Open Heart Zen Sangha

Monthly Dharma Discussion: Wednesday, August 28, 2019

8/9/2019

We will view video "The The power of Conscious Awareness" by Gelong Thubten (click to view) on Wednesday August 28, at 7:00 pm. Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation trainer and author. In 1993, at the age of 21, he ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist monk at Samye Ling Monastery in Scotland. He has spent over six years in intensive meditation retreats, the longest of which was 4 years. Looking forward to seeing you at Brunner Chapel. _()_
Mark your Calendar:
Weekly Practice- Every Wednesday from 7 pm to 8:30 pm
One Day Retreat -Saturday, September 14, 2019, from 9 am to 3 pm
Saturday, November 2, 2019, from 9 am to 3 pm

One Day Retreat - Saturday, September 14, 2019, from 9 to 3

8/8/2019

Saturday, September 14, 2019, from 9 am to 3 pm, is our one day retreat. Please click on the link Retreat Sign Up (click here) to sign up for the retreat. (Just add your name and the dish you'll bring to the potluck (no dish with nuts please) and that's it---once you enter your name and dish--just close the window and everything is automatically saved!).   
A donation of $25 either cash or check is recommended but not required. Check should be made out to the First Unitarian Church of Wilmington with the words "2019 September Retreat” in the subject line. Looking forward to seeing you at the retreat.

Monthly Dharma Discussion Wednesday July 31, 2019, 7:00PM

7/12/2019

We will view video Gelong Thubten explains how to develop a daily mindfulness practice (click to view) on Wednesday July 31, at 7:00 pm. Gelong Thubten is a Buddhist monk, meditation trainer and author. In 1993, at the age of 21, he ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist monk at Samye Ling Monastery in Scotland. He has spent over six years in intensive meditation retreats, the longest of which was 4 years.
Looking forward to seeing you on Wednesday July 31, 2019, 7:00 pm  at Brunner Chapel.

Mark your Calendar: Weekly Practice- Every Wednesday from 7 pm to 8:30 pm
Mindful walking - Saturday July 20, 2019, 9:15 am at Garden Valley Park
One Day Retreat -Saturday, September 14, 2019, from 9 am to 3 pm
Saturday, November 2, 2019, from 9 am to 3 pm

Mindful Walking at Garden Valley Park, Saturday, July 20, 2019, 9:15 AM

7/12/2019

Please join OHZS for “A mindful walk”, Saturday July 20, meeting at 9:15AM in the parking lot of Valley Garden Park in Greenville DE.
Walking mediation is to learn to be aware as you walk, to use the natural movement of walking to cultivate mindfulness and wakeful presence.
~ Jack Kornfield
Following a short seated meditation on the garden wall, individuals will follow an approximate 1 mile route along paved paths and trimmed meadows all while practicing noble silence and the simple observation of the natural world. This walk will take place Rain (light) or Shine, so dress appropriately for the weather and don’t forget your bug spray and sun screen. At the conclusion, bring a folding chair and enjoy coffee and donuts with the Sangha before beginning the rest of your weekend. No charge and all are welcome
Valley Garden Park, 500 Cambell Rd., Greenville, DE 19807 (Click to view the map)
Looking forward to seeing you at the park

Monthly Dharma Discussion: Wednesday, June 26, 2019

6/9/2019

We will view video "Could You Elaborate On Ego Versus Healthy Self-Esteem?"
by Eckhart Tolle (11 minutes, click to view) on Wednesday June 26, at 7:00 pm.
Eckhart is a spiritual teacher and author who was born in Germany and educated at the Universities of London and Cambridge. Eckhart’s profound yet simple teachings have already helped countless people throughout the world find inner peace and greater fulfillment in their lives. At the core of the teachings lies the transformation of consciousness, a spiritual awakening that he sees as the next step in human evolution. An essential aspect of this awakening consists in transcending our ego-based state of consciousness. This is a prerequisite not only for personal happiness but also for the ending of violence on our planet.
Looking forward to seeing you on Wednesday June 26, 2019, 7:00 pm  at Brunner Chapel. _()_

Monthly Dharma Discussion: Wednesday, May 29, 2019

5/3/2019

We will view video "How End Stress, Unhappiness and Anxiety" by Preethaji (18 minutes, click to view) on Wednesday May 29, at 7:00 pm.
If you are stressed-out, anxious or chronically unhappy, this talk will lead you through an authentic journey of self-knowing and freedom to illuminate the root causes of stress. Combining storytelling and meditation, One World Academy Co-Founder, Preethaji, shares teachings to help shift us from living in a stressful-state, to living in what she describes as a beautiful state. One World Academy is a wisdom school based in a new tradition where the focus is on knowing oneself and discovering that we are connected to all that exists.

One Day Retreat - Saturday, May 18, 2019, 9 to 3

4/9/2019

Saturday, May 18, 2019, 9 am to 3 pm, is our one day retreat. Please click on the link Retreat Sign Up (click here) to sign up for the retreat. (Just add your name and the dish you'll bring to the potluck (no dish with nuts please) and that's it---once you enter your name and dish--just close the window and everything is automatically saved!).   
The first floor kitchen at the church is under renovation. Please bring your food to 2nd floor Brunner Chapel. We will use the kitchenette across from Brunner Chapel to prepare for our lunch and have our lunch at room 25.
A donation of $25 either cash or check is recommended but not required. Check should be made out to the First Unitarian Church of Wilmington with the words "2019 May Retreat” in the subject line.
Looking forward to seeing you at the retreat.

Monthly Dharma Discussion - Wednesday, April 24, 2019, 7:00 PM

4/9/2019

We will view video "How Do I Love Myself?" by Thich Nhat Hanh
(13 minutes, click to view) on Wednesday, April 24, at 7:00 pm.
Thích Nhất Hạnh is a Vietnamese Buddhist monk and peace activist, founder of the Plum Village in southwest France. Looking forward to seeing you on Wednesday April 24, 2019, 7:00 pm

Monthly Dharma Discussion March 27,2019

3/11/2019

We will view video "Oprah Winfrey talks with Thich Nhat Hanh" Excerpt 21 minutes, click to view) on Wednesday March 27, at 7:00 pm.
Thích Nhất Hạnh is a Vietnamese Buddhist monk and peace activist, founder of the Plum Village in southwest France. Looking forward to seeing you on Wednesday March 27, 2019, 7:00 pm  at Brunner Chapel. _()_
Mark your Calendar:
Weekly Practice- Every Wednesday from 7 pm to 8:30 pm
Next One Day Retreat -Saturday, May 18, from 9 am to 3 pm

One Day Retreat Saturday March 9, 2019

2/3/2019

Saturday, March 9, 2019, from 9 am to 3 pm is the Open Heart Meditation Group one day retreat at the First Unitarian Church of Wilmington Brunner Chapel. You can sign up for the retreat by clicking this link: Retreat Sign Up (click here). Just add your name and the dish you'll bring to the potluck and close the document.   If you are new to the retreat, please check the Retreat Information (Click to View) for details. A donation of $25 either cash or check is recommended but not required. Check should be made out to the First Unitarian Church of Wilmington with the words "2019 March Retreat” in the subject line. Looking forward to seeing you at the retreat.

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