Dear Friends:

Despite a very cold and oftimes wet April, nature continues to remind us of renewal with our landscape painted with magnificent bursts of colour in the shrubs and flowers.  A walk presents an ideal time to practice meditation and mindfulness.  “Look around and see how vast life is, the trees, the white clouds, the limitless sky.  Listen to the birds.  Feel the fresh breeze. Life is all around and we are alive and healthy and capable of walking in peace.

Do join us for our weekly Tuesday practice which includes sitting and walking meditation and dharma sharing.

Online Zoom Schedule:  Tuesday 7:00PM – 8:30 PM

May 3              Five Mindfulness Trainings Recitation.  To participate, see https://northshoremindfulness.com/practice

May  10           Tea Ceremony – Bring your cup of tea 

May 17             Dharma Reading –  Enjoy learning together
May 24             Deep Relaxation – Prepare a comfortable place to rest
May 31             A special practice

ZOOM LINK:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84872205119?pwd=dDhXczlISi9UcS9xZVR0emJzUDlvdz09

If you are new to our Sangha, please send an email to nsmindfulness@gmail.com before you join our meeting, so that we can introduce ourselves.

Warmly

North Shore Mindfulness

Dear Friends

Although we have cares, joy and hope are abundantly available in this new season. Thich Nhat Hahn invites us to recite these lines each day when we wake up:

Waking up this morning, I smile
Twenty-four brand new hours are before me
I vow to live each moment deeply
And to look at all beings with eyes of compassion

Please join our Sangha as we continue to meet online for another month of Tuesdays. Our weekly practice includes sitting meditation, walking meditation and dharma sharing. Also, we offer additional practices as follows:

Online Zoom Schedule:  Tuesdays 7:00 to 8:30 pm

April 5  —  Five Mindfulness Trainings Recitation – To participate, see https://northshoremindfulness.com/practice

April 12  —  Tea Ceremony — Bring your cup of tea

April 19 — Dharma Reading – Enjoy our learning together

April 26 — Deep Relaxation — Prepare a comfortable place to rest

ZOOM LINK:  

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84872205119?pwd=dDhXczlISi9UcS9xZVR0emJzUDlvdz09

If you are new to our Sangha, please send an email to nsmindfulness@gmail.com before you join our meeting, so that we may introduce ourselves.  

Warmly,

North Shore Mindfulness

Dear Friends:

At the event hosted by the three Vancouver sanghas last night, insightful discussions of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh’s new book, Zen and The Art of Saving the Planet, were had by all.  The gathering provided a wonderful opportunity to be together with many practitioners in the Plum Village tradition.

Our first practice for this month, recitation of the Five Mindfulness Trainings, will be based on guidance from Zen and The Art of Saving the Planet. Let us carry on watering the seeds of compassion and joy … the spirit of Thich Nhat Hanh continues on.  

Online Zoom Schedule:  Tuesdays 7:00 to 8:30 pm

March 1  —  Five Mindfulness Trainings  

March 8  —  Tea Ceremony — Prepare tea ahead of time

March 15 — Dharma Reading

March 22 — Deep Relaxation — Prepare a comfortable place to rest

March 29  – Peace in Oneself, Peace in the World – A Special Practice 

ZOOM LINK:  

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84872205119?pwd=dDhXczlISi9UcS9xZVR0emJzUDlvdz09

Except for Deep Relaxation, after each weekly practice feel free to stay for an informal chat.  If you are new to the NSM Sangha and wish to practice with us, please send an email to nsmindfulness@gmail.com so that we can introduce ourselves to each other.

Warmly,

North Shore Mindfulness

Dear Friends:

On Sunday evening, February 27, three Vancouver Sanghas will gather for meditation, a panel presentation, and group discussions of Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet. This recent book presents Thay’s teachings on deep ecology, including delightful commentaries by Sister True Dedication. It would be wonderful if you have a chance to read the book in advance – but please do not let that stop you from attending. There will be lots to think about based on the panel presentations and sharing.

Our gathering is co-hosted by the Mindfulness Practice Community of Vancouver, North Shore Mindfulness Sangha, and Waves and Water Sangha. See the Zoom link below.

6:30 – 7:00 PM Meditation:
To join the meditation, the Zoom room will open at 6:20. At 6:30 we will begin silent meditation. 

7:00 – 8:30 PM Book Group:
To join the book group only, there will be a second Zoom room opening at 6:55. If you have not attended the meditation, you may enter then. Please enter with your audio off and video on! 

Three Sangha members will offer presentations highlighting their personal experiences of this refreshing and inspiring book. Next, join a small break out room for a dharma group style discussion, followed by a whole group discussion about our questions and insights. Your presence will be valuable and welcome.

The Zoom link is  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81134301915
(Passcode: 649338)

We look forward to practicing with you soon!

Dear Friends:
Winter is gradually losing its hold as the morning light arrives earlier, the daylight stays longer,  the snowdrops are beginning to show their heads, and the forsythia buds are forming. Yet there is a difference from last year as we move ahead without our dear teacher Thich Nhat Hahn in our physical presence.  However, he has asked not to be remembered by a stupa (shrine for his remains), but rather by paying attention to our breathing and walking – here is where we can see him.  What a magnificent legacy he has left us.  

On Sunday, February 27, we will honour Thay with a special event co-hosted by three local Sanghas: North Shore Mindfulness, Mindfulness Practice Community of Vancouver, and Waves and Water. Our topic is Thay’s newest book: Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet. Please plan to join us, whether or not you have a chance to read the book. Further details about the time and agenda will be posted closer to the date.

Online Zoom Schedule:  Tuesdays 7:00 to 8:30 pm

Feb 1  —  Five Mindfulness Trainings — To participate in the recitation, the five mindfulness trainings can be found at:  https://northshoremindfulness.com/practice
Feb 8  —  Tea Ceremony — Prepare tea ahead of time and bring in a thermal mug, ready to drink or pour into a cup.

Feb 15 — Dharma reading.

Feb 28 — Deep relaxation — Prepare a comfortable place to rest.

ZOOM LINK:  
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84872205119?pwd=dDhXczlISi9UcS9xZVR0emJzUDlvdz09

After each weekly practice except Deep Relaxtion, feel free to stay for an informal chat over tea.  If you are new to the NSM Sangha and wish to practice with us, please send an email to nsmindfulness@gmail.com so that we can introduce ourselves.

Warmly,

North Shore Mindfulness

The International Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism announces that our beloved teacher Thich Nhat Hanh has passed away peacefully at Từ Hiếu Temple in Huế, Vietnam on 22nd January, 2022, at the age of 95.

We invite our global spiritual family to take a few moments to be still, to come back to our mindful breathing, as we together hold Thay in our hearts in peace and loving gratitude for all he has offered the world.

Dear Friends:

The above announcement is found at www.plumvillage.org. You are invited to view beautiful ceremonies, listed on this Plum Village website, that are being held around the world in Thay’s honour.

Please join our Sangha gathering this Tuesday evening, January 25, when Janice and Bob Walker will help us honour our inspiring and beloved teacher. Janice also invites us to view the following brief talk by a senior monastic: vimeo.com/460722803 . Brother Pháp Ứng guides us to calm our minds and connect deeply with Thầy in us and in the whole Sangha.

Warmly,

North Shore Mindfulness

Happy New Year Dear Friends
Did you notice joyful moments during the holiday season?  

Today is a very different world than two years ago.  As one meditation teacher said, “People may view mindfulness, personal, internal connection practices as a ‘luxury,’ but now we know them to be a necessity.”  Life challenges are part of our lives, but how we face them is how we live.  Since challenges are not going to disappear, our mindfulness practice shouldn’t either.

Online Zoom Schedule for January 2022:  Tuesdays 7:00 to 8:30 pm

Jan 4 –   Five Mindfulness Trainings.  To participate in the recitation, have a copy of the 5 Mindfulness Trainings on hand and this can be found at: https://northshoremindfulness.com/practice
Jan 11 – Tea – Prepare tea ahead of time. You could bring your tea in a travel thermal mug, ready to drink or pour into a cup.
Jan 18 – Darma Reading 
Jan 25 – Deep Relaxation – Prepare a comfortable place to rest.

ZOOM LINK:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84872205119?pwd=dDhXczlISi9UcS9xZVR0emJzUDlvdz09

Except for Deep Relaxation, after each weekly practice feel free to stay for an informal chat over tea.  If you are new to the NSM Sangha and wish to practice with us, please send an email to nsmindfulness@gmail.com so that we can introduce ourselves.

Warmly,

North Shore Mindfulness 

Dear Friends:

2021 is drawing to a close. The state of Mother Earth is much on our minds. Here in British Columbia, we see how weather extremes cause destruction and suffering for the earth, people and animals. The publication of Thich Nhat Hahn’s book, Zen and the Art of Saving the Planet, is very timely. Please mark your calendars to join us for a multi Sangha Zoom gathering on the evening of February 27 to talk about the teachings in Thay’s book. Further details will be coming.

Online Zoom Schedule: Tuesdays at 7:00PM

December 7 – Five Mindfulness Trainings – To participate in the recitation, please see the trainings at www.northshoremindfulness.com/practice

December 14 – Deep Relaxation – Please prepare a comfortable place to rest.

ZOOM LINK:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84872205119?pwd=dDhXczlISi9UcS9xZVR0emJzUDlvdz09

Our gatherings will resume in January on Zoom, until the community centre reopens for evening events. If you are new to the NSM Sangha, or returning after a long absence, please drop us an email at nsmindfulness@gmail.com so that we can introduce ourselves.

Warmly,

North Shore Mindfulness

Dear Friends:

Fall is definitely here; the colours continue to brighten our world and remind us of life’s ongoing changes as we walk amongst the leaves.

Online Zoom Schedule:  Tuesdays 7:00 to 8:30 pm

Nov 2 — Five Mindfulness Trainings.  To participate in the recitation, have a copy of the 5 Mindfulness Trainings on hand which               can be found at: https://northshoremindfulness.com/practice

Nov 9 — Tea ceremony – Prepare tea ahead of time and bring in a thermal mug, ready to drink or pour into a cup.

Nov 16 – Deep relaxation – Prepare a comfortable place to rest.

Nov 23 – Guest facilitator, Janice Walker.

Nov 30 – Dharma education.

ZOOM LINK:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84872205119?pwd=dDhXczlISi9UcS9xZVR0emJzUDlvdz09

After each weekly practice except Deep Relaxation, feel free to stay for an informal chat over tea.  If you are new to the NSM Sangha and wish to practice with us, please send an email to nsmindfulness@gmail.com so that we can introduce ourselves.

Warmly,

North Shore Mindfulness

Dear Friends

Changes are in the air! The pandemic has drastically changed many of our life routines this past year and it feels as if we are being awakened.  

From his book ‘The Pocket’, Thich Nhat Hanh continued to say:

“Understanding impermanence can give us confidence, peace, and joy.  
Impermanence does not necessarily lead to suffering.  
Without impermanence, life could not be. 
Without impermanence, your daughter could not grow up into a beautiful young lady…..“

Online Zoom Schedule for October 2021: Tuesday 7:00 to 8:30 PM

Oct 6 – Five Mindfulness Trainings – To participate in the recitation, have a copy of the 5 Mindfulness Trainings on hand which can be found at: https://northshoremindfulness.com/practice.

Oct 12 – Dharma Reading and Tea – Prepare tea ahead of time. You could bring your tea in a travel thermal mug, ready to drink or pour into a cup.

Oct 19 – Deep Relaxation – Prepare a comfortable place to rest.

Oct 26 – NO PRACTICE 

If you are new to the NSM Sangha and wish to practice together with us, please send an email to nsmindfulness@gmail.com so that we may introduce ourselves to each other.  

ZOOM LINK:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84872205119?pwd=dDhXczlISi9UcS9xZVR0emJzUDlvdz09

Let us support each other and embrace changes as they unfold……

Warm Regards

North Shore Mindfulness