Shambhala On-Line Class

親愛的香巴拉友人們：

這是一個科技發達的時代，海角天涯，透過資訊的傳遞，也不過只是咫尺之遙。香巴拉國際最近新成立了網上的法教課程，內容是以薩姜米龐仁波切的《統御你的世界》為主軸。對於英文好的朋友，請參看以下的email 內容：（若有意參加課程，請直接回覆教育研習部門的 Mrs. Jill Scott, jscott@shambhala.org 請說明你從台灣的香巴拉部落格 Newsletter 網頁讀到這則消息，以及你是否參加過米龐仁波切的傳法課程，你的研修背景等等。)

Shambhala On-Line Class Shambhala International is piloting technology to hold classes using video conferencing over the internet. We will be having sessions on two Saturdays, July 21 and 28 with teachers in Halifax and participants everywhere. If you would like to join in, please see the class information below. The main requirement is that you have a fast internet connection and a computer with speakers or headset. If you have a webcam and microphone, we will be able to see and hear you. Without these, you will be able to see and hear the teachers and other participants with audio and video equipment, and you can interact by using chat. It is possible to join for one day or session, but preference will be given to those who can join for multiple days/sessions. (Class size is limited.) Multiple participants at each site are encouraged (a group in one room with one computer). If you are interested, please let us know the following: -- What days/sessions are you interested in attending (see class information below)? -- When are you available to test your set-up before the class? -- Where are you are located? -- Do you have a webcam? -- Do you have a microphone? -- Will you be using external speakers or a headset to hear the broadcast? -- Will other people be with you during the sessions? If so, how many? If you are not available do these classes but are interested in future on-line classes, let us know. We are particularly interested in hearing from people who are not in North America and available to test the technology next week. Please send us an e-mail and we will set up a test. Thank you in advance for being pioneers with Shambhala On-Line. Shambhala Office of Practice and Education ____________________________________________________________ Shambhala On-Line Presents: Living with Confidence A pilot program of video conferencing for Shambhala classes Saturday, July 21 and July 28 This class is based on the book Ruling Your World by Sakyong Mipham, Chapters 1-5. The class is open to any one who has received Shambhala meditation instruction. Sessions will include presentations by the teachers, meditation, contemplation, and interactive discussion. Session times: Session 1: Saturday, July 21 1:00pm – 2:30pm Atlantic Standard time Session 2: Saturday, July 21 4:30pm – 6:00pm Atlantic Standard time Session 3: Saturday, July 28 1:00pm – 2:30pm Atlantic Standard time Session 4: Saturday, July 28 4:30pm – 6:00pm Atlantic Standard time Note: Atlantic Standard time is one hour later than Eastern time (GMT -3). Partial attendance is permitted, but since class size is limited, preference will be given to those who can join for multiple days/sessions. Teachers: David Sable, Noel McLellan and Molly DeShong. David Sable has been a Shambhala teacher since 1975 and was the Director of the Washington, D.C. Shambhala Centre for eight years. He lives in Halifax, teaches part-time at Saint Mary's University, and works as a training and education consultant. Noel McLellan is a second generation Shambhala Buddhist. He works as a middle school teacher and serves as a senior attendant to Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche. Molly DeShong is associate publisher and assistant editor of Shambhala Sun and Buddhadharma magazines. All are long-time practitioners and teachers in the Shambhala community. Note to Participants: Please read as much as you can of chapters 1-5 in Ruling Your World before the class. Since this is a pilot of new technology, we will be asking for your feedback. There is no charge for the program. Donations to Shambhala International are appreciated. If you wish to donate, go http://www.shambhala.org/giving/single.php . Please put “Shambhala on-line class” in the comment field.