Week of Events
Shamatha Retreat – Finding Calm in the Midst of Chaos
For this retreat there is an option to attend the first 3 days only or continue on for the full 7-day retreat. There are no prerequisites to participate in this retreat, but you must be able to attend all the sessions for which you register.
Shamatha Meditation – PM*
Shamatha Meditation – PM*
At the beginning of each session, brief instruction to the practice of Shamatha will be given. After a one-hour session and a 10-minute break, there will be a teaching or question-and-answer period with participants.
Morning Meditation
Conversations Unlimited
Conversations Unlimited
This is an informal session to share thoughts, questions, ideas, and writing with the wish to strengthen connections within the sangha. These sessions are typically theme-based. Everyone is welcome!
Morning Meditation
Sattva Social Club Hike – Larch Mountain
Sattva Social Club Hike – Larch Mountain
On Tuesday, June 8th we will hike in the beautiful forest of Larch Mountain. Meet at 9:00 AM at the parking lot of the Larch Mountain Trailhead to hike the 6.3-mile Larch Mountain Crater Loop Hike. Oregon Hikers has a detailed description of this hike. Driving directions to the Larch Mountain trailhead are: Take Exit […]
Green Tara Practice
Green Tara Practice
The practice of Green Tara belongs to the vajrayana class of meditations. Tara is considered the embodiment of the activity of all the buddhas.
Morning Meditation
Chenrezi Practice
Chenrezi Practice
The practice of Chenrezi — the embodiment of the compassion of all the buddhas — is an excellent introduction to yidam practice of vajrayana Buddhism.