual journey..
Tickets at: sedonya.punchpass.com
Sugested Donation: $25
Wednesday April 30th
10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Immerse yourself in The Ritual Cake Workshop, a unique experience dedicated to the creation of traditional Tibetan Torma cakes. Used in sacred rituals and offerings, Torma cakes are symbolic creations that represent devotion, generosity, and blessings. This workshop begins with a demonstration led by Tibetan monks, introducing participants to the cultural and spiritual significance of Torma. You’ll then have the opportunity to craft your own ritual cake, shaping and decorating it with guidance from the monks. This hands-on session invites you to connect with Tibetan traditions and bring a piece of sacred art to life.​​
Tickets at: sedonya.punchpass.com
Suggested Donation: $15
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Join us in a powerful ceremony led by Tibetan monks, invoking the blessings of the three protective deities: Vajrapani, Hayagriva, and Garuda. This triple empowerment offers participants the strength and fierce compassion of Vajrapani, the healing and purifying energy of Hayagriva, and the liberating force of Garuda. Together, these energies provide a profound shield of protection, clarity, and spiritual resilience to overcome obstacles and foster inner peace.
Tickets at: sedonya.punchpass.com
Suggested Donation: $25
2:00 pm to 4:00 pm
A Dharma Talk on the profound Law of Karma, exploring the principles of cause and effect that shape our lives. In this insightful session, Tibetan monks will delve into the nature of karma, explaining how our actions—both positive and negative—create ripple effects that influence our experiences and future. Through teachings on karma’s role in personal growth, relationships, and spiritual evolution, participants will gain a deeper understanding of how to cultivate positive actions and intentions. This talk provides practical guidance on aligning with karma to create a life of harmony, balance, and mindful choices.
Tickets at: sedonya.punchpass.com
Suggested Donation: $15
Friday May 2nd
9:00 am - 10:30 am
After spending countless hours laying millions of grains of sand into an intricate mandala, the monks will destroy it, sweeping the grains together in a sacred ceremony.
After the dissolution, the blessed sand will be distributed among the attendees.
The remaining sand will be poured into the natural body of water so the blessings will be carried with the flowing water.
Tickets at: sedonya.punchpass.com
Donation: Donation $11 +
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Experience the Vajrasattva Empowerment, a powerful purification ritual led by Tibetan monks, featuring the Golden Nectar Blessing and sacred chanting. This ceremony invokes Vajrasattva, the deity of purity, to cleanse negative energies, past actions, and mental obstacles. Through blessings of golden nectar and the transformative power of chanting, participants will be guided toward renewal, inner peace, and spiritual clarity.
Tickets at: sedonya.punchpass.com
Donation: Donation $25
Sunday May 4th
Sand Mandala Creation
Sand Mandala Creation
Viewing the creation of the mandala is free and open to the public each day. The Tibetan monks are creating the Vajrasattva Sand Mandala at Sedonya, from Tuesday April 15th to Friday May 2nd.
Visitors may come to watch the sand mandala take form, to learn more about Tibetan art, or to just sit and meditate!
