With Anne Roise

Five Saturdays: January 28  – February 25, 2023

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Pacific Time

On Zoom

This five-session series provides a safe and supportive space for Black practitioners to begin, refresh and strengthen their meditation and daily mindfulness practice. The sessions focus on the intersection of Buddhism and Black collective wisdom as the teachings of the Buddha are explored in the context of our unique experiences and expressions. The framework for the series is the Divine Abodes (lovingkindness, compassion, empathetic joy, equanimity) which cultivate positive mind states. These qualities can be empowering to face social and racial injustices in a manner that reduces harm for all. The group’s time together will include guided meditation, facilitated discussions and opportunities to share and connect with each other.

To register and receive the Zoom link for the program, click on the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYud-uopjsiHtL9NPQ-r1kxBvmzXVyYlqUN

Facilitator: Anne Roise

Anne Roise has been a Zen practitioner since 1971 when she left Canada as a teenager to study with her first teacher, Shunryu Suzuki Roshi. She is lay-ordained in the Soto Zen tradition. Anne completed the Buddhist Chaplaincy program at the Sati Center and is also a trained mindfulness facilitator through the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. She is the Director of Programs and Online Operations at Spirit Rock Meditation Center and serves on the boards of Mindful Schools and the San Francisco Zen Center. Anne has a graduate degree in City Planning from MIT and is a Certified Life Coach.

Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.

The registration and Mentor application form is found here.

Please register. The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longer application is required to be assigned a mentor in addition to the group meetings.  Mentoring slots may fill.  

The program has the following elements:

1. 2-1/2 hour monthly meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
2. Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
3. A monthly one-hour personal meeting with an Eightfold Path mentor (if you apply for this) to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors.
4. Four optional drop-in Discussion/Q&A sessions for anyone, but especially for those with no personal mentor.
5. Ends with a one-day Eightfold Path retreat on Zoom.

Contact eightfoldpath@insightmeditationcenter.org with questions.

With Anne Roise

Five Saturdays: January 28  – February 25, 2023

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Pacific Time

On Zoom

This five-session series provides a safe and supportive space for Black practitioners to begin, refresh and strengthen their meditation and daily mindfulness practice. The sessions focus on the intersection of Buddhism and Black collective wisdom as the teachings of the Buddha are explored in the context of our unique experiences and expressions. The framework for the series is the Divine Abodes (lovingkindness, compassion, empathetic joy, equanimity) which cultivate positive mind states. These qualities can be empowering to face social and racial injustices in a manner that reduces harm for all. The group’s time together will include guided meditation, facilitated discussions and opportunities to share and connect with each other.

To register and receive the Zoom link for the program, click on the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYud-uopjsiHtL9NPQ-r1kxBvmzXVyYlqUN

Facilitator: Anne Roise

Anne Roise has been a Zen practitioner since 1971 when she left Canada as a teenager to study with her first teacher, Shunryu Suzuki Roshi. She is lay-ordained in the Soto Zen tradition. Anne completed the Buddhist Chaplaincy program at the Sati Center and is also a trained mindfulness facilitator through the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. She is the Director of Programs and Online Operations at Spirit Rock Meditation Center and serves on the boards of Mindful Schools and the San Francisco Zen Center. Anne has a graduate degree in City Planning from MIT and is a Certified Life Coach.

With Anne Roise

Five Saturdays: January 28  – February 25, 2023

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Pacific Time

On Zoom

This five-session series provides a safe and supportive space for Black practitioners to begin, refresh and strengthen their meditation and daily mindfulness practice. The sessions focus on the intersection of Buddhism and Black collective wisdom as the teachings of the Buddha are explored in the context of our unique experiences and expressions. The framework for the series is the Divine Abodes (lovingkindness, compassion, empathetic joy, equanimity) which cultivate positive mind states. These qualities can be empowering to face social and racial injustices in a manner that reduces harm for all. The group’s time together will include guided meditation, facilitated discussions and opportunities to share and connect with each other.

To register and receive the Zoom link for the program, click on the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYud-uopjsiHtL9NPQ-r1kxBvmzXVyYlqUN

Facilitator: Anne Roise

Anne Roise has been a Zen practitioner since 1971 when she left Canada as a teenager to study with her first teacher, Shunryu Suzuki Roshi. She is lay-ordained in the Soto Zen tradition. Anne completed the Buddhist Chaplaincy program at the Sati Center and is also a trained mindfulness facilitator through the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. She is the Director of Programs and Online Operations at Spirit Rock Meditation Center and serves on the boards of Mindful Schools and the San Francisco Zen Center. Anne has a graduate degree in City Planning from MIT and is a Certified Life Coach.

With Anne Roise

Five Saturdays: January 28  – February 25, 2023

9:00 AM – 10:30 AM Pacific Time

On Zoom

This five-session series provides a safe and supportive space for Black practitioners to begin, refresh and strengthen their meditation and daily mindfulness practice. The sessions focus on the intersection of Buddhism and Black collective wisdom as the teachings of the Buddha are explored in the context of our unique experiences and expressions. The framework for the series is the Divine Abodes (lovingkindness, compassion, empathetic joy, equanimity) which cultivate positive mind states. These qualities can be empowering to face social and racial injustices in a manner that reduces harm for all. The group’s time together will include guided meditation, facilitated discussions and opportunities to share and connect with each other.

To register and receive the Zoom link for the program, click on the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYud-uopjsiHtL9NPQ-r1kxBvmzXVyYlqUN

Facilitator: Anne Roise

Anne Roise has been a Zen practitioner since 1971 when she left Canada as a teenager to study with her first teacher, Shunryu Suzuki Roshi. She is lay-ordained in the Soto Zen tradition. Anne completed the Buddhist Chaplaincy program at the Sati Center and is also a trained mindfulness facilitator through the UCLA Mindful Awareness Research Center. She is the Director of Programs and Online Operations at Spirit Rock Meditation Center and serves on the boards of Mindful Schools and the San Francisco Zen Center. Anne has a graduate degree in City Planning from MIT and is a Certified Life Coach.

The Buddha named a list of five qualities in a wide range of suttas, calling them types of wealth, ways of fortifying the mind, modes of spiritual growth, accomplishments, and inspirations. They are: Faith, virtue, learning, generosity, and wisdom.

Perhaps we could call these “Dharma resources” – resources from which the heart draws to respond well to situations both on and off the cushion. Over three sessions, we will explore these qualities through meditation, teachings, readings, and small group discussion. Participants will also be encouraged to practice with these resources in daily life.

Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.

The registration and Mentor application form is found here.

Please register. The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longer application is required to be assigned a mentor in addition to the group meetings.  Mentoring slots may fill.  

The program has the following elements:

1. 2-1/2 hour monthly meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
2. Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
3. A monthly one-hour personal meeting with an Eightfold Path mentor (if you apply for this) to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors.
4. Four optional drop-in Discussion/Q&A sessions for anyone, but especially for those with no personal mentor.
5. Ends with a one-day Eightfold Path retreat on Zoom.

Contact eightfoldpath@insightmeditationcenter.org with questions.

The Buddha named a list of five qualities in a wide range of suttas, calling them types of wealth, ways of fortifying the mind, modes of spiritual growth, accomplishments, and inspirations. They are: Faith, virtue, learning, generosity, and wisdom.

Perhaps we could call these “Dharma resources” – resources from which the heart draws to respond well to situations both on and off the cushion. Over three sessions, we will explore these qualities through meditation, teachings, readings, and small group discussion. Participants will also be encouraged to practice with these resources in daily life.

The Buddha named a list of five qualities in a wide range of suttas, calling them types of wealth, ways of fortifying the mind, modes of spiritual growth, accomplishments, and inspirations. They are: Faith, virtue, learning, generosity, and wisdom.

Perhaps we could call these “Dharma resources” – resources from which the heart draws to respond well to situations both on and off the cushion. Over three sessions, we will explore these qualities through meditation, teachings, readings, and small group discussion. Participants will also be encouraged to practice with these resources in daily life.

Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.

The registration and Mentor application form is found here.

Please register. The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longer application is required to be assigned a mentor in addition to the group meetings.  Mentoring slots may fill.  

The program has the following elements:

1. 2-1/2 hour monthly meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
2. Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
3. A monthly one-hour personal meeting with an Eightfold Path mentor (if you apply for this) to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors.
4. Four optional drop-in Discussion/Q&A sessions for anyone, but especially for those with no personal mentor.
5. Ends with a one-day Eightfold Path retreat on Zoom.

Contact eightfoldpath@insightmeditationcenter.org with questions.

Pre-requisite: completion of IMC’s Introduction to Meditation course or the equivalent.

The registration and Mentor application form is found here.

Please register. The in-person and online versions of the program will occur parallel at the same time. Participants can attend either version throughout the program. After registering, you will receive Zoom links and course materials by email. A longer application is required to be assigned a mentor in addition to the group meetings.  Mentoring slots may fill.  

The program has the following elements:

1. 2-1/2 hour monthly meetings that include teachings, meditation, and discussions.
2. Readings, reflections, and practices for each month.
3. A monthly one-hour personal meeting with an Eightfold Path mentor (if you apply for this) to discuss one’s practice and reflections on the Eightfold Path factors.
4. Four optional drop-in Discussion/Q&A sessions for anyone, but especially for those with no personal mentor.
5. Ends with a one-day Eightfold Path retreat on Zoom.

Contact eightfoldpath@insightmeditationcenter.org with questions.