July 2013 Monthly Calendar
Buddha—“The secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, not to worry about the future, or not to anticipate troubles, but to live the present moment wisely and earnestly”.
Summer Saturday Meditation Schedule for June, July, and August
Saturday meditation will be from 6:00 – 8:00 am. All are welcome.
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Location: Shove Chapel Dharma Hall (main level)
Work in the Room
Join us for Work in the Room during the July Meditative Retreat with Andrew Palmer. Please note that Work in the room will be done during the retreat and not during the Saturday sit.
Dharma Talk
Join us for a Dharma talk on Monday, July 15th with Andrew Palmer, Sensei, during our regular Monday-night meditation.
Newcomer Orientation
Monday, July 8th at the Shove Chapel Dharma Hall (main level). This for anyone who would like a brief orientation to meditation, our tradition, or our Sangha and customs. Following the orientation, you’re invited to join us for meditation at 6:10 pm.
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Time: 5:45 pm
Location: Shove Chapel Dharma Hall (main level)
Sutra Study and Discussion
Join us for sutra study and discussion each Monday in July with Sarah Bender, Sensei and Andrew Palmer, Sensei.
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Time: 5:30 – 6 pm
Location: Shove Chapel (downstairs).
Precepts Study
Precepts Study: The meetings of the group that will be studying and practicing our Bodhisattva Vows together will be:
- June 30
- July 7, 14, 28
- August 4, 11, 18, 25
- September 1, 8, 15
Meetings will be at Creek Bend Zendo and will be led by Sarah Bender, Sensei and Andrew Palmer, Sensei.
Meetings will be from 6:00-8:00 PM EXCEPT for July 7 and 14 when we will meet from 3:00-5:00 PM.
If you are interested in this study please know that you are very welcome and encouraged to enter in at this time. Contact Sarah Bender if you have questions.
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Location: Creek Bend Zendo, 7528 Jenkin Place
July Meditative Retreat
Join us for a July Meditative Retreat “The Great Matter in Midsummer” with Andrew Palmer, Sensei, July 19-20 at the Woman’s Club at Colorado College. Cost: $75 with scholarship available. Registration is requested by July 12th. Please contact Steve Milligan for a registration form if you need one or click here to download.
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Date: July 19,20
Location: Woman’s Club at Colorado College
Steering Committee Meeting
The next Steering Committee meeting is July 11th, 6:30 – 8:30 pm at 533 Crystal Hills Blvd, Manitou Springs. Contact Liz Cramer if interested.
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Time: 6:30 to 8:30 pm
Location: 530 Custer
Looking Ahead…
September: Retreat with Sarah Bender, Sensei, September 19-22
October: Fall All Sangha Meeting, October 20
December: December Retreat, December 4-8