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6/27/2024 “Dissatisfaction, Suffering and Precept Practice” with Tony Bernhard
Audio Dharma6/20/2024 “Disappointment: An Important Practice Leading to Insight” with Dennis Warren
Audio DharmaBuddhism encourages us to realize that things are frequently not as they first appear. In many cases, the true nature of something is the reverse of what we initially think: what we want and believe is helpful, harms us in the long run; what we don’t want is what we most need; what seems to be a risk is an opportunity.
Disappointment falls into this category. Although we would prefer not to experience it, disappointment is a pre-condition to real development in practice and a more open, inclusive, kind life.
This evening will explore the nature of disappointment and the important role it plays in spiritual practice. What is it? How can we welcome it into our lives? How can we relate to it as a practice, rather than as something unwanted? And why is it indispensable to deep, fundamental insight?
The subject matter of this evening will be appropriate for all stages of practice
6/13/2024 “World on Fire – Facing Climate Change” with Seth Castleman
Audio Dharma(Online) Experiencing Insight (3-month course)
Meditation Course, Upcoming ClassesJanuary 7, 2025 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm PST
This is a 3-month course lead by SIM Founding Teacher Dennis Warren. Meetings are scheduled on Tuesdays every week* as on-line only sessions from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM.
* For more information, visit the course overview page at Experiencing Insight.
Registration
The fee is $50.00 per person. If you are able and interested in further supporting SIM financially, you have the option of a registration fee of either $75 or $100 dollars. Note that fee amounts above the regular rate support Sacramento Insight Meditation and is distinct from a donation to the teacher. For the registration fee, we also accept personal checks. No one will be turned away for lack of funds; contact the course registrar for more information.
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Wait List
The class is full however you may use this form to add your name to the wait list. Should someone drop out of the course, we'll send you a notification email or phone you to confirm you'd like to enroll in the course. Thank you for your interest in SIM community offerings.
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Remote Meeting Zoom
6/06/2024 “Taking Our Raft Across the Flood” with Diana Clark
Audio DharmaSometimes we might feel submerged with suffering. The Buddha pointed to this experience and gave instructions on how we can create a raft to carry us to safety.
(Onsite) SDC Book Cataloging and Potluck
June 22 @ 10:00 am – 3:30 pm PDT
This is an intersangha event hosted by the Sacramento Dharma enter.
Remote Meeting Zoom
Buddhist Book Cataloging and Potluck
NewsThis is an intersangha event hosted by the Sacramento Dharma enter. Come on Saturday, June 22 for the day, the morning, or the afternoon session and help catalog the books in the SDC library. For event details, click here. Please RSVP to Jody Ansell.
(Onsite) Buddhist Recovery Group
Buddhist Recovery GroupAugust 7 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm PDT
Our Buddhist Recovery Group meets in-person every Wednesday evening. For additional information, visit the Buddhist Recovery Sangha page at https://sactoinsight.org/activities/practice-opportunities/12-step-sangha/.
Tom Hopkins
1-916-307-8066
thopkins415@gmail.com
Remote Meeting Zoom
(Onsite) Buddhist Recovery Group
Buddhist Recovery GroupJuly 24 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm PDT
Our Buddhist Recovery Group meets in-person every Wednesday evening. For additional information, visit the Buddhist Recovery Sangha page at https://sactoinsight.org/activities/practice-opportunities/12-step-sangha/.
Tom Hopkins
1-916-307-8066
thopkins415@gmail.com
Remote Meeting Zoom
(Onsite) Buddhist Recovery Group
Buddhist Recovery GroupJuly 31 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm PDT
Our Buddhist Recovery Group meets in-person every Wednesday evening. For additional information, visit the Buddhist Recovery Sangha page at https://sactoinsight.org/activities/practice-opportunities/12-step-sangha/.
Tom Hopkins
1-916-307-8066
thopkins415@gmail.com
Remote Meeting Zoom