Monday Open Practice Period

Mon 04/22/19 - 10:00am to 1:00pm

This is an opportunity for experienced students to come and meditate with others in a relaxed and open way.  There are no teachers giving instructions and no bells are rung. A senior sangha member will be there to open and close the building. Participants are encouraged to do sitting meditation and/or walking meditation in an unstructured setting.  We request that this period be devoted to only meditation and ask that you not read or write during this time. There is no registration and no fee; Donations are always welcome.  Not suggested for new meditators.

Monday Evening Silent Meditation

Mon 04/22/19 - 7:00pm to 7:45pm

This drop-in sitting meditation is offered in the simplicity of silence without instruction. An ending bell will be rung by a practice leader. No registration.  No fee; donations are always welcome.  Not suggested for new meditators.

Tuesday Morning Silent Meditation

Tue 04/23/19 - 7:45am to 8:30am

This drop-in sitting meditation is offered in the simplicity of silence without instruction. An ending bell will be rung by a practice leader. No registration.  No fee; donations are always welcome.  Not suggested for new meditators.

Mindful Mamas Book Group (5 weeks - 4/2-4/30)

Tue 04/23/19 - 10:00am to 11:15am

The Mindful Mamas Book Group will focus on peer support and discussing personal experience of mindfulness in the daily joys and challenges of nurturing children. Between each gathering we will read a section of the book by Sharon Salzberg, Real Happiness The Power of Meditation: A 28 Day Program. Each meeting will begin with a children's activity followed by book discussion. .

Those attending will want access to a copy of the book by Sharon Salzberg, Real Happiness The Power of Meditation: A 28 Day Program and will be encouraged to read a chapter in between group gatherings.

Facilitated by mother of three and sangha member Laurel Charette

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Those planning to attend must register.  Please send an email to the Director, Debra Sullivan, at mediate@imcnewburypot.com with your name and your children's names who will be attending.  

There is a $10 suggested donation per group meeting.  You may use the button below if you wish to donate online.  You may also donate at the group's meeting.

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Beginners Practice Group: Level II (5 week class - registration closed) - With Ted Jones

Tue 04/23/19 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

This group is specifically designed for students who have completed at least one Introductory class series or Beginner's Sat. retreat. The group will bridge the shorter sitting periods of an Introductory offering and the longer sitting periods of the other offerings at the Center.  Over the five-session class the length of the sitting meditation periods will gradually be increased from 20 minutes per session at the first session to 45 minutes by the final session.  In addition to preparing students to be able to take a wider range of offerings at IMCN, the class will focus on supporting independent home practice. Each class session will include both sitting and walking mediation, as well as ample time for questions and discussion.

This five week class runs from 4/2-4/30.  

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Wednesday Open Practice Period

Wed 04/24/19 - 10:00am to 12:30pm

The Open Practice Period is available for experienced students who need no instruction.  IMCN is open to use for silent sitting and walking meditation practice and use of library.  You may arrive and leave at any time.  Total silence is kept in the building and on the grounds during this period.  No bells will be rung.  No fee; donations are always welcome.  This is not suitable for beginners.

Thursday Morning Silent Meditation

Thu 04/25/19 - 7:45am to 8:30am

This drop-in sitting meditation is offered in the simplicity of silence without instruction. An ending bell will be rung by a practice leader. No registration.  No fee; donations are always welcome.  Not suggested for new meditators.

Thursday Morning Retreat - With Matthew Daniell

Thu 04/25/19 - 9:30am to 12:30pm

Thursday Half Day Retreats are designed to be flexible to personal schedules while offering the opportunity to deepen practice through periods of silent sitting and walking meditation. You may come for part, or all of this retreat.  While at the center, please adhere closely to the schedule and maintain silence.  Click here for retreat schedule.

Teacher Matthew Daniell leads the retreat and there will be minimal instruction offered as needed.  He will provide time for an optional teacher interview with each participant.  A bell will be rung to signal the rotation between silent sitting and walking meditation.  Cost: $25/nonmembers and $20/members  (Can be paid at the door with cash or check only.)

These practice periods are not suitable for complete beginners: An introductory meditation class or equivalent experience is strongly recommended before attending. Attendance is on a drop-in basis; no pre-registration is required.

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You can pre-register for this retreat on-line or pay at the door.  Pre-registration is not required.

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Introduction to Insight Meditation (5 week class - registration closed) - With Ted Jones

Thu 04/25/19 - 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Insight meditation is a time tested method of mind training that enables us to change our relationship to each moment’s experience, and thus our lives. In this five week series we will systematically explore how to calm and steady the mind and see with more clarity into our lives.  As we strengthen this capacity we begin to move from suffering and reactivity to responsiveness, freshness and ease.  We learn to touch and live in the mindful moment.  Although this series is designed for beginners, all are welcome and students may choose to repeat this series as new material will be introduced each time.

This class will run from March 28th - April 25.

Insight Meditation for Beginners: A Retreat for Beginning and Newer Students - With Matthew Daniell

Sat 04/27/19 - 10:00am to 12:30pm

Insight meditation is a time-tested method of mind training that enables us to change our relationship to each moment’s experience, and thus our lives. In this retreat, specially designed for beginners and those with limited meditation experience, we will systematically explore (through sitting and walking meditation periods, teachings, and discussion) how to calm and steady the mind and see more clearly.  As we strengthen this capacity we begin to move from suffering and reactivity to responsiveness, freshness and ease. We learn how to touch and live in the mindful moment.

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Interspiritual Dialogue: Meditation in the Insight and Jewish Traditions - With Ted Jones and Joel Grossman

Sun 04/28/19 - 9:30am to 1:00pm

This workshop will explore some of the similarities and differences between the Buddhist practice of Insight Meditation and a variety of Jewish meditation practices. The unifying theme will be the emphasis in both traditions on receptivity and interior silence, along with love and kindness. The goal will be to demonstrate how these two traditions can be approached as complementary, affording a deepening spiritual journey when practiced together. The workshop will include instruction as well as periods of silent meditation and contemplation in each tradition. There will be ample time reserved for questions and discussion.

Ted Jones has been practicing Insight Meditation for over forty years, and he has been a meditation instructor at IMCN since 2011. Formerly he had a professional career as a psychotherapist and mental health administrator.

Joel Grossman has been a hospice chaplain for 14 years and is presently Director of Spiritual Services with Constellation Hospice, Newburyport. He has had a private practice as a spiritually based psychotherapist since the late '70s. Joel is a past president of Congregation Ahavas Achim, Newburyport, where he leads a monthly meditation group, and has led meetings about Kabbalah. Joel is a trained Spiritual Director for individuals and groups, and he is a faculty member of the Chaplaincy Institute of Maine, an Interfaith seminary.

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