What’s Happening at KPC
December 1 – 15, 2025
Celebrating 40 years of the Prayer Vigil, KPC has been a place of refuge and prayer for all who come, Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. With the blessing of Her Eminence Jetsunma Ahkön Lhamo, all are welcome here.
Drum Circle Ends for the Season
Due to the colder weather, the Sunday and Tuesday drum circles have ended for the season. Thank you to everyone who joined us – we’ll see you again in the Spring! In the meantime, we hope you’ll join us for our indoor activities.
Upcoming Activities
Medicine Buddha Practice Instruction – with Khenpo Karze
Saturday, December 6, 1pm
Prayer Room, Facebook Live, YouTube Live
Join Khenpo Karze’s teaching on how to do the Nam Chö Medicine Buddha practice, offered in support of new Prayer Vigil participants. Those interested in joining the KPC Prayer Vigil are encouraged to attend, and anyone who does this practice and wants to deepen their understanding is warmly welcome.
Second Saturdays – Service with a Smile
Saturday, December 13, 10 am – 3 pm
Temple Grounds
Beautification teams will be working inside and out to make sure the KPC mandala sparkles. If you’d like to lend a hand, or volunteer at other times, please email volunteer@tara.org or call 301-710-6259. Your support for maintaining this sacred place of refuge makes a big difference; every little bit helps.
A Weekend with Khenpo Tenzin Karze in Sedona
December 26-28
Sedona, Arizona
With the blessing of Her Eminence Jetsunma Ahkön Norbu Lhamo, Khenpo Tenzin Karze will visit Sedona, Arizona, offering practices in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition, opportunities to ask questions, and a public talk on how we can apply the tenets of Buddhism in our daily lives.
To register or sponsor and learn more about the weekend’s events, please visit bit.ly/WeekendwithKhenpo.
Questions? Leave a message at 877.788.7229 or email us at KPCSedona@tara.org and someone will get back to you.
Support 40 Years of Refuge
As we look toward the close of 2025, we’re reminded that KPC continues to offer peaceful refuge year after year because of the generosity of so many. Your support makes every act of compassion here possible and keeps this sanctuary available for all who seek it. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, all donations are fully tax-deductible. You may make an end-of-year gift by clicking here.
KPC Buddhist Relief Winter Clothing Drive
Help local families stay warm this winter! Our goal is to raise $5,000 for 200 winter sets – hats, gloves, scarves and sweat sets for families and individuals in need. Click here to donate.
We also have some limited capacity to collect and store clean, used items and/or new items on site. Please do not drop off items, email us first at: helpthem@kpcbuddhistrelief.org.
Save the Date
12/31 His Holiness Yangsi Pema Norbu Rinpoche’s Birthday
12/31 New Year’s Eve Midnight Practice
1/15 His Eminence Gyangkhang Rinpoche’s Birthday
KPC’s Regular Schedule
Every day at KPC, there are prayers and practices taking place, in person and online. Everyone is welcome to attend them, for the full practice or any portion, Buddhist and non-Buddhist alike. Visit the KPC Calendar for a complete list of our practices and events. Please note, times are subject to change.
One such activity is the Riwo Sang Chöd practice.
Riwo Sang Chöd Practice
Saturdays, 12pm (immediately following Meditation)
Prayer Room, Zoom
The “Mountain Smoke Offering” is a practice to increase health and prosperity, cleanse the environment and stimulate world peace and harmony.
Learn more or download the Riwo Sang Chod practice here and join us.
Other Ways to Participate:
There are many, many opportunities to enjoy KPC every single day. To learn more about all the ways there are to get involved at KPC, visit our website at www.tara.org.
One opportunity is to join the KPC Prayer Vigil.
The 24-hour Prayer Vigil for World Peace has continued without interruption – 24-hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year – for 40 years. While you’re at work, someone is praying. While you’re asleep, someone is praying. That’s more than 350,400 hours of continuous prayer for the benefit of all beings, with over 150,000 prayer requests honored from around the world.
You can be a part of history by joining the KPC Prayer Vigil, now in its 40th year. Learn more about praying with us and the Prayer Vigil and sign up now to become a KPC Prayer Vigil participant!
KPC Hours
Prayer Room: 8 am – 8 pm
Temple Grounds and Peace Park: Dawn – Dusk
*New* Koi Ponds: 11am – Dusk
We warmly welcome you to visit during our open hours! It is getting dark earlier and earlier this time of year. Be sure to check the time for sunset and plan your visit to the Peace Park and temple grounds accordingly.
For everyone’s safety, the property is monitored by cameras, and access is not permitted outside these times. Thank you for understanding!
We look forward to seeing you soon!
For a complete list of weekly practices and events, check the KPC Calendar. Please note, times are subject to change. Most practices are in person, with an option to join virtually.
Want to learn more about practices and events? The easy-to-follow guide includes a list of the practices and what you can expect when you join. Learn more about:
Dharma Teachings | Medicine Buddha | Rigdzin Dupa | Chime Sog Tik | P’howa | Riwo Sang Chöd | Yumka
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Kunzang Palyul Choling (KPC) is a Buddhist Temple in the Nyingma Tradition, founded by Her Eminence Jetsunma Ahkon Lhamo Rinpoche under the guidance of His Holiness Penor Rinpoche.
KPC is a Platinum-level Guide Star Exchange participant, demonstrating our commitment to transparency through sharing information.
Kunzang Palyul Choling is a tax exempt 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Federal Tax ID # 52-1501476.
All donations are fully tax deductible.
Contact information:
Kunzang Palyul Choling
18400 River Road
Poolesville, MD 20837
(301) 710-6259
