# Event Details - **Event Name**: KTC Christmas Morning Chenrezig and Potluck Brunch - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 25 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 am – Thu, 25 Dec, 2025 at 01:00 pm - **Event Description**: Christmas morning Chenrezig chant to bring light and goodness into our hearts on a day that is sacred to our Christian brothers & sistersAbout this EventIn-Person and Online!It’s back! After a short hiatus and continuing a KTC tradition, we will meet at 10 AM Christmas morning in-person and online for a Chenrezig chant led by Lama Kathy Wesley, to bring light and goodness into our homes & hearts on a day that is sacred to our Christian brothers and sisters.Chenrezig is the bodhisattva of compassion, who made the radical vow to remain in Samsara (cyclic existence) until all beings have been liberated.After the one-hour chant, feel welcome to stay for a light potluck brunch and conversation in the community room. This portion of the event will be in-person only.If you’re staying for the potluck, please bring a vegetarian brunch-appropriate dish to share - no specific signup for this potluck, here are some ideas -Fruit, veggie, or cheese platterSalad (green salad, pasta or grain salad, etc.)Egg-based dish (quiche, frittata, etc.)Breads & spreadsSweet treats or light dessertDonuts or pastriesAs a reminder, KTC is always vegetarian and alcohol-free. As potlucks return to KTC events (perhaps more regularly), please ensure dishes contain no meat, poultry, fish, seafood, or alcohol. Vegan dishes aren’t required but are appreciated by some sangha members.We look forward to celebrating with everyone who can join us in-person or online!There are no prerequisites, anyone may attend.Prayers can be downloaded from our “Dharma Downloads” pagehttps://www.columbusktc.org/dharma-downloads/Tashi Prayer:https://www.columbusktc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/8-Auspicious-Tashi-prayer-1.pdfChenrezig sadhana text:https://columbusktc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/KTD-chenrezik-amitabha.pdfSakya Nedrol Prayer:https://columbusktc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/sakya-nedrol-bookletclean.pdfLama Rinpochema Prayer:https://columbusktc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Lama-Rinpochema.Both-translations.pdfABOUT TICKETS: Attendance is by donation. You can donate any amount you wish - even as little as $1. It is all appreciated!Online participants must have an internet connection, email capability, and download the Zoom application in order to attend online. Zoom software is available here: https://zoom.usIF YOU DO NOT HAVE financial means, or have difficulty registering online, please write assistant@columbusktc.org and we will register you at no cost. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/columbus/ktc-christmas-morning-chenrezig-and-potluck-brunch/100001977300697614 - **Event Categories**: food-drinks, potluck, brunch, christmas, nonprofit - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Columbus - **state**: OH - **country**: United States - **location**: Columbus KTC Buddhist Center - **lat**: 39.9552851 - **long**: -83.01710179999999 - **full address**: Columbus KTC Buddhist Center, 645 West Rich Street, Columbus, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: KTC Christmas Morning Chenrezig and Potluck Brunch - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/00594d41da6b051ba48ba98bbdebda2d2227d4fa26cd20bac8123e909b5a39da-rimg-w1200-h800-dc002740-gmir.jpg?v=1765654448 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is KTC Christmas Morning Chenrezig and Potluck Brunch being held? - **A:** KTC Christmas Morning Chenrezig and Potluck Brunch takes place on Thu, 25 Dec, 2025 at 10:00 am to Thu, 25 Dec, 2025 at 01:00 pm at Columbus KTC Buddhist Center, 645 West Rich Street, Columbus, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing KTC Christmas Morning Chenrezig and Potluck Brunch? - **A:** KTC Christmas Morning Chenrezig and Potluck Brunch is organized by Columbus Karma Thegsum Chöling. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** KTC Christmas Morning Chenrezig and Potluck Brunch is ideal for foodies, craft beverage enthusiasts, and festival fans looking for the best local flavors and experiences. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Columbus, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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