Newcomers/Beginners are welcome at our classes any time by donation.
We are located in the Yonge-Eglinton area around Castlefield Ave. Our exact address is 2510 Yonge Street Suite 324.
Kindly arrive 15 minutes early to meet the teacher and settle in. In the evening after 6:00pm, when the street level door is locked, please ring the bell for Friends of the Heart. If you are late, please ring the bell -- we would rather you join us for class than have you turn away.
CLASS SCHEDULE: SPRING 2012
Mondays Mindfulness "Basics" 7:00 to 9:00 pm w/ David Liang. More information about this class here. PLEASE SIGN UP ON THE FIRST DAY.
Module 1: Mindfulness Basics: 4 weeks
Sep 17, 24, Oct 1, 8. Cost: Non-Members: $60
Wednesdays "Deepening" Mindfulness: Calm and Clear 7:00 to 9:00 pm w/ David Liang. Click here for details. For 2012, we will be exploring the meditation practices of Vajrayana Buddhism. Take a module on its own or take out a 10 week membership ($125 adults/$75 students & seniors) and gain access to our other regular classes! PLEASE SIGN UP ON THE FIRST DAY.
Module 2d: Vajrayana Purification Practices: 6 weeks
May 9, 16, 23, 30, June 6, 13. Cost: Non-Members: $100
Sundays "Tibetan Vajrayana" 10am to noon w/ David Liang. Using sound/mantra and visualization to develop mindfulness, awareness and an open compassionate heart. For Spring 2012, we will be exploring the specific meditations for the development of the 4 Immeasurables/Divine Abidings: Loving-Kindness, Compassion, Joy, and Equanimity. Details.
OTHER NEWS/EVENTS:
SUMMER SCHEDULE 2012
Wednesday Open Sit 7-9 pm (from June 20th-Aug 29th)
During the summers, our class schedule simplifies down to a Wednesday evening class which will be led by senior students. The first class of the summer will begin on June 20th.
Fall 2012 classes will begin the week of Sep 17th.
DAVID'S NEW BLOG:
David has just started a blog in order to support some of the material he covers in his meditation classes: http://drdavidliang.wordpress.com/
"THE IMPORTANCE OF OFFERING THE MANDALA" w/ CATHERINE JETSUN-YESHE:
Talk at Snow Lion Meditation Shop (708 Pape Avenue @ Danforth on Fri, May 25th @7:30pm)- by donation
Workshop at FOH (Sunday, May 27th from 10:30-4pm)
-$20 Admin Fee + Donation to Teacher (sugg. $40-80)
As we develop our spirit, we come to realize that every thing is a reflection of the divine. As the barriers of self protection dissolve, we see ourselves in an endless flow of creation and dissolution.
The Vajrayana Buddhist practice of offering the mandala in its most profound meaning is the full commitment of everything in our lives to participate in helping to bring the light of clarity and compassion into every aspect of this planetary existence and beyond.
This class and workshop will explore and tease out the magnificent secrets behind this seemingly arcane practice.
For the workshop: Please wear comfortable clothing, bring art supplies and something to share for lunch.
This will be the last talk/workshops geared towards introducing and clarifying the practices in Vajrayana Buddhism.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM) @ FOH on Sun, May 27th from 4:30-6:00 pm
Our Annual General Meeting will take place after the Offering workshop on Sunday, May 27th. Please consider joining us as we review the past years finances and look ahead in planning the future of FOH. We are looking for members who can sit on the Board as "Members-at-large" in order to help us in our continued growth.
MEDICINE BUDDHA TORONTO
Our friend Theodore Tsaousidis from Snow Lion Meditation Shop will be leading ancient healing practices associated with the teachings of the Medicine Buddha. These classes are open to everyone. For dates and times of Medicine Buddha events please go to www.medicinebuddhatoronto.org
VIDEOS OF CATHERINE JETSUN-YESHE:
1) On the history and philosophy of FOH and the development of equanimity part 1 and part 2
2) On the development of compassion through Tibetan Chenrezig practice here.
3) On "Healing Self, Helping Others"
4) On "A Woman's Journey to Enlightenment"
Please help support FOH. We are most grateful for donations that help us provide a special place of refuge in the heart of Toronto. Donations support our space, dedicated teachers and our bursary fund. Donations may be made by cash, cheque or bank transfer.
Volunteers needed! If you have a couple of hours to spare to help out with the Open Houses, or to keep FOH running smoothly day to day, please email us! A great way to support the centre and build merit.
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