Open Forum of Heart of the Blue Ridge Sangha

in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh

Our Sangha practices mindfulness meditation in the tradition of Buddhist Zen Master Thich Nhat Hahn.

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Orange Meditation at UUCR Olin Room

February 14, 2010 from 9:15am to 10:45am
Please join us as we enjoy a special Orange Meditation this Sunday, February 14 in the Olin Room at the UUCR, beginning at 9:20. It appears that the weather will be cold but clear, offering us the wonderful opportunity to be together again.This Orange Meditation is one of Thay's favorites and provides us with the opportunity to practice mindful eating as a Sangha. I hope that you will join us,LaurieSee More
Event posted by Alan Feb 12, 2010
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Friends on the Path New Year Gathering at Olin Room, UUCR

January 17, 2010 from 9am to 10:45pm
"Friends on the Path New Year Gathering" 2010Sunday, January 17 (inclement weather date is Sunday, January 24)Time: 9:00 a.m. (please note the early start time) until 10:40 a.m.Where: Olin Room, UU Church of RoanokeYou are invited to a gathering of all friends who have practiced mindfulness with us over the past few years, to have a morning of renewal and Sangha-building as we begin the New Year.~Incense Offering~Refuge Chant~Guided Visualization; to hold our most difficult moment of the past…See More
Event posted by Alan Jan 11, 2010
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Dharma Talk Viewing at Olin Room, UUCR

December 6, 2009 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Thich Nhat Hanh’s Dharma talks, recorded at the Stonehill College Retreat in August, 2009Dates: December 6 and December 13. Additional viewings will be scheduled in January and February.Time: 6:30 for socializing and refreshments, with viewing beginning at 7:00Place: Olin Room, UUCRSee More
Event posted by Alan Nov 27, 2009
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Gigi is now a member of Open Forum of Heart of the Blue Ridge Sangha Nov 11, 2009
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Walking Meditation at Roanoke Mountain Overlook

November 7, 2009 from 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Location: Roanoke Mountain Overlook, Blue Ridge Parkway. Click for driving instructions.
Event updated by Alan Oct 28, 2009
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Mike replied to Alan's discussion 'Developments at Bat Nha Monastery'
Good morning! While at retreat last week Sister Chan Khong urged us to contact our Senators as well as other potentially influential people with regard to the on-going brutalization of the monastics from Bat Nha. She asked that we try to contact…
Oct 12, 2009
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Alan replied to Alan's discussion 'Developments at Bat Nha Monastery'
There have been many developments since the last post; sorry for not keeping up with the updates here. As you now know, the Bat Nha monks and nuns are now taking refuge at the Phuoc Hue temple, where the authorities have not let up on persecuting…
Oct 9, 2009
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1 new member joined during the past week Sep 22, 2009
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Gail is now a member of Open Forum of Heart of the Blue Ridge Sangha Sep 18, 2009
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Events posted by Alan Sep 9, 2009
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Mike replied to Mike's discussion 'What's the biggest obstacle to meditation practice?'
Hmmmm! Alan the whole teeth thing is a bit graphic *HE HE* Thank you for that image...it encouraged me to sit this morning :)
Sep 5, 2009
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Alan replied to Mike's discussion 'What's the biggest obstacle to meditation practice?'
The early-morning time turns out to be the best for me, but I can understand how that time might not be ideal on the farm!Whatever time turns out to work best, for me the main thing is establishing the habit, making it routine like brushing your…
Sep 4, 2009
 

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Alan

Developments at Bat Nha Monastery 3 Replies

Started by Alan. Last reply by Mike Oct 12, 2009.

Mike

What's the biggest obstacle to meditation practice? 4 Replies

Started by Mike. Last reply by Mike Sep 5, 2009.

Ted Edlich

Hope and Hopelessness 2 Replies

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No-Car Day - What Do You Think? 3 Replies

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Mike

Open Forum Test- Becoming Real 3 Replies

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Alan

From Mike: Engaged Buddhism 3 Replies

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From Linda 2 Replies

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Time Article on Energy Efficiency

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From Mike

Started by Alan Apr 2, 2009.

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From Linda, On Her Retreat Experience

Started by Alan Apr 2, 2009.

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Creative Practice 6 Replies

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