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: WINTER 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
Jan 9, 16, 23, 30. Cost: Non-Members: $60
Module 1: Mindfulness Basics: 4 weeks
Apr 2, 16, 23, 30. Cost: Non-Members: $60
(NOTE: NO CLASS APR 9TH!!)
(NOTE: There will be a special beginner's meditation series in March led by Theodore Tsaousidis from Snow Lion Meditation Shop. This series will run for five weeks. Please see below for more detailed information)
Tuesdays "Silent Open Sit" 7:00 to 9:00pm. Click here for details. This class will cater to those who already know the basics and have some background knowledge of how to meditate. There is minimal/no instruction. Perfect for those who would like to use our lovely space to try longer silent sits in a group environment. Ideal for those who have already taken our Mindfulness Basics class.
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 2a: Mindfulness with the Mahayana Attitude: 4 weeks
Jan 11, 18, 25, Feb 1. Cost: Non-Members: $60
(NOTE: NO CLASS FEB 8TH!!!)
Module 2b: Bodhicitta: 6 weeks
Feb 15, 22, 29, Mar 7, 14, 21 . Cost: Non-Members: $100
Module 2c: The Seven Branch Prayer dates TBA
Module 2d: Vajrayana Purification Practices dates TBA
Saturdays Mindful Yoga 10:30-12 pm w/ Debi Moore. Yoga done with a focus on mindfulness and awareness becomes a meditative practice and falls into the category of becoming Mindful of the Body...specifically, Body Posture and Mindfulness in Movement. Fantastic way to enhance your understanding of our Mindfulness Basics course
Sundays Tibetan Vajrayana Meditation 10am to noon w/ David Liang. Using sound/mantra and visualization to develop mindfulness, awareness and an open compassionate heart. For 2012, we will be following the same course curriculum as the Wednesday evening classes. Details. (NOTE: NO CLASS FEB 5TH!!!)
OTHER NEWS/EVENTS:
SPECIAL BEGINNER'S MEDITATION SERIES WITH THEODORE TSAOUSIDIS FROM SNOW LION
Thurs, Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 from 7-9 pm @ FOH (by donation)
"Mindfulness is the cultivation of active presence. This presence enables us to stay attentive and connected to our body/mind and world. This awareness is where the wellspring of our inner wisdom manifests.
In these classes, we will begin again to know ourselves, attending to body, breath, movement, emotions, feelings and thoughts. Each class will entail guided practice, lecture and discussion with the view to bringing what is experienced into our daily life."
The Lecture Titles for each week:
Mar 1 "The Journey to Presence"
Mar 8 "Mind/Body and World are Not Three"
Mar 15 "Thoughts and Stones"
Mar 22 "A Mountain in All Seasons"
Mar 29 "Wisdom Does Not Know"
BIO: Theodore Tsaousidis has been practicing meditation and psycho-spiritual healing for the past thirty years. Born in a rural community in Greece and immersed in a tradition of village healers, he has always been innately connected with nature and spirit. His work encompasses traditional healing practices including those in the Tibetan Vajrayana (Shamanism) tradition. He has been a student of Buddhism for the past three decades and continues to study under traditional teachers in Zen and in Tibetan Healing teachings. www.sittingatthegate.ca
THE SEVEN BRANCH PRAYER WITH CATHERINE JETSUN-YESHE:
Talk at Snow Lion Meditation Shop (708 Pape Ave @ Danforth on Fri, Mar 2 @ 7:30 pm)
- by donation
Workshop at FOH (Sunday, March 4, 2012 from 12:30-4 pm)
- $20 Admin Fee + Donation to Teacher (sugg. $40-80)
This prayer forms an integral part of most Vajrayana text practices (sadhanas). Their 7 step process can lead us quickly into much deeper reflections.
In a classroom setting as well as a workshop following it, we will unpack this text with our 21st century minds. Please bring simple art supplies and wear comfortable clothing for the workshop.
This will be the 2nd of 4 talks/workshops geared towards introducing and clarifying the practices in Vajrayana Buddhism. A description of the other workshops can be found here.
RENTAL OPPORTUNITY:
Friends of the Heart is available for rent on days/times when there are no classes. Please click here for more information.
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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