- With Ted Jones

Introduction to Insight Meditation Drop-In Class - With Ted Jones

Tue 07/24/18 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

This class will include instruction, walking and sitting meditation, and time for discussion.  It is appropriate for those with little or no experience.  More experienced meditators are welcome as well to enjoy the group support and gentle guidance that will be provided.   This is a free offering and no registration is required.  Donations are happily accepted. 

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Practice Oriented Book Group (3 week series)

Tue 07/24/18 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

This three-session group will focus on the application of mindfulness practice to the challenges of daily life. Between each gathering we will read a section of the book A Monastery Within, Tales From The Buddhist Path by Gil Fronsdal which is a collection of thoughtful and delightful stories that offer reflections on the Buddhist path to awakening the kindness, clarity, and wisdom that lie within each of us.  

This group will meet every other Tuesday for three sessions. Pre-registration is required for the entire series before the first session. Meeting dates: 7/24, 8/7 and 8/21.  Facilitated by senior sangha member Barbara Dowd.

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 Students will need access to a copy of the book A Monastary Within, Tales From The Buddhist Path by Gil Fronsdal and will be expected to complete the readings in between group gatherings.

For the first session, the assignment is to read the first chapter, Kindness (pages 3-31).  Please select a short passage to read to the group and share how the passage relates to your meditation practice. 

PRE-REQUISITE: At least one year of Insight Meditation practice or with permission of the instructor.

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- With Chris Crotty

Concentration, Insight, Freedom - With Chris Crotty

Sat 07/28/18 - 9:30am to 1:00pm

The Buddha’s meditation instructions emphasize concentration as a foundation for the development of insight. First, we learn to focus our attention and stabilize the mind. As the mind becomes tranquil and calm we turn our attention toward investigating the mind’s true nature. Seeing more clearly we are able to renounce reactivity and open to the freedom of the present moment where we learn to appreciate our life just as it is.  

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- With Jim Austin

Mindfulness Yoga & Insight Meditation - With Jim Austin

Sat 08/04/18 - 9:30am to 1:00pm

How can a yoga asana practice be used to support our mindfulness meditation practice?  Can we bring the qualities of mindfulness and openness developed in sitting meditation practice onto the yoga mat thereby creating continuity between our practice on the mat and our practice on the cushion?  We’ll explore these questions and others during this half-day workshop. The workshop will include short periods of sitting meditation, yoga, and discussion.  This workshop is suitable for all levels of experience and beginners are welcome. 

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