There is no cost for classes, events and retreats at IMC. Donations are welcome. No pre-registration is required unless otherwise stated.
- For a calendar of retreats and all other events at IMC, see the IMC Calendar
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May 19
Temple Spring Cleaning
9:30am – 12:00pm
A morning for the sangha to come together for mindfulness of cleaning. A clean temple promotes clarity of mind, so please mark your calendars to help with this opportunity to uncover the true nature of our center. Look for a sign-up sheet at IMC.
9:30am – 12:00pm
A morning for the sangha to come together for mindfulness of cleaning. A clean temple promotes clarity of mind, so please mark your calendars to help with this opportunity to uncover the true nature of our center. Look for a sign-up sheet at IMC.
May 24
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Andrea Fella (1 of 5)
7:30pm – 9:00pm
Insight Meditation or Vipassana, is a simple technique, beginning with focusing the attention on the breath. The practice concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of Insight Meditation is the practice of Mindfulness, a practice of moment-to-moment
observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.
7:30pm – 9:00pm
Insight Meditation or Vipassana, is a simple technique, beginning with focusing the attention on the breath. The practice concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of Insight Meditation is the practice of Mindfulness, a practice of moment-to-moment
observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.
During this introductory course, the basic instructions in insight meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, of emotions, of thoughts, and of the application of mindfulness in daily life. No pre-registration necessary.
Andrea Fella
May 31
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Andrea Fella (2 of 5)
7:30pm – 9:00pm
Insight Meditation or Vipassana, is a simple technique, beginning with focusing the attention on the breath. The practice concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of Insight Meditation is the practice of Mindfulness, a practice of moment-to-moment
observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.
7:30pm – 9:00pm
Insight Meditation or Vipassana, is a simple technique, beginning with focusing the attention on the breath. The practice concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of Insight Meditation is the practice of Mindfulness, a practice of moment-to-moment
observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.
During this introductory course, the basic instructions in insight meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, of emotions, of thoughts, and of the application of mindfulness in daily life. No pre-registration necessary.
Andrea Fella
June 2
Daylong Intensive with Gil Fronsdal
6:00am – 9:00pm
This is a great opportunity for a full day of immersion in silent Dharma Practice. Practicing mindfulness on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. The simplicity, silence and support of retreats contribute to letting go of many of the distractions that get in the way of clear seeing. Retreats also are a wonderful environment for developing a continuity of awareness for an extended period.
Fifteen minute Interviews with Gil will be available on a sign up basis.
You are welcome to come for the entire day or drop in for any part of the retreat. If you come for only part of the retreat, please enter the meditation hall only at the beginning of a scheduled sitting. If you come while a sit is in progress, sit in one of the chairs in the outer hall.
Bring breakfast and lunch. Light supper provided.
Schedule:
6:00 – 7:00 am Sit
7:00 – 8:15 am Breakfast
8:15 – 9:00 am Sit
9:00 – 9:45 am Walk
9:45 – 10:30 am Sit
10:30 – 10:45 am Walk
10:45 – 11:30 am Sit
11:30 – 12:00 noon Dharma Talk
12:00 – 1:15 pm Lunch
1:15 – 2:00 pm Sit
2:00 – 2:45 pm Walk
2:45 – 3:30 pm Sit
3:30 – 4:00 pm Walk
4:00 – 4:15 pm Dharmette
4:15 – 5:00 pm Sit
5:00 – 6:00 pm Supper/tea:
6:00 – 6:20 pm Temple cleaning
6:20 – 7:00 pm Sit
7:00 – 7:30 pm Walk
7:30 – 8:15 pm Sit
8:15 – 9:00 pm Dharma Talk
6:00am – 9:00pm
This is a great opportunity for a full day of immersion in silent Dharma Practice. Practicing mindfulness on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. The simplicity, silence and support of retreats contribute to letting go of many of the distractions that get in the way of clear seeing. Retreats also are a wonderful environment for developing a continuity of awareness for an extended period.
Fifteen minute Interviews with Gil will be available on a sign up basis.
You are welcome to come for the entire day or drop in for any part of the retreat. If you come for only part of the retreat, please enter the meditation hall only at the beginning of a scheduled sitting. If you come while a sit is in progress, sit in one of the chairs in the outer hall.
Bring breakfast and lunch. Light supper provided.
Schedule:
6:00 – 7:00 am Sit
7:00 – 8:15 am Breakfast
8:15 – 9:00 am Sit
9:00 – 9:45 am Walk
9:45 – 10:30 am Sit
10:30 – 10:45 am Walk
10:45 – 11:30 am Sit
11:30 – 12:00 noon Dharma Talk
12:00 – 1:15 pm Lunch
1:15 – 2:00 pm Sit
2:00 – 2:45 pm Walk
2:45 – 3:30 pm Sit
3:30 – 4:00 pm Walk
4:00 – 4:15 pm Dharmette
4:15 – 5:00 pm Sit
5:00 – 6:00 pm Supper/tea:
6:00 – 6:20 pm Temple cleaning
6:20 – 7:00 pm Sit
7:00 – 7:30 pm Walk
7:30 – 8:15 pm Sit
8:15 – 9:00 pm Dharma Talk
June 7
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Andrea Fella (3 of 5)
7:30pm – 9:00pm
Insight Meditation or Vipassana, is a simple technique, beginning with focusing the attention on the breath. The practice concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of Insight Meditation is the practice of Mindfulness, a practice of moment-to-moment
observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.
7:30pm – 9:00pm
Insight Meditation or Vipassana, is a simple technique, beginning with focusing the attention on the breath. The practice concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of Insight Meditation is the practice of Mindfulness, a practice of moment-to-moment
observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.
During this introductory course, the basic instructions in insight meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, of emotions, of thoughts, and of the application of mindfulness in daily life. No pre-registration necessary.
Andrea Fella
June 9
The Journey Through Grief: A Day of Right Understanding, Right Action & Refuge in Community with Jennifer Block & Maria Straatmann
9:00am – 4:30pm
Throughout life, we are confronted with losses. Grief, the heart’s natural response, is a constellation of emotions meriting attention and care. With mindful effort, we can transform the pain of loss into growth, healing, and inspiration. It takes courage and effort to grieve, to honor the pain we carry. This workshop will guide you in the journey of acknowledgment, transformation and release through meditation, writing, dharma teachings & discussion, experiential exercises, and an atmosphere of support. All who grieve any loss (the death of a loved one, relationship transitions, a job, ability, identity), as well as caregiving professionals are invited. Please bring lunch.
Jennifer Block provides spiritual care to people in crisis, mentoring caregivers, and teaching people how to access their innate capacity for caring and healing. She is a longtime dharma practitioner and Buddhist chaplain. A nationally-recognized educator and consultant, Jennifer teaches the Buddhist Chaplaincy Training program with Paul Haller and Gil Fronsdal at the Sati Center for Buddhist Studies.
Maria Straatmann, a former scientist and businesswoman, has been a student of Vipassana meditation since 1996. Training with Sati Center Buddhist Chaplaincy Program and End of Life Counselor with Metta Institute; Zen Hospice Project. She serves on IMC Chaplaincy Council and is a Spirit Rock Buddhist Ritual Minister.
9:00am – 4:30pm
Throughout life, we are confronted with losses. Grief, the heart’s natural response, is a constellation of emotions meriting attention and care. With mindful effort, we can transform the pain of loss into growth, healing, and inspiration. It takes courage and effort to grieve, to honor the pain we carry. This workshop will guide you in the journey of acknowledgment, transformation and release through meditation, writing, dharma teachings & discussion, experiential exercises, and an atmosphere of support. All who grieve any loss (the death of a loved one, relationship transitions, a job, ability, identity), as well as caregiving professionals are invited. Please bring lunch.
Jennifer Block provides spiritual care to people in crisis, mentoring caregivers, and teaching people how to access their innate capacity for caring and healing. She is a longtime dharma practitioner and Buddhist chaplain. A nationally-recognized educator and consultant, Jennifer teaches the Buddhist Chaplaincy Training program with Paul Haller and Gil Fronsdal at the Sati Center for Buddhist Studies.
Maria Straatmann, a former scientist and businesswoman, has been a student of Vipassana meditation since 1996. Training with Sati Center Buddhist Chaplaincy Program and End of Life Counselor with Metta Institute; Zen Hospice Project. She serves on IMC Chaplaincy Council and is a Spirit Rock Buddhist Ritual Minister.
June 10
Volunteer Fair
11:00am – 1:00pm
If you’ve been thinking about getting involved in volunteer work outside of IMC, please come hear what other sangha members are doing. If you’re already volunteering, we hope you can share your experience of taking the practice out into the world. Literature and/or audio visual aids are most welcome. For more info: Hilary Borison hborison@sbcglobal.net
11:00am – 1:00pm
If you’ve been thinking about getting involved in volunteer work outside of IMC, please come hear what other sangha members are doing. If you’re already volunteering, we hope you can share your experience of taking the practice out into the world. Literature and/or audio visual aids are most welcome. For more info: Hilary Borison hborison@sbcglobal.net
June 14
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Andrea Fella (4 of 5)
7:30pm – 9:00pm
Insight Meditation or Vipassana, is a simple technique, beginning with focusing the attention on the breath. The practice concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of Insight Meditation is the practice of Mindfulness, a practice of moment-to-moment
observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.
7:30pm – 9:00pm
Insight Meditation or Vipassana, is a simple technique, beginning with focusing the attention on the breath. The practice concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of Insight Meditation is the practice of Mindfulness, a practice of moment-to-moment
observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.
During this introductory course, the basic instructions in insight meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, of emotions, of thoughts, and of the application of mindfulness in daily life. No pre-registration necessary.
Andrea Fella
June 16
Daylong with Andrea Fella
9:00am – 4:30pm
This is a daylong retreat with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation, instruction in mindfulness practice, particularly in mindfulness of the body and a dharma talk. It is recommended for both beginners and experienced practitioners. No formal practice discussions, though there will be time for informal discussions. The retreat will alternate periods of sitting and walking with instructions and discussion. The day will be primarily in silence. Bring lunch.
Andrea Fella
9:00am – 4:30pm
This is a daylong retreat with alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation, instruction in mindfulness practice, particularly in mindfulness of the body and a dharma talk. It is recommended for both beginners and experienced practitioners. No formal practice discussions, though there will be time for informal discussions. The retreat will alternate periods of sitting and walking with instructions and discussion. The day will be primarily in silence. Bring lunch.
Andrea Fella
June 21
Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Andrea Fella (5 of 5)
7:30pm – 9:00pm
Insight Meditation or Vipassana, is a simple technique, beginning with focusing the attention on the breath. The practice concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of Insight Meditation is the practice of Mindfulness, a practice of moment-to-moment
observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.
7:30pm – 9:00pm
Insight Meditation or Vipassana, is a simple technique, beginning with focusing the attention on the breath. The practice concentrates and calms the mind. At the heart of Insight Meditation is the practice of Mindfulness, a practice of moment-to-moment
observation which cultivates a clear, stable and non-judgmental awareness. While mindfulness practice can be highly effective in helping bring calm and clarity to the pressures of daily life, it is also a spiritual path that gradually dissolves the barriers to the full development of our wisdom and compassion.
During this introductory course, the basic instructions in insight meditation will be given sequentially, starting with a focus on mindfulness of breathing, followed by mindfulness of the body, of emotions, of thoughts, and of the application of mindfulness in daily life. No pre-registration necessary.
June 30
Dharma en Español: El amor bondadoso y la alegría
9:00am – 3:00pm
Te invitamos a un día de meditación y pláticas de dharma sobre el amor bondadoso y la alegría.
Instructoras: Joan Amaral, San Francisco Zen Center y Andrea Castillo, IMC
Sábado Junio 30, 9a.m. – 3:30p.m.
Por favor trae tu comida. El retiro se ofrece gratuitamente. Si deseas puedes ofrecer una donación.
9:00am – 3:00pm
Te invitamos a un día de meditación y pláticas de dharma sobre el amor bondadoso y la alegría.
Instructoras: Joan Amaral, San Francisco Zen Center y Andrea Castillo, IMC
Sábado Junio 30, 9a.m. – 3:30p.m.
Por favor trae tu comida. El retiro se ofrece gratuitamente. Si deseas puedes ofrecer una donación.
July 7
Buddhism and 12 steps with Kevin Griffin and Jennifer Lemas
9:30am – 5:00pm
Through a combination of traditional and contemporary Buddhist meditation practices, interactive exercises, lecture, and discussion, this daylong will explore the ways that Buddhism and the 12 Steps complement each other.
9:30am – 5:00pm
Through a combination of traditional and contemporary Buddhist meditation practices, interactive exercises, lecture, and discussion, this daylong will explore the ways that Buddhism and the 12 Steps complement each other.
This daylong is open to all those interested. You need not be in a Twelve Step program, nor have a background in Buddhist meditation. The day will include introductory meditation instructions. Please bring lunch.
July 14
Daylong for Beginners with Ines Freedman
9:30am – 3:30pm
Introducing the basic practice of mindfulness, with direction in mindfulness of the breath, body, emotions, thoughts, walking and eating. There will sitting and walking meditation and discussion. Suitable for both beginners and those wanting to review the basics of practice. Bring lunch.
9:30am – 3:30pm
Introducing the basic practice of mindfulness, with direction in mindfulness of the breath, body, emotions, thoughts, walking and eating. There will sitting and walking meditation and discussion. Suitable for both beginners and those wanting to review the basics of practice. Bring lunch.
July 28
Sati Center: Introduction to Pali with Sean Kerr
9:30am – 4:00pm
A one-day introduction to the richness of Pali language and its potential for complementing and enriching one’s meditative practice and deepening one’s relationship to the Buddha’s teachings. While the dhamma, in it’s 84,000 parts lies in the heart and not on any printed page, the Pali language has been and remains a potent vehicle for those who would make use of it. It’s texts are not only the closest approximations to the Buddha’s teachings in their original formulations, but also the concrete vestiges of those who have most thoroughly realized those teachings within their own body, speech and mind. The workshop will incorporate both scholarly and experiential approaches as we learn, recite and imbibe the Buddha’s teachings in their original wording and attempt together to invoke their living meaning.
9:30am – 4:00pm
A one-day introduction to the richness of Pali language and its potential for complementing and enriching one’s meditative practice and deepening one’s relationship to the Buddha’s teachings. While the dhamma, in it’s 84,000 parts lies in the heart and not on any printed page, the Pali language has been and remains a potent vehicle for those who would make use of it. It’s texts are not only the closest approximations to the Buddha’s teachings in their original formulations, but also the concrete vestiges of those who have most thoroughly realized those teachings within their own body, speech and mind. The workshop will incorporate both scholarly and experiential approaches as we learn, recite and imbibe the Buddha’s teachings in their original wording and attempt together to invoke their living meaning.
August 4
Daylong with Andrea Fella
8:30am – 4:30pm
Practicing mindfulness on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. The simplicity, silence and support of retreats contribute to letting go of many of the distractions that get in the way of clear seeing. Retreats also are a wonderful environment for developing a continuity of awareness for an extended period.
8:30am – 4:30pm
Practicing mindfulness on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. The simplicity, silence and support of retreats contribute to letting go of many of the distractions that get in the way of clear seeing. Retreats also are a wonderful environment for developing a continuity of awareness for an extended period.
This particular daylong retreat is meant for people who already understand the basic practice of mindfulness; no instruction will be given.
The schedule consists of alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation. At the end of the day Andrea will give a Dharma talk. Brief interviews to talk about the practice will be available with Andrea. Previous experience is recommended.
(Bring Lunch)
Andrea Fella
August 9
Inter-Sangha
12:00pm – 3:00pm
12:00pm – 3:00pm
August 10
Inter-Sangha
8:30am – 5:00pm
8:30am – 5:00pm
August 11
Inter-Sangha
8:30am – 5:00pm
8:30am – 5:00pm
September 8
The Life and Teachings of the Buddha: An Introduction to Sutta Study with Jeff Hardin
9:00am – 5:00pm
During this daylong we will be looking at short passages from the suttas to tell the story of the Buddha and to describe his essential teachings of the Dharma. A practical and experiential approach to sutta study will be given. The study guide for the daylong will be available in PDF on the Sati Website and in print at IMC at the daylong.
Jeff Hardin has been practicing meditation since 2000, is a community mentor at the Sacramento Insight Meditation group and a student in the Spirit Rock Community Dharma Leadership program. He is on the Board of the Sati Center for Buddhist Studies. His teachings emphasize using the suttas to inform meditation practice. He has authored “How We Practice: An Introduction to Insight Meditation and is the managing editor of the Sati Journal. Some of his prior teachings can be found at www.sactoinsight.org.
9:00am – 5:00pm
During this daylong we will be looking at short passages from the suttas to tell the story of the Buddha and to describe his essential teachings of the Dharma. A practical and experiential approach to sutta study will be given. The study guide for the daylong will be available in PDF on the Sati Website and in print at IMC at the daylong.
Jeff Hardin has been practicing meditation since 2000, is a community mentor at the Sacramento Insight Meditation group and a student in the Spirit Rock Community Dharma Leadership program. He is on the Board of the Sati Center for Buddhist Studies. His teachings emphasize using the suttas to inform meditation practice. He has authored “How We Practice: An Introduction to Insight Meditation and is the managing editor of the Sati Journal. Some of his prior teachings can be found at www.sactoinsight.org.
This Class Is Offered On A Donation Basis ~ Bring Lunch ~ Pre-Registration Not Required
September 16
Daily Life Practice Retreat w/ Andrea Fella
1:30pm – 5:00pm
DAILY LIFE PRACTICE RETREAT WITH ANDREA FELLA Sunday, September 16 to Saturday, Sept 22.
Integrating practice into our daily lives can be difficult. Many of us need support for this challenging but rewarding aspect of practice. We will integrate formal practice and Dharma discussion with our daily life by surrounding our usual workweek and workdays with practice and discussion. We begin with a half-day retreat with instructions and discussion on Sunday, and end with a daylong retreat on the following Saturday. During the week we will meet each morning and evening to inspire, encourage and support our daily life practice. If you would like to attend the retreat during the week, please attend the Sunday session. The Sunday and Saturday sessions are open to all; the Monday and Thursday evening programs are also open to all as usual — the retreat will integrate with these evening programs.
• Sunday 9/16, 1:30 to 5pm
• Monday-Friday 9/17 – 9/21, mornings: 7:30 to 9am
• Monday-Friday 9/17 – 9/21, evenings: 7:30 to 9pm
• Saturday 9/22: 9:30am to 4:30pm, Daylong Retreat
1:30pm – 5:00pm
DAILY LIFE PRACTICE RETREAT WITH ANDREA FELLA Sunday, September 16 to Saturday, Sept 22.
Integrating practice into our daily lives can be difficult. Many of us need support for this challenging but rewarding aspect of practice. We will integrate formal practice and Dharma discussion with our daily life by surrounding our usual workweek and workdays with practice and discussion. We begin with a half-day retreat with instructions and discussion on Sunday, and end with a daylong retreat on the following Saturday. During the week we will meet each morning and evening to inspire, encourage and support our daily life practice. If you would like to attend the retreat during the week, please attend the Sunday session. The Sunday and Saturday sessions are open to all; the Monday and Thursday evening programs are also open to all as usual — the retreat will integrate with these evening programs.
• Sunday 9/16, 1:30 to 5pm
• Monday-Friday 9/17 – 9/21, mornings: 7:30 to 9am
• Monday-Friday 9/17 – 9/21, evenings: 7:30 to 9pm
• Saturday 9/22: 9:30am to 4:30pm, Daylong Retreat
September 17
Daily Life Practice Retreat w/ Andrea Fella
7:30am – 9:00am
Integrating practice into our daily lives can be difficult. Many of us need support for this challenging but rewarding aspect of practice. We will integrate formal practice and Dharma discussion with our daily life by surrounding our usual workweek and workdays with practice and discussion. We begin with a half-day retreat with instructions and discussion on Sunday, and end with a daylong retreat on the following Saturday. During the week we will meet each morning and evening to inspire, encourage and support our daily life practice. If you would like to attend the retreat during the week, please attend the Sunday session. The Sunday and Saturday sessions are open to all; the Monday and Thursday evening programs are also open to all as usual — the retreat will integrate with these evening programs.
7:30am – 9:00am
Integrating practice into our daily lives can be difficult. Many of us need support for this challenging but rewarding aspect of practice. We will integrate formal practice and Dharma discussion with our daily life by surrounding our usual workweek and workdays with practice and discussion. We begin with a half-day retreat with instructions and discussion on Sunday, and end with a daylong retreat on the following Saturday. During the week we will meet each morning and evening to inspire, encourage and support our daily life practice. If you would like to attend the retreat during the week, please attend the Sunday session. The Sunday and Saturday sessions are open to all; the Monday and Thursday evening programs are also open to all as usual — the retreat will integrate with these evening programs.
September 18
Daily Life Practice Retreat w/ Andrea Fella
7:30am – 9:00am
Integrating practice into our daily lives can be difficult. Many of us need support for this challenging but rewarding aspect of practice. We will integrate formal practice and Dharma discussion with our daily life by surrounding our usual workweek and workdays with practice and discussion. We begin with a half-day retreat with instructions and discussion on Sunday, and end with a daylong retreat on the following Saturday. During the week we will meet each morning and evening to inspire, encourage and support our daily life practice. If you would like to attend the retreat during the week, please attend the Sunday session. The Sunday and Saturday sessions are open to all; the Monday and Thursday evening programs are also open to all as usual — the retreat will integrate with these evening programs.
7:30am – 9:00am
Integrating practice into our daily lives can be difficult. Many of us need support for this challenging but rewarding aspect of practice. We will integrate formal practice and Dharma discussion with our daily life by surrounding our usual workweek and workdays with practice and discussion. We begin with a half-day retreat with instructions and discussion on Sunday, and end with a daylong retreat on the following Saturday. During the week we will meet each morning and evening to inspire, encourage and support our daily life practice. If you would like to attend the retreat during the week, please attend the Sunday session. The Sunday and Saturday sessions are open to all; the Monday and Thursday evening programs are also open to all as usual — the retreat will integrate with these evening programs.
September 19
Daily Life Practice Retreat w/ Andrea Fella
7:30am – 9:00am
Integrating practice into our daily lives can be difficult. Many of us need support for this challenging but rewarding aspect of practice. We will integrate formal practice and Dharma discussion with our daily life by surrounding our usual workweek and workdays with practice and discussion. We begin with a half-day retreat with instructions and discussion on Sunday, and end with a daylong retreat on the following Saturday. During the week we will meet each morning and evening to inspire, encourage and support our daily life practice. If you would like to attend the retreat during the week, please attend the Sunday session. The Sunday and Saturday sessions are open to all; the Monday and Thursday evening programs are also open to all as usual — the retreat will integrate with these evening programs.
7:30am – 9:00am
Integrating practice into our daily lives can be difficult. Many of us need support for this challenging but rewarding aspect of practice. We will integrate formal practice and Dharma discussion with our daily life by surrounding our usual workweek and workdays with practice and discussion. We begin with a half-day retreat with instructions and discussion on Sunday, and end with a daylong retreat on the following Saturday. During the week we will meet each morning and evening to inspire, encourage and support our daily life practice. If you would like to attend the retreat during the week, please attend the Sunday session. The Sunday and Saturday sessions are open to all; the Monday and Thursday evening programs are also open to all as usual — the retreat will integrate with these evening programs.
September 20
Daily Life Practice Retreat w/ Andrea Fella
7:30am – 9:00am
Integrating practice into our daily lives can be difficult. Many of us need support for this challenging but rewarding aspect of practice. We will integrate formal practice and Dharma discussion with our daily life by surrounding our usual workweek and workdays with practice and discussion. We begin with a half-day retreat with instructions and discussion on Sunday, and end with a daylong retreat on the following Saturday. During the week we will meet each morning and evening to inspire, encourage and support our daily life practice. If you would like to attend the retreat during the week, please attend the Sunday session. The Sunday and Saturday sessions are open to all; the Monday and Thursday evening programs are also open to all as usual — the retreat will integrate with these evening programs.
7:30am – 9:00am
Integrating practice into our daily lives can be difficult. Many of us need support for this challenging but rewarding aspect of practice. We will integrate formal practice and Dharma discussion with our daily life by surrounding our usual workweek and workdays with practice and discussion. We begin with a half-day retreat with instructions and discussion on Sunday, and end with a daylong retreat on the following Saturday. During the week we will meet each morning and evening to inspire, encourage and support our daily life practice. If you would like to attend the retreat during the week, please attend the Sunday session. The Sunday and Saturday sessions are open to all; the Monday and Thursday evening programs are also open to all as usual — the retreat will integrate with these evening programs.
September 21
Daily Life Practice Retreat w/ Andrea Fella
7:30am – 9:00am
Integrating practice into our daily lives can be difficult. Many of us need support for this challenging but rewarding aspect of practice. We will integrate formal practice and Dharma discussion with our daily life by surrounding our usual workweek and workdays with practice and discussion. We begin with a half-day retreat with instructions and discussion on Sunday, and end with a daylong retreat on the following Saturday. During the week we will meet each morning and evening to inspire, encourage and support our daily life practice. If you would like to attend the retreat during the week, please attend the Sunday session. The Sunday and Saturday sessions are open to all; the Monday and Thursday evening programs are also open to all as usual — the retreat will integrate with these evening programs.
7:30am – 9:00am
Integrating practice into our daily lives can be difficult. Many of us need support for this challenging but rewarding aspect of practice. We will integrate formal practice and Dharma discussion with our daily life by surrounding our usual workweek and workdays with practice and discussion. We begin with a half-day retreat with instructions and discussion on Sunday, and end with a daylong retreat on the following Saturday. During the week we will meet each morning and evening to inspire, encourage and support our daily life practice. If you would like to attend the retreat during the week, please attend the Sunday session. The Sunday and Saturday sessions are open to all; the Monday and Thursday evening programs are also open to all as usual — the retreat will integrate with these evening programs.
September 22
Mindfulness of Mind Daylong with Andrea Fella
9:30am – 4:30pm
Taught in the style of U Tejaniya. Practicing mindfulness on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. The simplicity, silence and support of retreats contribute to letting go of many of the distractions that get in the way of clear seeing. Retreats also are a wonderful environment for developing a continuity of awareness for an extended period.
9:30am – 4:30pm
Taught in the style of U Tejaniya. Practicing mindfulness on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. The simplicity, silence and support of retreats contribute to letting go of many of the distractions that get in the way of clear seeing. Retreats also are a wonderful environment for developing a continuity of awareness for an extended period.
During this daylong retreat we will explore a relaxed open awareness with an emphasis on exploring qualities of mind, and the attitude towards one’s experience. Such an open awareness practice supports both the formal meditation of sitting and walking, as well as awareness of our normal daily activities. The schedule for the retreat will alternate periods of sitting and walking with instructions and discussion. Aside from the instruction and discussion periods, the day will be primarily in silence. It is recommended for both beginners and experienced practitioners.
Andrea Fella has been practicing Insight Meditation since 1996, and began teaching meditation in 2003. She is particularly drawn to intensive retreat practice, and has done a number of long retreats, both in the U.S. and Burma. During one long practice period in Burma, she ordained as a nun with Sayadaw U Janeka. Andrea teaches residential retreats for IMC, and at other centers around the country.
October 6
Chaplaincy Symposium
9:00am – 5:00pm
9:00am – 5:00pm
October 12
9:00am – 5:00pm
October 13
Daylong with Gil Fronsdal
8:30am – 5:00pm
Practicing mindfulness on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. The simplicity, silence and support of retreats contribute to letting go of many of the distractions that get in the way of clear seeing. Retreats also are a wonderful environment for developing a continuity of awareness for an extended period.
8:30am – 5:00pm
Practicing mindfulness on retreat is one of the foundations for maturing insight meditation. The simplicity, silence and support of retreats contribute to letting go of many of the distractions that get in the way of clear seeing. Retreats also are a wonderful environment for developing a continuity of awareness for an extended period.
This particular daylong retreat is meant for people who already understand the basic practice of mindfulness; no instruction will be given.
The schedule consists of alternating periods of sitting and walking meditation. At the end of the day Gil gives a Dharma talk. Brief interviews to talk about the practice will be available with Gil. Previous experience is recommended.
(Bring Lunch)
Gil Fronsdal
November 9
Chaplaincy
9:00am – 5:00pm
9:00am – 5:00pm
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