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UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL FOR LASTING INNER PEACE
Unlock Your Potential for Lasting Inner Peace
Unlock Your Potential for Lasting Inner Peace
Unlock Your Potential for Lasting Inner Peace
MENLHA
KADAMPA MEDITATION CENTER
Menlha KMC Teachers
LAMBERTVILLE NJ | HAMILTON NJ
Gen Kelsang Chogyop
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Gen Kelsang Chogyop is a Buddhist nun and a close disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche. She is the main teacher here at Menlha Kadampa Meditation Center in Lambertville NJ, as well as Dharmachakra Kadampa Buddhist Center in Millburn NJ.
Gen Chogyop has been studying and teaching Kadampa Buddhism for more than 20 years, and is known for her warm heart, practical teachings and sincere practice of Dharma. She provides an inspiring example of a modern Buddhist practitioner. Through emphasizing the Bodhisattva’s way of life, she encourages all the students at the center to bring their practice of Buddha’s teachings into their daily lives, bringing joy to as many people as possible.
Diana Barbera
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Diana has been on her spiritual journey for many years and found Menlha because of her deep love of Buddhism. She is a sincere practitioner with a loving heart. She leads the Wednesday lunchtime meditation class. She always makes everyone feel very welcome.
Diane Cadman
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Diane Cadman has been a Kadampa Buddhist meditation practitioner for over 20 years and has studied under Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche. She teaches the Foundation Program on Thursdays, and twice weekly the lunchtime meditation classes. Diane teaches meditation in a friendly, practical, down to earth manner.
Kelsang Chogo
Kelsang Chogo has been studying and practicing Buddhism since 2004 and teaches our Tuesday evening class, as well as several of our Saturday day courses. She has a wealth of knowledge about the practices and is skilled in presenting the Dharma in a very clear way. Chogo is known for her compassion and love for animals and nature and often works these concepts into her teachings.
Robin Kelly
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Robin Kelly is a senior student at Menlha Center who has been studying and practicing Buddhism for many years. Rob enjoys helping students apply Buddhist methods to everyday problems, and is known for his inspiring and humorous presentation. Rob teaches our Wednesday evening class, as well as various special Saturday courses.
Patty Kowalchuk
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Patty has been meditating for over 15 years and currently serves as Menlha's Education Program Coordinator (EPC). A mother of three adult children (and grandmother of two), Patty loves the youthful energy of children and delights in spending time with them. She co-leads the monthly 'Meditation for Kids' class, as well as teaches our Monday evening class.
Ingrid Ollquist
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Ingrid Ollquist is an avid meditator with a deep commitment to mindfulness. As a New Jersey native, Ingrid brings her nurturing spirit and professional expertise to her roles as an End-of-Life doula and grief counselor. Prior to this, she spent 12 years as a professional nanny. Ingrid volunteers at Menlha and is part of the Marketing Committee. She also teaches the monthly 'Meditation for Kids' class.
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Alexander Pachman
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Alexander Pachman has been meditating for many years. He is devoted to his practice and shows an inspiring example of a modern day practitioner. He guides some of our General Program meditation class.
Sarah Paden
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Sarah first encountered Kadampa Buddhism in 2003. She studies in the Teacher Training Program at Menlha Center and attends yearly retreats at KMC New York in Glen Spey, NY As a teacher, she hopes to reach others with wisdom and compassion.
Ethel Rackin
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Ethel Rackin is a senior student at Menlha Center who has been studying and practicing Kadampa Buddhism for many years. Through her practical and warm-hearted manner, Ethel shares Buddha’s teachings in a joyful and engaging way. She is also a poet and professor of English. Ethel teaches our Sunday 'Prayers for World Peace' class, as well as several of our special Saturday courses.
OUR TEACHERS IN HAMILTON, NJ
Adrienne Chell
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Adrienne Chell has a clear and practical approach to teaching Buddhist practice and meditation. She has helped to organize and manage several Buddhist communities in New Jersey, and has experience working with people from all walks of life. She transmits a depth of experience and practical wisdom to her students.
Russell Chell
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Russell Chell teaches meditation in a friendly, practical down to earth manner. He has served several Buddhist communities in New Jersey and he has worked with people and students from all walks of life. With relatable, good-natured humor and uncommon wisdom, he helps students connect with both the profound and day-to-day aspects of meditation practice.