In March, various empowerments took place around the world, leaving an indelible imprint on the hearts of all sentient beings. In this article, the blessings of Medicine Buddha, Avalokiteshvara and Je Tsongkhapa in the UK, USA and France.

This month, three centers in the UK, KMC Vancouver and KMC Fraser Valley in Canada, and KBC Sukhavati in Mexico organized retreats to help students cultivate the mental tools they need to develop lasting inner peace.

National Spiritual Directors travel to various centers around their countries to give special talks and teach courses. Gen Ananda, the NSD of Germany, visited 6 cities in Germany, while Gen Chokga visited Granada in Spain, and Gen Eupame, the NSD of France, visited Nantes. These visits provide a meaningful chance for individuals to strengthen their bond with their NSD.

Due to the great kindness of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, his guidance and his blessings, Kadampa centers in London and Monterrey have had the opportunity to receive the magical blessing empowerment of Buddha Manjushri and commentaries to his practice.

KMC Barcelona recently hosted two inspiring events: a magical retreat at the Temple in Montserrat led by Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Lochani, and a calçotada (traditional Catalan barbecue) attended by nearly 200 people.

This month blessed empowerments were given at KMC Madrid, KBC Nantes and KBC Nice in France and KBC Lausanne in Switzerland, creating unbreakable connections with the Buddhas that will last beyond this life.

Retreats in special locations, beyond the city, offer those living in busy urban areas a chance to step away from the usual hustle and bustle. These precious getaways provide the perfect opportunity to disconnect, recharge, and create the space for Dharma to deeply transform the heart.

This month the blessings of Avalokiteshvara, the Buddha of Compassion, reached Guadalajara and Cuernavaca in Mexico, Stuttgart in Germany and Tampa Bay in the USA.