In light of current concerns about the global escalation of COVID-19 the Open Heart Mindfulness Community has made the decision to suspend our weekly sits at St. Joe’s until further notice.  We do this with care and concern for all our Sangha members, the staff and patients at St. Joe's and the people they come in contact with each day.  This evolving situation vividly reminds us of our inter-connectedness.  It presents an opportunity for us to find other ways to act with compassion and loving-kindness towards all sentient beings without gathering in small or large groups.

We invite you to stay dedicated to your practice during these times of anxiety and fear, perhaps making a commitment to sit at 7 p.m. each Wednesday evening at home.  There is comfort in knowing that other Sangha members are also meditating at the same time.  In addition, to help nurture your practice, there are many guided meditations and Dharma talks available for streaming on Dharma Seed at https://www.dharmaseed.org.  

We will continue to update you as things change.  In the meantime, please stay well.

Metta,

The Open Heart Mindfulness Community Council

Wed, March 4 ~ James Baraz, "The Quarrel at Kosambi"
Wed, March 11 ~ Shaila Catherine, "Ways to Awaken: Five Ways to Become An Arahant"
Wed, March 18 ~ GUEST TEACHER: Jill Davey
Wed, March 25 ~ Thanissara SR, "Dharma Practice Within our Planetary Emergency"