Category: Sangha News

Thursday, 6/15, Chris will give a talk after the 7:00 pm meditation on an approach to well-being described by two researchers who have done pioneering research on the impact of meditation. They describe several qualities that contribute to well-being and talk about how those qualities can be developed through practice. The following Thursday, 6/22, we’ll discuss our… Continue reading Sangha News 6/12/23

**Due to scheduling conflicts, the Saturday in-person meeting on 6/3 will be held at Stellar You Wellness Center (750 Swift Blvd., Suite #17)** On Thursday, 6/1, Chris will give a talk after the 7:00 pm meditation on natural awareness, an approach to meditation where attention is placed on the capacity of the mind and heart… Continue reading Sangha News 5/29/23

On Thursday, 5/4, Chris will give a talk on equanimity, the last of the factors of awakening, after the 7:30 pm meditation. The following Thursday, 5/11, there will be a discussion of equanimity and the differences we’ve found between equanimity and not caring. Chapter IX in Bhikkhu Analayo’s book, “Satipatthana Meditation: A Practice Guide” would be a… Continue reading Sangha News 5/1/23

The Insight Meditation group has supported Buddhist meditation groups at the state prison in Connell, WA since 2003. Those visits were on hold during the height of the pandemic but resumed last year. Currently we have one volunteer visiting the medium-security prison on Monday afternoons and we are seeking additional volunteers to support that effort, especially when… Continue reading Volunteers at Coyote Ridge Corrections Center

Thursday evening, 4/20, Chris will give a talk after the 7:30 pm meditation that will look at concentration as a factor of awakening. The following week, 4/27, we’ll have a discussion of the ways in which concentration and focus can be helpful in meditation and daily life. Chapter IX in Bhikkhu Analayo’s book, “Satipatthana Meditation: Practice Guide”… Continue reading Sangha News 4/17/23

This Thursday, 4/6, Chris will give a talk after the 7:30 pm meditation on tranquility as a factor of awakening, and the role that meditation can play in calming the body and mind. The following Thursday, 4/13, there will be a discussion of calm and tranquility in our practice and in our daily lives. Chapter IX… Continue reading Sangha News 4/3/23

**On Saturday, (3/25) the 8:00 a.m. meeting will be held in the multipurpose room at All Saints, on the lower level near the Parish Hall. ** Thursday evening, 3/23/2023, Chris will give a talk on joy and contentment as a factor of awakening after the 7:30 pm meditation. The following Thursday, 3/30, there will be… Continue reading Sangha News 3/20/23

Thursday, 3/9, there will be a discussion of energy and effort after the 7:30 pm meditation. The following Thursday, 3/16, Heidi will host the 7:30 pm meditation and an open discussion. Chris will return the following Thursday, 3/23, and give a talk on joy and contentment as a factor of awakening. Chapter IX in Bhikkhu Analayo’s book, “Satipatthana… Continue reading Sangha News: 3/6/23

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