Piedmont Karma Thegsum Choling (KTC) is a Tibetan Buddhist Meditation Center under the direction of the Venerable Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche of Karma Triyana Dharmachakra, the North American Seat of His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, pictured above with the Dalai Lama. The purpose of the Center is to provide a place for the hearing, contemplation and practice of the teachings of the Buddha.

Hi Everyone,

The folks at the Rialto/Colony Theaters have requested that Namkhai Norbu
Rinpoche's documentary film My Reincarnation (http://myreincarnationfilm.com/)
be screened in the Raleigh area, and it sounds like there is a possibility that
this may happen. The makers said it will be helpful if people show interest, and
have set up an Eventful site here
(http://eventful.com/performers/my-reincarnation-/P0-001-001163098-5) for this
purpose.

From the "My Reincarnation" Web site:

MY REINCARNATION is an epic father-son drama, spanning two decades and three
generations, about spirituality, cultural survival, identity, inheritance,
family, growing old, growing up, faith, meditation, religion, magic, dreaming,
Buddhism, Dzogchen � and past and future lives. The film follows the renowned
reincarnate Tibetan spiritual master, Ch�gyal Namkhai Norbu, as he struggles to
save his spiritual tradition, and his Italian born son, Yeshi, who stubbornly
refuses to follow in his father's footsteps...

VOTE NOW!

Thanks!

Barb Baranski
Kadampa Center for the Practice of Tibetan Buddhism

#456

From: "patriciaphelan" <PPhelan@...>
Date: Tue Jan 10, 2012 5:29 pm
Subject: Buddhist Classes

Study Group

The Study Group meets on Thursday evenings from 6:45�8:00, following zazen at 6:00 p.m., at the Chapel Hill Zen Center, and it will resume meeting on January 12. We will study the newly published book, Dogen's Genjo Koan: Three Commentaries. Dogen Zenji was the founder of Soto Zen in Japan, and his teachings and practice have informed our tradition since his time. The book includes commentaries on the text the "Genjokoan" by Nishiari Bokusan, Shunryu Suzuki, and Kosho Uchiyama. Nishiari Bokusan was a monk and the most prominent Dogen scholar of the 19th century; and Suzuki Roshi, Sawaki Roshi and Katagiri Roshi all studied with disciples of Bokusan Roshi. Copies of Dogen's Genjo Koan are available for purchase at the zendo. Everyone is welcome and there is no charge.

Beginning Zen Practice -
A Class with David Guy

The class will meet for six weeks on Monday nights, 7:30 to 9:00, January 23, through February 27, at the Chapel Hill Zen Center. The first night will begin with meditation instruction and a short period of sitting. Each week we will continue to meditate at the beginning of class, gradually increasing the time. Students will have a chance to ask questions about their meditation practice, and other aspects of Zen practice will be presented, including how to bring the practice of awareness into daily life, walking meditation and sutra chanting. But the focus will be on Zen meditation and the students' actual practice as it unfolds, and the content of the class will emerge from students' questions and concerns.

The fee is $60, payable the first night, and will be contributed to the Zen Center. Partial scholarships are available. For more information, or to sign up, please contact David Guy at (919) 286-4952 or davidguy@...

David Guy has been practicing meditation since 1991, and regularly gives meditation instruction at the Chapel Hill Zen Center. He has co-authored two books with Larry Rosenberg of the Cambridge Insight Meditation Center � Breath by Breath: The Liberating Practice of Insight Meditation and Living in the Light of Death: On the Art of Being Truly Alive � and has been a Contributing Editor to tricycle: The Buddhist Review. David is also the author of the novel, Jake Fades: A Novel of Impermanence.

The Chapel Hill Zen Center is located at 5322 NC Highway 86, which is 2.5 miles north of I-40 at exit #266. For more information calle 919-967-0861 or see: www.chzc.org

#457

From: "patriciaphelan" <PPhelan@...>
Date: Mon Jan 16, 2012 10:27 pm
Subject: Shakyo & Intro to Zen Practice

Sutra Copying - Shakyo

Shakyo or copying sutras is a traditional Buddhist practice and another way to embody the teaching. Often the Great Wisdom Beyond Wisdom Heart Sutra is chosen since it can be easily copied in one session. There will be several different translations of the Heart Sutra available, but it is appropriate to copy any sutra or fascicle by Dogen Zenji that you wish. Bring your choice of pens and paper, and join us on Saturday afternoon, January 21, from 1:00�3:00, at the Chapel Hill Zen Center. Everyone is welcome and there is no charge.

Beginning Zen Practice
A Class with David Guy

Stop searching for phrases and chasing after words. Take the backward step and turn the light inward. Your body-mind of itself will drop off and your original face will appear. � Dogen

The class will meet for six weeks on Monday nights, 7:30 to 9:00, January 23, through February 27, at the Chapel Hill Zen Center. The first night will begin with meditation instruction and a short period of sitting. Each week we will continue to sit at the beginning of class, gradually increasing the time. Students will have a chance to ask questions about their practice, and we will study other aspects of Zen practice, including walking meditation, protocol around the zendo, and sutra chanting service. But the focus will be on zazen, and the students' actual practice as it unfolds, and the content of the class will emerge from students' questions and concerns.

David Guy has been practicing meditation since 1991, and regularly gives sitting instruction at the Chapel Hill Zen Center. He has co-authored two books with Larry Rosenberg of the Cambridge Insight Meditation Center � Breath by Breath: The Liberating Practice of Insight Meditation and Living in the Light of Death: On the Art of Being Truly Alive � and is a Contributing Editor to tricycle: The Buddhist Review. David is also the author of the novel, Jake Fades: A Novel of Impermanence.

The Chapel Hill Zen Center is located at 5322 NC Highway 86, which is 2.5 miles north of I-40 at exit #266, between Allen & Son Bar-B-Q and Camp New Hope. For more information, call 919-967-0861 or see www.chzc.org

#458

From: "patriciaphelan" <PPhelan@...>
Date: Sat Jan 21, 2012 3:04 pm
Subject: Class on Zen Meditation & Practice

Beginning Zen Practice
A Class with David Guy

Stop searching for phrases and chasing after words. Take the backward step and turn the light inward. Your body-mind of itself will drop off and your original face will appear. � Dogen

The class will meet for six weeks on Monday nights, 7:30 to 9:00, January 23, through February 27, at the Chapel Hill Zen Center. The first night will begin with meditation instruction and a short period of sitting. Each week we will continue to sit at the beginning of class, gradually increasing the time. Students will have a chance to ask questions about their practice, and we will study other aspects of Zen practice, including walking meditation, protocol around the zendo, and sutra chanting service. But the focus will be on zazen, and the students' actual practice as it unfolds, and the content of the class will emerge from students' questions and concerns.

The Chapel Hill Zen Center is located at 5322 NC Highway 86, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, which is 2.5 miles north of I-40, at exit #266. Also, see: www.chzc.org

#459

From: "patriciaphelan" <PPhelan@...>
Date: Thu Jan 26, 2012 2:55 pm
Subject: Qi Gong Workshop

Qi Gong Workshop

Cameron Panee will lead a Qi Gong workshop on Saturday morning, February 4, from 10:00�12:30, at the Chapel Hill Zen Center. This will be a beginner's Qi Gong class covering basic movements and the first exercises from the Tai Yu Shen Gong system. Cameron has led Qi Gong at the December sesshin for several years, and this workshop will allow more verbal teaching and will be a good time to ask questions. The cost is $20. Cameron Panee is a local acupuncturist who began studying Tai Chi and Qi Gong as a child. Everyone is welcome. If you have questions or would like to sign up, please contact Josho at (919) 967-0861 or pphelan@....

The Zen Center is located at 5322 NC Highway 86, Chapel Hill, NC 27514. This is 2.5 miles north of I-40, at exit #266. www.chzc.org

#460

From: "patriciaphelan" <PPhelan@...>
Date: Tue Jan 31, 2012 4:57 pm
Subject: Qi Gong Workshop

Qi Gong Workshop

Cameron Panee will lead a Qi Gong workshop this Saturday morning, February 4, from 10:00�12:30, at the Chapel Hill Zen Center. This will be a beginner's Qi Gong class covering basic movements and the first exercises from the Tai Yu Shen Gong system. Cameron has led Qi Gong at the December sesshin for several years, and this workshop will allow more verbal teaching and will be a good time to ask questions. The cost is $20. Cameron Panee is a local acupuncturist who began studying Tai Chi and Qi Gong as a child. Everyone is welcome. If you have questions or would like to sign up, please contact Josho at (919) 967-0861 or pphelan@....

Zen Meditation Workshop

There will be a Zen meditation workshop on Saturday, February 18, from 9:30-12:00, led by Josho Sensei. In Zen meditation we practice with the interrelationship of body, breath, and mind through being present with our immediate experience. Instruction will include awareness of the breath and how to practice with the mind, with individual attention given to finding a position that works for you whether you sit on a cushion, a meditation bench or a chair, as well as how to do walking meditation. The workshop is for beginners and anyone else wanting to review zazen practice. Suggested donation is $20 ($10 for students). To register, call (919) 967-0861 or pphelan@....

The Chapel Hill Zen Center is located at 5322 NC Highway 86, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, which is 2.5 miles north of I-40, at exit #266. For more information, see: www.chzc.org

#461

From: "patriciaphelan" <PPhelan@...>
Date: Fri Feb 10, 2012 7:26 pm
Subject: Zen Meditation Workshop

Zen Meditation Workshop

There will be a Zen meditation workshop on Saturday, February 18, from 9:30-12:00, led by Josho Sensei, at the Chapel Hill Zen Center.

In Zen meditation we practice with the interrelationship of body, breath, and mind through being present with our immediate experience. Instruction will include awareness of the breath and how to practice with the mind, with individual attention given to finding a position that works for you whether you sit on a cushion, a meditation bench or a chair, as well as how to do walking meditation. The workshop is for beginners and anyone else wanting to review zazen practice. Suggested donation is $20 ($10 for students).

To register, contact (919) 967-0861 or pphelan@....

The Chapel Hill Zen Center is located at 5322 NC Highway 86, South, Chapel Hill, NC 27514, which is 2.5 miles north of I-40 at exit # 266. For more information, see: www.chzc.org.

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#462

From: "patriciaphelan" <PPhelan@...>
Date: Mon Feb 13, 2012 4:18 pm
Subject: ZEN WRITING PRACTICE

ZEN WRITING PRACTICE

AN INTERESTING AND POWERFUL BLEND OF SILENCE AND WORDS

MEETS THE FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EVERY MONTH, 7:00 PM. AT THE NORTH CAROLINA ZEN CENTER, PITTSBORO.

THIS GROUP IS OPEN TO ANYONE, REGARDLESS OF EXPERIENCE IN WRITING, MEDITATION OR ZEN. IT IS FREE. NO COMMITMENT NECESSARY, COME AS OFTEN AS YOU LIKE. PLEASE BRING PAPER AND PEN.

Here is a general description of how the group works: someone will be the “leader”. We will sit in meditation for a short time (10-15 minutes or so), then we will do “walking meditation” for another five minutes or so, and then we will sit back down and write on a given topic for a period of time announced by the leader. Then those who want to will read what they wrote (no one has to read, but it is understood that part of what is very valuable about this experience is the open sharing of what we’ve written). There is NO analysis or criticism or commenting or discussion of the reading. After all have read, the leader has us write again for another period of time, then we read again, perhaps we sit together again for a bit, and write some more, and read again.

The instruction for the writing: we start writing immediately as soon as we hear the topic �" no editing, no judging, we keep the pen moving until the leader says the time is up.

Zen Writing Practice is practice in writing, but on an even deeper level it is practice in being spontaneous, in being present, in being open to what comes. And the big bonus: it is almost unfailingly wonderful fun!

Interested? Questions? Please call or email me.

Ken Simon

919-265-9886

ken.simon@...

#463

From: "patriciaphelan" <PPhelan@...>
Date: Sat Feb 25, 2012 6:28 pm
Subject: Slides of Buddhist India and Nepal

Inmate Release Fund

An inmate at Orange Correctional Center who has been attending the Buddhist services at OCC and at the Zen Center is to be released at the end of March. Typically, people who are incarcerated in state prisons are released with $40 and few belongings. The CHZC is setting up an Inmate Release Fund for anyone who would like to make a donation, which will be given after release to help the inmate with this transiton. All donations should be cleary marked, "Inmate Release Fund," and checks should be made out to the Chapel Hill Zen Center. Donations can be mailed to the Zen Center at: P. O. Box 16302, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

Slides of Buddhist India and Nepal

Catherine Cadden and Jesse Wiens will show slides of their pilgrimage to sites of the historical Buddha in India and Nepal, on Sunday morning, March 4, at 11:00. They visited the places of Shakyumuni Buddha's birth, death, enlightenment, and significant teachings. Catherine and Jesse have practiced at the San Francisco Zen Center, Green Gulch Farm and Tassajara, and moved to this area in 2009 where they teach Nonviolent Communication. Everyone is welcome.

The Chapel Hill Zen Center is located at 5322 NC Highway 86, which is 2.5 miles north of I-40 at exit #266. Also see: www.chzc.org or call 919-9697-0861 for more information.

#464

From: "Xopher" <rasmusis@...>
Date: Sun Feb 26, 2012 2:10 pm
Subject: awake nc ~ community meditation sessions

x_thurston

At awake nc ~ buddhist meditation society gathering, we discuss meditation and
the breath. We also look at (or start) our own meditation practice. Most
importantly, we meditate!
Bring your own cushion and wear comfortable clothes.

About - Community Sitting
Come to a peer-led meditation group Mondays 7-8:30pm. After a short introduction
to mindfulness of breathing (Anapanasati), we will have a 30-minute sit followed
by discussion and conversation. This group is for beginners and experienced
meditators whom would like to practice in a communal setting. The intention of
this group is to help individuals and a community of practitioners develop and
deepen their mindfulness practice. Regardless of race, religion, social status,
sexual identity or stage of recovery everyone is welcome and equal at awake nc
~buddhist meditation society. awake nc is strictly funded by the generosity of
donors.
RSVPs are appreciated but not necessary - just show up Please spread the word to
whomever might be interested.

details:
Every Monday 7-8:30pm
Unity Church of the Triangle,
1880 Hall entrance to basement in front of church on Hargett St.
118 S. Person Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

part of the dharma punx nation -
inspired by against the stream buddhist meditation society

Meeting hatred with compassion, greed with generosity and ignorance with wisdom

- heart of the revolution.

#465

From: "patriciaphelan" <PPhelan@...>
Date: Wed Feb 29, 2012 5:40 pm
Subject: Slides of Buddhist India & Nepal

Bodhisattva Ceremony

This Sunday, March 4, the Bodhisattva Ceremony, a chanting service of renewing vows and precepts will be held at 10:30, at the Chapel Hill Zen Center, after the regular meditation at 9:00 and 9:50. The Bodhisattva Ceremony includes the Four Bodhisattva Vows, the Three Refuges, and the Ten Clear-mind Precepts. Everyone is welcome.

Slides of Buddhist India and Nepal

Catherine Cadden and Jesse Wiens will show slides of their pilgrimage to sites related to the historical Buddha in India and Nepal, on Sunday morning, March 4, at 11:15 for about an hour. They visited the places of Shakyamuni Buddha's birth, death, enlightenment, and significant teachings. Catherine and Jesse have practiced at the San Francisco Zen Center, Green Gulch Farm and Tassajara, and moved to this area in 2009 where they teach Nonviolent Communication. Everyone is welcome.

Qi Gong Workshop

Cameron Panee will lead a Qi Gong workshop on Saturday morning, March 24, from 10:00-12:30. This will be a beginner's Qi Gong class covering basic movements and the first exercises from the Tai Yu Shen Gong system. Cameron has led Qi Gong during sesshin for several years, and this workshop will allow more verbal teaching. The cost is $20. Cameron Panee is a local acupuncturist who began studying Tai Chi and Qi Gong as a young child. Everyone is welcome. If you have questions or would like to sign up, please contact Josho at (919) 967-0861 or pphelan@....

The Chapel Hill Zen Center is located at 5322 NC Highway 86, Chapel Hill, NC which is about 2.5 miles north of I-40 at exit #255. For more information see: www.chzc.org or call 919-967-0861.

#466

From: Ron Vereen <RLVereen@...>
Date: Sun Mar 4, 2012 4:52 am
Subject: Introductory Course on Mindfulness Meditaton

dharmaron

The Triangle Insight Mediation Community will be sponsoring a meditation course taught by Ron Vereen titled "Come and See for Yourself: An Introductory Course in Insight Meditation." The course will be held at the Episcopal Center at Duke, 505 Alexander Ave. in Durham, and will run for 6 weeks beginning Monday, 3/26, 7 - 8:30 PM. Attendance at the Day of Mindfulness on 4/28 from 9 AM - 4 PM is encouraged. Instruction will be offered free of charge, with donations accepted for the teacher and to cover the costs of using the facility. Although geared toward the beginner, the course is for anyone who would like to refresh their practice with guided instruction in the context of the Noble Eightfold Path. For more information or to register, call 919-383-0179 or write to ron@... after 3/18.

#467

From: "Xopher" <rasmusis@...>
Date: Sun Mar 4, 2012 2:52 pm
Subject: awake nc ~ community meditation session 3/5/12

x_thurston

At awake nc ~ buddhist meditation society gathering, we discuss meditation and
the breath. We also look at (or start) our own meditation practice. Most
importantly, we meditate!
Bring your own cushion and wear comfortable clothes.

About - Community Sitting
Come to a peer-led meditation group Mondays 7-8:30pm. After a short introduction
to mindfulness of breathing (Anapanasati), we will have a 30-minute sit followed
by discussion and conversation. This group is for beginners and experienced
meditators whom would like to practice in a communal setting. The intention of
this group is to help individuals and a community of practitioners develop and
deepen their mindfulness practice. Regardless of race, religion, social status,
sexual identity or stage of recovery everyone is welcome and equal at awake nc
~buddhist meditation society. awake nc is strictly funded by the generosity of
donors.
RSVPs are appreciated but not necessary - just show up Please spread the word to
whomever might be interested.

details:
Every Monday 7-8:30pm
Unity Church of the Triangle,
1880 Hall entrance to basement in front of church on Hargett St.
118 S. Person Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

part of the dharma punx nation -
inspired by against the stream buddhist meditation society

Meeting hatred with compassion, greed with generosity and ignorance with wisdom

- heart of the revolution.

#468

From: Wes Dain <fwdain@...>
Date: Tue Mar 6, 2012 8:25 pm
Subject: March Events at the Piedmont KTC, new course on the Mahayana

fwdain

http://www.piedmontktc.org/MahayanaIntro2012.html

Piedmont Karma Thegsum Choling

a center for the study and�practice of Tibetan Buddhism

�

New Course beginning this month:

Buddha's Great Vehicle of Compassion: Introduction to the Mahayana Tradition which is to be followed by The View of the Great Vehicle: The Mahayana's Schools of Philosophy.

March 2012�Events at Piedmont KTC

�

March 4, Sunday 10am:�Chenrezig/Amitabha Sadhana Practices.�

11:15-11:45am: Shinay Sitting Meditation.� Orientation to�Meditation Practice and Piedmont KTC�on request.

�

March 7, Wednesday 7:30-9pm
Buddha's Great Vehicle of Compassion: Introduction to the Mahayana Tradition,

We will begin with a review of the foundational truths on suffering, then consider the four thoughts that turn our minds toward learning, practicing, and applying the dharma, and finally will introduce the greater motivation of the Mahayana.

March 11, Sunday 10am: Medicine Buddha Sadhana Practices.�

11:15-11:45am: Shinay Sitting Meditation.� Orientation to�Meditation Practice and Piedmont KTC�on request.

�

March 14, Wednesday 7:30-9pm
Buddha's Great Vehicle of Compassion: Entering the Mahayana

Bodhicitta, the mind that wants to awaken, as one of our teachers describes it, has both relative and absolute aspects. We will discuss relative and absolute Bodhicitta and the Bodhisattva Vow as a means of committing ourselves to this path.

�

March 18, Sunday 10am:�Chenrezig/Amitabha Sadhana Practices.�

11:15-11:45am: Shinay Sitting Meditation.� Orientation to�Meditation Practice and Piedmont KTC�on request.

March 21, Wednesday 7:30-9pm

Buddha's Great Vehicle of Compassion: Practicing Bodhicitta

This evening will examine what it is that we actually do when we engage the practices of loving-kindness and compassion in our lives.

�

March 25, Sunday 10am:�Chenrezig/Amitabha Sadhana Practices.�

11:15-11:45am: Shinay Sitting Meditation.� Orientation to�Meditation Practice and Piedmont KTC�on request.

March 28, Wednesday 7:30-9pm

The View of the Great Vehicle: The Two Truths of the Relative and the Absolute

Our view determines how we practice. How we refine our view strongly affects the power and efficacy of our practice. We will begin our study of how our understanding of emptiness/limitlessness unfolds in progressive stages.

�

Piedmont Karma Thegsum Choling (KTC) is a Tibetan Buddhist Meditation Center under the direction of the Venerable Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche of Karma Triyana Dharmachakra, the North American Seat of His Holiness the 17th Gyalwa Karmapa, pictured above with the Dalai Lama. The purpose of the Center is to provide a place for the hearing, contemplation and practice of the teachings of the Buddha.

�

Our center is�located in Carrboro in the InterFaith Council (IFC) Building�about 1 block west of Weaver Street Market.� We have regular meditation practices Sunday with Chenrezig (Medicine Buddha on the 2^nd Sunday) practice at 10am and Shinay sitting meditation at 11:15am.�

�

Parking and Main Entrance are at the back of the building and�accessed on Weaver Street between Provence Restaurant, 203 Weaver St., and 201 Weaver St.

Please visit our website, www.piedmontktc.org, to find a map, directions, and parking tips or call 919-968-9426.

#469

From: "patriciaphelan" <PPhelan@...>
Date: Wed Mar 7, 2012 8:53 pm
Subject: Qi Gong Workshop

Qi Gong Workshop

Cameron Panee will lead a Qi Gong workshop at the Chapel Hill Zen Center on Saturday morning, March 24, from 10:00-12:30. This will be a beginner's Qi Gong class covering basic movements and the first exercises from the Tai Yu Shen Gong system. Cameron has led Qi Gong during sesshin for several years, and this workshop will allow more verbal teaching. The cost is $20. Cameron Panee is a local acupuncturist who began studying Tai Chi and Qi Gong as a young child. Everyone is welcome. If you have questions or would like to sign up, please contact Josho at (919) 967-0861 or pphelan@....

The Chapel Hill Zen Center is located at 5322 NC Highway 86, Chapel Hill, NC 27514. This is 2.5 miles north of I-40 at exit #266. See: www.chzc.org

#470

From: "Xopher" <rasmusis@...>
Date: Fri Mar 16, 2012 2:55 pm
Subject: awake nc ~ community meditation session 3/19/12

x_thurston

At awake nc ~ buddhist meditation society gathering, we discuss meditation and
the breath. We also look at (or start) our own meditation practice. Most
importantly, we meditate!
Bring your own cushion and wear comfortable clothes.

About - Community Sitting
Come to a peer-led meditation group Mondays 7-8:30pm. After a short introduction
to mindfulness of breathing (Anapanasati), we will have a 30-minute sit followed
by discussion and conversation. This group is for beginners and experienced
meditators whom would like to practice in a communal setting. The intention of
this group is to help individuals and a community of practitioners develop and
deepen their mindfulness practice. Regardless of race, religion, social status,
sexual identity or stage of recovery everyone is welcome and equal at awake nc
~buddhist meditation society. awake nc is strictly funded by the generosity of
donors.
RSVPs are appreciated but not necessary - just show up Please spread the word to
whomever might be interested.

details:
Mondays 7-8:30pm
Unity Church of the Triangle,
1880 Hall entrance to basement in front of church on Hargett St.
118 S. Person Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

part of the dharma punx nation -
inspired by against the stream buddhist meditation society

Meeting hatred with compassion, greed with generosity and ignorance with wisdom

- heart of the revolution.

#471

From: "patriciaphelan" <PPhelan@...>
Date: Fri Mar 16, 2012 7:20 pm
Subject: Qi Gong Workshop

Qi Gong Workshop

The Chapel Hill Zen Center is located at 5322 NC Highway 86, Chapel Hill, NC 27514. This is 2.5 miles north of I-40 at exit #266. See: www.chzc.org

#472

From: "newhopesangha" <jpjarvis@...>
Date: Mon Mar 19, 2012 10:05 pm
Subject: Finding Ground In Chaotic Times

newhopesangha

New Hope Sangha's Spring Meditation Retreat
Friday, April 13 through Sunday, April 15
Stone House, Mebane, NC

We live during a time when our world is quickly changing. We are witnessing the
overthrow of totalitarian regimes, advances in technology including social media
and world wide financial and economic uncertainty. This begs the question, is
there any stable ground to stand on? During this retreat we will explore how
living with uncertainty and change, in its many manifestations, can be an
effective catalyst for spiritual growth. The Buddha taught that all things in
this conditioned realm are impermanent and ever changing, but there is that
within each of us that is unborn, undying and changeless. Knowing and resting in
this ground of our being we are able to live skillfully and lovingly in our
world of great change. This retreat and the practices we will be using will help
each of us find this ground of being within ourselves. The weekend will include
instruction in Insight Meditation, silent meditation practice, dharma talks and
chanting from various spiritual traditions.

visit newhopesangha.org for more details and registration

#473

From: "patriciaphelan" <PPhelan@...>
Date: Thu Mar 22, 2012 2:42 pm
Subject: Buddha's Birthday

Qi Gong Workshop: Cameron Panee will lead a Qi Gong workshop this Saturday morning, from 10:00-12:30. The cost is $20. If you have questions or would like to sign up, please contact Josho at (919) 967-0861 or pphelan@....

Buddha's Birthday Celebration

The Chapel Hill Zen Center invites you to join us for Buddha's Birthday celebration on Sunday, April 15, following regular meditation at 9:00. At 10:30 a.m. there will be a short talk in the zendo directed toward the children. The kids will then have a procession to an outdoor altar where they will offer incense and bathe the Baby Buddha. Following the ceremony, there will be a vegetarian potluck picnic. Beverages and birthday cake will be provided. Children, families, and friends are welcome! At 9:00 a.m. the kids will decorate the pagoda or "flower house" outside during zazen. Please bring balloons, bubbles, and banners for the procession and flowers for decorating the pagoda for the Baby Buddha.

Work Morning

On Saturday, April 14, there will be a work period from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to clean the grounds and prepare for the outdoor celebration of Buddha's Birthday. You are encouraged to come to the work period, either for the whole session or for any part of it. Please bring flowers if you can, either on Saturday, or by 9:00 a.m. on Sunday.

Inmate Release Fund

An inmate at Orange Correctional Center who has been attending the Buddhist services at OCC and at the Zen Center is to be released at the end of March. Typically, people who are incarcerated in state prisons are released with $40 and few belongings. The CHZC is establishing an Inmate Release Fund for anyone who would like to make a donation, which will be given after release to help the inmate with this transiton. All donations should be cleary marked, "Inmate Release Fund," and checks should be made out to the Chapel Hill Zen Center.

Dharma Talk by Sojun Roshi

Sojun Roshi will also be giving a public Dharma Talk on Sunday morning, April 1, at 10:30. Please consider parking on the grass on either side of the two signs out front or on Winterberry Street, north of the zendo, since the parking lot may be full.

The Chapel Hill Zen Center is located at 5322 NC Highway 86, which is 2.5 miles north of I-40, at exit #266. See: www.chzc.org

#474

From: "Xopher" <rasmusis@...>
Date: Fri Mar 23, 2012 12:03 pm
Subject: awake nc ~ community meditation session 3/26/12

x_thurston

At awake nc ~ buddhist meditation society gathering, we discuss meditation and
the breath. We also look at (or start) our own meditation practice. Most
importantly, we meditate!
Bring your own cushion and wear comfortable clothes.

About - Community Sitting
Come to a peer-led meditation group Mondays 7-8:30pm. After a short introduction
to mindfulness of breathing (Anapanasati), we will have a 30-minute sit followed
by discussion and conversation. This group is for beginners and experienced
meditators whom would like to practice in a communal setting. The intention of
this group is to help individuals and a community of practitioners develop and
deepen their mindfulness practice. Regardless of race, religion, social status,
sexual identity or stage of recovery everyone is welcome and equal at awake nc
~buddhist meditation society. awake nc is strictly funded by the generosity of
donors.
RSVPs are appreciated but not necessary - just show up Please spread the word to
whomever might be interested.

details:
Mondays 7-8:30pm
Unity Church of the Triangle,
1880 Hall entrance to basement in front of church on Hargett St.
118 S. Person Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

part of the dharma punx nation -
inspired by against the stream buddhist meditation society

Meeting hatred with compassion, greed with generosity and ignorance with wisdom

- heart of the revolution.

#475

From: "Josho Pat Phelan" <PPhelan@...>
Date: Wed Apr 4, 2012 9:18 pm
Subject: Buddha's Birthday

Buddha's Birthday Celebration

Work Morning

On Saturday, April 14, there will be a work period from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. to clean the grounds and prepare for the outdoor celebration of Buddha's Birthday. We welcome you to the work period, either for the whole session or for any part of it. Please bring flowers if you can, either on Saturday, or by 9:00 a.m. on Sunday.

The Chapel Hill Zen Center is at 5322 NC Highway 86, Chapel Hill, NC 27514. See: www.chzc.org

#476

From: "musitcat1" <lebert@...>
Date: Sun Apr 8, 2012 1:13 am
Subject: Evening with Gregory Kramer Monday April 30

musitcat1

The Eno River Buddhist Community will host a special evening with Dhamma teacher Gregory Kramer on the last Monday of this month. Additional details are provided below. We hope that you can join us.

The Truth of Spiritual Isolation, Its Origin, Its Cessation, and the Path to Its Cessation

a talk by Gregory Kramer

Monday, April 30, 7:30-9:30 pm

sponsored by the Eno River Buddhist Community

This talk will consider notions we hold as participants in Buddhist practice groups that may be limiting our fullness of engagement in this path of awakening. We'll explore new possibilities�revealed when deep meditation is experienced in relation�for the role of spiritual community and friendships in fostering investigation, energy, and genuine insight.

About the teacher: Gregory Kramer has been teaching Vipassana and Loving-kindness meditation since 1980. He is director of the Metta Foundation and a visiting faculty member at the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies. Gregory is cocreator of Insight Dialogue, a relational meditation form based on a relational understanding of early Buddhist teachings. Gregory teaches Insight Dialogue worldwide.

Location: Eno River Unitarian Universalist Fellowship, Fellowship Hall, 4907 Garrett Road, Durham NC, 27707

Registration for this event is not required. If you have questions or would like more information, please contact Lori Ebert at lebert@....

In keeping with the Buddhist tradition, Gregory Kramer is offering this program on a dana basis as a gift of the dhamma. Participants will be given the opportunity to practice dana (generosity) by making a donation to support Gregory's work as a teacher.

#477

From: Ron Vereen <RLVereen@...>
Date: Sun Apr 8, 2012 12:25 pm
Subject: A Day of Mindfulness

dharmaron

A Day of Mindfulness

with Cynthia Hughey and Ron Vereen

The Day of Mindfulness is an opportunity for retreat and coming together for contemplative Buddhist practice. There will be periods of sitting and walking meditation, mindful movement, and investigation of the Dharma. This activity is open to those with all levels of meditation experience in any tradition, with an opportunity for those new to the practice of insight meditation to receive instruction. These teachings are being offered free of charge, with donations accepted for the teachers and to cover the costs of using the facility. Please bring your own lunch, and refrigeration is available if needed.

In order to plan accordingly, we are asking you to register for this event if you plan to attend. You will then receive guidelines as to how to approach this day of practice, along with a proposed schedule. To register, or if you have further questions, please contact us atinfo@....

Episcopal Center at Duke
505 Alexander Ave., Durham, NC 27705
Saturday, April 28, 2012
9:00AM-4:00PM

Cynthia Hughey is a co-founder of the Triangle Insight Meditation Community, has been practicing hatha yoga sine 1971 and vipassana meditation since 1976. She taught yoga and introduction to vipassana meditation classes at the Yoga Spot, which she also co-founded. Teachers who have influenced her include Joseph Goldstein, Sharon Salzberg, Jack kornfield, and especially, her mentor, Phillip Moffitt. She is a graduate of Spirit Rock's Community Dharma Leader Program, and is the Assistant Head of School at the Montessori Children's House of Durham.

Ron Vereen is a co-founder of the Triangle Insight Meditation Community, is a psychiatrist and psychotherapist, and has been practicing mindfulness meditation since 1992. As an instructor in the Duke Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program, he has been teaching mindfulness to others since 1999. He is a graduate of the Community Dharma Leader Program at Spirit Rock, and has completed the Integrated Study and Practice Program at the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies. His principal teacher is Rodney Smith. He has also studied extensively with Shinzen Young, and more recently, Leigh Brasington, Taraniya Ambrosia and Andrew Olendzki. His interests include exploring the interface between Western and Buddhist psychology, and the scientific evidence supporting the benefits of mindfulness practice.

#478

From: wyatt schaefer <sriteop@...>
Date: Thu Apr 12, 2012 10:15 pm
Subject: Retreat In Chapel Hill April 28-29th

cupold

April2012retreatFlyer2.pdf

Hi All,

�

There is a retreat with Judith Harrington in Chapel Hill on April 28th and 29th. I have been learning with Judith individually and in an ongoing local group for the past two years and I cannot recommend her enough.

�

Judith�comes out of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition however her teachings transcend any particular tradition and are accessible for anyone wanting to free themselves. Below are text details and I have also attached a pdf of a flyer for the event.

�

Wyatt

�

Teachings of Liberation and Enlightenment from the Heart of the Mother

Weekend Retreat

Saturday and Sunday, April 28th and 29th

Saturday 12:30-4:45pm

Sunday 12:15-4:00pm

�

The retreat will include guided meditation and teachings on how to move beyond our self-imposed limitations.

* Shift from anger and judgement to the open clarity of our expansive compassionate nature

* Move from emotional reactive habits that create suffering to love and acceptance

* Learn self-compassion and how to be present in our daily lives

* Transform our hearts and minds to discover our true nature

�

Location: Franklin Street Yoga--143 West Franklin Street, University Square, Suite E

To register, email oneheartsangha@...

For more information call 919-619-2816

$50/day

$90/both days

$85 by April 12th

Sliding scale available upon request

�

Judith Harrington has been guiding and preparing others to awaken into their true nature for over 35 years. A long-time practitioner of Vajrayana Buddhism, Judith spent her early years working in the Jesuit tradition of Saint Ignatious Loyola and as a psychotherapist for 25 years. During her sessions and teachings, Judith taps into the wisdom of her ancient lineage and divine energies to share beyond the egoic self. She has helped facilitate wonderful shifts in those who work with her. Judith is the author of the forthcoming book, Entering into the Heart of the Divine Mother: Spiritual Practice Embodied in Daily Life, documenting her journey of awakening from the false self into the awakened self.

�

Judith is the founder of One Heart Sangha, a group of local practitioners who meet weekly in Chapel Hill. Presently she lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and works with people from Germany, California, and North Carolina, guiding them through the passages on their journey.

�

Judith's radio interview http://.bit.ly/zBBKlj

Find us on meetup: www.meetup.com/OneHeartSangha/

Judith's blog: www.turquoiseleaves.blogspot.com

facebook: One Heart Sangha in Chapel Hill

see pdf attached, as well

1 of 1 File(s)

#479

From: Ron Vereen <RLVereen@...>
Date: Sun Apr 22, 2012 2:42 pm
Subject: Day of Mindfulness

dharmaron

A Day of Mindfulness

with Cynthia Hughey and Ron Vereen

The Triangle Insight Meditation Community (http://www.triangleinsight.org) will be sponsoring this Day of Mindfulness, an opportunity for retreat and coming together for contemplative Buddhist practice. There will be periods of sitting and walking meditation, mindful movement, and investigation of the Dharma. This activity is open to those with all levels of meditation experience in any tradition, with an opportunity for those new to the practice of insight meditation to receive instruction. These teachings are being offered free of charge, with donations accepted for the teachers and to cover the costs of using the facility. Please bring your own lunch, and refrigeration is available if needed. Tea, coffee and treats will be provided.

Episcopal Center at Duke
505 Alexander Ave., Durham, NC 27705
Saturday, April 28, 2012
9:00AM-4:00PM

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#480

From: "Xopher" <rasmusis@...>
Date: Tue Apr 24, 2012 3:12 am
Subject: awake nc ~ community meditation session monday 04/30/12

x_thurston

At awake nc ~ buddhist meditation society gathering, we discuss meditation and
the breath. We also look at (or start) our own meditation practice. Most
importantly, we meditate!
Bring your own cushion and wear comfortable clothes.

About - Community Sitting
Come to a peer-led meditation group Mondays 7-8:30pm. After a short introduction
to mindfulness of breathing (Anapanasati), we will have a 30-minute sit followed
by discussion and conversation. This group is for beginners and experienced
meditators whom would like to practice in a communal setting. The intention of
this group is to help individuals and a community of practitioners develop and
deepen their mindfulness practice. Regardless of race, religion, social status,
sexual identity or stage of recovery everyone is welcome and equal at awake nc
~buddhist meditation society. awake nc is strictly funded by the generosity of
donors.
RSVPs are appreciated but not necessary - just show up Please spread the word to
whomever might be interested.

details:
Every Monday 7-8:30pm
Unity Church of the Triangle,
1880 Hall entrance to basement in front of church on Hargett St.
118 S. Person Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

part of the dharma punx nation -
inspired by against the stream buddhist meditation society

Meeting hatred with compassion, greed with generosity and ignorance with wisdom

- heart of the revolution.

#481

From: "Xopher" <rasmusis@...>
Date: Tue Apr 24, 2012 3:23 am
Subject: NC Buddhist Vihara ~ Vesak Celebration 05/05/12

x_thurston

Vesak Ceremony

Dear Devotees & Friends,

North Carolina Buddhist Vihara is having a program of religious activities to celebrate Vesak, and to pay homage to Gautama Buddha on May 05, 2012 from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM. We cordially invite you your family members, friends and well-wishers to participate in this event.

Please encourage your children to observe the Eight Precepts and to take part in the children's Vesak day activities.

note : meditation 9am with awake~nc (mindfulness of breath)

May the Triple Gem Bless you!

With Metta
Ven. Wajirapala

#482

From: "Marilyn Hartman" <marilyndhartman@...>
Date: Thu May 3, 2012 3:08 am
Subject: An Evening with Joanna Macy May 23 in Greensboro

mdhartmannc

An Evening with Joanna Macy: "Finding our role in the collective transition to a life-sustaining world"
Wednesday, May 23, Greensboro, NC

6 - 6:45 pm -- Reception & book signing for Active Hope: How to Face the Mess We're in without Going Crazy
7 - 9 pm -- Lecture and discussion

For tickets and details, go to: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jNVIDZoeJe5oXHDRrqhV1DJ6ifrO9fTBOAAKDbEPBZc/edit?pli=1#

#483

From: Ron Vereen <RLVereen@...>
Date: Thu May 3, 2012 2:13 pm
Subject: Leigh Brasington

dharmaron

An Evening with
Leigh Brasington

at Triangle Insight

Don't make your Memorial Day vacation plans without considering this unique opportunity to hear a very gifted meditation teacher. The Triangle Insight Meditation Community is pleased to announce that Leigh Brasington has accepted our invitation to join us for a talk on "The Fruits of the Spiritual Life" (Digha Nikaya, 2). He will be arriving following his retreat at Southern Dharma, so this will be a special gathering on Friday night that you will not want to miss. Several of our members have studied with Leigh and can confirm his reputation as a sincere practitioner and skillful meditation teacher with extensive knowledge of the suttas and the meditative absorptions (jhanas).

Our schedule will be to open with a 30 min. meditation period, followed by Leigh's talk, with Q&A and closing Metta, and then a social/meet-and-greet to end the evening. Leigh offers his teachings on a dana basis, and appreciates your generosity.

Leigh Brasington has been practicing meditation since 1985 and is the senior American student of the late Ven. Ayya Khema. She confirmed his practice and requested that he begin teaching. Leigh began assisting Ven. Ayya Khema in 1994 and has been leading retreats on his own in both Europe and North America since 1997. Leigh's web site is http://www.leighb.com/

Episcopal Center at Duke
505 Alexander Ave., Durham, NC 27705
Friday, May 25, 2012
7:00 - 9:00 PM

#484

From: "Xopher" <rasmusis@...>
Date: Mon Jun 18, 2012 11:44 am
Subject: awake nc ~ community meditation sessions

x_thurston

At awake nc ~ buddhist meditation society gathering, we discuss meditation and
the breath. We also look at (or start) our own meditation practice. Most
importantly, we meditate! Bring your own cushion and wear comfortable clothes.

About - Community Sitting
Come to a peer-led meditation group Mondays 7-8:30pm. After a short introduction
to mindfulness of breathing (Anapanasati), we will have a 30-minute sit followed
by discussion and conversation. This group is for beginners and experienced
meditators whom would like to practice in a communal setting. The intention of
this group is to help individuals and a community of practitioners develop and
deepen their mindfulness practice. Regardless of race, religion, social status,
sexual identity or stage of recovery everyone is welcome and equal at awake nc
~buddhist meditation society. awake nc is strictly funded by the generosity of
donors.
RSVPs are appreciated but not necessary - just show up

Please spread the word to whomever might be interested in meditation.

details:
Mondays 7-8:30pm
Unity Church of the Triangle,
1880 Hall entrance to basement in front of church on Hargett St.
118 S. Person Street, Raleigh, NC 27601

part of the dharma punx nation -
inspired by against the stream buddhist meditation society

Meeting hatred with compassion, greed with generosity and ignorance with wisdom
- heart of the revolution.