Lama Ngakpa Dorje

Staff

Lama Dorje (Jim Kramer) has been honored to be ordained by Domo Geshe Rinpoche for over 15 years, earning respect and admiration within his community for his nurturing spirit and generosity. As a Loving Kindness facilitator, Jim is known for bringing warmth and wisdom to the practice of Loving Kindness Meditation. His contributions to the Lotus Lake Buddhist Center are a testament to his dedication to preserving dharma teachings and fostering spiritual growth.

Jim’s compassionate leadership is guided by the “Five S’s of Leadership”—students/school, service, senior citizens, staff, and student council. His deep commitment to guiding young leaders is rooted in his meditation practice, which has focused on Compassion and Loving-Kindness for over a decade, inspiring those around him.