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Thursday, 2/23, after the 7:30 pm meditation there will be a discussion of investigation and inquiry in meditation practice and daily life. The following Thursday, 3/2, Chris will give a talk on energy as a factor of awakening, including its aspects of courage and perseverance. Chapter IX in Bhikkhu Analayo’s book, “Satipatthana Meditation: A Practice Guide” would… Continue reading Sangha News 2/20/23

Thursday, 2/9, we’ll have a discussion of the factors of awakening and mindfulness after the 7:30 pm meditation. The following week, 2/16, Chris will give a talk on investigation or inquiry, one of the factors of awakening that involves exploring our hearts and minds with an affectionate curiosity. Chapter IX in Bhikkhu Analayo’s book, “Satipatthana Meditation: A… Continue reading Sangha News 2/6/23

This Thursday, 1/26/2023, after the 7:30 pm meditation there will be a discussion about the hindrance of doubt and the way that it can impact our meditation practice and our lives. We’ll then be moving on to a new set of topics. The following Thursday, 2/2, Chris will give a talk on the last set… Continue reading Sangha News 1/23/22

Thursday, 1/12, there will be a discussion of restlessness and worry after the 7:30 pm meditation. The following week, Thursday, 1/19, Chris will give a talk on doubt, the last of the hindrances, and often one of the most difficult to respond to. Chapter VIII in Bhikkhu Analayo’s book, “Satipatthana Meditation: A Practice Guide” would be a… Continue reading Sangha News 1/9/22

Thursday, December 29, we’ll have a shortened program, with the normal half-hour meditation at 7:30 and time for a brief exchange of greetings and sharing. The following Thursday, January 5, 2023, we’ll return to our normal program. After the 7:30 pm meditation, Chris will give a talk on the hindrance of restlessness and worry. In some ways, this… Continue reading Sangha News 12/26/22

Thursday, December 15, Chris will give a talk after the 7:30 pm meditation on the hindrance of sleepiness and mental sluggishness in meditation and in life. The talk will include some discussion of the causes of lethargy and suggestions for working with it, especially in meditation. The following Thursday, 12/22, there will be a discussion of the… Continue reading Sangha News 12/12/22

On Thursday, 12/1, Chris will give a talk on the hindrance of anger and aversion after the 7:30 pm meditation. Aversion can impact our meditation as well as our daily life. The following Thursday, 12/8, there will be a discussion of anger and aversion and the ways in which people relate to it. Chapter VIII in Bhikkhu Analayo’s… Continue reading Sangha News 11/28/22

The current series of Thursday night talks are exploring topics related to meditation in more detail, starting with the approaches recommended for developing mindfulness. The talks for the next couple of months will be based on the Satipatthana Sutta, the Buddha’s discourse on the foundations of mindfulness. In that discourse the Buddha gave a clear description… Continue reading Sangha News 11/14/22

Please note the upcoming changes to the in-person meetings:  The Saturday morning in-person meditation is cancelled on 11/12/22.  It will resume the following week on 11/19/22 and will transition to meeting indoors at that time. The Wednesday morning in-person meditation will take place in the sanctuary on 11/2 and 11/9. Access the sanctuary through the front doors of… Continue reading Sangha News 10/31/22

The current series of Thursday night talks are exploring topics related to meditation in more detail, starting with the approaches recommended for developing mindfulness. The talks for the next couple of months will be based on the Satipatthana Sutta, the Buddha’s discourse on the foundations of mindfulness. In that discourse the Buddha gave a clear description… Continue reading Sangha News 10/17/22