". . . with method and wisdom together, we can realize the true nature of the mind. On the basis of that realization and increasing wisdom, we will eventually reach full realization and attain enlightenment."

- His Holiness the Sakya Trizin

About Our Center

About Our Center

At the Minnesota Sakya Center, we strive to serve the spiritual needs of the local Buddhist community, provide Dharma teachings appropriate to many levels of interest and understanding, and ultimately preserve the teachings of the Buddhist traditions and the Sakya lineage of Tibet so that they may continue to flourish and inspire wisdom and compassion for all beings.

What’s New

What’s New

Join us in July 2017 for Awakening the Heart and Mind, a Weekend Retreat with Tulku Jigme Rinpoche and a White Tara Retreat by H.E. Jetsun Kushok in September.  Look for details to come about a visit by His Holiness Kyabgon Gongma Trichen Rinpoche (41st His Holiness the Sakya Trizin) this fall!  Please see the events page for specific dates and times of all events.   . . .  Read the latest issue of Melody of Dharma magazine.

Center Activities

Center Activities

At all times of the year, you are invited to join us on Sundays for meditation and contemplation followed by a tea break and then stay for the Family Dharma Program from 11:30 to 12:30, including  Tara Practice and a Children’s Program. Khenpo Gongphel will also teach Bodhicharyavatara on Sundays, and lead Vajrayogini Tsok offerings on 10th and 25th of the Tibetan Lunar Calendar.  Please see the events page for specific dates and times of all events.  WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU.