Erie palyul chokhorling Buddhist center U.S.A

In 2015, during the Diwali celebration, our community gathered at the residence of Chet Gurung on 7th Street, Erie, Pennsylvania, for an important and historic meeting.

The main purpose of this gathering was to begin a shared intention to collect funds to build or purchase a Buddhist temple in Erie, PA, with the aspiration to preserve and continue our religious and cultural traditions for future generations.

During this meeting, we held the first meaningful discussion about the long-term vision of our Buddhist community, including our commitment to establish a permanent place of worship and practice. The gathering was also enriched with Desura dance and Diwali festivities, bringing joy, unity, and a strong sense of community spirit.

This moment became a foundation of inspiration for our ongoing journey to support and develop a Buddhist temple for the benefit of present and future generations.

I am sincerely grateful to everyone who participated in that early vision and supported the beginning of this important mission. May the merit of this effort contribute to the flourishing of the Buddha Dharma and bring peace, harmony, and happiness to all sentient beings. 🙏🪷

In 2019, the Palyul Choekhor Ling Buddhist Center in Erie, Pennsylvania had the great fortune to host a special Dharma and cultural program with Khentrul Gyankheng Tulku Rinpoche. It was the first visit of Rinpoche to our center, where he kindly offered empowerments (Wang), teachings, and cultural activities for the community.

This auspicious event brought great joy and devotion to all participants and strengthened the connection between the Sangha, teachers, and the local Buddhist community. It was a meaningful occasion that deepened faith, inspired practice, and enriched our cultural and spiritual heritage.

We remain deeply grateful for Rinpoche’s blessings and the support of everyone who helped organize this precious Dharma gathering. May the merit of this event benefit all beings and help the Buddha Dharma flourish everywhere. 🙏🪷

2015 Loshar celebrations in Erie pa By Buddhist community of Erie pa.

In 2013 and 2014 we had the precious opportunity to practice the Buddha Dharma at the Kagyu Buddhist Center in Erie, Pennsylvania. It was a meaningful period of learning, meditation, prayers, and spiritual growth that strengthened my faith and commitment to the Buddhist path.

The guidance of respected teachers and the support of the Dharma community inspired me to continue serving the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha with dedication. These experiences became an important foundation for my continued involvement in promoting and preserving the Buddha Dharma within our community.

May the merit of these Dharma activities contribute to the flourishing of the Buddha Dharma and bring peace, wisdom, compassion, and happiness to all sentient beings. 🙏🌸

In 2014, the Buddhist Community of Erie, Pennsylvania had the great honor of organizing a precious Dharma program with the blessings of a Kagyu Rinpoche. It was a joyful and auspicious occasion that brought our community together to receive teachings, prayers, and blessings.

This memorable event strengthened our faith, deepened our connection to the Buddha Dharma, and encouraged us to continue preserving and practicing the teachings with devotion.

I sincerely thank everyone who supported and participated in making this Dharma event a success. May the merit accumulated through this gathering contribute to the flourishing of the Buddha Dharma and bring peace, wisdom, and happiness to all sentient beings. 🙏🪷

In 2016, under my leadership, the Buddhist community of Erie, Pennsylvania was blessed to organize a wonderful Dharma event with the precious blessings and teachings of Kalsang Rinpoche. It was a meaningful occasion that brought our community together in faith, devotion, and Dharma practice.

I am deeply grateful to everyone who supported and participated in making this event a success. May the merit generated through this gathering contribute to the flourishing of the Buddha Dharma and bring peace, happiness, and benefit to all sentient beings. 🙏🌸

In 2015, the Buddhist Community of Erie, Pennsylvania came together to celebrate Buddhist Losar with great joy, devotion, and unity. We organized special Losar Puja, prayers, and community gatherings to welcome the Tibetan New Year and receive the blessings of the Three Jewels.

This auspicious celebration strengthened our faith, preserved our Buddhist traditions, and brought our community together in harmony and compassion. I am sincerely grateful to everyone who participated, volunteered, and supported this meaningful event.

May the merit generated through this Losar celebration contribute to the flourishing of the Buddha Dharma and bring peace, happiness, and blessings to all sentient beings. 🙏🪷

During Buddha Purnima in 2017, the Buddhist Community of Erie, Pennsylvania had the great honor of organizing an empowerment and Dharma program with the precious Tulku Dawa Rinpoche.

Under my leadership, this special event brought our community together to receive the blessings, teachings, and empowerment of Rinpoche. It was a joyful and meaningful occasion that strengthened our faith, unity, and commitment to preserving and practicing the Buddha Dharma.

I sincerely thank everyone who supported and participated in making this event a success. May the merit accumulated through this auspicious gathering contribute to the flourishing of the Buddha Dharma and bring peace, wisdom, and happiness to all sentient beings. 🙏🪷

In 2016,under my leadership, the Buddhist community of Erie, Pennsylvania was blessed to organize a wonderful Dharma event with the precious blessings and teachings of Kalsang Rinpoche. It was a meaningful occasion that brought our community together in faith, devotion, and Dharma practice.

I am deeply grateful to everyone who supported and participated in making this event a success. May the merit generated through this gathering contribute to the flourishing of the Buddha Dharma and bring peace, happiness, and benefit to all sentient beings. 🙏🌸

A cherished memory from my first trip to Maryland. I traveled to bring Lopen Sangye from Palyul Maryland to Palyul Choekhor Ling in Erie. During the visit, I also had the great honor of meeting Khenpo Pema Tshring. I remain deeply grateful for this precious opportunity to serve the Buddha Dharma and receive the blessings of respected Dharma teachers. May the Dharma continue to flourish for the benefit of all sentient beings. 🙏🌸2018