Ozarks Dharma Community

Beginning a meditation practice can be an overwhelming experience, especially if the mind is flooded with questions. How can I fit one more thing into my already busy life? What do I do when I sit to meditate? Is this what meditation is supposed to feel like? Is this even worth my time? A Beginner's Practice Group is meant to provide you with the encouragement and accountability that helps you establish a regular meditation practice. Whether you're completely new to meditation or are looking to deepen your commitment, you're welcome to join us on the second and fourth Mondays of June - September 2013 (8 meetings, 7 pm to 8:30 pm) as we explore the how and why of starting a meditation practice. For more information, visit: http://begin.ozarksdharma.org/   To r egister, c ontact David: by e-m ail at: register@cccozarks.org by phone at: 417-893-0305

Our friend Steve Berkwitz has informed us that he will be giving a talk at the Missouri Buddhist Meditation Center in St. Louis on Sat. May 25th.  The Center is led by a Sri Lankan bhikkhu, Ven. Pannarama.  It is located at 7102 N. Hanley Rd. in St. Louis.  Here is a schedule of events for Wesak Day: 6.15-7:15 am — Taking Eight Precepts and Buddha Puja 7:15-8:00 — Morning Dana 8:00-9:00 — Meditation 9:00-10:00 — Jataka Story Sermon 10:00-10:45 — Talk by Prof. Steve Berkwitz 10:45-11:30 — Buddha Puja 11:30-12:30 pm — Late-morning Dana 12:30-1:00 — Break 1:00-3:00 — Dharma talk (Sinhala & English) 3:00-3:30 — Tea 3:30-4:00 — Loving-kindness Meditation 4:00-4:30 — Mindfulness Meditation 4:30-5:00 — Ending the Eight Precepts 5:00-6:30 — Devotional singing Everyone is welcome to attend any of the activities on this special day.