Happy February <<First Name>>! We hope you are well in body, mind and spirit.
In addition to details on many upcoming meditation-related events, this month's update includes a beautiful photograph and reflection from Ha. If you would like to share your own creative Dharma expressions (art, poetry, photography, reflection, etc.) with our community, please send it to sebuddhist@gmail.com. We'd love to offer your contributions here! :)
As always, please let us know if you have suggestions, feedback, or ideas on how the group can be most meaningful to you.
Much Metta,
The SEBC "Founders" Team
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I took this picture when I was working outside during the fall and we had rain everyday. It was on the road in front of my house. When I saw it I thought the punishment that this leaf received from the rain and vehicles had made it more prominent and defined even when it was very much tattered. Its breathtaking color became even more vibrant.
Isn’t this the nature of the Dharma? From this picture, I am reassured that the Dharma is meant to be examined, challenged, tested, and that its true nature and beauty will shine through in the most difficult conditions. Is our true self revealed only when suffering is in us?
~ Ha Nguyen
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Regular Meditation Sessions
Our monthly meditation sessions will continue on the same schedule -- first and second Wednesdays at The Yoga Center in North Augusta and 3rd Sundays at Lotus Buddhist Temple in North Augusta:
* Wed, Feb 6, 7pm - Meditation Session @ The Yoga Center
* Wed, Feb 13, 7pm - Meditation Session @ The Yoga Center
**NOTE** Wed, Feb 13 will be facilitated by Bhante Tom of Santivana Buddhist Assembly
* Sun, Feb 17, 4pm - 3rd Sunday Mindfulness/Meditation Get-Together @ Lotus Buddhist Temple
Note: The 3rd Sunday Get-Together's include a pot-luck vegetarian meal for all to share after the meditation session. Feel free (but not obliged) to bring along a vegetarian food or drink item if you are able.
For more info on the 3rd Sunday gatherings go to: 3rd Sunday
For more info on our Wednesday meditation sessions go to: Wed Sessions
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Book Discussions
* Sun, Feb 24, 2pm - Untangling Self @ The Book Tavern
* Sun, Apr 28, 2pm - One Dharma @ The Book Tavern
We encourage you to order your copy of the books from
The Book Tavern: (706) 826-1940 or booktavern@gmail.com
The discussions, which are held in the upstairs area of The Book Tavern, are informal and all are welcome!
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Other Area Events
* Sundays 11am - 1pm (ongoing) - Sunday Sevices in English at Santivana Buddhist Assembly
The services include 45 min sitting meditation, 15 min walking meditation, 45 min Dhamma Discussion and 5 min sharing merit. Sitting cushion mats are avaiilable but please bring your own sitting pillow as needed.
**NOTE** Sunday, Feb 3 there is NO SERVICE.
* Sun, Feb 10, 10am - 1pm - Lunar New Year Celebration at Santivana Buddhist Assembly
The celebration will include a short sitting meditation period, taking of the Triple Gem Refuges, taking of the Five/Eight Precepts, giving alms to the monks, and sharing lunch together.
* March 8 - 12 - Meditation Theory & Teaching Workshop at The Yoga Center
Instructed by Yoganand Michael Carroll, this program will explore the many stages and techniques of yoga meditations, starting with the most ancient forms from which Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain meditation have sprung.
* Multiple Upcoming Events Featured in the newsletter of AtlantaBuddhism.org
* Retreat opportunities at Magnolia Grove Monastery through Mindful Breath Sangha
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Monthly Quote: True Strength
To forbear is indeed an act of courage and not a symbol of cowardice. It takes great effort and resolution to endure pain and hardship.
—Master Hsing Yun, “Don’t Get Mad, Don’t Get Even”
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