Membership

Mahamudra KMC Teachers

Kadam Gerry Donovan

Resident Teacher of Mahamudra Kadampa Meditation Center

Kadam Gerry has been practicing under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche since 2006. He has studied for many years in the Foundation and Teacher Training Programs and completed the six month intensive teacher training program at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre in England. Kadam Gerry has served as Admin Director and taught for many years in New Bedford, MA and Providence, RI.

He has personally felt the great benefit of dharma practice in his own life and gives accessible teachings in a lighthearted way.

Kadam Gerry teaches Sunday Morning, Tuesday Evening, Wednesday Mid-Day, Saturday mini-retreats as well as our more in-depth study classes; Foundation Program and Teacher Training Program. He also guides FP and TTP Retreats and Special Events throughout the year.

Crista Riccio

Crista met Kadampa Buddhism in 2015 through our Kids and Families class. She's a dedicated student in our Teacher Training Program and now teaches the Kids and Families class every Sunday morning.

Nick Ploplys

Nick has been practicing for many years and studies on the Teacher Training Program. His teachings are clear and lighthearted, coming from a sincere wish for everyone to enjoy the benefits of meditation and Buddha’s timeless wisdom.

Sheana Johnson

Sheana met Kadampa Buddhism in 2022 and has been a dedicated practitioner since. She studies in our Teaching Training Program and presents Buddha's timeless wisdom in a wonderfully clear manner.

Michael Regan

Michael is our Education Program Coordinator. He met Kadampa Buddhism in 2010 and studies in our Teacher Training Program. He has huge enthusiasm for the benefits of Buddha's timeless wisdom and inspires others with his positive energy.

Lola Cumiford

Lola has been studying Kadampa Buddhism for more than for 15 years. She shares Buddha’s wisdom with a gentle, loving heart and complete sincerity. Lola also volunteers as our treasurer and a class assistant.

John Williams

John met Kadampa Buddhism in 2007 and studies on the Teacher Training  Program. He has  a practical way of engaging with students that’s easy to understand and apply to everyday life.

 

Keith Holmes

Keith has been studying and practicing Kadampa Buddhism since 2005, and is part of our Teacher Training Program. He is an experienced teacher and is skilled in inspiring others in their practice.

 

 

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