Sundays
3:00PM - 4:30PM
In Person and Online via Zoom
On Sunday afternoons Long Beach Meditation offers meditation practice and a Dharma Talk by one of our established Teachers and on special occasions invited guests. This class invites participants to find support, guidance, and the energy to do the challenging work of awakening. After a welcoming introduction, the bell is rung to begin our 30-minute meditation. There is a short break to stretch our legs, use the restroom, have a cup of tea, and chat with others. Returning to our seats, the remaining time allows for a Dharma Talk followed by discussion and questions and answers. We concluded with a brief metta chant for those who would like to join:
May all beings be happy and safe from harm.
May all beings be healthy in body and in mind.
May all beings be peaceful and free from suffering.
This class is suitable for all levels of experience and is held both in person and online. All are welcome and no one is turned away for lack of funds.
Upcoming Teachers and Topics
December 22nd - Tim Colohan JDPSN - The Buddha's Teaching is Like a Raft
"The Buddha's teaching is like a raft. We use it to cross the ocean of suffering and arrive at the ‘other shore.’" We ride it through fog and storm, keeping to our practice, gradually the other shore comes into view. As we step off the raft, we see we are right where we started."
The Buddha's teaching, when do we use it? When do we lose it? 10,000 lifetimes in a single day.
December 29th - Jampa Kalsang - Letting Go of 2024
As we come to the end of 2024, we reflect on the passing of another year and review if our actions have been beneficial for ourselves and our world. And most importantly, can we recognize what has served our well-being and the well-being of others, and continue cultivating this state of mind?
January 5th - Jokai Blackwell Roshi
January 12th - GUEST TEACHER Ann Pepper - Equanimity Means Living Wholeheartedly
One of the Four Immeasurables that we aspire to cultivate in our practice, equanimity, means attaining a complete openness to experience. It supports wisdom, loving-kindness and compassion, empathetic joy and courage. How do we grow and use this inner vitality?
January 19th - Jampa Kalsang - Turning the Mind Towards Awakening
How does one begin their journey on the path to awakening? We can begin with four contemplations. The Four Thoughts, or Four Reminders, are foundational teachings that invite us to reflect on the preciousness of our human lives, the impermanence of all things, how we are subject to our actions, and the futility of finding genuine happiness in conditioned existence. Contemplating these thoughts can inspire us to appreciate our lives and to be more present in our everyday experience.
January 26th - Tim Colohan JDPSN
Cost: Suggested donation of $20 to help keep our doors open, compensate our teachers, and make classes available for those who cannot afford them. No one is turned away for lack of funds. If you would like to join us in this practice of dana or generosity, please consider contributing:
In-Person Information
Location: We meet in the Gabrielson Chapel of Bay Shore Church on The Toledo and Granada in Belmont Shore. The Chapel is ADA Accessible.
Bay Shore Church
5100 E. The Toledo
Long Beach, CA 90803
The doors will close promptly at the start of the session. We recommend arriving 5-10 minutes early to make tea if you prefer and get settled. Upon entry we ask that you silence your devices. If you arrive after the start of the session, please gently knock and we will open the door for you.
Parking: There is a free lot across Granada Ave. There is free public parking available except from noon Saturday through noon Sunday. Street parking is also available. Please observe all parking signs.
Equipment: We have different styles of zafus (firm sitting cushions), zabutons (floor mats), benches and comfortable chairs on hand.
Please: Do not wear scented perfumes and fragrances as others may have allergies.
Questions: Email us at info@longbeachmeditation.org
Zoom Connection Information
We welcome you to join us via Zoom. Please use the connection details below.
Join Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/9014566014
Meeting ID: 901 456 6014
Password: 042020
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