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Experiencing the joy and peace of Mindfulness Meditation

Namaste.

Whether an experienced meditator or a beginner, we offer a space and time for relaxation and meditation instruction on Sunday mornings. You will find clear and easy-to-follow instructions that aid in the meditation process. Join us in meditation and sharing, and the experience of insight and renewed energy. Please bring a sitting cushion if you choose. Chairs are available. The sitting is free and offered in the tradition of “dana”, whereby participants give a donation as they choose [$10 suggested]. All proceeds go to the Mitrata-Nepal Foundation, a nonprofit child sponsorship program in Nepal.

Silent meditation, sitting meditation, Sunday mornings in St. Louis.

Sundays 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at
a new location
All Saints Church School
6403 Clemens Ave
St. Louis, MO 63130-3497
(Map)

Christine Schutz
drcms@earthlink.net

The Sunday Sangha meditation at All Saints School is a vipassana meditation, a silent sitting with occasional periods of instruction and guided meditation designed to deepen the practice.

"An opportunity to quiet the mind and body and restore balance.

Sept 20, 27, Oct 4, 11 Sunday 11:00 am – 12:30 pm

All Saints School (classroom#3)
6419 Clemens Ave, University City, Mo 63130

(Corner of Westgate and Clemens in the LOOP)

Whether new to meditation or a practicing meditator, come share this time with the Sunday Sangha to deepen your practice, and find a sense of stillness and presence. This is an opportunity to begin the practice of meditation. Instructions will be given and time for discussion and questions is provided.

If you have been meditating, this will be a good review as we will be focusing on renewal and approaching our practice with “beginner’s mind/don’t know mind”.

Facilitator: Christine Schutz has taught meditation for many years. As a psychologist she has specialized in stress reduction through mindfulness in both teaching and private practice.

Bring a sitting cushion/blanket or zafu/meditation bench. Chairs for those who need one are provided. There will be a time afterwards for sharing tea and conversation, for those who wish to stay.

We are meeting during our Sunday Sangha meditation time so everyone is welcome!

Please note the new location and arrive a few minutes early to be able to settle in to start at 11 AM.

There is no cost. Donations are accepted and are given to the Mitrata-Nepal Foundation for Children, Inc, a nonprofit organization helping children in Nepal. For more info contact: Christine at drcms@earthlink.net

Maitri is loving kindness towards all beings. Karuna is compassion or mercy to the suffering. Mudita is sympathetic joy. Upekka is equanimity, the ability to accept the ups and downs of life with equal dispassion.

Judy Crane and Jim Stone lead a Buddhist meditation group Saturdays from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Solar Yoga Center, 6002 Pershing Ave., St Louis, Mo.

Jim has practiced meditation for nearly 30 years, studying in India, Nepal and Thailand. He also has done many long meditation retreats at Insight Meditation Society in Barre, Mass.

Judy has meditated in Sri Lanka and also done long retreats at IMS.

They will be glad to instruct newcomers in meditation and answer questions about Buddhist practice. This is a terrific opportunity to practice. The group is free.'

jstone@uno.edu

Mitrata-Nepal Foundation donations go toward maintenance of the home, unexpected medical care costs and extra needs of the children.

Home sponsorship for a child to live in our home in Kathmandu costs $800 per year. This covers housing, food, clothing, schooling and medical care. Our children attend a private school where they receive a quality education, learn English and are provided tutors.

If you are interested in sponsoring and making a difference in a child's life forever, or if you want to donate towards the wish list, please contact:

Dr Christine Schutz, President
Mitrata-Nepal Foundation for Children, Inc.
3934 Arsenal Street
St. Louis MO 63116

Mitrita-Nepal Foundation
Mitrata-Nepal Foundation donations go toward maintenance of the home, unexpected medical care costs, extra needs of the children. www.mitrata.org/

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