Chris Morel (in Paris), Halifax, NS

Chris Morel is a long-time Shambhala practitioner, originally from NYC, and now residing in Halifax, Nova Scotia with his wife, Mary Campbell.

Chris became interested in computers and technology while working in the Vajradhatu Finance Office in the early 1980′s. Following this, he received a Master’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Colorado in Boulder and has worked in a variety of technical positions.

In the Shambhala realm, he has participated in various campaigns with the Dorje Kasung, is an active Kusung, and recently worked on the new Halifax Shambhala Centre web site. Other interests include biking, squash, and music (Gagaku, Jazz, and music improv).

As a moderator for Shambhala Online, Chris appreciates the opportunity of helping those in all areas of the globe to connect with Shambhala teachings on meditation.

Debbie McGee, St. John’s NF

Debbie McGee lives in St. John’s, Newfoundland with two young cats, two
old dogs, and a middle-aged husband. She also has two grown sons. Debbie
attended Vajrayana Seminary in 2010, and is intent on completing ngondro
this year, with the aspiration of Rigden Abhisheka in 2012. Debbie works
as a video producer in the Distance Education unit at Memorial
University of Newfoundland, and offered to volunteer with Shambhala
Online out of a deep admiration for Heather Scott’s grace under pressure
on Shambhala Day.

Jean Plough, Philadelphia, PA

Jean teaches doctoral dissertation courses for University of Phoenix Online. She previously taught computer K-8 in the Philadelphia Public Schools, where she was a Technology Teacher Leader. Besides meditation, Jean’s hobbies are art (abstract painting), and hiking. Jean has practiced shamatha mediation since 1974, and is Desung for Philadelphia Shambhala Center.

Of her online experience, Jean says “I like being an online moderator because it’s a chance to connect with people from all over. It’s an opportunity to learn more about the dharma without leaving home. There ‘s a special energy about the Shambhala Online programs that’s hard to define. You’re sharing a space with others, getting a window into their world. I like to see people I know online, as well as meet new.”

Marion Buckley, Birmingham, AL

Having established a connection with Shambhala about ten years ago, Marion Buckley’s meditation practice includes preparing for Rigden abisheka this year, and her governance practice is as Director of the Birmingham Shambhala Center. She responded to the call for moderators for Shambhala Online programs as a way to contribute to the greater mandala (with the added benefit of “meeting” a variety of wonderful teachers and participants from all over!). Socially, she retired from her “day job” in 2010, is married and has three cats who occasionally show up online.

If you are interested in knowing more about the opportunities to volunteer with Shambhala Online, please email barbara@shambhalaonline.org