Notes
- Holston Valley Sangha (Wednesday morning session that used to meet at UU Church) will now be meeting at ADMC in Johnson City.
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Here's what's happening this week at ADMC
| Monday September 24 7 - 9pm |
Western Buddhist Group - We will study the Seven Point Mind Training/Lojong Practice that was introduced by Lama Gursam in his teaching session during his recent visit to ADMC, It is a practice meant to develop our compassionate heart. We will introduce each of the Lojong slogans, along with the commentary thereof, followed by discussion and a commitment to work with that particular slogan in our daily life during the week. We will be using The Intelligent Heart: A Guide to the Compassionate Life by Dzigar Kongtrul as well as additional resources. It is not necessary to purchase the book as we will have several copies and read and discuss together. This Week: Lojong Slogan #53: Do not be sporadic. If we are complacent about our path, we will never do what it takes to drive the tenacious rascal of self-importance out of our hearts. This slogan urges us not to check out. There is no such thing as a vacation from working with our mind.Each session will end with a 30-minute period of silent meditation. Here are links to the Thich Nhat Hanh's new translation of the Heart Sutra:
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| Wednesday September 26 9:30 - 11am |
Western Buddhist Group -
(formerly Holston Valley Sangha) -
Will now be meeting at ADMC in Johnson City.
We will begin reading Why Buddhism is True: The Science and Philosophy of Meditation and Enlightenment by Robert Wright."At the heart of the Buddhism is a simple claim: The reason we suffer-and the reason we make other people suffer- is that we don't see the world clearly. |
| Wednesday September 26 6:30 - 7:30pm |
Cultivating Qualities of the Heart
In this weekly session, our focus has alternated between the Ten Perfections (Paramitas) - guideposts toward the virtue leading to an elightened life, and the Four Brahmavihāras or Four Immeasurables. Currently we are doing facilitator's choice, where a different topic is chosen every week. This week: As we struggle to navigate an increasingly complex world, MERCY points the way forward. This week we will contemplate the importance of mercy in our lives, the power it can have if we welcome it, and the unexpected value of sharing it with others and ourselves. Wednesday’s session will include a short reading from Rediscovering Mercy by Anne Lamott followed by silent meditation. From beginners to seasoned meditators, everyone is welcome. |
| Thursday September 27 7 - 8pm |
Mindful Recovery - Anyone recovering from any type of addiction, including alcoholism and drug addiction, is invited to attend this group. The group can serve as an alternative to, or an addition to, traditional 12-step recovery meetings. Respecting the sensitivities of others, please refrain from using heavy fragrances when you attend. For more information contact us . |
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Sunday September 30 10am - 12pm |
Zen Meditation - Our group practices meditation and discussion based on Zen traditions. As lay facilitators we strive to promote wisdom and compassion through our practice. We believe by sitting together we can strengthen our group (Sangha) and individual commitment to following Buddhist teachings (Dharma). Many books recommended by our facilitators can be found at the Zen section of our Amazon Store. All are welcome to attend. Meetings begin with 30 minutes of social time. Sitting meditation (zazen) begins at 10:30. Normally we have two periods of silent meditation separated by walking meditation (kinhin). A reading and discussion follow. For further information contact . |
| Monday October 1 7 - 9pm |
Western Buddhist Group - We will study the Seven Point Mind Training/Lojong Practice that was introduced by Lama Gursam in his teaching session during his recent visit to ADMC, It is a practice meant to develop our compassionate heart. We will introduce each of the Lojong slogans, along with the commentary thereof, followed by discussion and a commitment to work with that particular slogan in our daily life during the week. We will be using The Intelligent Heart: A Guide to the Compassionate Life by Dzigar Kongtrul as well as additional resources. It is not necessary to purchase the book as we will have several copies and read and discuss together. Each session will end with a 30-minute period of silent meditation. Here are links to the Thich Nhat Hanh's new translation of the Heart Sutra:
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by Robert Wright.Special Notes
- Lama Gursam's visit to Appalachian Dharma on May 1, 2015, to speak about the meaning of Om Mani Padme Hum as well as compassion and meditation in everyday life has been preserved in this video.
- Appalachian Dharma & Meditation Center's Chairperson was on WETS, 89.5 FM, Thursday, July 28 and Sunday, July 1, 2012. To hear the podcast, go to: religionforlife.podomatic.com/entry/2012-07-03T07_00_00-07_00 or visit the interviewer's Religion For Life web site at www.religionforlife.com.
The vision of the Appalachian Dharma & Meditation Center is to facilitate a community of Buddhist practice that fosters the integration of wisdom and compassion. Our aim, as individuals and as a community, is to cultivate insight into the nature of mind and reality and overcome ego-orientated ways of being. We are a nonsectarian Buddhist center that offers weekly programs in Zen and Western Buddhism.
