Calendar of Past Activities
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TEXAS
(for on-going weekly events in Dallas, click here: Dallas Weekly Events)
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JANUARY 2006
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Sunday, January 1, 11 am-12 noon
New Year's Day celebration & ceremony with music, movement and more.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing, Wiley Beveridge and Rev. Donna J. Little
Location: Unity Center of Light @ Storybook Ranch,
3701 S. Custer Rd. (FM 2478), McKinney, TX 75070
For more information:
www.UCLight.org
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Thursday, January 19, 7:30-9:30 pm
"Grand Opening" of Trinity River Sangha
(Community of Mindful Living).
Chanting, Sitting & Walking Meditation, Teachings, Sharing, and more.
If you would like to contribute a song, flowers, candles, or refreshments
for this special occasion, please contact Brother ChiSing:
ChiSing@InterMindful.com
Location: City Central (Clubhouse), 7407 Fair Oaks Ave., Dallas, TX 75231
For directions to City Central:
City Central Clubhouse
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Sunday, January 22, 3-5 pm
Beginners' Meditation Class (learn basics of sitting & walking meditation)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing & core members of Trinity River Sangha (CML)
Location: City Central (Clubhouse), 7407 Fair Oaks Ave., Dallas, TX 75231
For directions to City Central:
www.citycentralapts.com
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FEBRUARY 2006
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Sunday, February 5, 3:00-4:30 pm
Brother ChiSing speaking on: "Beginning Anew"
Sponsored by students of the Mindfulness Club
at the University of North Texas (UNT) in Denton
Contact: Jared Crebs,
JCrebs3@yahoo.com
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Friday-Sunday, February 10-12
Zen Weekend Retreat (intensive, not for beginners)
"Christian-friendly" and open to all faiths
Facilitated by Fr. Robert Kennedy, S.J. (Brother ChiSing will be attending)
Location: Maria Kannon Zen Center, 6532 Hunnicut Rd., Dallas, TX 75227
For more information:
www.MKZC.org
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Friday-Sunday, February 17-19
"Weekend of Mindfulness" Retreat (beginner-friendly)
The Annual Texas Regional Retreat for all sanghas and students of Thich Nhat Hanh (all are welcome).
Location: (a retreat center near Austin, TX)
For more information:
www.PlumBlossomSangha.org
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MARCH 2006
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Saturday, March 11, 10:00 am-1:00 pm
Beginners Meditation Class
Come learn the basics of meditation and mindfulness in this easy
3-hour class for beginners. All faiths are welcome.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing, by donation
Location: City Central (Clubhouse)
7407 Fair Oaks Ave. @ Pineland Ave., Dallas, TX 75231
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Sunday, March 12, 10 am-12 noon
Brother ChiSing speaking on: "The Buddha's Teachings on Love"
Sunday Service is at 10 am, and the Practice Forum is at 11 am,
including a short guided meditation and outdoor walking meditation.
Location: Unitarian Universalist Church of Oak Cliff
3839 W. Kiest Blvd, Dallas, TX 75233
www.OakCliffUU.com
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APRIL 2006
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Saturday & Sunday, April 22 & 23
College Students "Weekend of Mindfulness" Retreat
Sponsored by students of the Mindfulness Club
at the University of North Texas (UNT) in Denton
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing, by donation
Contact: Jared Crebs, JCrebs3@yahoo.com
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Saturday, April 30, 11:00 am
Brother ChiSing speaking on: "The Buddha's Teaching on Love"
Location: Arlington Unitarian Universalist Church
2001 California Lane, Arlington, TX 76015
www.arlington-tx-uu.org
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MAY 2006
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Thursday, May 18, 7:30 pm
Celebrate the Buddha
An Interfaith Celebration of Buddha's Enlightenment
Music, Poetry, Meditation, Blessing Ritual, Refreshments and
a Message by Brother ChiSing on "Awakening to Who You Really Are"
All are welcome to join us for this beautiful meditation and celebration
of "WESAK":
Buddha's Birth, Enlightenment, and Nirvana
Trinity River Sangha City Central (Clubhouse), 7407 Fair Oaks Ave. @
Pineland Ave, Dallas, Texas, 75231
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JUNE 2006
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[Brother ChiSing will be on retreat with Thich
Nhat Hanh at Plum Village, France,
for the 21-Day Retreat: "Breath of the
Buddha." If you would like to attend as well,
you can find more information
at:
www.PlumVillage.org
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DECEMBER 2006
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Tuesday, December 19, 7:00 p.m.
WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION
sponsored by MoonLady, etc.
at the Cathedral of Hope (Dallas, TX)
(expecting 700+ persons to attend!)
* Brother ChiSing will be in the ritual leading a Guided Meditation *
For more info, go to: www.MoonLady.com
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Thursday, December 21, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
WINTER SOLSTICE "Open House"
Awakening Heart Sangha's
Special Holiday Gathering
facilitated by Brother ChiSing
Topic: "BEGINNING ANEW through MINDFUL COMMUNICATION"
Location: City Central (Clubhouse)
7407 Fair Oaks Ave. @ Pineland Dr.
Dallas, TX 75231
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JANUARY 2007
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Sunday, January, 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
BREATH OF LIFE
Interfaith Mindfulness Fellowship Series
at the Cathedral Of Hope
#1 - "Buddhist-Christian Dialogue:
An Interfaith Approach to Life"
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
5910 Cedar Springs @ Inwood (in Dallas)
Flyer: Catherdral of Hope
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Sunday, January, 28, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
BREATH OF LIFE
Interfaith Mindfulness Fellowship Series
at the Cathedral Of Hope
#2 - "Buddhism, Science,
and Interfaith Spirituality"
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
5910 Cedar Springs @ Inwood (in Dallas)
Flyer: Catherdral of Hope
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FEBRUARY 2007
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Sunday, February 4, 5:30-7:30 pm
BREATH OF LIFE
Interfaith Mindfulness Fellowship Series
at the Cathedral Of Hope
#3 - "Interfaith Buddhist Meditation
and 'The Art of Mindful Living' "
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
5910 Cedar Springs @ Inwood (in Dallas)
Flyer: Catherdral of Hope
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Sunday, February 18, 5:30-7:30 pm
Interfaith Multicultural
LUNAR NEW YEAR
"Celebration of Peace"
(at the Cathedral of Hope)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing and others
5910 Cedar Springs @ Inwood (in Dallas)
Flyer: Lunar New Year Celebration of Peace
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Friday PM - Sunday AM, February 23-25
WEEKEND MINDFULNESS RETREAT
NEAR AUSTIN, TEXAS
Facilitated by Brother Chan Huy
(a Dharma Teacher ordained by Thich Nhat Hanh)
Carpools from Dallas arranged by Brother ChiSing
For more info, contact: ChiSing@InterMindful.com
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Sunday, February 25, 7:00-9:00 pm
MEDITATION AT COSMIC CAFE
Meditation, music, teaching and sharing. Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
with the world flutes music of Cornell Kinderknecht. Open to all.
Flyer: Meditation & More @Cosmic Cafe
Cosmic Cafe (upstairs)
2912 Oaklawn Ave, Dallas, Texas 75219
http://www.cosmiccafedallas.com
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MARCH 2007
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Sunday, March 4, 10:00 am
"THE GREAT SHIFT HAS BEGUN"
Unitarian Universalist Church of Oak Cliff
Brother ChiSing will deliver the sermon at the Sunday morning service.
3839 W. Kiest Blvd., Dallas, Texas 75233.
Website
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Sunday, March 11, 11:00 am
"TAKING REFUGE IN THE THREE JEWELS OF ENLIGHTENMENT"
Arlington Unitarian Universalist Church
Brother ChiSing will deliver the sermon at the Sunday morning service.
2001 California Lane, Arlington, Texas 76015.
Website
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Sunday, March 11, 3:00 pm
"THE SIX QUALITIES OF BUDDHAS-IN-TRAINING"
University of North Texas
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Denton, Texas.
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Sunday, March 11, 7:00-9:00 pm
MEDITATION & MORE @ COSMIC CAFE
Meditation, music, teaching and sharing. Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
with the world flutes music of Cornell Kinderknecht. Open to all.
Flyer: Meditation & More @ Cosmic Cafe
Cosmic Cafe (upstairs)
2912 Oaklawn Ave, Dallas, Texas 75219.
Website
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Tuesday, March 20, 7:30-9:00 pm
SPRING EQUINOX EVE MEDITATION
Meditation and Kirtan chanting. Collaboration with Ananda Dallas Center
Ananda Dallas Center
4901 Keller Springs Road, Suite 103, Addison, TX 75001
Website: http://www.anandadallas.org
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Sunday, March 25, 10:30 am
"THE MIRACLES OF MINDFULNESS"
Community Unitarian Universalist Church of Plano, Texas
Brother ChiSing will deliver the sermon at the Sunday morning service.
Music by Cornell Kinderknecht and Dorayne Breedlove.
2875 East Parker Road, Plano, Texas 75074
Website: http://cms.uuplano.org
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Sunday, March 25, 7:00-9:00 pm
MEDITATION & MORE @ COSMIC CAFE
Meditation, music, teaching and sharing. Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
with the world flutes music of Cornell Kinderknecht. Open to all.
Flyer: Meditation & More @ Cosmic Cafe
Cosmic Cafe (upstairs)
2912 Oaklawn Ave, Dallas, Texas 75219.
Website
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APRIL 2007
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Saturday, April 7, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
INTERFAITH Pre-Easter "DAY OF MINDFULNESS"
"Holy Saturday: THE SACRED PAUSE
Between Crucifixion and Resurrection"
Instructions, Sitting & walking meditation, Eating meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings, Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location: Denton Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
1111 Cordell St, Denton TX 76201.
Website
Flyer: Denton Day of Mindfulness
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Sunday, April 8, 10:30 am
EASTER SERVICE
Denton Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
Brother ChiSing will deliver the sermon at the Easter Sunday service.
1111 Cordell St, Denton TX 76201.
Website
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Sunday, April 8, 4:00-6:00 pm
GLOBAL SACRED MUSIC CELEBRATION
"Reflections on hope, peace, and the divine"
Sponsored by DFW International Community Alliance
Brother ChiSing and
Cornell Kinderknecht, world flutes.
Eastern Faiths musical presentation.
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest, Dallas, Texas
Website: http://www.dfwinternational.org/festival/Sacred.php
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Saturday, April 14, 9:00 am-5:00 pm (Note new date)
INTERFAITH Post-Easter "DAY OF MINDFULNESS"
"After Resurrecting, THEN WHAT?"
Instructions, Sitting & walking meditation, Eating meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings, Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location: Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230 website
Flyer: Dallas Day of Mindfulness
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Tuesday, April 17, 7:30-9:00 pm
EARTH DAY Meditation and Kirtan Chanting
An Interfaith Ananda-Buddhist collaboration
with Ananda Yoga Center of Dallas (Paramhansa Yogananda)
4901 Keller Springs Road, Suite 103, Addison, TX 75001
Website: http://www.anandadallas.org
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Wednesday, April 18, 6:00 pm
Brother ChiSing will teach a one-hour class on Eastern Religions
at the Cathedral of Hope UCC.
5910 Cedar Springs @ Inwood, Dallas, Texas
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MAY 2007 - "Enlightenment Month"
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Wednesday, May 2, 6:15 pm
Brother ChiSing will teach a one-hour class on Buddhism
@ Cathedral of Hope UCC
5910 Cedar Springs @ Inwood, Dallas, Texas
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Sunday, May 20, 5:30-7:30 pm
BREATH OF LIFE (Interfaith Mindfulness Fellowship)
"WESAK: Annual Buddhist Celebration of ENLIGHTENMENT"
Meditation, music, ritual, readings, teaching.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing and others.
Deaf Interpretation will be provided.
Cathedral of Hope, 5910 Cedar Springs @ Inwood, Dallas, Texas
Flyer: Enlightenment Day
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Tuesday, May 22, 7:30-9:00 pm
KIRTAN AND MEDITATION
An Interfaith Ananda-Buddhist collaboration
with Ananda Yoga Center of Dallas (Paramhansa Yogananda)
Honoring Buddha's birth and enlightenment.
4901 Keller Springs Road, Suite 103, Addison, TX 75001
Website: http://www.anandadallas.org
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JUNE 2007
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Sunday, June 10, 9:00 am
Many Paths: One Presence - Buddhist Spirituality
Unity Church of Dallas
The weekly series will focus on Buddhism.
Brother ChiSing will lead chanting, ritual, meditation,
and a dialogue with Rev. Ed Townley.
Flute music by Cornell Kinderknecht
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas 75230
Website: www.unitydallas.org
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Tuesday, June 19, 7:30-9:00 pm
MONTHLY MEDITATION AND KIRTAN CHANTING
An Interfaith Ananda/Buddhist collaboration
with Ananda Yoga Center of Dallas (Paramhansa Yogananda)
4901 Keller Springs Road, Suite 103, Addison, TX 75001
Facilitated by Sue Chadwick and Brother ChiSing.
Website: http://www.anandadallas.org
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JULY 2007
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Sunday, July 15, 5:30-7:30 pm
SPECIAL GATHERING AT "BREATH OF LIFE" (Interfaith Mindfulness Fellowship)
Guest speaker: Dr. Ruben Habito (Zen Teacher) www.MKZC.org
Guest musician: Michael Gott www.MichaelGott.com
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Ln
Dallas, Texas 75230
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AUGUST 2007
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Saturday, August 11, 9am - 5pm
DAY OF MINDFULNESS
Instructions, Sitting & walking meditation, Eating meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings, Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
@ Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas 75230
Flyer: Dallas Day of Mindfulness
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Friday, August 24, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Ananda Dallas Kirtan Chanting and Meditation led by Raghu Clark
Ananda Dallas Meditation and Yoga Center
4901 Keller Springs Road, Suite 103, Addison, TX 75001
Website: http://www.AnandaDallas.org
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SEPTEMBER 2007
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Friday, September 21, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
"WORLD PEACE DAY"
The Message and Music of Peace
Led by Rev. Dr. Petra Weldes, Michael Gott, and Brother ChiSing
With musicians Cornell Kinderknecht (flutes) and Michael Kenny (drums)
Center for Spiritual Living
International Place
4801 Spring Valley Road, Dallas TX 75244
Web: www.csldallas.org, Phone: 972-866-9988
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Sunday, September 23, 5:30-7:30 pm
"AUTUMN EQUINOX CELEBRATION"
BREATH OF LIFE (Interfaith Mindfulness Fellowship)
Meditation, music, ritual, readings, teaching.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Musicians: Michael Gott, Robin Hackett, Cornell Kinderknecht
Sign Language Interpretation for the deaf will be provided.
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas 75230
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OCTOBER 2007 — "Buddhist Awareness Month"
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Thursday, October 11, 7:00-9:00 p.m.
THICH NHAT HANH'S 81st BIRTHDAY @ Awakening Heart Sangha
Special gathering to honor our teacher.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location: City Central (Clubhouse)
7407 Fair Oaks Ave. @ Pineland Ave., Dallas, TX 75231
→ See other events celebrating Thich Nhat Hanh's birthday
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TUESDAY "Gentle Zen"
Awaken to You Inner Buddha Joyfully!
Every Tuesday Evening in October, 7 p.m.
@ Center for Spiritual Living, Dallas
5-week course facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Center for Spiritual Living
Web: www.csldallas.org, Phone: 972-866-9988
Flyer: Gentle Zen
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Friday, October 19, 7:00-10:00 p.m.
BUDDHIST MOVIE NIGHT @ Center for Spiritual Living
Hosted by Brother ChiSing
"A Walk of Wisdom" by Victoria Holt
"Peace is Every Step: Meditation in Action"
(The Life and Work of Thich Nhat Hanh)
Center for Spiritual Living
International Place
4801 Spring Valley Road, Dallas TX 75244
Web: www.csldallas.org, Phone: 972-866-9988
→ See other events celebrating Thich Nhat Hanh's birthday
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Sunday, October 21, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
A Celebration of a Modern-Day Bodhisattva:
THICH NHAT HANH'S 81st BIRTHDAY @ Breath of Life
A beautiful evening of music, meditation, ritual, poetry
and candlelight blessings to honor our teacher.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Guest musicians: Michael Gott and others from Center for Spiritual Living
(Sangha potluck follows)
Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
→ See other events celebrating Thich Nhat Hanh's birthday
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NOVEMBER 2007
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Friday, November 2 - Sunday, November 4
FINDING HAPPINESS AND PEACE:
The Heart of Truthful and Loving Communication
A 3-day retreat in Houston, TX sponsored by
The Mindfulness Practice Community of Houston.
Facilitated by Brother Michael Ciborski.
For information and registration, visit:
MpcHouston.org
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WEDNESDAY "The Tao of Christ"
@ Unity Church of Dallas
Nov. 14 & 28 and Dec. 5 & 12
An Interfaith Buddhist Exploration of the Life and
Teachings of Jesus and Other Christian Mystics
(through study, meditation, music, mindful movement and creative expression)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas 75230
Phone: 972.233.7106
Website: www.UnityDallas.org
Flyer: The Tao of Christ
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Saturday, November 17, 9am - 5pm
DAY OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
Instructions, Sitting & walking meditation, Eating meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings, Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln., Dallas, Texas 75230
Flyer: Dallas Day of Mindfulness
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Sunday, November 18, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Breath of Life (Interfaith Mindfulness Fellowship)
SPECIAL PRE-THANKSGIVING GATHERING
Vegetarian Potluck Meal follows
Celebrate and show gratidute for community.
Music, meditation, ritual, readings, and teachings
followed by a vegetarian potluck meal.
(Bring a vegetarian dish to share.)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Guest musician: Robin Hackett
Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
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DECEMBER 2007
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Sunday, December 16, 10:00 am
"THE MIRACLES OF MINDFULNESS"
Pathways Church
Brother ChiSing will speak at the Sunday morning service.
Pathways Unitarian Universalist Church
525 South Nolen Drive, Suite 300. Southlake, TX 76092
Website
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Sunday, December 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Breath of Life (Interfaith Mindfulness Fellowship)
"Holiday Season" Meditation & Dinner
Celebrate and show gratidute for community.
Music, meditation, ritual, readings, and teachings
followed by a vegetarian potluck meal.
(Bring a vegetarian dish to share.)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
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Friday, December 21, 7:00 p.m.
WINTER SOLSTICELEBRATION
sponsored by Earth Rhythms (MoonLady, etc.)
at the Cathedral of Hope (Dallas, TX)
(expecting 700+ persons to attend!)
* Brother ChiSing will be participating with the Buddhist Interfaith Ensemble *
For more info, go to: www.EarthRhythms.org
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JANUARY 2008
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Wednesday, January 30, 2008 - 7:00 pm
Opening Ceremory of the Season for Nonviolence
Wednesday Gathering @ Center for Spiritual Living
Celebrate your commitment to peace through music,
dance, ritual, words, drumming and song.
Breath of Life members Cornell Kinderknecht, Monica Lecrone,
and Brother ChiSing will be participating in the ceremony.
International Place, 4801 Spring Valley Rd., Suite 115
Dallas, Texas 75244, Phone: 972-866-9988
Website: www.64-days.org
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FEBRUARY 2008
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Saturday, February 2, 2008 - 9am-5pm
DAY OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
Treat yourself to heart-opening day of peace, joy, wisdom, and community
through Sitting & Walking meditation, Eating meditation, Mindful movement,
Teachings, Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Center for Spiritual Living
International Place, 4801 Spring Valley Rd., Suite 115
Dallas, Texas 75244, Phone: 972-866-9988
Flyer: Day of Mindfulness
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Friday, February 8, 2008 - Sunday, February 10, 2008
Re-Energize Texas Summit
Brother ChiSing is a keynote speaker
at this youth climate conference
University of Texas at Austin
Re-Energize Texas website: www.ReEnergizeTexas.org
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Saturday, February 9, 2008 - 7:00pm
Sacred Sounds Concert
World Flutes, Tibetan and Crystal Bowls, Vocal Toning
Cornell Kinderknecht: World Flutes, Jodi Roberts: Tibetan Bowls,
Paul Hubbard: Crystal Bowls and Vocal Harmonics
An amazing musical and meditative experience. New and ancient instruments
combine with human voice for a magical evening of beautiful sound.
MoveStudio, 17602 Preston Rd, Ste 108, Dallas, 75248
More info at: www.CornellK.com
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Sunday, February 10, 2008 - 5:00 pm
Interfaith Buddhist
LUNAR NEW YEAR "Celebration of Joy"
Breath of Life (Interfaith Mindfulness Fellowship)
Meditation, music, ritual, readings, teaching.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing and others.
Sign language interpretation (ASL) provided.
Musicians:
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
Click here for details.
Download a flyer.
Download a program.
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MARCH 2008
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Wednesday, March 5, 2008 - 7:00 pm
"A Wednesday Gathering" @ Center for Spiritual Living
A rich and powerful midweek experience of music and message
to deepen and enliven your spiritual and personal growth.
Brother ChiSing will be the guest speaker.
Guest musician: Cornell Kinderknecht.
International Place, 4801 Spring Valley Rd., Suite 115
Dallas, Texas 75244, Phone: 972-866-9988
Website: www.CSLdallas.org
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Friday PM - Sunday AM, March 7-9, 2008
"The Miracle of Mindfulness"
WEEKEND MINDFULNESS RETREAT near Austin, Texas
In the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. All are welcome!
Facilitated by Brother Chan Huy
Sponsored by Plum Blossom Sangha of Austin.
Website for more information: www.PlumBlossomSangha.org
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Saturday, March 22, 2008 - 7:00pm - Boerne, Texas
Sacred Sounds "CONCERT IN THE CAVE"
Cornell Kinderknecht (World Flutes)
Jodi Roberts (Tibetan Singing Bowls)
Join us for an amazing musical and meditative experience.
The healing sounds of these ancient instruments—wood flutes
and Tibetan bowls—come together in a magical setting to
create an evening of exquisite joy.
Cave Without a Name,
325 Kreutzberg Rd, Boerne, TX 78006 (near San Antonio), 830-537-4212
Tickets: $25. More info at: www.CornellK.com
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Sunday, March 23, 2008 - 11:00 am
Dharma Punx - Austin, Texas
Brother ChiSing speaking: "Awakening the Heart of Joy"
(Spring Equinox / Easter)
Austin Zen Center, 3014 Washington Sq, Austin, TX 78705
www.myspace.com/austindharmapunx
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Friday, March 28, 2008 - 6:00 pm
Lunafest Dallas Film Festival
Short films by, for, about women. Hosted by Dr. Ronit Mor.
Guest artists: Michael Gott and Charity Lankford.
Information at: www.LunafestDallas.com
Center for Spiritual Living
International Place, 4801 Spring Valley Road, Dallas TX 75244
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Saturday, March 29, 2008 - 9am-5pm
DAY OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
@ Unity Church of Dallas
Treat yourself to a heart-opening day of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Eating meditation, Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
$50-$70 sliding donation.
Location: Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230 website
Download a flyer: Day of Mindfulness.
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Sunday, March 30, 2008 - 11:00am
Center for Spiritual Living - Youth Education
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing.
Center for Spiritual Living
International Place, 4801 Spring Valley Rd., Suite 115
Dallas, Texas 75244, Phone: 972-866-9988
Website: www.cslDallas.org
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APRIL 2008
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Wednesday, April 2, 2008 - 7:00pm
Closing Ceremory of the Season for Nonviolence
Wednesday Gathering @ Center for Spiritual Living
Celebrate your commitment to peace through music,
dance, ritual, words, drumming and song.
Breath of Life members Cornell Kinderknecht, Monica Lecrone,
and Brother ChiSing will be participating in the ceremony.
Center for Spiritual Living
International Place, 4801 Spring Valley Rd., Suite 115
Dallas, Texas 75244, Phone: 972-866-9988
Website: www.64-days.org
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Wednesday, April 16, 2008 - 11:00 am
Earth Day WALKING MEDITATION
@ Collin County Community College Prestonridge Campus (Frisco)
Brother ChiSing will lead students, faculty, and others (all are welcome)
in Walking Meditation honoring Earth Day. We'll begin our walk
following the Official Proclamation and Welcoming Ceremony at 11am.
Please join us and gather on "the Quad" by 10:45am.
Then stay and support our planet at this yearly celebration (11am-2pm).
Sangha member Cornell Kinderknecht and other musicians performing.
Free and open to the public.
Location: Collin County Community College, Prestonridge Campus
9700 Wade Boulevard, Frisco, TX 75035.
Website: www.ccccd.edu/earthday
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Sunday, April 20, 2008 - 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Breath of Life (Interfaith Mindfulness Fellowship)
EARTH DAY GATHERING
Vegetarian Potluck Meal follows
The Four Noble Truths Revisited
Celebrate and show gratidute for community.
Music, meditation, ritual, readings, and teachings
followed
by a vegetarian potluck meal.
(Bring a vegetarian dish to share.)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Music provided by Robin Hackett, Lainey Bernstein,
Charity Lankford, Alva Baltimore, and Debbie Raymaker.
Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
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MAY 2008 "Enlightenment Month"
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Sunday, May 18, 2008 - 10:30am
The Global Heart - Dallas
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing
The Global Heart Dallas
Located in the Dallas Childrens Theater Center
5938 Skillman St., Dallas, Texas 75231
Website (including a map): www.GlobalHeart-Dallas.com
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Sunday, May 18, 2008 - 5:05pm
WESAK: Celebration of Enlightenment
Music, meditation, Qigong, Dance, Ritual, Poetry
Message by Brother ChiSing on "A NEW EARTH" (Eckhart Tolle)
Musicians:
Breath of Life (Interfaith Mindfulness Fellowship)
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Ln (between Preston and Hillcrest)
Dallas, Texas 75230
Click here for details.
Download a flyer.
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JUNE 2008
"BIG MIND / BIG HEART Month"
(Learn more about Big Mind at www.genpo.org)
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Sunday, June 22, 2008 - 5:30pm
Summer Solstice Celebration
@ Breath of Life (Interfaith Mindfulness Fellowship
Music, meditation, ritual, sharing
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
Music by Stefan Mitchell
Community vegetarian potluck follows
Bring a friend! Bring a vegetarian dish or non-alcoholic
beverage to share.
Location: Unity Church of Dallas,
6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230
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Saturday, June 28, 2008 - 9am-5pm
DAY OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
@ Unity Church of Dallas
Treat yourself to a heart-opening day of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Eating meditation, Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
$50-$70 sliding donation.
Location: Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230 website
Download a flyer: Day of Mindfulness.
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Saturday, June 28, 2008 - 10am-3pm
EDINA Healing Energy Workshop
For more information visit www.edinahealingtemple.com
Location: Unity Church of Dallas,
6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230
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Sunday, June 29, 2008 - 5-9pm
Breath of Life special event
"BIG MIND / BIG HEART" Evening Workshop
Experience an innovative and effective process
which blends traditional Zen and contemporary
psychotherapy to facilitate the experience of
initial "awakening / enlightenment."
Facilitated by Alan Davidson (training under Genpo Roshi)
$10-$60 suggested donation (dinner is provided)
Please invite friends, you won't want to miss this!
Location: Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230
Learn more about Big Mind at www.genpo.org
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JULY 2008 "INTERDEPENDENCE Month"
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Saturday, July 19, 2008 - 2:00-4:00 pm
Rev. Michael Dowd (The Evolutionary Evangelist!)
Thank God for Evolution!
Beginning with the ongoing controversy about evolution,
Rev. Dowd's message describes an entirely new
relationship between science and religion.
Sponsored by Breath of Life, Unity Church of Dallas, and Center for Spiritual Livng.
$10, Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230
Learn more at Rev. Dowd's website: www.thankgodforevolution.com
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Saturday, July 26, 2008 - 9am-12noon
BEGINNERS' MEDITATION CLASS
@ Unity Church of Dallas
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
$30-$50 sliding donation ($10-$30 scholarships available)
Get a flyer for this workshop.
Saturday, July 26, 2008 - 2-5pm
RETREAT REUNION REFRESHER
@ Unity Church of Dallas
A workshop open to those who have previously attended at
least one "Day of Mindfulness" retreat with Brother ChiSing before.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
$30-$50 sliding donation ($10-$30 scholarships available)
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AUGUST 2008 "BUDDHA'S BLESSINGS Month"
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Friday, August 8, 2008 - 8:00 pm (doors open at 7:30)
Once in a lifetime… 8-08-08
RENEWAL RITUAL
Blessings, Healing, Enlightenment
@ Center for Spiritual Living
( $8 donation )
Come and experience this powerful evening of meditation,
music, chanting, drumming, candle prayers, dance, ritual,
blessings, healing and enlightenment!
Doors open at 7:30 pm for meditation, music & Oneness Blessings
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
With:
Location: Center for Spiritual Living
International Place, 4801 Spring Valley Rd., Suite 115, Dallas, TX 75244
Click for details /
flyer /
poster.
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Saturday, August 16, 2008 - 9am-5pm
DAY OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
@ Unity Church of Dallas
Treat yourself to a heart-opening day of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Eating meditation, Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
Music by Robin Hackett
$50-$70 sliding donation.
Location: Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230 website
Download a flyer: Day of Mindfulness.
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Sunday, August 17, 2008 - 5:30 pm
Brother ChiSing's pre-concert for his upcoming music CD "Buddha's Breath"
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
with Michael Gott and other musical friends
Sangha community vegetarian potluck dinner follows.
Bring a friend and a vegetarian dish or non-alcoholic beverage to share.
Location: Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230 website
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SEPTEMBER 2008 "WOMEN'S WISDOM Month"
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Saturday, September 6, 2008 - 2-5pm
SANGHA LEADERSHIP TRAINING
@ Unity Church of Dallas
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Wednesday, September 10, 2008 - 7pm
Voice of Love Concert with David D'Or
hosted by Tzu Chi Foundation
Tzu Chi Still Thought Hall
534 W. Belt Line Rd.
Richardson, TX 75080
Ticket prices start at $50 and support the
volunteer efforts of the Tzu Chi Foundation.
View a video about the concert.
Go to David D'Or's website.
For more information, visit http://www.us.tzuchi.org
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Wednesday, September 17, 2008 - 7:30 pm
Earth Rhythms Presents:
Deva Premal and Miten with Manose
Get more information, including ticket sales,
visit
www.EarthRhythms.org.
Lakewood Theater, 1825 Abrams Parkway at Gaston, Dallas, Texas.
‘Awakening Heart’ is a silver sponsor of this event.
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Sunday, September 21, 2008 - 5:30 pm
Autumn Equinox / International Peace Day
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Join us for a celebration of unity and spirit.
Sitting meditation, walking meditation, music, teaching, sharing.
Rev. Dr. Petra Weldes from the Center for Spiritual Livng speaking.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Musical guests:
The Dreamsicles,
Lainey Bernstein,
Robin Hackett
Sangha community vegetarian potluck dinner follows.
Bring a friend and a vegetarian dish or non-alcoholic beverage.
Location: Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230 website
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Wednesday, September 24, 2008 - 6:30-9:30 pm
EVENING OF MINDFULNESS
@ Unity Church of Dallas
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Experience a heart-opening evening of peace, joy, wisdom,
and community through sitting and walking meditation, journaling,
mindful movement.
Location: Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230 website
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Monday, September 29, 2008 - 7-10pm
EVENING OF MINDFULNESS
@ Center for Spirtual Living - Dallas
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Experience a heart-opening evening of peace, joy, wisdom,
and community through sitting and walking meditation, journaling,
mindful movement.
Location: Center for Spiritual Living
International Place, 4801 Spring Valley Rd., Suite 115, Dallas, TX 75244
Website: www.csldallas.org
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OCTOBER 2008 "BODHISATTVA Month"
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MONDAY "Awakening Heart: The Art of Mindful Living"
Awaken to You Inner Buddha through Meditation & Mindfulness—Joyfully!
Every Monday Evening in October, 7:00 p.m.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location: Center for Spiritual Living
International Place, 4801 Spring Valley Rd., Suite 115
Dallas, Texas 75244
Web: www.csldallas.org, Phone: 972-866-9988
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Saturday, October 4, 2008 - 9am-5pm
DAY OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
Treat yourself to a heart-opening day of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Eating meditation, Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
Location:
Center for Spiritual Living
International Place, 4801 Spring Valley Rd., Suite 115
Dallas, Texas 75244
Web: www.csldallas.org, Phone: 972-866-9988
Download a flyer: Day of Mindfulness.
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Sunday, October 19, 2008 - 11:00am
Youth of Unity
Brother ChiSing will lead the 11am lesson for the youth groups.
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230 website
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Friday, October 31 - Sunday, November 2, 2008
FINDING INNER PEACE AND JOY IN CHALLENGING TIMES
A Mindfulness Retreat with Dharma Teacher Michael Ciborski
Embrace and understand the nature of the challenges we experience
in difficult moments and transform the roots of anxiety and fear
that are hidden in our daily habits and our society.
Sponsored by The Mindfulness Practice Community of Houston.
Visit www.mpchouston.org for information.
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Friday, October 31, 2008 - 8:00 pm
Musical Halloween Ceremony - Honoring the Ancestors
Michael Gott (keyboard),
Jodi Roberts (Tibetan bowls) &
Cornell Kinderknecht (world flutes)
An evening of beautiful musical ritual honoring those who've come before us.
Location: Move Studio, 17062 Preson Rd, Ste. 108, Dallas, TX 75248
www.MoveStudio.com
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NOVEMBER 2008 "GRATITUDE Month"
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Saturday, November 1, 2008 - 9am-5pm
DAY OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
Treat yourself to a heart-opening day of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Eating meditation, Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
Music by Michael Gott
Location:
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230
website
Download a flyer: Day of Mindfulness.
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JANUARY 2009
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Sunday, January 25, 2009, 10:30 am
Community Unitarian Universalist Church of Plano, Texas
Brother ChiSing will deliver the sermon at the Sunday morning service.
2875 East Parker Road, Plano, Texas 75074
Website: www.communityuuchurch.org
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FEBRUARY 2009
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WEDNESDAYS @ Center for Spiritual Living / Dallas
Wednesdays in February 2009, 7:00-8:30 pm
Answering Boldly: What is Enlightenment?
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Inspired by the teachings of contemporary Buddhist teacher Thich Nhat Hanh.
Location:
Center for Spiritual Living
International Place
4801 Spring Valley Road, Dallas TX 75244
Web: www.csldallas.org, Phone: 972-866-9988
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Sunday, February 1, 2009, 5:00-7:30 p.m.
Interfaith Buddhist
LUNAR NEW YEAR "Celebration of Light"
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Meditation, music, ritual, readings, teaching.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing and others.
Musicians and artists:
Gary Floyd,
Cary Cooper & Tom Prasada-Rao,
Michael Gott,
Robin Hackett,
Cornell Kinderknecht,
Lainey Bernstein,
Frank Lunsford,
John Sullivan,
Monica Lecrone,
Janet Alison Kollmeier,
Taikodelic taiko drummers and more…
Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
► Click here for details.
► Download a flyer.
► Download a poster.
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Saturday, February 7, 2009 - 9am-5pm
DAY OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
@ Unity Church in Grapevine
Treat yourself to a heart-opening day of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Eating meditation, Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location: Unity Church in Grapevine
1650 Hughes Road, Grapevine, Texas 76051 website
► Download a flyer: Day of Mindfulness.
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MARCH 2009
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Saturday, March 28, 2009 - Monday, March 30, 2009
Re-Energize Texas Summit - Austin, Texas
Students and non-student youth will be inspired and informed by
speakers, workshops, and trainings providing solutions for a new
future that tackle economic failure, environmental and social
injustice and climate change.
Brother ChiSing is scheduled to be one of the conference speakers.
Huston-Tillotson University, Austin, TX
Re-Energize Texas website: www.ReEnergizeTexas.org
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APRIL 2009
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Saturday, April 4, 2009
THE PEACE PROJECT
Conscious Community Expo and Concert
Expo: 10am-6pm, free
Peace Concert with The Luminaries: 8-10pm, $20
Cultivate peace and harmony and answer the call for nationwide
and worldwide unity and service.
Messages and performances by Dr. Michael Beckwith, Joe Vitale,
Rev. Dr. Petra Weldes,
Dr. Joseph Dispenza, Rev. Karen Epps, and more.
Brother ChiSing will lead sacred circle dancing. Presentations by several Awakening Heart members.
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
Visit the Peace Project website:
www.TheGlobalPeaceProject.com
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THURSDAYS @ Center for Spiritual Living / Dallas
Thursdays in April, beginning April 9, 2009 - 7:00-9:30 pm
INTEGRAL ENLIGHTENMENT:
Buddhist Wisdom, Science of Mind, Christic Love, and Earth Spirituality
Spirit, Mind, Heart, and Body … Wholeness of Life
includes the fullness and balance of these spiritual, mental,
emotional and physical quadrants of our Being and Expression.
Through lecture, multimedia, interactive exercises, and
practical application, we will explore and experience Integral
Spirituality and Evolutionary Enlightenment from Eastern,
Western, Indigenous, Scientific and New Thought perspectives.
Recommended textbooks: "The Integral Vision" and/or
"Integral Life Practice" by Ken Wilber.
Instructed by Brother ChiSing.
Class dates: Apr 9, Apr 16, Apr 23, Apr 30
Course fee: $100
Location:
Center for Spiritual Living
International Place, 4801 Spring Valley Road, Dallas TX 75244
Web: www.csldallas.org, Phone: 972-866-9988
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Saturday, April 11, 2009 - 9am-5pm
AWAKENING THE CHRIST WITHIN
"Mindfulness, Transformation and Empowerment"
DAY OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
Treat yourself to a heart-opening Sabbath day of peace, joy, wisdom,
inspiration & community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Eating meditation, Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Gary Floyd sharing music.
Location: Unity Church in Grapevine
1650 Hughes Road, Grapevine, Texas 76051 website
► Click for more information.
► Download a flyer.
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Friday PM - Sunday AM, April 24-26, 2009
"The Sun, My Heart: Healing the Earth, Healing Ourselves"
WEEKEND MINDFULNESS RETREAT near Austin, Texas
In the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. All are welcome!
Facilitated by Brother Chan Huy
Sponsored by Plum Blossom Sangha of Austin.
Website for more information: www.PlumBlossomSangha.org
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MAY 2009
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Sunday, May 3, 2009 - 5:30pm
"BUDDHA DAY" CELEBRATION!
Music, meditation, qigong, dance, ritual, community.
Message by Brother ChiSing on "Spiritual Success" (Deepak Chopra)
Musicians:
Plus MINDFULNESS FOR ALL AGES (please bring your children & teens)
Vegetarian potluck dinner follows at 7:30. All are welcome.
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Ln (between Preston and Hillcrest)
Dallas, Texas 75230
► Get more information
► Get a flyer for this event
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Saturday, May 16, 2009 - 9am-5pm
Empowering the LIBERAL Heart
DAY OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
Treat yourself to a heart-opening day of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Eating meditation, Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location: Community Unitarian Universalist Church
2875 E Parker Rd, Plano, TX 75074 website
► Download a flyer.
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JUNE 2009
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Saturday, June 27, 2009 - noon to 10 pm
SUMMER SOLSTICELEBRATION "We are all one under the Sun"
Indoor and outdoor festival and performances
sponsored by Earth Rhythms
Theater shows:
1 pm - "Enchanted Dallas"
Chanting of ancient and modern call-and-response chants, featuring Brother ChiSing / Awakening Heart, Ananda Dallas Meditation Center, and Kalachandji's Kirtan Band
3 pm - "Bohemia" - A variety show with eclectic acts that challenge perceptions.
6 pm - "Singing in the Sun" - Songwriters and poets whose compositions elevate the human spirit and celebrate the sun.
8 pm - "Spirit is Calling" - Inspirational music, song, photography and poetry.
Admission to the festival is free. Theater show admission $5/person for each show.
Location: Bath House Cultural Center,
521 E. Lawther, Dallas, TX 75218
For more information, visit the EarthRhythms website.
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Sunday, June 28, 2009, 11 am
Unity Center of Light
Brother ChiSing will be the guest speaker at the morning service.
Location: Unity Center of Light
Heard Museum, Science Resource Center
1 Nature Place, McKinney, TX 75069 website
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Sunday, June 28, 2009, 1-4 pm
"THE ART OF MINDFUL LIVING" half-day meditation retreat
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Experience a heart-opening afternoon of peace, joy, wisdom,
and community through sitting and walking meditation, journaling,
mindful movement.
Suggested offering: $30
Location: Unity Center of Light
Heard Museum, Science Resource Center
1 Nature Place, McKinney, TX 75069 website
214.733.8666
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AUGUST 2009
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Sunday, August 16, 2009 - 11:00am
Youth of Unity
Brother ChiSing will lead the 11am lesson for the youth groups.
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230 website
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Sunday, August 16, 2009
Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind
A Special Evening with Zen Teacher Kosho McCall
(of the Soto Zen Lineage of Zen Master Shunryu Suzuki of the San Francisco Zen Center)
Sponsored by AWAKENING HEART Community of Mindful Living
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Music by Michael Gott.
ASL interpretation for the deaf will be provided.
5:30-7:30pm (doors open at 5:00pm)
$5 - $25 suggested donation
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
► Click for more information
►Get a flyer for this event
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Saturday, August 29, 2009 - 9am-1pm
Free half-day retreat for sangha members
Focus on leadership and community-building.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Includes lunch.
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
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SEPTEMBER 2009
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Wednesday, September 9, 2009 - 7:09pm-9:09pm
"9.09.09 AbunDance Ritual"
Attract & Manifest Happiness, Prosperity & Success in Your Life
HERE & NOW!
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Featuring music, dance, meditation, taiko drums,
candlelight affirmations, visual art, and powerful messages
by Brother ChiSing, Rev. Lee Wolak, Amy "Moonlady" Martin, etc...
$9 - $99 + suggested donation
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Lane, Dallas, TX 75230 website
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Tuesday, September 22, 2009 - 7-9pm
Autumn Equinox Meditation & Celebration
METAMORPHOSIS Midweek Mindfulness Meditation in the Midcities
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Unity Church in Grapevine
1650 Hughes Rd
Grapevine, TX 76051
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Saturday, September 26, 2009 - 9am-5pm
DAY OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
@ Unity Church in Grapevine
The Art of Mindful Living
Treat yourself to a heart-opening day of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Eating meditation, Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location: Unity Church in Grapevine
1650 Hughes Road, Grapevine, Texas 76051 website
► Download a flyer.
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OCTOBER 2009 — "Buddhist Awareness Month"
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Saturday, October 3, 2009 - 7-9pm
Exploring Soto Zen Practice
with Zen Priest John Grimes
Sponsored by Metamorphosis Midcities Mindfulness Meditation Group
John Grimes, a Soto Zen Priest from the Austin Zen Center, will
offer
beginner-friendly meditation, a dharma talk and discussion.
Location:
Unity Church in Grapevine
1650 Hughes Rd
Grapevine, TX 76051
► Get a flyer for this event.
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Sunday, October 4, 2009 - 8:00-9:30am
Exploring Soto Zen Practice
with Zen Priest John Grimes
Sponsored by Buddha's Footprints, A Buddhism & Meditation Class
John Grimes, a Soto Zen Priest from the Austin Zen Center, will
offer
beginner-friendly meditation, a dharma talk and discussion.
Location:
Pathways Church in Southlake
525 Nolen Dr, Suite 300
Southlake, TX 76092
► Get a flyer for this event.
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Sunday, October 11, 2009 - 5:30-7:30pm
THICH NHAT HANH'S BIRTHDAY
Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Music by Gary Floyd.
Location:
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
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NOVEMBER 2009
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Saturday, November 7, 2009 - 10:30 a.m.
AUSTIN Zen Center
Guest Speaker: Brother ChiSing
3014 Washington Square
Austin, TX 78705
512-452-5777
www.austinzencenter.org
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Saturday, November 21, 2009 - 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
MORNING OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
@ Center for Spiritual Living
Treat yourself to a heart-opening morning of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Music by Gary Floyd.
Location:
Center for Spiritual Living
International Place
4801 Spring Valley Road, Dallas TX 75244
Web: www.csldallas.org, Phone: 972-866-9988
► Get a flyer for this event
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Sunday, November 22, 2009 - 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
SPECIAL PRE-THANKSGIVING GATHERING
Vegetarian Potluck Meal follows
Celebrate and show gratidute for community.
Music, meditation, ritual, readings, and teachings
followed by a vegetarian potluck meal.
(Bring a vegetarian dish to share.)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Music by Gary Floyd
Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
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Monday, November 23, 2009 - 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Mindful Mondays (Midcities Mindfulness Meditation Group)
PRE-THANKSGIVING CELEBRATION!
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Unity Church in Grapevine, 1650 Hughes Rd, Grapevine, TX 76051
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DECEMBER 2009
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Sunday, December 20, 2009 - 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
WINTER SOLSTICE EVE CEREMONY
"Countdown to 2012: The Next 3 Years"
Celebrate and show gratidute for community.
Music, meditation, ritual, readings, and teachings
followed by a vegetarian potluck meal.
(Bring a vegetarian dish to share.)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Music by Robin Hackett
Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
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Monday, December 21, 2009 - 7:00-9:00 p.m.
Mindful Mondays (Midcities Mindfulness Meditation Group)
WINTER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION!
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Unity Church in Grapevine, 1650 Hughes Rd, Grapevine, TX 76051
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FEBRUARY 2010
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Saturday, February 6, 2010 - 9:00am-2:00pm
Tour of Buddhist Temples
Join Brother ChiSing in a tour of Buddhist Temples around the
Dallas / Fort Worth area.
9:00-10:00am Gathering and meditation at Unity Church in Grapevine.
10:00am Depart and visit various temples for meditations and tours.
We'll stop for lunch along the way.
Unity Church in Grapevine, 1650 Hughes Road, Grapevine, Texas 76051
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Sunday, February 14, 2010 - 5:30-7:30pm
SPECIAL GUEST: Bhante Wimala
@ Awakening Heart Serenity Sundays
Meditation, music, teaching, sharing, and more...
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Music with Robin Hackett.
Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
Visit Bhante Wimala's website at www.bhantewimala.com
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Sunday, February 21, 2010, 5:00-7:30 p.m.
Interfaith Buddhist
LUNAR NEW YEAR "Celebration of the Heart"
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Meditation, music, ritual, readings, teaching, refreshments.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing and others.
All are welcome!
Musicians and Artists:
Location: Unity Church of Dallas, 6525 Forest Ln, Dallas, TX 75230
► Click here for details.
► Download a flyer.
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MARCH 2010
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Saturday, March 6, 2010 - 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
ZEN flow - MORNING OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
@ Unity Church of Dallas
Treat yourself to a heart-opening mornign of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
Unity Church of Dallas
6525 Forest Ln, Dallas TX 75230
► Get a flyer for this event
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AUSTIN
Saturday, April 3, 2010 - 9:00am-12:30pm
Enlightenment & Resurrection:
The Wisdom of Jesus and Buddha for Today
A Morning of Mindfulness with Brother ChiSing
@ Unity Church of Wimberley
Through gentle, beginner-friendly guided and silent meditations
of various modalities (sitting, walking, resting, writing,
movement, chanting, etc.), as well as through deep insightful
teachings and community-building practices, we will calm our
bodies, purify our minds, open our hearts, and awaken our
spirits to the ONE SPIRIT that is our True Self (called "Christ
Consciousness" or "Buddha Nature").
Location:
Unity Church of Wimberley
455 White Wings Rd., Wimberley, TX 78676
512.847.6587
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AUSTIN
Friday PM - Sunday AM, April 9-11, 2010
"Joyfully Together: Practicing in Harmony and Awareness"
WEEKEND MINDFULNESS RETREAT near Austin, Texas
In the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. All are welcome!
Facilitated by Brother Chan Huy
Sponsored by Plum Blossom Sangha of Austin.
Website for more information: www.PlumBlossomSangha.org
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AUSTIN
Thursday, April 15, 2010 - 6:30-8:30 pm
"The JOY of Mindful Living"
Brother ChiSing will teach simple, powerful methods to unclutter
the mind, de-stress the body, and open the heart.
Through easy guided and silent meditations (both in
stillness and movement), will feel empowered to re-claim the
wisdom, peace and joy that is our original birthright as human
beings.
Huston-Tillotson University
900 Chicon Street, Austin, Texas 78702
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Sunday, April 18, 2010
"The JOY of Mindful Living" Retreat
@ Unity Center of Light, Plano, Texas
11:00 am - Brother ChiSing speaking at the Morning Service
12:00 noon - Potluck Lunch
1:30-5:00 pm - Afternoon mini-retreat with Brother ChiSing
Location: Unity Center of Light
7300 Alma St, Ste. 400, Plano, Texas 75025 website
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Sunday, May 2, 2010 - 10:00am
Agape Center for Spiritual Living
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing.
Agape Center for Spiritual Living
Marriott Dallas/Plano at Legacy Town Center,
San Jacinto Ballroom
7120 Dallas Parkway,
Plano, TX, 75024, Phone: 972.317.6605
Website: www.visitagapenow.com
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WACO
Saturday, May 15, 2010 - 9:00am-12:30pm
The JOY of Mindful Living
Meditation, Movement, Music & More
A Morning Retreat with Brother ChiSing
@ Unity Church of Greater Waco
Through gentle, beginner-friendly guided and silent meditations
of various modalities (sitting, walking, resting, writing,
movement, chanting, etc.), as well as through deep insightful
teachings and community-building practices, we will calm our
bodies, purify our minds, open our hearts, and awaken our
spirits to the ONE SPIRIT that is our True Self..
Location:
Unity Church of Greater Waco
400 S. 1st St., Hewitt, TX 76643
254.666.9102
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AUSTIN
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Afternoon Retreat with Brother ChiSing
Location:
Unity Church of Wimberley
455 White Wings Rd., Wimberley, TX 78676
512.847.6587
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May 22 & 23, 2010
Dallas Meditation Center Open House
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Saturday, May 22, 2010 - 1:00-5:00pm
The JOY of Mindful Living afternoon retreat with Brother ChiSing
Treat yourself to a heart-opening afternoon of peace, joy, wisdom,
and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing. Music by Robin Hackett.
Location:
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Sunday, May 23, 2010 - 5:00pm
"BUDDHA'S BIRTHDAY" CELEBRATION!
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Music, meditation, movement, message, and more.
Brother ChiSing: "I am Home"
Plus MINDFULNESS FOR ALL AGES (please bring your children & teens)
Musicians: Robin Hackett, Gary Floyd, Cornell Kinderknecht, and Craig Shropshire.
Suggested attire: If you are able to do so, please wear the
celebratory color WHITE.
Community Vegetarian Potluck Dinner follows at 7:00pm,
please bring a vegetarian dish or non-alcoholic beverage to share.
Also, please bring donation items for the Meditation Center kitchen (dinnerware and silverware that you don't need anymore, mismatch cups and glasses, napkins, etc.)
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JUNE 2010
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Saturday, June 12, 2010 - 9am-4pm
DAY OF MINDFULNESS Retreat
Unity Church in Grapevine
Awakening the Buddha Within
Treat yourself to a heart-opening day of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Eating meditation, Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location: Unity Church in Grapevine
1650 Hughes Road, Grapevine, Texas 76051 website
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Sunday, June 13, 2010 - 10:30am-12:30pm
"Interbeing" Mini-Sangha
Deep practice for regular attendees of our DFW groups who have taken
the 5 Mindfulness Training vows (or intend to do so within the next year).
Includes chanting, walking meditation, 40-minute sitting meditation,
dharma study, and recitation of the 5 Mindfulness Trainings.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location: Dallas Meditation Center,
727 S. Floyd Rd, Richardson, TX 75080
Click for map and directions
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Thursday, June 17, 2010, 7:00-9:00pm
"House Concert" with Jami Lula @ DMC
Join us at the Dallas Meditation Center for a concert with Jami Lula
during his visit to Dallas. Hosted by Donna Collins and Brother ChiSing.
Suggested love offering: $20.
Jami Lula's website: www.JamiLula.com
Location: Dallas Meditation Center,
727 S. Floyd Rd, Richardson, TX 75080
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Music Concert - Kirtan with Rudra Das and the Dharma Love Train
Call and response singing of the Divine names.
Fundraiser for the Dallas Meditation Center.
Location: Dallas Meditation Center,
727 S. Floyd Rd, Richardson, TX 75080
Click for map and directions
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Sunday, June 20, 2010 - 5-7pm
Summer Solstice Celebration
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Music, meditation, ritual, sharing
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
Music by Gary Floyd
Community vegetarian potluck follows
Bring a friend! Bring a vegetarian dish or non-alcoholic
beverage to share.
Come early for Mindfulness Yoga with Susan at 4pm.
Location: Dallas Meditation Center,
727 S. Floyd Rd, Richardson, TX 75080
Click for map and directions
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AUSTIN
Thursday, June 24, 2010, 7:30-9:30pm
Summer Solstice Celebration with Brother ChiSing
Location:
"ONE DHARMA" House
2914 E. 14th St., Austin, TX (near Downs Baseball Park)
$5-$20 suggested donation
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AUSTIN
Friday, June 25, 2010, 7:00-9:00pm
Summer Solstice Celebration with Brother ChiSing
Location:
Unity Church of Wimberley
455 White Wings Rd., Wimberley, TX 78676 (Austin)
512.847.6587
Website: www.UnityOfWimberley.com
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JULY 2010
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Friday, July 9, 2010, 7:30-9:30pm
Sweet Summer Oasis
"House Concert" with Cornell Kinderknecht and Cynthia Stuart @ DMC
Join us at the Dallas Meditation Center for an evening of beautiful
and uplifting music with Cornell Kinderknecht (world flutes) and
Cynthia Stuart (keyboards and percussion) with Martin McCall
(drums and percussion).
Suggested love offering: $15-20.
Location:
Click for map and directions
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Saturday, July 17, 2010, 7:00-9:00pm
Music Concert - Kirtan with Rudra Das and the Dharma Love Train
Call and response singing of the Divine names.
Location:
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AUSTIN
Friday, July 23, 2010, 7:00-9:00pm
Experience, Embody & Express
The Buddha of Infinite Light
An Evening of Enlightenment through Meditation, Music,
Movement, Message & More
with Brother ChiSing
Location:
Unity Church of Wimberley
455 White Wings Rd.,
Wimberley, TX 78676 (Austin)
512.847.6587
Website: www.UnityOfWimberley.com
► Get a flyer for this event.
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Saturday, July 24, 2010 - 1:00-5:00pm
The JOY of Mindful Living afternoon retreat with Brother ChiSing
Treat yourself to a heart-opening afternoon of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
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Saturday, July 24, 2010 - 7:00-9:00pm
Benefit Music Concert @ DMC
THE SOUND AND THE MEANING
Please join Brother ChiSing and The Sound and The Meaning for a
benefit concert at the new Dallas Meditation Center. We will
connect as one heart through meditation, music, singing and
chanting. Let yourself experience the joy of divine connection
through sacred sound. All are welcome. Suggested love offering: $10.
Click to visit The Sound and the Meaning Facebook group.
Location:
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AUGUST 2010
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Friday, August 13, 2010 - 7:30-9:00pm
The HEART of Summer Music Meditation / Concert
Join Cornell Kinderknecht for an evening
concert of heart-opening mindful and meditative music. Recharge
at the end of the work week or take a well-needed
break. Suggested donation: $15-25.
Location:
Visit Cornell's website at www.CornellK.com.
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Saturday, August 21, 2010 - 10:00am-12:00noon
Mala Beads Making Class with Brother ChiSing
Learn the art and mindful practice of making mala beads
(Buddhist prayer beads).
Beginner, intermediate and advanced
beading instruction will be provided. Instructors
Brother ChiSing, Sandhya
Hande and Rev. Robert Mitchell.
Suggested donation: $20-$40 (includes beads and beading supplies)
Location:
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Saturday, August 21, 2010, 7:00-9:30pm
Satsang with Swami-ji Kalihatti
Rudra Das welcomes his teacher who has granted a rare public
talk. Swami-ji has been living as a Yogi in the foothills of the
Himalayas for the past sixty years. This event is not to be missed.
Suggested donation: $10-$15.
Location:
Visit Rudrua Das' website: www.RudraDas.com
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AUSTIN
Friday, August 27, 2010, 7:00-9:00pm
Experience, Embody & Express
The Buddha of Infinite Light
An Evening of Enlightenment through Meditation, Music,
Movement, Message & More
with Brother ChiSing
Location:
Unity Church of Wimberley
455 White Wings Rd.,
Wimberley, TX 78676 (Austin)
512.847.6587
Website: www.UnityOfWimberley.com
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Saturday, August 28, 2010 - 7:00-9:00pm
Benefit Music Concert with
THE SOUND AND THE MEANING
Please join The Sound and The Meaning for a
benefit concert at the new Dallas Meditation Center. We will
connect as one heart through meditation, music, singing and
chanting. Let yourself experience the joy of divine connection
through sacred sound. All are welcome.
Suggested love offering: $10.
Location:
Click to visit The Sound and the Meaning Facebook group.
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SEPTEMBER 2010
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Saturday, September 11, 2010 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
9 11: from Global Emergency to GLOBAL ENLIGHTENMENT
A Retreat for Conscious Evolution
In this special All-Sanghas "Day of Mindfulness,"
Brother ChiSing &
friends will facilitate a rejuvenating process of calming the
body, purifying the mind, opening the heart and freeing the spirit through various
modalities of meditation, both guided and silent, in stillness and in motion.
Facilitated by Brother
ChiSing, music by Gary Floyd and Cornell
Kinderknecht, yoga with Andy McDonald, and HeartMath with Donna Collins.
Location:
► Get a flyer for this workshop.
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Saturday, September 18, 2010, 7:00-9:00pm
Music Concert - Kirtan with Rudra Das and the Dharma Love Train
Call and response singing of the Divine names.
Suggested donation: $10-15.
Location:
Visit Rudrua Das' website: www.RudraDas.com
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Friday, Sept 24, 7:00pm - Sunday Sept 26, 11:00am
THE ART OF THE PRACTICE Weekend Yoga Retreat
with Andy McDonald & Trina Hall
Have you ever experienced the wonder in all things? Join us in
unlocking our integrated approach to true happiness using the
senses, the chakras, natural elements, meditation, breathwork
and creative expression. Come have fun and laugh with us as we
develop a deeper, loving relationship with the practice of
yoga and the practice of life.
The retreat center is two hours east of Dallas. The retreat fee,
including lodging, meals, class and supplies is $377 prior to
8/8/10 and $423 after 8/8/10.
Enrollment limited to 10 persons.
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Saturday, September 25, 2010 - 10:00am-12:00noon
Children's Meditation Class at Center for Spiritual Living
Location:
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Friday, September 24, 2010, 8:00-9:30pm
Autumn Equinox Sound Activation Concert
World Flutes and Clay Pot Drums
Cornell
Kinderknecht (world flutes) and Craig Shropshire (clay pot drums / udu, percussion).
Come be energized and relaxed,
joining our hearts in music and sound,
celebrating the beauty and joy of being.
Suggested donation: $15-25.
Location:
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Sunday, September 26, 2010, 5:00-7:00pm
Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind
A Special Evening with SOTO ZEN TEACHER Gaelyn Godwin
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Please join us on this very special evening with Soto Zen Teacher,
Gaelyn Godwin from Houston Zen
Center.
Brother ChiSing will
facilitate. This will also be our Autumn Equinox celebration.
Music will be provided by Gary Floyd, Robin Hackett
and Cornell Kinderknecht.
Vegetarian potluck dinner follows @ 7:00
Location:
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OCTOBER 2010
- "Bodhisattva Month — Honoring Our Spiritual Heroes"
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Sunday, October 10, 2010 - 10:10am-12:30pm
"Interbeing" Mini-Sangha
Deep practice for regular attendees of our DFW groups who have taken
the 5 Mindfulness Training vows (or intend to do so within the next year).
Includes chanting, walking meditation, 40-minute sitting meditation,
dharma study, and recitation of the 5 Mindfulness Trainings.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location: Dallas Meditation Center,
727 S. Floyd Rd, Richardson, TX 75080
Click for map and directions
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Sunday, October 10, 2010 - 5:00-7:00pm
Dallas Meditation Center
GRAND OPENING CELEBRATION
10-10-10
Come celebrate this special event with
Awakening Heart Community of Mindful Living. We'll also honor our teacher Thich Nhat Hanh's Birthday
Featuring music, meditation, messages, and food.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Vegetarian dinner follows at 7pm (bring a
vegetarian dish or non-alcoholic beverage to share).
Location:
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AUSTIN
Friday, October 15, 2010, 7:00-9:00pm
Experience, Embody & Express
The Buddha of Infinite Light
An Evening of Enlightenment through Meditation, Music,
Movement, Message & More
with Brother ChiSing
Location:
Unity Church of Wimberley
455 White Wings Rd.,
Wimberley, TX 78676 (Austin)
512.847.6587
Website: www.UnityOfWimberley.com
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Saturday, October 16, 2010, 7:00-9:00pm
Music Concert - Kirtan with Rudra Das and the Dharma Love Train
Call and response singing of the Divine names.
Fundraiser for the Dallas Meditation Center.
Suggested donation: $10-15.
Location:
Visit Rudrua Das' website: www.RudraDas.com
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Friday, October 22, 2010, 8:00-9:30pm
Sacred Sounds Concert / Tibetan Bowls and World Flutes
Cornell
Kinderknecht (world flutes) and Jodi Roberts (Tibetan bowls and gongs).
Join us for an evening of the beautiful music from these
ancient instruments.
Suggested donation: $15-25.
Location:
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Saturday, October 23, 2010 - 1:30-5:00pm
The JOY of Mindful Living afternoon retreat with Brother ChiSing
Treat yourself to a heart-opening afternoon of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
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Saturday, October 23, 2010 - 7:30-9:30pm
Howling at the Full Moon
Kirtan! with THE SOUND AND THE MEANING
Join The Sound and The Meaning and Brother ChiSing for a concert
at the new Dallas Meditation Center. Experience the joy of
devotion through the powerful vibration of our voices as we sing
and chant. Lift our hearts and embrace the unity of the divine
in each of us.
All are welcome. Suggested love offering: $10.
Click to visit The Sound and the Meaning Facebook group.
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NOVEMBER 2010
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CORPUS CHRISTI
Saturday, November 13, 2010 - 1-5pm
The JOY of Mindful Living Afternoon Retreat
Corpus Christi, Texas
Brother ChiSing will
facilitate a rejuvenating process of calming the body, purifying
the mind, opening the heart and freeing the spirit through
various modalities of meditation, both guided and silent, in
stillness and in motion.
$30-$50 suggested donation
Contact Rev. Shar @ 254-548-2623
Location:
Chapel of Spiritual Light
spiritual empowerment center
1203 Santa Fe
Corpus Christi, TX 78404
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Thursday, November 18, 2010, 7:00-9:00pm
Introductory Yoga Workshop with Andy McDonald
Learn about yoga philosophy, breathing techniques, physical
alignment and the benefits of practicing yoga. Explore the
structure of yoga as a practice, find the best alignment for
your body in yoga postures, connect the breath with the body's
movement, and build confidence in your yoga practice. Workshop
includes lecture, practice of yoga asanas (postures),
meditation, and relaxation. Bring water, a notebook or journal,
comfortable clothing offering freedom of movement, and a yoga
mat (some yoga mats are available for students who don't have one).
Suggested donation level is $25-$40.
Location:
Visit Andy's website: www.TheNatureOfStillness.com
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Saturday, November 20, 2010 - 1:30-5:00pm
One Dharma Retreat with Brother ChiSing
Treat yourself to a heart-opening morning of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
► Get a flyer for this workshop.
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Sunday, November 21, 2010 - 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
SPECIAL PRE-THANKSGIVING GATHERING
Vegetarian Potluck Meal follows
Celebrate and show gratidute for community.
Music, meditation, ritual, readings, and teachings
followed by a vegetarian potluck meal.
(Bring a vegetarian dish to share.)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Music with Robin Hackett.
Location:
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Friday, November 26, 2010, 8:00-9:30pm
Thanksgiving and JOY Concert
Join us for an evening of fun and joy, expressing gratitude,
community
and friendship through music.
Sound Oasis: Cornell Kinderknecht (world flutes),
Cynthia Stuart
(keyboards and percussion) and
Martin McCall (drums and percussion).
Suggested donation: $15-25.
Visit Cornell's website www.cornellk.com
Location:
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DECEMBER 2010
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Saturday, December 11, 2010 - 9:00am-12:30pm
"AMITABHA" (Infinite Light) morning retreat with Brother ChiSing
Treat yourself to a heart-opening morning of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
► Get a flyer for this workshop.
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Sunday, December 12, 2010, 11:00 am
Unity Center of Light, Plano
Brother ChiSing will be the guest speaker at the morning service.
Location:
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Monday, December 13, 2010 - 7:00-9:00pm
Special Meditation at the Interfaith Peace Chapel
Dallas' new Interfaith Peace Chapel welcomes the Dallas Meditation
Center and Brother ChiSing for an evening of meditation.
Location:
Website: www.InterfaithPeaceChapel.org
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Friday, December 17, 2010 - 7:00 p.m.
18th Annual WINTER SOLSTICELEBRATION
"Imagine Peace" Join 1000 of your friends for Dallas' premier
seasonal celebration.
Several Awakening Heart members are involved in this year's program.
Sponsored by Earth Rhythms (MoonLady, etc.). Doors open at 6pm.
Location:
For more info and advance ticket purchase, go to: www.EarthRhythms.org
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Saturday, December 18, 2010 - 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Silent ZEN Retreat
A day-long retreat for the experienced meditator to find the joy in deep practice.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Walking meditation, sitting meditation, chanting.
You may attend all or part of the retreat. If you are not attending the entire retreat, plan to arrive during one of the walking meditation sessions. See the day's schedule.
No charge for this retreat but donations are welcome.
Location:
* This retreat is for the experienced meditator. Beginners,
please come to one of our beginner meditation workshops or to
our Serenity Sundays gatherings.
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Sunday, December 19, 2010 - 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
WINTER HOLIDAY CELEBRATION
Vegetarian Potluck Meal follows
Celebrate and show gratidute for community.
Music, meditation,
ritual, readings, and teachings
followed by a vegetarian potluck meal.
(Bring a vegetarian dish to share.)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Music with Gary Floyd.
Location:
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Tuesday, December 21, 2010 - 7:00-9:00pm
WINTER SOLSTICE Special Event
Come to the Dallas Meditation Center for a special
Winter
Solstice gathering facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Meditation, movement, music, and more...
Location:
► Click to get a flyer for this event.
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JANUARY 2011
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Tuesday, January 25, 2011 - 7:00-9:00pm
Spiritual Music Concert
Join us at the Dallas Meditation Center for an evening of
beautiful music with Brother ChiSing and guests
River's Voice -- Trish & Richard Bruxvoort-Colligan.
Musical meditation on the Ten Oxherding Pictures Koan.
Donations welcome.
Location:
► Get a flyer for this concert.
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Friday, January 28, 2011 - 8:00pm
"The Sound of Peace" Concert with
Tom Prasada-Rao & Cornell Kinderknecht
Share the joy and embrace the peaceful heart through beautiful,
uplifting, poignant, inspiring and invigorating music featuring
flutes, guitar, sitar, voice and other instruments.
Cornell Kinderknecht and Tom
Prasada-Rao.
Suggested donation: $15-25 per person.
Location:
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Saturday, January 29, 2011 - 9:00am-12:30pm
ZEN flow Meditation Retreat with Brother ChiSing
A retreat for those with some meditation experience.
Treat yourself to a heart-opening morning of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
► Get a flyer for this workshop.
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FEBRUARY 2011
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Sunday, February 13, 2011, 5:00-7:30 p.m.
Interfaith Buddhist
LUNAR NEW YEAR "Celebration of Manifestation"
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Meditation, music, ritual, readings, teaching, refreshments.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing and others.
All are welcome!
Location:
Unity Church of Dallas
◄ SPECIAL LOCATION
6525 Forest Ln (between Preston and Hillcrest)
Dallas, Texas 75230
► Get more information about this event.
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Friday, February 18, 2011 - 8:00-9:30pm
Music Concert with Cornell Kinderknecht featuring
Impending Bloom and Robin Hackett
Cosmic Music Night at DMC featuring Impending Bloom Floating
Ensemble with guest Robin
Hackett. Come enjoy the savory and sweet sounds of this
local world music ensemble that are at times rocking and at
other times trance-like and meditative, always uplifting and
moving. Hear the sounds of the bowed esraj, the bansuri and a
host of world percussion including udu, doumbek and
kanjira. Impending Bloom's guest of the evening will be Grammy
nominated songwriter, Robin Hackett whose music has been
featured on the CBS hit comedy "How I met Your Mother."
Location:
Suggested donation: $15-20.
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Saturday, February 19, 2011 - 9:00am-12:30pm
AMITABHA Chanting/Meditation Retreat with Brother ChiSing
A retreat for those with some meditation experience.
Treat yourself to a heart-opening morning of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
► Get a flyer for this workshop.
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3 MINDFUL MONDAYS w/ BROTHER CHISING
Week 1: "BUDDHA"
Monday, February 21, 2011, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
A unique spiritual series on the jewels of our practice presented
by Brother
ChiSing on Mondays, Feb 21 - Mar 7. This series is for those who have taken the
"Beginners Meditation Workshop" with Brother ChiSing or for
anyone who is a regular meditator at any of Brother ChiSing's
other groups.
(Optional yoga with Andy at 6:00pm)
February 21: #1 "BUDDHA"
February 28: #2 "DHARMA"
March 7: #3 "SANGHA"
Location:
Donations accepted: suggested $10-$20.
► Get a flyer for this series.
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Wednesday, February 23, 2011 - 7:00-9:00m
Introductory Meditation Class @ Unity on Greenville
Learn the concepts of mindfulness and meditation with
Brother
ChiSing
Contact Steve Colladay 214.642.1478 for information.
Location:
Suggested donation: $20-$40.
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DENTON
Saturday, February 26, 2011 - 1:00-4:00pm
Afternoon Meditation Retreat with Brother ChiSing
Instructions, Sitting & walking meditation, Eating meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings, Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
Denton Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
1111 Cordell St, Denton TX 76201.
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DENTON
Sunday, February 27, 2011 - 10:30am
Denton Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
Brother ChiSing will be the guest speaker at the Sunday morning service.
Location:
Denton Unitarian Universalist Fellowship
1111 Cordell St, Denton TX 76201.
Website
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3 MINDFUL MONDAYS w/ BROTHER CHISING
Week 2: "DHARMA"
Monday, February 28, 2011, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
A unique spiritual series on the jewels of our practice presented
by Brother
ChiSing on Mondays, Feb 21 - Mar 7. This series is for those who have taken the
"Beginners Meditation Workshop" with Brother ChiSing or for
anyone who is a regular meditator at any of Brother ChiSing's
other groups.
(Optional yoga with Andy at 6:00pm)
February 21: #1 "BUDDHA"
February 28: #2 "DHARMA"
March 7: #3 "SANGHA"
Location:
Donations accepted: suggested $10-$20.
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MARCH 2011
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Saturday, March 5, 2011 - 2:00-4:00pm
Introductory Yoga Workshop with Andy McDonald
Learn about yoga philosophy, breathing techniques, physical
alignment and the benefits of practicing yoga. Explore the
structure of yoga as a practice, find the best alignment for
your body in yoga postures, connect the breath with the body's
movement, and build confidence in your yoga practice. Workshop
includes lecture, practice of yoga asanas (postures),
meditation, and relaxation. Bring water, a notebook or journal,
comfortable clothing offering freedom of movement, and a yoga
mat (some yoga mats are available for students who don't have one).
Suggested donation level is $25-$40.
Visit Andy's website: www.TheNatureOfStillness.com
Location:
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3 MINDFUL MONDAYS w/ BROTHER CHISING
Week 3: "SANGHA"
Monday, March 7, 2011, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
A unique spiritual series on the jewels of our practice presented
by Brother
ChiSing on Mondays, Feb 21 - Mar 7. This series is for those who have taken the
"Beginners Meditation Workshop" with Brother ChiSing or for
anyone who is a regular meditator at any of Brother ChiSing's
other groups.
(Optional yoga with Andy at 6:00pm)
February 21: #1 "BUDDHA"
February 28: #2 "DHARMA"
March 7: #3 "SANGHA"
Location:
Donations accepted: suggested $10-$20.
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Saturday, March 12, 2011 - 9:00am-5:00pm
SEVEN CHAKRAS Meditation & Yoga Retreat
Prepare for the freshness of Spring with this beautiful retreat
of meditation, yoga and music.
Meditation with Brother
ChiSing.
Yoga with Andy McDonald.
Music with Robin Hackett.
Suggested donation: $60-80 (limited to 20 persons).
Location:
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Sunday, March 20, 2011, 5:00-7:30 pm
Spring Equinox and monthly community potluck dinner
Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Music with Gary Floyd and Robin Hackett.
Community vegetarian potluck dinner follows @ 7:00pm
Childcare provided during the 5-7pm gathering.
Location:
Optional early meditation at 4:30pm, yoga at 4:00pm
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Friday, March 25, 2011 - 8:00-9:30pm
Spring Music Night
Flutes and drums with Cornell Kinderknecht and Houston
musicians Sandy Czerwinski and Doyle Horton.
Welcome the Spring. Join us for an evening of fun and joy,
expressing community and friendship through music.
Location:
Suggested donation: $15-25.
Visit Cornell's website www.cornellk.com
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Sunday, March 27, 2011, 5:00-7:00pm
"The ZEN of Enlightenment"
A Special Evening with Zen Master KOSHO McCALL
(of the Soto Zen Lineage of Zen Master Shunryu Suzuki of the San Francisco Zen Center)
Sponsored by AWAKENING HEART Community of Mindful Living
Meditation, Chanting, Ritual, Teaching & Community-Sharing
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
$8 - $108 suggested donation
Childcare provided.
Optional early meditation at 4:30pm, yoga at 4:00.
Location:
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Tuesday, March 29, 2011 - 7:00-9:00pm
A Class on Soto ZEN Buddhism
(plus a brief introduction to VIPASSANA Meditation)
Lecture, Instruction, Practice, Q & A, Discussion, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
Suggested donation: $10-$30
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APRIL 2011
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AUSTIN
Friday PM - Sunday AM, April 8-10, 2011
"Be the Change"
WEEKEND MINDFULNESS RETREAT near Austin, Texas
In the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. All are welcome!
Facilitated by Brother Chan Huy
Sponsored by Plum Blossom Sangha of Austin, TX.
Website for more information: www.PlumBlossomSangha.org
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Sunday, April 10, 2011 - 10:00am-12:00pm
Introductory Yoga Workshop with Andy McDonald
Learn about yoga philosophy, breathing techniques, physical
alignment and the benefits of practicing yoga. Explore the
structure of yoga as a practice, find the best alignment for
your body in yoga postures, connect the breath with the body's
movement, and build confidence in your yoga practice. Workshop
includes lecture, practice of yoga asanas (postures),
meditation, and relaxation. Bring water, a notebook or journal,
comfortable clothing offering freedom of movement, and a yoga
mat (some yoga mats are available for students who don't have one).
Suggested donation level is $25-$40.
Location:
Visit Andy's website: www.TheNatureOfStillness.com
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DENTON / KRUGERVILLE
Sunday, April 10, 2011 - 11:00am
Unity Church of New Hope
Brother ChiSing will be the guest speaker at the Sunday morning
service
and will facilitate a workshop in the afternoon
11:00am - service
1:00pm - workshop
Location:
Unity Church of New Hope
6071 New Hope Rd
Krugerville, TX 76227
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Monday, April 11, 2011 - 11:30am-1:30pm
Buddhist Blessing and Meditation
Buddhist monks will join us at DMC for meditation and will
perform a blessing ceremony.
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Wednesday, April 13, 2011 - 7:00pm
Fort Worth for Japan
Japan Relief Benefit Concert
Please join us in support of the People of Japan. Brother ChiSing will
present an opening meditation. 100% of donations will be sent to
United Methodist Committee of Relief who is working to bring
immediate relief to communities in Japan.
The passionate musicians are donating their time and their
talent to provide this evening with the colorful blend of music-
Classical, Native American, Jazz, Flamenco, Japanese
Traditional, Latin jazz, Orchestral.
Location:
First United Methodist Church, Wesley Hall
800 West 5th Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102
► Get a flyer for this benefit.
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Saturday, April 30, 2011 - 7:30-9:00pm
Evening Concert with Julie Bonk & Cornell Kinderknecht
Spend a beautiful Spring evening of musical fun and joy with
renowned blues and jazz pianist, Julie
Bonk, and award-nominated world flutes player, Cornell
Kinderknecht. A unique concert not to be missed.
Admission: suggested $15-$25 / person.
Location:
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MAY 2011 - "Enlightenment Month"
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Sunday, May 1, 2011, 5:00-7:00pm
WESAK Week #1
Interfaith BUDDHIST DEDICATION Ceremony
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
3 Refuges and 5 Precepts Ceremony.
Brother ChiSing
facilitating.
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Saturday, May 7, 2011 - 9:00am-12:30pm
AMITABHA Chanting/Meditation Retreat with Brother ChiSing
For those with some meditation experience.
A Chanting / Meditation Retreat on Love Blessing and Gratitude
(in the tradition of Zen, Pure Land, THICH NHAT HANH & "One Dharma").
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
► Get a flyer for this workshop.
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Sunday, May 8, 2011, 5:00-7:00pm
WESAK Week #2
A Special Evening with SOTO ZEN TEACHER Gaelyn Godwin
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Please join us on this very special evening with Soto Zen Teacher,
Gaelyn Godwin from Houston Zen
Center.
Brother ChiSing will
facilitate.
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Saturday, May 14, 2011 - 9:00am-5:00pm
Day of Minfulness Retreat with Brother ChiSing
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Treat yourself to a heart-opening day of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Eating meditation, Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
This retreat is for those with some meditation experience.
Location:
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Sunday, May 15, 2011, 5:00-7:00pm
WESAK Week #3
"Buddha's Birthday" Celebration
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Celebrate the birth and enlightenment of the Buddha.
Meditation, music, dancing, messages & more.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Music by Robin Hackett.
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Sunday, May 22, 2011, 5:00-7:00pm
WESAK Week #4
One Year Dallas Meditation Center
Anniversary Celebration
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Celebrate the first anniversary of the Dallas Meditation Center.
Music, meditation, message and a very special program.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Music by Gary Floyd.
Community potluck dinner follows at 7:00pm
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HOUSTON
Saturday, May 28, 2011, 9:45am
Brother ChiSing at Houston Zen Center
Brother ChiSing will deliver the morning Dharma talk.
Location:
Houston Zen Center
1605 Heights Boulevard
Houston, TX 77008
713.869.1952
Website: www.HoustonZen.org
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Saturday, May 28, 2011 - 11:00am-1:00pm
Introductory Yoga Workshop with Andy McDonald
Learn about yoga philosophy, breathing techniques, physical
alignment and the benefits of practicing yoga. Explore the
structure of yoga as a practice, find the best alignment for
your body in yoga postures, connect the breath with the body's
movement, and build confidence in your yoga practice. Workshop
includes lecture, practice of yoga asanas (postures),
meditation, and relaxation. Bring water, a notebook or journal,
comfortable clothing offering freedom of movement, and a yoga
mat (some yoga mats are available for students who don't have one).
Suggested donation level is $25-$40.
Location:
Visit Andy's website: www.TheNatureOfStillness.com
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Saturday, May 28, 2011 - 7:30-9:00pm
Sound Oasis Concert
Welcome the Summer months and join Sound Oasis for an
evening of unique and beautiful rhythmic and melodic music that
blends world with jazz with pop with new age with a bit of
humor. Sound Oasis: Cornell Kinderknecht (world flutes
and woodwinds), Cynthia Stuart (keyboards and percussion)
and Martin McCall (drums and
percussion).
Suggested donation: $15-25.
Location:
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JUNE 2011
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Saturday, June 11, 2011 - 9:00am-12:30pm
Members MEDITATION Retreat with Brother ChiSing
For those with some meditation experience.
A Meditation Retreat on Love Blessing and Gratitude
(in the tradition of Zen, Pure Land, THICH NHAT HANH & "One Dharma").
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
► Get a flyer for this retreat.
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Sunday, June 12, 2011, 4:00-4:30pm
3 REFUGES and 5 PRECEPTS Ceremony
All members are encouraged to attend this to take or renew their
spiritual vows. Weekly Awakening Heart gathering follows at 5pm (optional silent meditation at 4:30).
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Friday, June 24, 2011 - 7:00-10:000pm
Native American Flute Circle
and Music Jam Night with Cornell Kinderknecht
For those who play, are interested in, or like the music of the
Native American flute. Other musicians are welcome also. You don't
need to play to attend. All are welcome.
Bring: flutes,
drums, other instruments, food to share.
Contact: Cornell Kinderknecht www.cornellk.com
Location:
Donations will be accepted to the center for providing the
gathering space.
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Saturday, June 25, 2011 - 1:00-3:00pm
Introductory Yoga Workshop with Andy McDonald
Learn about yoga philosophy, breathing techniques, physical
alignment and the benefits of practicing yoga. Explore the
structure of yoga as a practice, find the best alignment for
your body in yoga postures, connect the breath with the body's
movement, and build confidence in your yoga practice. Workshop
includes lecture, practice of yoga asanas (postures),
meditation, and relaxation. Bring water, a notebook or journal,
comfortable clothing offering freedom of movement, and a yoga
mat (some yoga mats are available for students who don't have one).
Suggested donation level is $25-$40.
Location:
Visit Andy's website: www.TheNatureOfStillness.com
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Sunday, June 26, 2011, 5:00-8:00 pm
Monthly community potluck dinner
Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Following our weekly meditation & more gathering, we will
hold
our monthly community dinner. Please bring a vegetarian
dish
or non-alcoholic beverage to share.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Community vegetarian potluck dinner follows @ 7:00pm
Childcare provided during the 5-7pm gathering.
Location:
Optional early meditation at 4:30pm
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JULY 2011
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Saturday, July 2, 2011 - 9:00am-12:30pm
Members MEDITATION Retreat with Brother ChiSing
For those with some meditation experience.
A Meditation Retreat on Love Blessing and Gratitude
(in the tradition of Zen, Pure Land, THICH NHAT HANH & "One Dharma").
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
► Get a flyer for this retreat.
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Sunday, July 10, 2011, 4:00-4:30pm
3 REFUGES and 5 PRECEPTS Ceremony
All members are encouraged to attend this to take or renew their
spiritual vows. Weekly Awakening Heart gathering follows at 5pm (optional silent meditation at 4:30).
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
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Saturday, July 23, 2011 - 2:00-4:00pm
Introductory Yoga Workshop with Andy McDonald
Learn about yoga philosophy, breathing techniques, physical
alignment and the benefits of practicing yoga. Explore the
structure of yoga as a practice, find the best alignment for
your body in yoga postures, connect the breath with the body's
movement, and build confidence in your yoga practice. Workshop
includes lecture, practice of yoga asanas (postures),
meditation, and relaxation. Bring water, a notebook or journal,
comfortable clothing offering freedom of movement, and a yoga
mat (some yoga mats are available for students who don't have one).
Suggested donation level is $25-$40.
Location:
Visit Andy's website: www.TheNatureOfStillness.com
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Saturday, July 23, 2011 - 7:30-9:00pm
Impending Bloom World Music Ensemble Concert
An evening of beautiful cosmic instrumental world music in a
relaxing setting. Impeccable and playful musical masters perform
on esraj, bansuri, violin, udu, doumbeck, kanjira, guitar and
many other world and ethnic instruments. Impending Bloom is -
Craig Shropshire: Udu / clay pot drums; Martin McCall: Doumbeck,
kanjira and all other kinds of drumuliscious things; Cornell
Kinderknecht: bansuri, bamboo flutes, and other woodwinds; Don
Vitsentzos: esraj and guitar; Mark Menikos: violin and other
strings.
Admission: Suggested $15-$25 / person.
Learn more about ImpendingBloom at www.ImpendingBloom.net
Location:
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AUGUST 2011
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Friday, August 12, 2011, 8:00-9:30pm
Sacred Sounds Concert / Tibetan Bowls and World Flutes
Cornell
Kinderknecht (world flutes) and Jodi Roberts (Tibetan bowls and gongs).
Join us for an evening of the beautiful music from these
ancient instruments.
Suggested donation: $15-25.
Location:
► Get a poster for this concert.
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Sunday, August 14, 2011 - 11:00 am
Arlington Unitarian Universalist Church
Brother ChiSing will be the guest speaker at the Sunday morning service.
2001 California Lane, Arlington, Texas 76015.
Website
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Tuesday, August 16, 2011 - 7:00-9:00pm
"The Power of GUIDED Meditations" 3-part Class
Experience a new awareness through guided meditation.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
Tuesday evenings August 16, 23 and 30th.
Location:
► Get a flyer for this class.
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Saturday, August 20, 2011 - 9:00am-12:30pm
Members MEDITATION Retreat with Brother ChiSing
For those with some meditation experience.
A Meditation Retreat on Love Blessing and Gratitude
(in the tradition of Zen, Pure Land, THICH NHAT HANH & "One Dharma").
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
► Get a flyer for this retreat.
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Tuesday, August 23, 2011 - 7:00-9:00pm
"The Power of GUIDED Meditations" 3-part Class
Experience a new awareness through guided meditation.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
Tuesday evenings August 16, 23 and 30th.
Location:
► Get a flyer for this class.
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Saturday, August 27, 2011 - 2:00-4:00pm
Introductory Yoga Workshop with Andy McDonald
Learn about yoga philosophy, breathing techniques, physical
alignment and the benefits of practicing yoga. Explore the
structure of yoga as a practice, find the best alignment for
your body in yoga postures, connect the breath with the body's
movement, and build confidence in your yoga practice. Workshop
includes lecture, practice of yoga asanas (postures),
meditation, and relaxation. Bring water, a notebook or journal,
comfortable clothing offering freedom of movement, and a yoga
mat (some yoga mats are available for students who don't have one).
Suggested donation level is $25-$40.
Location:
Visit Andy's website: www.TheNatureOfStillness.com
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Sunday, August 28, 2011, 5:00-8:00 pm
Monthly community potluck dinner and
Brother ChiSing's birthday celebration
Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Celebrate the birthday of our spiritual director, Brother ChiSing.
Music with Robin
Hackett, Gary Floyd and others.
Following our weekly meditation & more gathering, we will
hold
our monthly community dinner. Please bring a vegetarian
dish
or non-alcoholic beverage to share.
Community vegetarian potluck dinner follows @ 7:00pm
Childcare provided during the 5-7pm gathering.
Optional early meditation at 4:30pm
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Tuesday, August 30, 2011 - 7:00-9:00pm
"The Power of GUIDED Meditations" 3-part Class
Experience a new awareness through guided meditation.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
Tuesday evenings August 16, 23 and 30th.
Location:
► Get a flyer for this class.
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SEPTEMBER 2011
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Saturday, September 17, 2011 - 2:00-4:00pm
Beginner's Yoga Workshop with Andy McDonald
Learn about yoga philosophy, breathing techniques, physical
alignment and the benefits of practicing yoga. Explore the
structure of yoga as a practice, find the best alignment for
your body in yoga postures, connect the breath with the body's
movement, and build confidence in your yoga practice. Workshop
includes lecture, practice of yoga asanas (postures),
meditation, and relaxation. Bring water, a notebook or journal,
comfortable clothing offering freedom of movement, and a yoga
mat (some yoga mats are available for students who don't have one).
Suggested donation level is $25-$40.
Location:
Visit Andy's website: www.TheNatureOfStillness.com
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Friday, September 23, 2011 - 7:30pm
Interfaith AUTUMN EQUINOX "Celebration of Light"
Join Dallas Meditation Center and Awakening
Heart for a beautiful evening of meditation, music, kirtan
chant, sacred circle dance, moving messages and candlelight
blessings.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Music with The Bhakti House Band and Cornell
Kinderknecht.
All are welcome! Suggested donation: $11.
Location:
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Saturday, September 24, 2011 - 9:00am-12:30pm
"INTEGRAL Zen"
Members MEDITATION Retreat with Brother ChiSing
A powerful integration of ZEN Meditation with Pure Land devotion
to AMITABHA, the Cosmic Buddha of Infinite Light and
Life.
Open those who have some meditation experience.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
► Get more information about this retreat.
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Friday, September 30, 2011 - 7:00-10:00pm
"PURE IMAGINATION" Creativity Workshop
with Cornell Kinderknecht and Robin Hackett
Let your imagination guide you in this fun-filled and inpiring workshop.
Tap into that creative spark that resides in all of us. With
PLAY-full activity, writing, silence, being & doing and
communication, you will be Revealed, Nourished and Invited to
Play. Learn to incorporate your aspirations into each and every
day creatively. Whether your passion be art, music, work, home
or family, we'll explore ways of setting and achieving goals
while expressing that creative passion each and every day.
Facilitated by Robin
Hackett and Cornell Kinderknecht.
Fee: $50 in advance / $55 at the door (Register here)
Location:
► Get information and register online.
► Get a flyer for this event.
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OCTOBER 2011
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Sunday, October 9, 2011, 10:30 am
Community Unitarian Universalist Church of Plano, Texas
Brother ChiSing will deliver the sermon at the Sunday morning service.
2875 East Parker Road, Plano, Texas 75074
Website: www.communityuuchurch.org
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Saturday, October 15, 2011 - 4:00-6:00pm
Beginner's Yoga Workshop with Andy McDonald
Learn about yoga philosophy, breathing techniques, physical
alignment and the benefits of practicing yoga. Explore the
structure of yoga as a practice, find the best alignment for
your body in yoga postures, connect the breath with the body's
movement, and build confidence in your yoga practice. Workshop
includes lecture, practice of yoga asanas (postures),
meditation, and relaxation. Bring water, a notebook or journal,
comfortable clothing offering freedom of movement, and a yoga
mat (some yoga mats are available for students who don't have one).
Suggested donation level is $25-$40.
Location:
Visit Andy's website: www.TheNatureOfStillness.com
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HOUSTON
Thursday - Sunday, October 20-23, 2011
STABLE AND FREE:
Finding a Sense of Place and Purpose in the World
A Mindfulness Retreat with Brother Michael Ciborski.
Sponsored by The Mindfulness Practice Community of Houston.
Website for more information: www.MPCHouston.org
► Get a flyer for this retreat.
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DENTON / KRUGERVILLE
Sunday, October 23, 2011 - 11:00am
Unity Church of New Hope
Brother ChiSing will be the guest speaker at the Sunday morning
service
and will facilitate a workshop in the afternoon
11:00am - service
1:00pm - meditation workshop
Location:
Unity Church of New Hope
6071 New Hope Rd
Krugerville, TX 76227
Website
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Sunday, October 23, 2011, 5:00-8:00 pm
Monthly community potluck dinner
Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Following our weekly meditation & more gathering, we will
hold
our monthly community dinner. Please bring a vegetarian
dish
or non-alcoholic beverage to share.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Community vegetarian potluck dinner follows @ 7:00pm
Childcare provided during the 5-7pm gathering.
Location:
Optional early meditation at 4:30pm
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Friday, October 28, 2011, 8:00-9:30pm
"Honoring our Ancestors"
Concert with flutes and guitar
Cornell
Kinderknecht (Native and bamboo flutes) and David Rosenblad (guitar & vocals). Join us for an
evening of uplifting music that feeds the heart and soul.
Honoring All Saints Day, All Souls Day and, of course, Halloween.
Suggested donation: $15-25.
► View a poster for this event.
Location:
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Saturday, October 29, 2011 - 9:00am-12:30pm
Monthly "MINDFULNESS" Morning Retreat
A powerful integration of ZEN Meditation with Pure Land devotion
to AMITABHA, the Cosmic Buddha of Infinite Light and
Life.
Open those who have some meditation experience.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
► Get more information about this retreat.
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ARLINGTON
Sunday, October 30, 2011 - 11:00 am
Arlington Unitarian Universalist Church
Brother ChiSing will be the guest speaker at the Sunday morning service.
Location:
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Sunday, October 30, 2011, 4:30pm
Retreat Reunion and Vow Recitation
Reconnect with friends who attended the Magnolia Grove retreat.
Sing songs and recite the Mindfulness Trainings prior to the
weekly Awakening Heart Sunday
gathering. Other interested Sangha members are invited to join.
Location:
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NOVEMBER 2011
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Saturday, November 5, 2011 - 9:00am-12:00noon
Quarterly SEVEN CHAKRAS Meditation/Yoga Retreat
with Brother ChiSing and Andy McDonald
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing and Andy McDonald.
Treat yourself to a heart-opening morning of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Yoga / Mindful Movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
This retreat is for those with some meditation experience.
Location:
► Get a flyer for this workshop.
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Friday, November 11, 2011
Join us throughout the day to celebrate this special date.
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Friday, November 11, 2011 - 11:11am
Special "11th STEP" MEDITATION
Open to all.
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Friday, November 11, 2011 - 7:11-9:11pm
11•11•11 CELEBRATION of Oneness, Synchronicity & Alignment
Brother ChiSing, Robin Hackett, Cornell Kinderknecht & other friends.
Meditation, music, chanting, messages, ritual, sacred dance.
Suggested donation: $11
ALL ARE WELCOME!
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Friday, November 11, 2011 - 11:11pm
Special "11th STEP" MEDITATION
Open to all.
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PLANO
Sunday, November 13, 2011, 10:30 am
Community Unitarian Universalist Church of Plano, Texas
Brother ChiSing will deliver the sermon at the Sunday morning service.
Location:
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Saturday, November 19, 2011 - 9:00am-12:30pm
Monthly "MINDFULNESS" Morning Retreat
A retreat for those with some meditation experience.
Treat yourself to a heart-opening morning of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
► Get more information about this retreat.
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DENTON / KRUGERVILLE
Sunday, November 20, 2011 - 11:00am
Unity Church of New Hope
Brother ChiSing will be the guest speaker at the Sunday morning
service.
Location:
Unity Church of New Hope
6071 New Hope Rd
Krugerville, TX 76227
Website
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Sunday, November 20, 2011 - 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
SPECIAL PRE-THANKSGIVING GATHERING
Vegetarian Potluck Meal follows
Celebrate and show gratidute for community.
Music, meditation, ritual, readings, and teachings
followed by a vegetarian potluck meal.
(Bring a vegetarian dish to share.)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
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Friday, November 25, 2011 - 7:30-9:00pm
Thanksgiving & Gratitude Guided Musical Meditation
Start the holiday season by treating yourself to an evening of
bliss and gratitude. Through beautiful guided and musical
meditation, and just sharing our time together, we'll nurture a
practice of "thank you," expressing gratitude for what we have
and for all experiences that shape our lives.
Facilitated by Cornell Kinderknecht.
Suggested donation: $15-$25.
Location:
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DECEMBER 2011
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ARLINGTON
Sunday, December 4, 2011 - 10:00 am
Unity of Arlington
Brother ChiSing will be the guest speaker at the Sunday morning service.
Location:
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Friday, December 16, 2011 - 7:00 p.m.
AND
Saturday, December 17. 2011 - 7:00 p.m.
19th Annual WINTER SOLSTICELEBRATION
"Our Human Journey"
Join 1000 of your friends for Dallas' premier seasonal
celebration. Come either Friday or Saturday evening (or both).
Performances by some of DFW's finest artists including Robin Hackett, Cornell
Kinderknecht, Freddie
Jones, Eric Folkerth, Lainey Berstein, Mark
Menikos, Kerri Arista and many more. Sponsored by Earth
Rhythms (MoonLady, etc.). Doors open at 6pm.
Location:
For more info and advance ticket purchase, go to: www.EarthRhythms.org
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Saturday, December 17, 2011 - 8:30am-12:30pm
Yoga and Meditation Retreat
with Brother ChiSing and Andy McDonald
A retreat for those with some meditation experience.
Treat yourself to a heart-opening morning of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing and Andy McDonald.
Location:
Suggested donation: $40-$60
► Get a flyer for this retreat.
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JANUARY 2012
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Saturday, January 7, 2012 - 9:00am-12:30pm
Monthly "MINDFULNESS" Morning Retreat
A retreat for those with some meditation experience.
Treat yourself to a heart-opening morning of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
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HOUSTON
Saturday, January 14, 2012, 9:45am
Brother ChiSing at Houston Zen Center
Brother ChiSing will deliver the morning Dharma talk.
Location:
Houston Zen Center
1605 Heights Boulevard
Houston, TX 77008
713.869.1952
Website: www.HoustonZen.org
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Saturday, January 21, 2012 - 9:00am-12:00pm
Yoga and Meditation Retreat
with Andy McDonald
A retreat for those with some meditation experience.
Treat yourself to a heart-opening morning of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Andy McDonald.
Location:
Suggested donation: $30-$50
Please register in advance for this retreat.
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Saturday, January 28, 2012 - 2:00-4:00pm
Yoga Playshop with Andy McDonald
Learn about yoga philosophy, breathing techniques, physical
alignment and the benefits of practicing yoga. Explore the
structure of yoga as a practice, find the best alignment for
your body in yoga postures, connect the breath with the body's
movement, and build confidence in your yoga practice. Workshop
includes lecture, practice of yoga asanas (postures),
meditation, and relaxation. Bring water, a notebook or journal,
comfortable clothing offering freedom of movement, and a yoga
mat (some yoga mats are available for students who don't have one).
Suggested donation level is $25-$40.
Location:
Visit Andy's website: www.TheNatureOfStillness.com
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Sunday, January 29, 2012, 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Interfaith Buddhist
LUNAR NEW YEAR Celebration
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Meditation, music, ritual, readings, teaching, refreshments.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing and others.
Music with The Bhakti House Band, Cornell
Kinderknecht, Robin
Hackett, Gary Floyd and others.
Dinner at 7:00pm
All are welcome! Childcare available during the 5-7pm gathering.
Location:
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MINNESOTA
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Saturday, November 4, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Minneapolis / St. Paul (Twin Cities)
Interfaith "Day of Mindfulness" Retreat
An experiential retreat on the practice of being deeply
present to Life in oneself, in others and all of Nature
Theme: "The Heart of Awakening"
Instructions, Sitting & walking meditation, Eating meditation, Mindful movement,
Teachings, Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Location: MAYFLOWER CHURCH (UCC)
106 E. Diamond Lake Rd., Minneapolis, MN 55419
www.mayflowermpls.org
Flyer: 061104-DoM.pdf
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APRIL 2007
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Friday, April 20 - Sunday, April 29, 2007
~ Brother ChiSing's Minnesota Tour ~
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Friday, April 20, 2007 - 5:30 pm
"MINDFULNESS FOR STUDENTS" Club
Mayo Memorial Meditation Room
University of Minnesota
Website: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mind4stu
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Saturday, April 21, 2007 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
UMN "DAY OF MINDFULNESS"
Instructions, Sitting & walking meditation, Eating meditation,
Mindful movement,
Teachings, Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Sponsored by Mindfulness for Students Club at the University of Minnesota
Website: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mind4stu
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Sunday, April 22, 2007
Clouds in Water Zen Center
Brother ChiSing will deliver a dharma talk at the morning service.
308 Prince Street, Suite 120, St. Paul, MN 55101
Website: http://www.cloudsinwater.org
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Sunday, April 22, 2007 - 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
BLOOMING HEART SANGHA
Heartwood Mindfulness Practice Center
3706 East 34th Street, Minneapolis, MN
Website: http://www.bloomingheart.org
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Tuesday, April 24, 2007 - 11:35 am
United Theological Seminary of the Twin Cities
Brother ChiSing will speak at the Chapel Service
3000 5th St. NW, New Brighton, MN 55112
Website: http://www.unitedseminary-mn.org
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Thursday, April 26, 2007 - 6:30-9:00 pm
Evening of Mindfulness at Mayflower Church (Note new location)
Mayflower Community Congregational Church
106 East Diamond Lake Road, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Website: http://www.mayflowermpls.org
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Friday, April 27, 2007 - 9:30-11:00 am
Compassionate Ocean Dharma Center
Common Ground Meditation Center
3400 E. 26th St., Minneapolis
Website: http://www.oceandharma.org
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Friday, April 27, 2007 - 5:30 pm
"MINDFULNESS FOR STUDENTS" Club
Mayo Memorial Meditation Room
University of Minnesota
Website: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mind4stu
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Saturday, April 28, 2007 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
MINNEAPOLIS Interfaith "DAY OF MINDFULNESS"
@ Mayflower Church UCC
"A RETURN TO SPIRIT: Simplicity,
Surrender and Surprise"
An experiential retreat on the practice of being deeply
present to Life in oneself, in others and all of Nature
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
Mayflower Community Congregational Church
106 East Diamond Lake Road, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Website: http://www.mayflowermpls.org
Flyer: Minneapolis Day of Mindfulness
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Sunday, April 29, 2007 - 8:30 am & 11:00 am
Morning service @ Mayflower Church UCC
106 E. Diamond Lake Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Website: www.mayflowermpls.org
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Friday, October 5, 2007 9:30-11:00 am
Compassionate Ocean Dharma Center
Common Ground Meditation Center
3400 E. 26th St., Minneapolis
Website: http://www.oceandharma.org
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Friday, October 5, 2007 - 5:30 pm
"MINDFULNESS FOR STUDENTS" Club
University of Minnesota
Website: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mind4stu
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Saturday, October 6, 2007 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
MINNEAPOLIS Interfaith "DAY OF MINDFULNESS"
@ Mayflower Church UCC
"SHABBAT SHALOM:
Personal and Collective 'Sabbath'
as the Practice of Radical Peace"
An experiential retreat on the practice of being deeply
present to Life in oneself, in others and all of Nature
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
Mayflower Community Congregational Church
106 East Diamond Lake Road, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Website: http://www.mayflowermpls.org
Flyer: Minneapolis Day of Mindfulness
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Sunday, October 7, 2007
Clouds in Water Zen Center
Brother ChiSing will deliver a dharma talk at the morning service.
308 Prince Street, Suite 120, St. Paul, MN 55101
Website: http://www.cloudsinwater.org
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Friday, April 4, 2008 9:30-11:00 am
Compassionate Ocean Dharma Center
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing
Common Ground Meditation Center
3400 E. 26th St., Minneapolis
Website: http://www.oceandharma.org
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Friday, April 4, 2008 - 5:00-8:30 pm
EVENING OF MINDFULNESS
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
University of Minnesota
Mindfulness for Students Club
Website: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mind4stu
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Saturday, April 5, 2008 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
MINNEAPOLIS Interfaith "DAY OF MINDFULNESS"
@ Mayflower Church UCC
An experiential retreat on the practice of being deeply
present to Life in oneself, in others and all of Nature
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
Mayflower Community Congregational Church
106 East Diamond Lake Road, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Website: http://www.mayflowermpls.org
Flyer: Minneapolis Day of Mindfulness
Get more information and register online
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Sunday, April 6, 2008 - 9:45 am
Mayflower Church UCC Youth Group
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing
106 E. Diamond Lake Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Website: www.mayflowermpls.org
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Friday, October 10, 2008 9:30-11:00 am
Compassionate Ocean Dharma Center
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing
Common Ground Meditation Center
3400 E. 26th St., Minneapolis
Website: http://www.oceandharma.org
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Friday, October 10, 2008 - 5:00-8:30 pm
EVENING OF MINDFULNESS
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing
University of Minnesota
Mindfulness for Students Club
Website: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mind4stu
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Saturday, October 11, 2008 11:11 am
Peace Walk in Honor of Thich Nhat Hanh's Birthday
Rose Garden at Lake Harriet
Gather at 11a.m., walk will start at 11:11
Led by Brother ChiSing
4125 E Lake Harriet Pkwy
Minneapolis, MN 55409
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Sunday, October 12, 2008
Clouds in Water Zen Center
Brother ChiSing will deliver a dharma talk at the morning service.
308 Prince Street, Suite 120, St. Paul, MN 55101
Website: http://www.cloudsinwater.org
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Friday, October 23, 2009 9:30-11:00 am
Compassionate Ocean Dharma Center
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing
Ocean Dharma Center Annex, Casket Arts Building
681 17th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN
Website: www.OceanDharma.org
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Friday, October 23, 2009 - 5:00-8:30 pm
EVENING OF MINDFULNESS
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
University of Minnesota
Mindfulness for Students Club
Website: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mind4stu
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Saturday, October 24, 2009 - 9:00 am - 12:30 pm
ZEN flow -
Minneapolis "MORNING OF MINDFULNESS"
@ Mayflower Church UCC
An experiential retreat on the practice of being deeply
present to Life in oneself, in others and all of Nature
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Mayflower Community Congregational Church
106 East Diamond Lake Road, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Website: www.MayflowerMpls.org
► Get a flyer for this event
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Sunday, October 25, 2009 - 9:45 am
Mayflower Church UCC Youth Group
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing
106 E. Diamond Lake Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55419
Website: www.MayflowerMpls.org
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Sunday, October 25, 2009 - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
BLOOMING HEART SANGHA
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing
Heartwood Mindfulness Practice Center
3706 East 34th Street, Minneapolis, MN
Website: www.BloomingHeart.org
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Thursday, March 25, 2010 7:00-8:30 pm
The Meditation Center
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing:
"Turn Your Karma Into Dharma"
631 University Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Website: www.TheMeditationCenter.org
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Friday, March 26, 2010 9:30-11:00 am
Compassionate Ocean Dharma Center
Brother ChiSing will be present at the morning gathering.
Ocean Dharma Center Annex, Casket Arts Building
681 17th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN
Website: www.OceanDharma.org
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Friday, March 26, 2010 - 5:00 pm
"MINDFULNESS FOR STUDENTS" Club
Brother ChiSing will be present for the club's weekly gathering.
University of Minnesota
Website: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mindful
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Friday, March 26, 2010 - 7:00 pm
Friday Night InterPlay with Phil Porter and CathyAnn Beaty
Brother ChiSing will be in attendance.
Mayflower Congregational Church
106 East Diamond Lake Road,
Minneapolis, MN 55419
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Sunday, March 28, 2010 - 9:00-11:00 am
Clouds in Water Zen Center
Brother ChiSing will deliver a dharma talk at the morning service:
"Many Buddhas, One Heart"
308 Prince Street, Suite 120, St. Paul, MN 55101
Website: www.CloudsInWater.org
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Sunday, March 28, 2010 - 1:00-4:00 pm
Afternoon retreat with Brother ChiSing
"The JOY of Mindful Living"
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Clouds in Water Zen Center
308 Prince Street, Suite 120, St. Paul, MN 55101
Website: www.CloudsInWater.org
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Sunday, March 28, 2010 - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
BLOOMING HEART SANGHA
Brother ChiSing speaking:
"The Pure Land Here and Now"
Heartwood Mindfulness Practice Center
3706 East 34th Street, Minneapolis, MN
Website: www.BloomingHeart.org
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Friday, June 4, 2010, 7:00-9:00pm
Meditation with Brother ChiSing
Location:
Midwest Karate and Yoga Studio
762 East 7th St., St. Paul, MN 55106
Website: www.MWKarate.com
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Saturday, June 5, 2010, 1:00-5:00pm
The JOY of Mindful Living afternoon retreat with Brother ChiSing
Treat yourself to a heart-opening afternoon of peace, joy, wisdom,
and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Location:
Clouds in Water Zen Center
308 Prince Street, Suite 120, St. Paul, MN 55101
Website: www.CloudsInWater.org
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Thursday, September 16, 2010, 5:00-6:30pm
Augsburg College Mindfulness for Students Club
Brother ChiSing will leading the first meditation session of the school year.
2211 Riverside Ave. South
Minneapolis, MN 55454
Website: www.Augsburg.edu
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Friday, September 17, 2010 9:30-11:00 am
Compassionate Ocean Dharma Center
Brother ChiSing will be present at the morning gathering.
Ocean Dharma Center Annex, Casket Arts Building
681 17th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN
Website: www.OceanDharma.org
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Friday, September 17, 2010 - 5:00 pm
"MINDFULNESS FOR STUDENTS" Club
Brother ChiSing will be present for the club's weekly gathering.
University of Minnesota
Website: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mindful
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Sunday, September 19, 2010 - 9:00-11:00 am
Clouds in Water Zen Center
Brother ChiSing will be present at the morning service.
308 Prince Street, Suite 120, St. Paul, MN 55101
Website: www.CloudsInWater.org
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Sunday, September 19, 2010, 12:00noon-4:00pm
The JOY of Mindful Living afternoon retreat with Brother ChiSing
In this afternoon mini-retreat on "The JOY of Mindful Living,"
Brother ChiSing will facilitate a rejuvenating process of
calming the body, purifying the mind, opening the heart and
freeing the spirit through various modalities of meditation,
both guided and silent, in stillness and in motion.
Location:
Clouds in Water Zen Center
308 Prince Street, Suite 120, St. Paul, MN 55101
Website: www.CloudsInWater.org
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Thursday, March 3, 2011, 5:00-7:00pm
Augsburg College Mindfulness Club
Basic mindfulness instruction (sitting, walking & singing) and a
mindful eating experience with free buffet of vegan entrees from
Evergreen Restaurant (Mpls). Come join us for dinner and
de-stress at the same time!
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Augsburg College, Kennedy Center, Room 304
2211 Riverside Ave. South, Minneapolis, MN 55454
Website: www.Augsburg.edu
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Friday, March 4, 2011, 9:30-11:00 am
Compassionate Ocean Dharma Center
Brother ChiSing will be speaking at the morning gathering.
Ocean Dharma Center Annex, Casket Arts Building
681 17th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN
Website: www.OceanDharma.org
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Friday, March 4, 2011, 6:30-8:30 pm
"MINDFULNESS FOR STUDENTS" Club
Brother ChiSing will be speaking at the club's weekly gathering.
This night will focus primarily on sitting and walking
meditation with some mindfulness teachings and time for
questions. Light snacks and refreshments will be served after.
Come take your mindfulness practice deeper!
University of Minnesota
President's Room of Coffman Memorial (East Bank)
Website: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mindful
► Get a flyer for this event.
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Saturday, March 5, 2011 - 9:00am-12:30pm
Amitabha "Infinite Light" Meditation Retreat
A Morning Meditation Retreat on the Harmony of Zen & "Pure Land"
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Clouds in Water Zen Center
308 Prince Street, Suite 120, St. Paul, MN 55101
Website: www.CloudsInWater.org
► Get a flyer for this retreat.
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Saturday, March 5, 2011 - 1:30-5:00pm
Beginner's Meditation Workshop
A heart-opening workshop open to all to experience the peace and
joy of mindfulness and meditation.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Clouds in Water Zen Center
308 Prince Street, Suite 120, St. Paul, MN 55101
Website: www.CloudsInWater.org
► Get a flyer for this workshop.
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Sunday, March 6, 2011, 9:00-11:15am
Compassionate Ocean Dharma Center
Brother ChiSing will speak at the morning gathering.
Ocean Dharma Center Annex, Casket Arts Building
681 17th Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
Website: www.OceanDharma.org
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CALIFORNIA
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MAY 2007
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Sunday, May 13 - Monday, May 14
~ Brother ChiSing's San Francisco Tour ~
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Sunday, May 13, 10:30 am
GBF
San Francisco Buddhist Center
37 Bartlett Street, San Francisco, CA
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Monday, May 14, 5:30-6:30 pm
LGBT Meditation Group
San Francisco LGBT Community Center
1800 Market Street - San Francisco, CA
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Monday, May 14, 7:00-9:00 pm
Q-Sangha
Hartford Zen Center
57 Hartford, San Francisco, CA
Website: http://www.mccsf.org/qsangha
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JANUARY 2008
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Friday, January 25, 2008 - 6:30-9:30 pm
Interfaith Christian
EVENING OF MINDFULNESS
First Congregational Church of Oakland UCC
2501 Harrison St. (at 27th St.) Oakland, CA 94612
Flyer: Evening of Mindfulness
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Saturday, April 12, 2008 - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
LOS ANGELES "DAY OF MINDFULNESS"
Treat yourself to a heart-opening day of peace, joy, wisdom,
and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Eating meditation, Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing, Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
$40-$60 sliding donation.
Sangha Center for Spiritual Living
Huntington Beach Church of Religious Science
7641 Talbert Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92648
For more information and registration, contact
Victoria Emerson (714-625-7879)
Download a flyer: LA Day of Mindfulness
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Sunday, April 13, 2008 - 10:30 am
GBF
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing
San Francisco Buddhist Center
37 Bartlett Street, San Francisco, CA
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Sunday, April 13, 2008 - 7:00 pm
Mission Sangha
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing
3271 20th St at Folsom
San Francisco, CA 94110
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Monday, April 14, 5:30-6:30 pm
LGBT Meditation Group
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing
San Francisco LGBT Community Center
1800 Market Street - San Francisco, CA
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Monday, April 14, 2008 - 7:00-9:00 pm
Q-Sangha
Guest speaker: Brother ChiSing
Hartford Zen Center
57 Hartford, San Francisco, CA
Website: http://www.mccsf.org/qsangha
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Monday, August 18, 2008
Brother ChiSing speaking in San Francisco
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Tuesday, August 19, 2008 - 6:30-9:30pm
EVENING OF MINDFULNESS
@ MCC San Francisco
Meditation, Inspiration, and Transformation presented by Q-Sangha MCCSF
Beginner friendly, and open to peole of all faiths, ethnicities,
orientations, and levels of expierence.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
$10-$30 suggested donation.
Location:
The Kanbar Center
44 Page Street (between Gough St. & Franklin St.)
San Francisco, CA 94102
More information at www.mccsf.org
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Saturday, September 27, 2008 - 9am-5pm
ANIMAL ACRES "DAY OF MINDFULNESS"
Treat yourself to a heart-opening outdoor retreat
@ Animal Acres (about 45 minutes from Los Angeles)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
$50 includes instruction, catered vegan lunch and beverages.
Bring your meditation cushions, mat, and blanket.
Registration available through Animal Acres:
Phone: 661-269-5404 / Email: info@AnimalAcres.org
http://www.AnimalAcres.org
Animal Acres
5200 Escondido Canyon Road
Acton, CA 93510
Get a flyer for this retreat.
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JUNE 2009
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Sunday, June 21, 2009, 10:30 am
GBF
San Francisco Buddhist Center
37 Bartlett Street, San Francisco, CA
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BEYOND…
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Saturday, February 16, 2008 - 10am-2pm
A "Spiritual Tuneup"
CHRISTIAN MINDFULNESS
St. Louis, MO
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
Meditation, Inspiration, and Transformation.
The Art of Being Deeply Present to God in Oneself in Others and in All Creation.
Presented by Metropolitan Community Church of Greater Saint Louis (MO).
For information and registration: 314-361-3221
Flyer: Christian Mindfulness
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