Lansing Area Mindfulness Community

7-9 PM 20 May 2026
3015 MLK BLVD Lansing MI

Dear sangha sisters and brothers,

This Wednesday evening, the 20th, we will look at the last five of the Ten Ox Herding Pictures.

I'm looking forward to sharing your deep insights and keen observations of this Zen tool of skillful means.

Bowing to you,
Barbara

7-9 Wednesday 13th & 20th May 2026
3015 S MLK BLVD Lansing MI

Dear sangha sisters and brothers,

This Wednesday, May 13th and next Wednesday, May 20th, we will sit together in exploring and discussing the Dharma Door that is the Ten Ox Herding pictures from Zen practice. These are from Thay's tradition, from Thay's formation as a monastic.

There is nothing you need to do in preparation. I only ask that you come with an open heart.

In the meantime, please enjoy the glorious days of spring, which in itself is the perfect preparation for our discussion.

Bowing to you,
Barbara

Dear Sangha,

This Wednesday we will discuss the Fifth Mindfulness Training, particularly as it relates to "tangible and intangible poisons." I will bring a handout and hope to make it available through email prior to sangha if I am able.

Bowing to You,
Peter

7-9 PM Wednesday 22 APR 2026

Dear Dharma Friends!

Susan and I will be leading on this timely topic this coming Wed evening. Attached please find our discussion guide for it (this is primarily so people on Zoom can following along; Susan is bringing 10 hard copies with her to Temple). We'll talk for 20 or so mins then move right into discussion.

Here also is a link to the Five Trainings; we'll start with a reading of the 4th on Loving Speech and Deep Listening (scroll down the page a little for it).

Please let either of us know if you have any questions about this. Otherwise, we will just look forward to seeing you all and discussing this Wednesday night!

The Five Mindfulness Trainings | Plum Village

The Five Mindfulness Trainings | Plum Village
The Five Mindfulness Trainings have their root in the Five Precepts offered by the Buddha. They have been expand...

In grateful fellowship,

Elizabeth and Susan