THE BULLETIN.Byline: The Register-Guard Services, events and people Dzogchen Meditation Center - Summer retreats with Dzogchen Khenpo Choga Rinpoche Dzogchen Khenpo Choga Rinpoche (1965- ) is a Buddhist meditation master and scholar from Dzogchen Monastery and Dzogchen Shri Singha Monastic University in Tibet]. He is a 33rd generation lineage holder of the Dzogchen lineage of Buddhism. will be held today through July 19 and July 19-26 at the temple, 3333 Storey Blvd. Included will be The Way of the Bodhisattva bodhisattva (bō'dĭsät`wə) [Sanskrit,=enlightenment-being], in early Buddhism the term used to refer to the Buddha before he attained supreme enlightenment; more generally, any being destined for enlightenment or intent on , overcoming afflictions, in-depth training of the Buddha Path, Sutra, Tantra Tantra (tŭn`trə), in both Hinduism and Buddhism, esoteric tradition of ritual and yoga known for elaborate use of mantra, or symbolic speech, and mandala, or symbolic diagrams; the importance of female deities, or Shakti; cremation-ground and Dzogchen meditation and Vajra vajra Five-pronged ritual object extensively employed in the ceremonies of Tibetan Buddhism. It is fashioned out of brass or bronze, the four prongs at each end curving around the central fifth to form a lotus-bud shape. Tantra yoga. Cost is $100 per week or $150 for two weeks. Tibetan Buddhist teachings will be offered from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. daily through July 25. The teachings will include meditation, recitation rec·i·ta·tion n. 1. a. The act of reciting memorized materials in a public performance. b. The material so presented. 2. a. Oral delivery of prepared lessons by a pupil. b. and chantings; beginners are welcome. Cost is $25 or work exchange. For information, call 431-1066 or visit www.dzogchenlineage.org. Mohawk Valley Assembly of God Church - Jerry Ott, the Glory Road Traveler, and his band will perform at 6 p.m. Sunday at the church, 92027 Marcola Road, Marcola. Ott, a member of the Pacific Gospel Music Association The Gospel Music Association (GMA) was founded in 1964 for the purpose of supporting and promoting the development of all forms of Gospel music. There are currently more than 4,200 members worldwide. , has been singing and writing country and gospel music for many years. For information, call 933-2998. Asbury United Methodist Church United Methodist Church, in the United States, religious body formed by the union in 1968 of the Evangelical United Brethren Church and the Methodist Church (see Methodism). - Soprano Carol Ann Manzi will sing songs by Sondheim during the 9:30 a.m. Sunday worship service at the church, 1090 Berntzen Road. For information, call 688-9271. New Life Center - Duane Parrish will speak about finding the courage to face life and deal with doubts, fear, conflicts and obstacles during the 10:30 a.m. Sunday worship service at the church, 2080 19th St., Springfield. He will tell how "with God, you are destined des·tine tr.v. des·tined, des·tin·ing, des·tines 1. To determine beforehand; preordain: a foolish scheme destined to fail; a film destined to become a classic. 2. to overcome." For information, call 746-1291. Spiritual Growth Center - The annual full moon meditation will begin at 7 p.m. Sunday at Richardson Park, Fern Ridge Reservoir Fern Ridge Reservoir is a reservoir on the Long Tom River in the U.S. state of Oregon. The reservoir is located approximately 12 miles (19 km) west of Eugene on Oregon Route 126. Fern Ridge Reservoir is a U.S. . The event will include drumming, dancing and meditation as the full moon rises over the reservoir. Participants should bring musical instruments, lawn chairs and snacks to share. For information, call 485-0035. Cascade Presbyterian Church - "The King is Coming!" is the theme of the church's vacation Bible school Origins Vacation Bible School (VBS) is the term for a special type of religious education which caters toward children, usually during the summer. The origins of Vacation Bible School can be traced back to Hopedale, Illinois in 1894. D.T. , to be held from 9 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday at the church, 3340 Willamette St. The program will include Bible stories, crafts, games, snacks and songs. Admission is free. For information, or to register, call 343-5538. Eugene Zendo - A free introduction to zazen zazen Sitting meditation as practiced in Zen Buddhism. The disciple sits in a quiet room, breathing rhythmically and easily, with legs fully or half crossed, spine and head erect, hands folded one palm above the other, and eyes open. (Zen meditation) will be offered at 7 p.m. Monday at 2190 Garfield St. For information, call 302-4576. Springfield Baha'i - "The Purpose of Life in the Family and Society" will be the topic for Wings of Words, a monthly, interfaith devotional to be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Springfield City Hall, 225 Fifth St., Springfield. Selected readings from the world's sacred Scriptures and open prayer will be followed by group discussion. Refreshments will be served. For information, call 746-7810. Church of Christ - A summer lecture series, "Conversion to Jesus Christ," will continue at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the church, 1005 Coburg Road. The topic will be "Conversion of an Ethiopian Official," led by Jack Hafer of Salem. The series will continue through Aug. 27. For information, call 344-7752. St. Paul Center United Methodist Church - A free workshop to explain assistance provided by Senior and Disabled Services will be offered from noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at the church, 332 N. 58th St., Springfield. Outreach worker Anna Marie Koski and Jan Silva of the Caregiver Support Program will give an overview of Senior and Disabled Services, outreach services and the Caregiver Support Program. Information will be provided on referrals, protective services, Medicaid and financial services, transportation, home and community long term care, senior meals, case management, energy assistance, food baskets, loaned medical equipment, assistance with yard work, free respite care Respite Care Short-term or temporary care of a few hours or weeks of the sick or disabled to provide relief, or respite, to the regular caregiver, usually a family member. Notes: for primary caregivers, information and assistance for caregivers and training for caregivers. There will be a question and answer period at the end of the workshop. For information, call 726-6392. Testimonies Christian Bookstore & Espresso - The Norkenzie Christian Church worship team will play contemporary worship music at 6 p.m. July 19 at the bookstore, 125-B Silver Lane. For information, call 461-1973. Deadlines Roundup items must be submitted in writing by noon Wednesday for publication the following Saturday. 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