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**Update 3/13/2020: Temporarily Moving to Online Sangha**

After mindful reflection on the current situation in Houston and around the country with regard to the COVID-19 epidemic, the Mindfulness Practice Community of Houston has decided to suspend our in-person meetings until further notice. We wish to contribute in whatever way we can to the well-being of all, and social distancing is recommended by health experts as a major contributor to the slowing of the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). To maintain connection and community during this time, we will meet online through Zoom. Please view Zoom info below to register.

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04/01/20 Update: The Mindfulness Practice Community of Houston currently meets on Sunday and Wednesday evenings online via Zoom. Our online program usually consists of sitting meditation, readings of Buddhist teachings, and discussion. In the spirit of mindfulness, please "arrive" on time to be settled before the initial period of meditation begins at 5:30 PM.

When COVID-19 conditions are safe, we will return back to our in-person sessions, at a new location to be announced.


MONTHLY PROGRAM SCHEDULE:
  • Sunday Evening Meditation: On Sundays at 5:30 we will begin with a short introduction, followed by meditation, program presentation, and closing with Dharma sharing. The entire time together will last for approximately 90 minutes. To register for our Sunday Zoom meetings, click here.
 
  • Wednesday Evening Meditation: On Wednesdays at 5:30 we will gather for meditation, reading the Metta Sutta, and offering metta those we wish to send goodwill. This program will last for approximately one hour. To register for our Wednesday Zoom meetings, click here.
   
A reminder which includes the registration link for the next Zoom meeting will be sent to all on the email list two days prior to the meeting. You will need a strong internet connection, your computer (or tablet), and a quiet space. There is also an option to call into the meeting using your phone.

Special Events


Jan. 31  - Half Day of Mindfulness hosted by MPCH (Online)
  • Theme: Deep Listening: Connecting Through Our Differences
  • Time: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm (please check in at 8:20 AM to get settled into the community)
  • Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqc--vrTsoH9Oe_rtiGY67iw6dWceUIVbn
  • Cost : donation to MPCH at http://www.mpchouston.org
  • There will be no evening sangha meeting on this day.


Online Resources

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Thursday meditation and Dharma talk from Magnolia Grove Monastery
https://magnoliagrovemonastery.org/news-updates/weekly-sangha-meeting-with-monastics-from-magnolia-grove-monastery/

Practice Resources from the Thich Nhat Hanh Foundation
https://thichnhathanhfoundation.org/covid-resources-dharmatalks

Online retreats from Plum Village
https://plumvillage.org/retreats/

Loving Kindness Challenge with Sharon Salzberg
- Ten days of guided loving kindness meditations.
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLyOuAoSmZkKp4eQiHraCEcSTkwN5ohom0

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  • Home
  • Events
    • Weekly Meeting
    • Monthly Calendar
    • Annual Retreat 2020
  • Mindfulness
    • Basic Practices >
      • What is Mindfulness?
      • Sitting Meditation
      • Walking Meditation
      • Eating Meditation
      • Listening to the Bell
      • Bowing to Each Other
      • Total Relaxation
      • Beginning Anew
      • Dharma Sharing
    • Mindfulness Trainings >
      • The Five Mindfulness Trainings
      • The Fourteen Mindfulness Training
    • Readings and Resources >
      • Uploaded Dharma Talks
      • Key Buddhist Texts
      • Watch Dharma Talks
      • Listen to Dharma Talks
      • Mindfulness Apps
      • Mindful Music
  • About
    • About MPCH
    • Our Teachers >
      • Thich Nhat Hanh
      • Michael Ciborski
    • Photo Gallery
    • FAQ
    • Contact
  • Donate