Dear Friends —
In May we have been practicing with a phrase from the Refuge Chant: “I vow to live simply and sanely with few possessions.” In June, we will finish the sentence: “keeping my body healthy.” We will begin the month with the Ceremony to Recite the Five Mindfulness Trainings. During the rest of the month, we will explore the Dharma teachings and our everyday practice of eating mindfully, taking care of our bodies by taking care of the Earth, and taking refuge in silence and our bodies through the practice of Mindful Movement.
Our Day of Mindfulness will be held on Saturday, June 13 from 9:45 am- 3:15 pm at Mountain Rain Zen Centre . Looking deeply into how we keep our bodies healthy, we will consider how our practice of the fourth Paramita – Diligence – supports this practice. We will also consider how keeping our bodies healthy also supports our practice of the fourth Paramita – Diligence! The day will consist of sitting and walking meditation, sutra service, mindful eating, deep relaxation after lunch, a panel of sangha members sharing their insights around keeping our individual and collective bodies healthy and Dharma discussion. All are welcome. Please bring a bag lunch. Tea will be provided.
