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Portland Insight Meditation Community has a number of regular and occasional events on its schedule. No registration or fee is required for these events. As in ancient Buddhist tradition the classes are offered on a "Dana" basis. In keeping with their financial ability, and their understanding of the importance of generosity, participants contribute to the support of the community.
Please refer to the Calendar for specific details on dates, times and locations.
Sunday Evenings With Robert Beatty
Each session consists of instruction, guided meditation, silence, and a Dharma talk reflecting upon some aspect of meditation. Instruction is given in sitting, walking and movement meditations, as well as ways of carrying the practice into daily life. Helpful for beginners and experienced meditators.
Introductions to Meditation With Robert Beatty
Join Robert Beatty the first Sunday of each month for an introduction to our center and to the practice of meditation.
Kids and Family Program
This program is appropriate for school-aged kids from K-12th grade. Each meeting has a Dharma lesson, meditation, chanting, and special projects. Lead teacher Robert Beatty meets with the group at least once a month. The program is taught by rotating parent volunteers.
We want to grow. Our sangha needs parents, grandparents, and kids of all ages. Let us know if you would like to volunteer your time and talents with the kids.
Click here for more information about the kids and family program.
Tuesday
Evenings With Jim Dalton
Join Jim Dalton for an evening of meditation in Beaverton, on the west side of the Portland metro area.
Tuesday
Evenings (9:30 - 11:00 p.m.) With Christine Howard
This group includes guided and silent sitting in the practice that leads to insight or Vipassana mind. This is the mindfulness meditation practice that was taught by the Buddha over 2500 years ago. The focus of Christine's teaching is on the cultivation of compassion, loving-kindness and wisdom through the practice of being fully present for the ever changing joys and sorrows of life. In addition to traditional mindfulness meditation, there is also an opportunity for informal discussion and for questions related to practice. The Dharma discussion is in a small group setting. Open to beginning and advanced students alike. For more information, contact Christine at 503.236.4506.
Thursday Evenings With Doug
Pullin
The evening includes guided and silent sitting in the practice that
leads to insight or Vipassana mind. This is the mindfulness meditation
practice that was taught by the Buddha over 2500 years ago. The focus
of Doug's teaching is on the cultivation of compassion, loving-kindness
and wisdom through the practice of being fully present for the ever
changing joys and sorrows of life. In addition to traditional mindfulness
meditation, there is also an opportunity for informal discussion and
for questions related to practice. The Dharma discussion is in a small
group setting. Open to beginning and advanced students alike.
Beginners' Meditation Class with Doug Pullin
This introductory class covers the fundamentals of Insight Meditation, including the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, the five hindrances, the difference between mindfulness and concentration, lovingkindness and compassion, developing a daily practice and bringing your meditation into daily life. In addition, Doug covers how to bring loving attention into body sensations, and to work with moods, thoughts and emotions.
Extended Meditation and Mindfulness Retreats
Half-day, full-day and extended-length retreats are also available from time to time. Please see the Retreats page for more details. |
