KMC Deuachen in Sintra Portugal recently held a special event at which the Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Rigden, granted empowerment and teachings on the practice of Thousand-armed Avalokiteshevara. The meditations were led by Maria João Caldeira.

In another sign that things are returning to normal at Kadampa centers around the world, over 100 people took part in the event with more than 70 attending in person in the Temple.