Infinite Smile Sangha is a non-profit organization that endeavors to integrate a relevant spirituality with 21st century living. Our mission is to expose our selves, and others, to spiritual teachings that integrate stillness, wisdom, and compassion into our day-to-day lives. As we walk this path, we intend to embody the transformation that we wish to see in the world through the Zen-inspired, meditative practices that are led and taught by Michael McAlister.
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The Bay Area Open Sangha exists to allow people to practice and study the Buddhadharma, the teachings of the Buddha, without concern for sectarianism or the historical lines between traditions of Buddhism. This is not to say that these lines are ignored and traditions are mixed without reflection or regard to their conflicts. The Buddha taught many ways to practice the Dharma and his teachings have come down over two and half thousand years to this day. Many of the differences in doctrine and p …
If you are curious about Buddhism and would like to know more about its practices and teachings and how they can help you encounter the basic sanity, wholeness, peacefulness, ease, and selfless compassion that is at the heart of our lives - please join us. You need not have any previous experience with Buddhism or meditation - the Nichiren Buddhist Sangha is for everyone from total novices to those who already have a lot of practice and experience. We meet each Sunday to practice silent …
We are a sacred order, bringing into being a harmonious and loving world through the practice of meditative, compassionate awareness and mindful stewardship. This sangha is led by Daju Huihai Suzanne Friedman, a priest in the Hollow Bones Rinzai Zen Order, and a student of Junpo Kando Denis Kelly, Abbot & Founder of Hollow Bones & Mondo Zen. We hold Zen meditation & services, qigong practice, as well as Mondo Zen, workshops & retreats. Learn more from our website: www.ZenDimSum.com Mondo Z …
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… It is our intention that this evolutionary sangha will inspire and support its members to gracefully unfold their potential on their path of awakening, fulfillment, purpose and service. Format Our gatherings are likely to include: all-levels yoga, pranayama (breathing) or meditation practice (optional), potluck, chanting, wisdom teachings, poetry, music and community dialogue. Who Anyone who loves yogic practices, yoga philosophy & diverse yoga community. Background The story about how this Me …
The purpose of this group is to support the creation of a vibrant tantric community of likeminded others, and share the tantra vision with the world. Steve & Lokita Carter are lineage holders of Margot Anand's SkyDancing Tantra. Margot is the author of several best-selling titles on Tantra, including the "bible" of modern Tantra, "The Art of Sexual Ecstasy". If you are interested in SkyDancing Tantra, would like to learn more about it, want to connect and like-minded others, and deepen your tant …
Ever thought about meditation? Don't know how to start? This a great opportunity for both those who are just beginning their spiritual journey as well as those who have been journeying for awhile to unveil the limitless wisdom and compassion that is our fullest potential, by helping to support each other as we integrate Buddha's teachings into our daily lives. Learning how to be truly happy and enjoy real, authentic peace of mind is the aim of this group. Come learn how to meditate!
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