Day of Mindfulness

Saturday, October 26, 2024

9 am to 2 pm

Trinity Episcopal Church and Labyrinth

44 North 2nd Street, Ashland

Dharma Teacher - Sheila Canal

The Intimacy of Practice: Knowing the Heart to Serve with Heart:
How Compassion Arises from Mindful Awareness

A Day of Mindfulness is a gift we give ourselves to touch the Buddha nature within and see the Buddha nature of others.  We are supported by the teachings of the Dharma and the presence of Sangha, the community that practices harmoniously.  Looking deeply with conscious awareness we uncover a relationship to the mind and our hearts and compassion arises.

“When we realize that afflictions are no other than enlightenment, we can ride the waves of birth and death in peace…”  Thich Nhat Hanh, 50 Verses on the Nature of Consciousness from Understanding Our Minds.

What to wear and bring:

    • Loose, comfortable clothing
    • Shoes/jacket (as appropriate) for time spent outdoors, particularly walking the labyrinth
    • Cushion for sitting if preferred (chairs available)
    • A vegetarian bag lunch
    • Water
    • Cash or checkbook for dana (will be donated to the dharma teacher)

Parking for the Day of Mindfulness will be available in the Elks Club lot across the street.  Park in the overflow area next to 2nd Street.  The attendant will be notified to allow parking for this event without requiring a decal.