OUR SACRED INNER LIFE: A series with Michael Ciborksi and Fern Dorresteyn of MorningSun Mindfulness Center
Hosted by Heart of the Valley Mindfulness Practice Center. All sessions at St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, 262 Main St., Norwich VT 6:00 - 8:00pm The last in the series of 4: Thursday, February 21: Experiencing the Sacred in Daily Life When we truly return to ourselves, and calm the grasping that feels it never has enough, we come to a place of contentment, inner quiet and knowing about ourselves and our lives. We discover the experience that we already have enough, and we can turn the ordinary moments of our day into sacred moments. No registration or fee. Donations appreciated. For further information, 603-277-9318 |
Dharma Discussion and Reading "The Heart of the Buddha’s Teaching, Transforming Suffering into Peace, Joy and Liberation"
2nd Sunday each month Nov 11, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10, Mar 10th Camden, Maine True Heart Sangha Contact: Peggy Smith psmith@tidewater.net or Rob Wall robwall2015@gmail.com |
MINDFUL SELF-COMPASSION - 8 week course
Thursday evenings, 6:00 - 8:30pm February 7 (Orientation), February 14 & 28, March 7, 14, 21, & 28, April 4 & 11 Includes a retreat on Saturday March 30, 9:00am - 1:00pm First Unitarian Church of Providence, 1 Benevolent St, Providence, RI Learn the science and components of self-compassion. Practice self-compassion to live in accord with your values. Gain tools to manage difficult emotions with greater ease. Build emotional strength to manage stress and caregiver fatigue. Motivate yourself with kindness rather than criticism. All are welcome and no prior meditation experience needed. Space is limited and please consider your ability to attend the entire series. Visit www.goslowly.com to complete registration or contact Jorge at dr.armesto@gmail.com This series is offered freely with Dana gratefully received. |
DAY OF MINDFULNESS
Saturday, March 2 10:30am - 4;00pm Rose Apple Society, South Woodstock, VT Join for this peaceful Day of Mindfulness in the nourishing and majestic environment of Rose Apple, located overlooking the spacious hills and mountains of VT. Our day with be spent in Noble Silence with sitting and walking meditation, mindful eating, Dharma Talk and questions and answers by the resident monastics. Space in limited. Contact Shanti Douglas at shanti@8limbsholistichealth.com or 603.228.9007 |
FILM "WALK WITH ME"
Thursday March 21, 6:00 - 8:00pm Unitarian Universalist Community Church, 69 Winthrop St, Augusta, ME Sponsored by Peaceful Heart Sangha Walk With Me is a documentary film about monks, nuns, and students of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh and the Plum Village community. We will begin with a guided meditation and end with an optional session of Q&A. All are welcome. $5 suggested donation if you are able. Contact: www.peacefulheartsangha.blogspot.com |