Meditation Sterling

01/26/2026

01/26/2026

A Message to the Sangha

Dear Sangha Friends,

We write to share an important update with openness and care.

Katsel Meditation Sterling will pause all in-person activities at our headquarters for the remainder of 2026. This decision was made thoughtfully and with the long-term benefit of the sangha and the teachings in mind.

During this time, several board members will be entering periods of retreat, travel, and focused Dharma practice. This includes time dedicated to study, contemplation, sadhana recitation, and meditation, allowing the teachings to be fully integrated through lived experience. We trust this period of practice will strengthen our ability to serve beings with humility, clarity, and sincerity in the future.

Online teachings with Venerable Lama Konchok Sonam will continue throughout 2026 and remain available through our website. We warmly encourage everyone to remain connected through these offerings.

We also encourage the sangha to use this time to deepen personal practice at home. Please download the prayer books, set aside time for daily meditation, continue studying and practicing the Buddha-Dharma, and attend the online teachings with sincerity and consistency.

For those wishing to continue in-person practice during this period, we encourage attending teachings at the following Drikung Kagyu lineage–affiliated centers:

Drikung Meditation Center
https://www.drikungboston.org/

Three Rivers Tibetan Cultural Center
https://www.threeriverstibetancc.org/

Tibetan Meditation Center
https://www.drikungtmc.com/

Drikung Dharma Surya Center
https://drikungdharmasurya.org/

The Dharma is not confined to a single place. Wherever sincere practice arises, the blessings of the lineage continue.

May this period support stability, insight, and compassion for all beings.

May all beings benefit.

With gratitude and loving-kindness,
Katsel Meditation Sterling

Drikung Dharma Surya Center (DDSC) is located in the heart of Fairfax County in Northern Virginia, a 30 minute drive west of Washington D.C., the US National Capital.

12/23/2025

Katsel Meditation Sterling is closed for in-person Tuesday gatherings during our annual holiday and early winter break.

Our return will be guided by weather and seasonal conditions. Reopening details will be shared on our website and through digital communications in early 2026.

Online Zoom teachings led by Drikung Kagyu lineage Masters will remain available and continue during this time.

May this season gently support bodhicitta through meditation, study, and contemplation for the benefit of all sentient beings.

Wishing everyone a peaceful holiday season and New Year.

www.meditationsterling.com

12/01/2025

Katsel Meditation Sterling welcomes everyone to our Buddhist Meditation classes every Tuesday at 7pm.
Our Temple Residence is open from 6pm–9pm for mindful socializing, meditation practice, tea, and community.

On December 2nd, 2025, the first Tuesday of the month, we will host a Vegetarian Potluck from 8–9pm after our 7pm class.
If it’s within your means, you are welcome to bring a dish to share.

We look forward to seeing everyone.

May all beings benefit.

Katsel Meditation Sterling
📍 77 Newport Ct, Sterling, Virginia 20164
🌐 www.meditationsterling.com

Katsel Meditation Sterling is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) Tibetan Buddhist Drikung Kagyu Temple.
All donations are tax-deductible. The suggested donation is $10 per class.
No one is ever turned away due to lack of funds. Your study, practice, contemplation, meditation, peace and attendance are the ultimate offerings.

11/28/2025

Save the date! Winter Retreat 2025 starts 12/27.

Registration is required. Please see the poster for details.