The Open Heart Zen Sangha: Practice Schedule & Retreats
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We practice every Wednesday in the Brunner Chapel, from 7pm-8:30, on the 2nd Floor of the First Unitarian Church of Wilmington, Delaware.
Our core practices are guided sitting meditation, silent sitting meditation, silent walking meditation, and we typically will have a monthly dharma talk.
The first Wednesday of the month includes an extended orientation for newcomers to the practice. We also have special events from time to time, including book discussions and sangha dinners. A limited number of mat and cushions combos are available for use.
Monthly Practice Schedule
First Wednesday of the Month
Introductions and Orientation for Newcomers (approx. 20 min)
Guided Meditation (approx. 25 min)
Walking Meditation (approx. 10 min)
Silent Sitting Meditation (approx. 25 min)
Chanting & Four Great Vows (approx. 10 min)
Weeks 2, 3, & 5
Introductions and Orientation to Practice (approx. 5 min)
Guided sitting meditation (approx. 30 min)
Walking meditation (approx. 15 min)
Silent sitting meditation (approx. 30 min)
Chanting & Four Great Vows (approx. 10 min)
Week 4
Introductions and Orientation to Practice (approx. 5 min)
Guided meditation (approx. 30 min)
Walking meditation (approx. 10 min)
Dharma Talk (approx. 45 minutes)
Chanting & Four Great Vows (approx. 10 min)
Retreat Schedule 2011-2012
We also have several day long retreat scheduled each year (see below for the current schedule). These "day of mindfulness" retreats are a wonderful opportunity to bring the sangha together for a variety of mindfulness practices and a wonderful vegetarian potluck lunch. All retreats are $25 and checks should be made out to the First Unitarian Church (with retreat and date in the subject line)Fall Day of mindfulness - 9/24/11
Winter Day of Mindfulness - 1/21/12
Spring Day of Mindfulness - 5/26/12