Non-Residential Weekend Retreat
A Peace offering
(The peace of being Aware)
April 27 & 28, 2024
with Special Guest Teacher
Howard Cohn
In the Wendell Berry poem “The Peace of Wild Things” he reminds us that wild things “do not tax their lives with forethought of grief.” Forethought of pleasure and pain both keep our minds in a state of tension and suspended peace. Meditation reminds us that peace is available in every instant as our natural state. Practicing together in a sustained way also helps to weaken the habits of mind that oppose peace and grow the conditions that increase peace and wellbeing. What better peace offering can we make to this suffering world than being together in silence, moment to moment ending war in our own hearts and minds. Suitable for new and experienced yogis.
Special Event
Thursday, May 23
6:00 – 7:45pm PDT
For one night only, a special Dharma conversation between two senior Dharma teachers and friends. IMT founder Anna Douglas will interview guest teacher Pam Weiss about her practice, and her book “A Bigger Sky: Awakening a Fierce Feminine Buddhism." Pam's upcoming series for IMT, “Walking the Bodhisattva Path,” will be offered later this summer, beginning July 18. This is not to be missed! We recommend that you read Pam’s book prior to the interview. There will be time for questions. Click the book image to order.
Pam and Anna will appear via Zoom, so this event is open for you to invite friends far and wide. And, as usual, you can attend this drop-in session live at the Friends’ House. To join by Zoom CLICK HERE to be directed to the Thursday Night Meditation Group page.
The Thursday night drop-in group is now HYBRID!
We are now meeting in person, and we will continue offering Zoom, meaning you can attend either way.
Pima Friends Meeting House
931 N. Fifth Avenue, 85705.
Parking is available in the back lot, along 5th Ave. between 1st and Speedway, and along 1st St. west of 5thAve. Some parts of this area require permit parking – the signs are clear, so check them if you’re not sure.
ONLINE OPTION: You can still gather on Zoom CLICK HERE to be directed to the Thursday Night Meditation Group page.
Insight Meditation
The Practice of Freedom
We welcome those new to Insight Meditation as well as those who wish to deepen and sustain their practice in a heartful community.
It is our deepest aspiration that all beings realize the freedom of their true nature and that all the beautiful qualities of the human heart flourish throughout the world.
What the Buddha Taught:
Who He Was, What He Learned, and Why It Is Still Relevant
led by
David Bornstein
HYBRID: In-Person and Online
6:00-7:45pm MST
Note: Arizona is currently Mountain Standard Time.