MindSpace, our under 40 meditation group, will begin meeting on Tuesdays at 7PM on January 10th. Tergar Bozeman starts meeting this Wednesday, January 11 at 5:30 PM. The Bozeman Zen Group will host a drop-in sit from 5:30-6:15 PM on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays beginning January 9th. We are thankful for so many opportunities to practice!
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Intro to Meditation
Learn practices from the Insight, Zen and Tibetan traditions during this class series (Jan 18, Jan 25, and Feb 1). Meditation can help to calm the mind, open the heart, and awaken wisdom. It is a means to study ourselves by contacting our inner life. When we know ourselves well, we are better able to relate to others in the world with integrity and confidence. In the Buddhist tradition there are several meditation styles that can aid us in developing the qualities of peacefulness and wisdom. Join us for any or all of this series, if you would like to begin a meditation practice or renew the one you already have.
Open House
If you haven’t seen our new space, here’s your chance! We will have an open house on Friday, January 13 from 5:30-6:30 PM. Bring your questions. Meet staff, volunteers, and group leaders and other like minded-people. There’s a rumor that snacks will be available.
Resolutions, Intentions & New Beginnings
On Saturday, January 7, join Insight Meditation and Mindful Self-Compassion teacher, Suzanne Colón, for an exploration of a perennial paradox: Can we appreciate ourselves just as we are, while also wishing for some changes in behavior? This workshop will include guided meditations, journal exercises and teachings from Buddhist-based resilience practices as well as perspectives on the Inner Critic from the Mindful Self-Compassion Course. All are welcome, no prior meditation experience necessary. Please bring a journal. Prior registration is required. In-person attendance is limited to 35 participants, online Zoom participation is unlimited. Register here.
Book Study Opportunities
Bozeman Zen Group (Sundays, 8 AM), Joining Rivers Sangha (Mondays 7-8:30 PM) and MindSpace (Wednesdays, 6:30-745 PM) are all studying amazing books right now! Bozeman Zen Group is studying Norman Fischer’s Training in Compassion: Zen Teachings on the Practice of Lojong on Sundays, 8-9:15 AM via Zoom. Joining Rivers is studying Creating True Peace: Ending Violence in Yourself, Your Family, Your Community, and the World by Thich Nhat Hahn and MindSpace is studying Jon Kabat-Zinn’s book Wherever You Go, There You Are. You do not need to attend all of the sessions or own the books to gain great insight from these meetings. All welcome!
Metta Christmas
Our annual tradition of taking time for quiet reflection on Christmas continues. Join us from 4-5 PM on Sunday, December 25 for the gift of shared practice during this silent, drop-in sit. All welcome.
Annual Appeal Update
Thank you to the 45 donors who have helped us raise $9430 toward our goal of $20,000! Our annual appeal provides almost a quarter of our operating budget. We can’t do it without you! You can contribute through our donation page under the Giving Tab. You can also contribute through Venmo by scanning the QR code below. Any amount is helpful and appreciated!
Dana Paramita is a fundamental Buddhist practice. It encourages us to be as generous as possible in support of three facets of life: generosity of resources, generosity of time and attention, generosity of sharing the Dharma. Your financial support will make a meaningful difference for maintaining our new home.
Winter Solstice Celebration
Come share candlelight, poetry, and practice to welcome back the sun during this in-person ceremony on Wednesday December 21 from 6-7 PM. No registration required. This event is in-person only. There will be activities for children!
Study Opportunities!
Joining Rivers Sangha (Monday 7-8:30 PM) and MindSpace (Wednesdays, 6:30-745 PM) are both studying amazing books right now! Joining Rivers is studying Creating True Peace: Ending Violence in Yourself, Your Family, Your Community, and the World by Thich Nhat Hahn and MindSpace is studying Jon Kabat-Zinn’s book Wherever You Go, There You Are. You do not need to attend all of the sessions or own the books to gain great insight from these meetings. All welcome!
Our Annual Appeal is Underway
We know you hear a lot of requests for financial support at this time of year and hope you consider the Bozeman Dharma Center when you make your end of year giving. The annual appeal is extremely important to us; it provided 22% of our operating budget last year. Your support literally keeps us operating! You can contribute through our donation page under the Giving Tab. You can also contribute through Venmo by scanning the QR code below. Any amount is helpful and appreciated!
Dana Paramita is a fundamental Buddhist practice. It encourages us to be as generous as possible in support of three facets of life: generosity of resources, generosity of time and attention, generosity of sharing the Dharma. Your financial support will make a meaningful difference for maintaining our new home.