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SUMMARY:Yoga & Meditation and New Year's Eve Ceremony Retreat with Bhante Sujatha and  Harumi
DESCRIPTION:Yoga & Meditation and New Year’s Eve Ceremony Retreat with Bhante Sujatha and  Harumi.\nTuesday\, December 31st\, 11:00 am – 2:30 pm\nDana: $99\n**Dāna (pronounced “daa-nuh”) is a Pāli word that means giving\, especially to charity and in support of teacher.\n**Includes Refreshments\nTo Get ready to welcome 2025 with an unforgettable blessing experience. Join us for a 3-hour healing and inspirational program to set the tone for the new year. \nHarumi will lead a revitalizing Hatha yoga session\, followed by refreshments and a captivating meditation and dharma talk by Bhante. The program will culminate with yoga Nidra to help you relax and prepare for the new beginning. \nBhante Sujatha\, a respected Buddhist monk of 40+ years\, will share insights on the power of meditation and lead a guided meditation session on loving-kindness. You will also experience the recitation of a 2\,600 year-old Buddhist chant for global health\, healing\, and blessings. \nAfter the program\, there will be time for refreshments\, fellowship\, and you will receive a special gift to take home. Don’t miss this opportunity to start your new year with true inspiration and commitment.he New Year Eve is a time for healing\, setting intentions\, letting go of what is no longer serving us\, and clearing the way for unconditional love from ourselves and others.\nJoin us this new year season for an unforgettable blessing experience to celebrate the arrival of 2025 and initiate your new year with commitment and determination. \nPrepare yourself for this experience that will inspire you\, fill your heart\, bring energy into your body\, and find you completely replenished and ready to invite the new year with inspiration. \nLet’s welcome the New Year with Intention\, Determination\, and Joy together\, this December 31st! \nTo Register\, Click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/yoga-meditation-and-new-years-eve-ceremony-retreat-with-bhante-sujatha-and-harumi/
LOCATION:Harumi Yoga+\, 10051 E Dynamite Blvd.\, Suite G105\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85262\, United States
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SUMMARY:New Year's Blessing Ceremony at Rising Phoenix Wellness Services
DESCRIPTION:Healing Meditation and New Year Blessings with Bhante Sujatha \nat Rising Phoenix Wellness Services \nThe new year is a time for healing\, setting intentions\, letting go of what is no longer serving us\, and clearing the way for unconditional love from ourselves and others. \nJoin Bhante Sujatha\, The Loving-Kindness monk\, this new year season for an unforgettable blessing experience to initiate your new year with commitment and determination. \nA blessing ceremony is a mindful intention to contact and share that which is good\, particularly in a divine sense. Our practice will include connecting with the force of goodness inside each of us and then inviting this ‘energy’ into a particular situation to help the whole world. \nThis program begins with a brief\, inspiring talk by Bhante Sujatha on the benefits of creating\, refreshing\, and establishing a sturdy meditation practice in our lives in order to support the goals we set to be our best self\, followed by a guided meditation. \nBhante will then chant the Ratana Sutra\, a 2\,600-year-old Buddhist chant describing a wish for world-wide good health\, healing\, and blessings. \nFinally\, the group will join together in an ancient and symbolic act of cleansing by bathing the Buddha; pouring scented\, blessed water over a Buddha statue while making intentions for our lives and the world. \nThe Buddha image embodies the enlightened presence of the qualities of a Buddha. This ritual comes in different forms in each country that it is practiced in\, but they are all lines drawn from a single sacred story. It is a story that brings sentient beings together in a joyful celebration of a promise. That promise is nothing less than the end of suffering and ignorance. \nJoin Bhante Sujatha and joyful friends as we come together as a spiritual community to experience the healing power of unconditional love and to receive well-wishes as you practice nobility and peace in this life. \nYou are encouraged to bring your malas\, or any other items that you wish to be blessed in this ceremony. \n$40 per person \n· Proceeds go to Bhante’s pregnant mothers and Incubator Project in Sri Lanka \n· Book signing and “Choose Loving Kindness” items will be available for purchase \n  \nTo Register\, Click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/new-years-blessing-ceremony-at-rising-phoenix-wellness-services/
LOCATION:Rising Phoenix Wellness Services\, 21803 N Scottsdale Rd Bldg A\, Unit110\, ScoSttsdale\, AZ\, 85255\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241229T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241229T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
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SUMMARY:New Year Blessings and Healing Meditation with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:Healing Meditation and New Year Blessings with Bhante Sujatha\nThe new year is a time for healing\, setting intentions\, letting go of what is no longer serving us\, and clearing the way for unconditional love from ourselves and others. \nJoin Bhante Sujatha\, The Loving-Kindness monk\, this new year season for an unforgettable blessing experience to initiate your new year with commitment and determination. \nA blessing ceremony is a mindful intention to contact and share that which is good\, particularly in a divine sense. Our practice will include connecting with the force of goodness inside each of us and then inviting this ‘energy’ into a particular situation to help the whole world. \nThis program begins with a brief\, inspiring talk by Bhante Sujatha on the benefits of creating\, refreshing\, and establishing a sturdy meditation practice in our lives in order to support the goals we set to be our best self\, followed by a guided meditation. \nBhante will then chant the Ratana Sutra\, a 2\,600-year-old Buddhist chant describing a wish for world-wide good health\, healing\, and blessings. \nFinally\, the group will join together in an ancient and symbolic act of cleansing by bathing the Buddha; pouring scented\, blessed water over a Buddha statue while making intentions for our lives and the world. \nThe Buddha image embodies the enlightened presence of the qualities of a Buddha. This ritual comes in different forms in each country that it is practiced in\, but they are all lines drawn from a single sacred story. It is a story that brings sentient beings together in a joyful celebration of a promise. That promise is nothing less than the end of suffering and ignorance. \nJoin Bhante Sujatha and joyful friends as we come together as a spiritual community to experience the healing power of unconditional love and to receive well-wishes as you practice nobility and peace in this life. \nYou are encouraged to bring your malas\, or any other items that you wish to be blessed in this ceremony. \n$40 per person \n· Proceeds go to Bhante’s pregnant mothers and Incubator Project in Sri Lanka \n· Book signing and “Choose Loving Kindness” items will be available for purchase \n  \nTo Register\, Click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/new-year-blessings-and-healing-meditation-with-bhante-sujatha/
LOCATION:Sweatshop on Central\, 100 East Camelback Rd.\, #156\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85012\, United States
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SUMMARY:Stop Sitting Around! A Mindful Hike with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:“STOP SITTING AROUND!” \nA Mindful Hike with Bhante Sujatha \nWe all get accustomed to our thinking mind’s perceptions of right and wrong: This is the right way; this is the wrong way…. Our spiritual practice however\, teaches us to let go of some of these certainties\, and discover new ways to experience mindful practice. \nMany people are accustomed to the belief that meditation practice only happens while sitting on a cushion. Our minds can become conditioned in this way\, and we forget that meditation is a practice for developing mindfulness for daily living. \nJoin Bhante Sujatha on a morning hike with mindfulness and noble friends\, to shake up your practice and challenge the notions that you may or may not have adopted. \nIn this hike\, Bhante and a group of noble friends will share time skillfully with hiking\, sharing meaningful conversation\, practicing stillness to experience nature\, and learning to watch the steps and breaths taken along the way. \nDate: December 29\, 2024 \nTime: 7:00 AM \nStarting Location: The Phoenix Mountain Preserve\, 40th Street Trailhead \nRegistration: For Head Count Purposes\, please register on Eventbrite \nA donation of $10 or more are cheerfully welcomed at this event. \nAll proceeds support Bhante Sujatha and his charitable works including the “Annual Pregnant Mother’s Retreat” in Sri Lanka. \nNOTES: \nWe will meet in the parking lot at the trailhead. The hike begins at 7:00 a.m. Please arrive a few minutes early for the head count. \nThere will be a brief sitting meditation and discussion\, please bring a mat or blanket if you like for sitting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTo Register\, Click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/stop-sitting-around-a-mindful-hike-with-bhante-sujatha-2/
LOCATION:The Phoenix Mountain Preserve\, 40th St. Trailhead.\, 9200 N 40th St.\, Phoenix\, AZ\, 85028\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241228T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241228T190000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241202T134754Z
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SUMMARY:New Year Blessings with Bhante Sujatha\, Soundbath\, and Energy Healing
DESCRIPTION:The new year is a time for healing\, setting intentions\, letting go of what is no longer serving us\, and clearing the way for unconditional love from ourselves and others. \nJoin Bhante Sujatha\, The Loving-Kindness monk\, this new year season for an unforgettable experience to initiate your new year with commitment and determination. \nA blessing ceremony is a mindful intention to contact and share that which is good\, particularly in a divine sense. Our practice will include connecting with the force of goodness inside each of us and then inviting this ‘energy’ into a particular situation to help the whole world. \nThis program begins with a brief\, inspiring talk by Bhante Sujatha on the benefits of creating\, refreshing\, and establishing a sturdy meditation practice in our lives in order to support the goals we set to be our best self\, followed by a guided meditation. \nBhante will chant the Ratana Sutra\, a 2\,600-year-old Buddhist chant describing a wish for world-wide good health\, healing\, and blessings. \nJoin Bhante Sujatha and joyful friends as we come together as a spiritual community to experience the healing power of unconditional love and to receive well-wishes as you practice nobility and peace in this life. \nProceeds from a portion of the event will go to Bhante’s pregnant mothers and Incubator Project in Sri Lanka \nBook signing and “Choose Loving Kindness” items will be available for purchase after the event. \nDuring this event there will be a crystal bowl soundbath with Penny Bailey and energy healing with Denise Knutson. Where you have the ability to lay down\, relax\, and go into a deep mediative state and allow your body to release and let go of emotional blocks and energy blocks bringing you back to a state of oneness with yourself. This sound meditation is truly an amazing experience for the body\, mind\, and soul. While you are laying down and relaxing\, the sounds and frequencies of the crystal bowls will be vibrating through your body\, allowing you to let go of energy blockages. This unique experience is something that will resonate within you long after the event is over. \nStarting event time is prompt. So please arrive 10 -15 minutes prior to get settled in. \nEvent Fee: $75 per person \nThis is a special New Years Event with Bhante Sujatha. Register soon as space is limited. We would love for you to celebrate bringing in the New Year with us at this special event. \nIf you have any difficulty signing up for this event please contact Denise Knutson at (480)326-6540. \nThank you. \nMuch Love and Gratitude\, \nPenny Bailey\, Bhante Sujatha\, and Denise Knutson \n  \nTO LEARN MORE & REGISTER\, CLICK HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/new-year-blessings-with-bhante-sujatha-soundbath-and-energy-healing-2/
LOCATION:Shantiful\, 16674 North 91st Street\, STE. 102\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241228T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241202T134459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T135414Z
UID:58380-1735387200-1735398000@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:New Year Blessings with Bhante Sujatha\, Soundbath\, and Energy Healing
DESCRIPTION:The new year is a time for healing\, setting intentions\, letting go of what is no longer serving us\, and clearing the way for unconditional love from ourselves and others. \nJoin Bhante Sujatha\, The Loving-Kindness monk\, this new year season for an unforgettable experience to initiate your new year with commitment and determination. \nA blessing ceremony is a mindful intention to contact and share that which is good\, particularly in a divine sense. Our practice will include connecting with the force of goodness inside each of us and then inviting this ‘energy’ into a particular situation to help the whole world. \nThis program begins with a brief\, inspiring talk by Bhante Sujatha on the benefits of creating\, refreshing\, and establishing a sturdy meditation practice in our lives in order to support the goals we set to be our best self\, followed by a guided meditation. \nBhante will chant the Ratana Sutra\, a 2\,600-year-old Buddhist chant describing a wish for world-wide good health\, healing\, and blessings. \nJoin Bhante Sujatha and joyful friends as we come together as a spiritual community to experience the healing power of unconditional love and to receive well-wishes as you practice nobility and peace in this life. \nProceeds from a portion of the event will go to Bhante’s pregnant mothers and Incubator Project in Sri Lanka \nBook signing and “Choose Loving Kindness” items will be available for purchase after the event. \nDuring this event there will be a crystal bowl soundbath with Penny Bailey and energy healing with Denise Knutson. Where you have the ability to lay down\, relax\, and go into a deep mediative state and allow your body to release and let go of emotional blocks and energy blocks bringing you back to a state of oneness with yourself. This sound meditation is truly an amazing experience for the body\, mind\, and soul. While you are laying down and relaxing\, the sounds and frequencies of the crystal bowls will be vibrating through your body\, allowing you to let go of energy blockages. This unique experience is something that will resonate within you long after the event is over. \n  \nEvent Fee: $75 per person \nThis is a special New Years Event with Bhante Sujatha. Register soon as space is limited. We would love for you to celebrate bringing in the New Year with us at this special event. \nIf you have any difficulty signing up for this event please contact Denise Knutson at (480)326-6540. \nThank you. \nMuch Love and Gratitude\, \nPenny Bailey\, Bhante Sujatha\, and Denise Knutson \nTO LEARN MORE & REGISTER\, CLICK: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/new-year-blessings-with-bhante-sujatha-soundbath-and-energy-healing/
LOCATION:Shantiful\, 16674 North 91st Street\, STE. 102\, Scottsdale\, AZ\, 85260\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241224T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241123T053227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T053227Z
UID:58371-1735034400-1735038000@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Christmas Eve Sunrise Meditation and Intention Setting with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sunrise and ocean scenery with Bhante Sujatha in this energizing morning event to start your Christmas Eve day mindfully. Bhante will lead a loving-kindness meditation\, followed by a chanting blessing to set good intentions for the day and the new year to come. \nEveryone is welcome! \nThe group will meet on the lawn area between Kihei Boat Ramp and Kihei SurfSide Resort. \nConditions may be damp\, so please bring something to sit or lay down on during meditation (blanket\, chair\, towel\, or yoga mat). \nThe suggested donation for this event is $12 with all proceeds going to support Bhante Sujatha’s mission to add more love to world each day. \nDonations are gratefully accepted to support Bhante Sujatha’s charitable efforts in Sri Lanka serving pregant women\, hospitals\, schools\, families and much more. \nTo register\, click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/christmas-eve-sunrise-meditation-and-intention-setting-with-bhante-sujatha/
LOCATION:Community lawn between Kihei boat ramp and Mana Kai\, 2936 South Kihei Road\, Kihei\, HI\, 96753\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241222T110000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241123T052924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T053328Z
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SUMMARY:Sunrise Meditation with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the sunrise and ocean scenery with Bhante Sujatha in this relaxing and energizing get together to start your day mindfully. Bhante will lead a loving-kindness meditation from the Theravada Buddhist tradition\, followed by an open discussion and opportunity to ask questions. \nEveryone is welcome! \nSuggested donation is $10 and is gratefully accepted to support Bhante Sujatha’s charitable efforts in Sri Lanka serving pregant women\, hospitals\, schools\, families and much more. \nPlease bring something to sit or lay down on during meditation (blanket\, chair\, towel\, or yoga mat). \nTo register\, click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/sunrise-meditation-with-bhante-sujatha/
LOCATION:Community lawn between Kihei boat ramp and Mana Kai\, 2936 South Kihei Road\, Kihei\, HI\, 96753\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241221T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241123T052604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T052604Z
UID:58367-1734807600-1734814800@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Your Loss Is Your Gain: A Mindfulness Workshop with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:“When you are able to experience gain and loss with an equal mind\, you realize a rare freedom found in this world.” \nWe have all experienced success and failure\, praise and blame\, gain and loss. How do we feel after these experiences? How do we remember them? Our emotional connection to these extremes is undeniable\, but we don’t always examine their long term effects\, nor the middle ground between them. Recognizing and understanding the shifting of our emotions by outward influences is something we can realize both on and off the cushion\, and allow us to experience and interact with the world in peaceful and purposeful ways. \nJoin Bhante Sujatha in this two-hour workshop to explore how mindfulness and meditation practice can help you to clearly process the subtle reactions and patterns we develop when we experience gain and loss. \nActivities in this program will include: \nLecture: “Your Loss is Your Gain.” \nInstruction in the practice of meditation. \nGuided mindfulness and loving-kindness meditation. \nTime for Questions & Answers. \nBenefits of this beautiful workshop can include: \nReduced stress\, anxiety\, worry\, and depression. \nHealing and enhancing relationships with others. \nGaining a sense of empowerment over challenging issues in life. \nInsights into life’s purpose. \nAwakening to the blessings of the present moment. \nConfidence in attaining unshakable inner peace. \nProceeds from this event support Bhante Sujatha and his charitable works including the “Annual Pregnant Mother’s Retreat.” \nChoose Loving-Kindness items including Bhante’s books will be available for purchase and book signing. \nTo register\, click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/your-loss-is-your-gain-a-mindfulness-workshop-with-bhante-sujatha-2/
LOCATION:Wailea Healing Center\, 120 Kaukahi St.\, HI\, US 96753\, Kihei\, HI\, 96753\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T211500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241220T221500
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241123T052330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T052330Z
UID:58365-1734729300-1734732900@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Dharma Fun and Sunset Meditation with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:Join Bhante Sujatha on the ocean shore for a lighthearted evening meditation and Dharma talk in the sunset setting. \n$10 Suggested Donation \nWe will gather on the lawn at Kihei Surfside. \nPlease remember to bring a seat or towel to sit on and kindly try to arrive 15 minutes early to get settled and comfortable. \nTo register\, click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/dharma-fun-and-sunset-meditation-with-bhante-sujatha/
LOCATION:Community lawn between Kihei boat ramp and Mana Kai\, 2936 South Kihei Road\, Kihei\, HI\, 96753\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241128T153151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T153151Z
UID:58377-1734636600-1734640200@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Practical Sutra Study Online with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:“Buddha vacana” (the Buddha’s words) are lifestyles. \nI have observed and interacted with many scholars pursuing the teaching of the Buddha through academic practices. I myself have done this as part of my monk’s training\, and know it is very important for our growth as monks\, for the purpose of making the Dhamma accessible to people\, and for the purpose of protecting the life of the Buddha Dhamma. \nStudying these beautiful teachings is important\, but we also have to understand that if they are not put into a daily practice\, they serve as much purpose as a book collecting dust on the shelf. I do not think the Buddha intended for the teachings to simply be collected and memorized\, but to be understood and applied. \nAs I understand at this time in my practice\, there are two Dharmas: \n1. Head Dharma \n2. Heart Dharma \nI have met practitioners and students all over the world\, and many of them approach the teaching from either one of these aspects\, but it is my wish for people to develop both. \nTaking into consideration requests from students across the nation for more sutra studies\, I have decided to create this “Practical Sutra Study Session” as a monthly program designed to give more support to those on the path of self awareness. \nI hope that you can join\, and come together with noble friends to deepen our practice together. \nWANT TO PARTICIPATE BUT CAN’T JOIN?\nNOT TO WORRY!\nA RECORDING OF THE EVENT IS SENT TO ALL REGISTERED GUESTS! \nTo register for this event\, please click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/practical-sutra-study-online-with-bhante-sujatha-4/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241218T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241219T010000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241123T051326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241123T051326Z
UID:58363-1734562800-1734570000@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:From the Inside Out: A Mindfulness Workshop with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:Many of us exist in an environment that endorses the metric of success as achieving fame and gaining possessions. In this context\, the more we earn\, the more we desire. Many people have more than humans have ever had in the past\, and yet the happiness and peace we are all seeking continues to move further and further away. \nThis is not a rare condition; we can see the burning desire within ourselves and so many people to love more deeply\, to live more fully and to find sustainable\, sturdy happiness. \nThe remedy that many religions and wisdom teachers offer to quench this desire is the teaching of compassion and charitable actions. These teachings are of great value\, but outward actions alone will not resolve a crisis of internal peace. Not yet have we seen someone find true inner peace and happiness without first loving themselves. \nWe cannot count on anything we find outside as a permanent solution that will sustain our happiness\, but we can find the love within us to always protect ourselves. Learning to listen inwardly is how we discover joy and an unshakable peace that when fully developed can never be taken away. \n· Proceeds go to Bhante’s pregnant mothers and Incubator Project in Sri Lanka \n· Book signing and “Choose Loving Kindness” items will be available for purchase \nTo Register\, click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/from-the-inside-out-a-mindfulness-workshop-with-bhante-sujatha-2/
LOCATION:Wailea Healing Center\, 120 Kaukahi St.\, HI\, US 96753\, Kihei\, HI\, 96753\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241217T191500
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241128T152956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T152956Z
UID:58375-1734459300-1734462900@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Guided Meditation and Peacefulness with Bhante Sujatha hosted by Moonflower Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Add some peacefulness and loving kindness to your life! \nMoonflower Yoga is happy to offer these fabulous\, guided meditations led by Bhante Sujatha.  Bhante teaches loving-kindness meditation to people around the globe for all those seeking the art of happiness and contentment. His approach to meditation is deep and simple\, bringing core Buddhist teachings to everyone in a way that is practical and easy to understand. \nJoin Bhante in this lovely\, guided meditation offered via Zoom and add some loving kindness and peacefulness to your life. \nNO prior meditation experience is needed and can be comfortably and safely done from the warmth of your home thru Zoom. \nTo learn more and register for this event\, click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/guided-meditation-and-peacefulness-with-bhante-sujatha-hosted-by-moonflower-yoga/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241215T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241215T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241128T152732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241128T152732Z
UID:58373-1734291000-1734294600@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Online Full Moon Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to the loving responses and requests we received following the first full moon meditation\, we are pleased to announce a new program for the full moon day in October!\nWe hope that you can join in! \nWANT TO PARTICIPATE BUT CAN’T JOIN?\nNOT TO WORRY!\nA RECORDING OF THE EVENT IS SENT TO ALL REGISTERED GUESTS!\n_________ \nThe full moon day is a very important one in Buddhist countries\, particularly in Bhante’s home country\, Sri Lanka. \nBhante likes to call the full moon day\, a spiritual day for people who are seeking to travel on an inner journey. \nIn this online\, guided meditation\, Bhante Sujatha teaches about the tradition of practicing during the full moon\, and the value of keeping connected to your practice by goal setting and making it sacred. \nTo learn more and register for this event\, click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/online-full-moon-meditation/
LOCATION:Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241025T161624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T161624Z
UID:58356-1733670000-1733677200@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Finding Happiness and Contentment in the Western World
DESCRIPTION:“The pursuit of happiness” is a common bond that unites us all. Nearly everyone on the planet is actively engaged in finding sustainable happiness. \nStill\, regardless of our economic or social position\, regardless of what we’ve acquired along the way\, happiness seems to exist as a mysterious wind that comes in\, fills us with joy\, and then leaves as unpredictably as when it arrived. \nWe search for ways to capture it\, to keep it around and within us for the long term\, but inevitably it escapes us and we find ourselves searching again. In this workshop\, Bhante Sujatha teaches us that although we can’t buy or build happiness\, we can cultivate a simple mindfulness practice in our daily lives that leads to a sustainable contentment which can permeate every aspect of our lives. \n“Mindfulness in everyday life is easy to learn\, simple to practice\, and an essential element in creating a happy life.” \nActivities in this program will include:  \n• Lecture: “What Is Happiness?” \n• Instruction in the Practice of Mindfulness and Loving-Kindness Meditation \n• Time for Questions & Answers \n*Healing Singing Bowls Sound Bath by Moana Kai  \nEnjoy the healing sounds of the singing bowls and the songs of the heart by Agnes Janicka or Moana kai. She is a licensed massage therapist\, energy worker as well as spiritual seeker. In her practice\, she incorporates sound to help an individual find rejuvenation and inspiration. Her sound baths she calls whispers of the heart. Her mission is to inspire to create spa for the mind and to bring an individual closer to their heart to seek connection with the inner child. Through simplicity and love we find the path. \nBenefits of this workshop can include:  \n• Reduced stress\, anxiety\, worry\, and depression. \n• Healing and enhancing relationships with others. \n• Gaining a sense of empowerment over challenging issues in life. \n• Insights into life’s purpose. \n• Awakening to the blessings of the present moment. \n• Confidence in attaining unshakable inner peace. \nProceeds help support Bhante’s “Pregnant Mother’s Program” and Incubator Project in Sri Lanka. \n“Choose Loving-Kindness” products and Bhante’s publications will be available for purchase on site\, and Bhante will be able to for book signing following the program. \nTo register\, click HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/finding-happiness-and-contentment-in-the-western-world/
LOCATION:Sunlight Spirit Retreat\, 1801 N Quentin Rd.\, Palatine\, IL\, 60074\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241025T170907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T170907Z
UID:58360-1732302000-1732305600@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Guided Meditation with Bhante Sujatha and Bhante Rahula
DESCRIPTION:Join Buddhist monks Bhante Sujatha and Bhante Rahula at the Universalist Unitarian Society of Geneva\, IL for a session of guided mediation and teachings in mindfulness. \nIn these sessions\, the monks will guide you through a 30 minute guided meditation followed by a themed talk with time for discussion through questions and answers from the monks. \nMeditation is a practice that cultivates mindfulness which can bring clarity and peace to life. By joining these sessions\, you will gain insight into the quality of mindfulness\, and learn techniqes to practice and apply it to your daily life. \nThese sessions are open for one and all\, and have something to offer everyone. There is no expreience or background required. \nBecause Buddhist monks receive no salary\, the basic needs required in their mission such as fuel for travel\, food\, etc. are funded entirely by donation. For this reason\, in these sessions we suggest that you provide a donation of at least $10. \nMeditation is free\, but life is not! \nYour donation will help support the monks in their goal to add more live to the world\, and also all those who will benefit from their efforts\, especially you! \nThank you so much for your kind paricipataion and support. We hope to see you in Geneva. \nTo Register Click HERE\nMay you be well\, happy\, and peaceful.
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/monthly-guided-meditation-with-bhante-sujatha-and-bhante-rahula-2/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Society of Geneva\, 102 South 2nd Street\, Geneva\, IL\, 60134\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20240807T165236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T165236Z
UID:58190-1730026800-1730030400@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Finding Peace and Contentment in the Western World
DESCRIPTION:“The pursuit of happiness” is a common bond that unites us all. Nearly everyone on the planet is actively engaged in finding sustainable happiness.\nStill\, regardless of our economic or social position\, regardless of what we’ve acquired along the way\, happiness seems to exist as a mysterious wind that comes in\, fills us with joy\, and then leaves as unpredictably as when it arrived. We search for ways to capture it\, to keep it around and within us for the long term\, but inevitably it escapes us and we find ourselves searching again.\nIn this workshop\, Bhante Sujatha teaches us that although we can’t buy or build happiness\, we can cultivate a simple mindfulness practice in our daily lives that leads to sustainable contentment which can permeate every aspect of our lives. \n“Mindfulness in everyday life is easy to learn\, simple to practice\, and an essential element in creating a happy life.” \nPlease note:\n\n“Choose Loving-Kindness” products and Bhante’s publications will be available for purchase on-site\, and Bhante will be able for book signing following the program. \n All proceeds help support Bhante’s Pregnant Mother’s Program and Incubator Project in Sri Lanka. ·
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/finding-peace-and-contentment-in-the-western-world/
LOCATION:Universalist Unitarian Church of the Lakes\, Elkhorn\, 319 N. Broad St.\, Elkhorn\, WI\, 53121\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241016T080714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T080714Z
UID:58221-1729623600-1729627200@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Guided Meditation with Bhante Sujatha and Bhante Rahula
DESCRIPTION:Join Buddhist monks Bhante Sujatha and Bhante Rahula at the Universalist Unitarian Society of Geneva\, IL for a session of guided mediation and teachings in mindfulness. \nIn these sessions\, the monks will guide you through a 30 minute guided meditation followed by a themed talk with time for discussion through questions and answers from the monks. \nMeditation is a practice that cultivates mindfulness which can bring clarity and peace to life. By joining these sessions\, you will gain insight into the quality of mindfulness\, and learn techniqes to practice and apply it to your daily life. \nThese sessions are open for one and all\, and have something to offer everyone. There is no expreience or background required. \nBecause Buddhist monks receive no salary\, the basic needs required in their mission such as fuel for travel\, food\, etc. are funded entirely by donation. For this reason\, in these sessions we suggest that you provide a donation of at least $10. \nMeditation is free\, but life is not! \nYour donation will help support the monks in their goal to add more live to the world\, and also all those who will benefit from their efforts\, especially you! \nThank you so much for your kind paricipataion and support. We hope to see you in Geneva. \nTo Register Click HERE\nMay you be well\, happy\, and peaceful.
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/monthly-guided-meditation-with-bhante-sujatha-and-bhante-rahula/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Society of Geneva\, 102 South 2nd Street\, Geneva\, IL\, 60134\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241021T203000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241027T210000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20240915T155853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T155853Z
UID:58207-1729542600-1730062800@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:A Healthy Mind\, A Happy Life:7-Day Meditation Challenge with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:In this program you will join in these 30 minute meditations for seven consecutive days\, right before bedtime\, led by Bhante Sujatha. \nThese meditations are powerful\, yet accessible. They will help you create a consistent practice so that you can experience the full benefits of meditation for yourself. We call this a “challenge” in order to increase your dedication to your practice! \nIt doesn’t matter if you’re new to meditation or a seasoned pro\, you’ll find these guided meditation will help you stay focused\, happy\, and healthy. They’re also designed to help you create a consistent routine\, as most people find it helpful to participate in guided meditations\, especially when they are first starting to practice. \nEach day Bhante will bring you a life theme for the 30 minute meditation. \n***THIS IS A ONE TIME PAYMENT OF $45 FOR ALL 7 DAYS*** \nDates: 10/21\, 10/22\, 10/23\, 10/24\, 10/25\, 10/26\, and 10/27* \nfrom 8:30 PM to 9:00 PM CST. \n*On Sunday\, October 27th\, we will have a 30 minute meditation\, and 30 minute reflection and conversation from 8:00 – 9:00 PM CST. \nPLEASE NOTE: \nThe last day to register is October 21st\, at 7:30PM. \nThe Zoom link\, meeting ID\, and passcode will not change throughout the challenge. \nA ZOOM LINK WILL BE EMAILED TO YOU TWO HOURS PRIOR ON 10/21! \nTo Register Click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/a-healthy-mind-a-happy-life7-day-meditation-challenge-with-bhante-sujatha/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241018T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241016T080337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T080337Z
UID:58219-1729279800-1729283400@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Practical Sutra Study Online with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:“Buddha vacana” (the Buddha’s words) are lifestyles. \nI have observed and interacted with many scholars pursuing the teaching of the Buddha through academic practices. I myself have done this as part of my monk’s training\, and know it is very important for our growth as monks\, for the purpose of making the Dhamma accessible to people\, and for the purpose of protecting the life of the Buddha Dhamma. \nStudying these beautiful teachings is important\, but we also have to understand that if they are not put into a daily practice\, they serve as much purpose as a book collecting dust on the shelf. I do not think the Buddha intended for the teachings to simply be collected and memorized\, but to be understood\, and applied. \nAs I understand at this time in my practice\, there are two Dharmas: \n1. Head Dharma \n2. Heart Dharma \nI have met practitioners and students all over the world\, and many of them approach the teaching from either one of these aspects\, but it is my wish for people to develop both. \nTaking into consideration requests from students across the world for more sutra studies\, I have decided to create this “Practical Sutra Study Session” as a monthly program designed to give more support to those on the path of self awareness and mindfulness. \nI hope that you can join\, and come together with noble friends to deepen our practice together. \nMay you be well\, happy\, and peaceful. \nWANT TO PARTICIPATE BUT UNABLE TO JOIN? \nNOT TO WORRY! \nTHE EVENT WILL BE RECORDED AND SENT TO ALL REGISTERED GUES \nTo Register Click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/practical-sutra-study-online-with-bhante-sujatha-3/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20241016T080007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T080007Z
UID:58217-1729193400-1729197000@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:October Full Moon Meditation on Zoom with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:With all the great responses and requests that we have been receiving\, we are so pleased to announce a new program for the full moon day in October! \nThe full moon day is a very important one in Buddhist countries\, particularly in Bhante’s home country\, Sri Lanka. \nBhante likes to call the full moon day a spiritual day for people who are seeking to travel on an inner journey. \nIn this online\, guided meditation\, Bhante Sujatha teaches about the tradition of practing during the full moon\, and the value of keeping connected to your practice by goal setting and making it sacred. \nPlease join Bhante and spiritual friends from wherever you to come together to make time for yourself and apply techniques that can help to eliminate your negativities and sooth the soul within you. \nActivities in this program will include: \n\nGuided mindfulness and loving-kindness meditation.\nSharing of wisdom and experience from Bhante Sujatha.\nTime for Questions & Answers.\n\nBenefits of this program can include: \n\nReduced stress\, anxiety\, worry\, and depression.\nHealing and enhancing relationships with others.\nGaining a sense of empowerment over challenging issues in life.\nAwakening to the blessings of the present moment.\nDeveloping confidence in attaining unshakable inner peace.\n\nA link will be sent to all registrants 2 hours before the workshop begins. \nWANT TO PARTICIPATE BUT UNABLE TO JOIN? \nNOT TO WORRY! \nTHE EVENT WILL BE RECORDED AND SENT TO ALL REGISTERED GUESTS!
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/october-full-moon-meditation-on-zoom-with-bhante-sujatha/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241010T141500
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20240918T064013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T064013Z
UID:58213-1728564300-1728569700@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Suffering is Optional – A Mindfulness Workshop with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:“We can’t change the nature of life\, but we can change our attitude towards it.” \nJoin Bhante Sujatha for an intimate conversation on how to train your mind to find the good\, how to use your practice to benefit the world\, and how to find blessings in a fast-paced and oftentimes noisy world. \nAt times there is the notion that meditation is a playful and fantastical space for your mind to wander. Bhante Sujatha guides us to understand that meditation should in fact be approached as a positive and realistic journey; one that comes with both relaxed and mindful expectations. \nActivities and benefits of this workshop include: \n* Reduced stress\, anxiety\, worry and depression\n* Healing and enhancing relationships with others\n* Gaining a sense of empowerment over challenging issues in your life\n* Insights into your life purpose\n* Awakening to the blessings of the present moment\n* Attending unshakable inner peace \n  \n• Proceeds support Bhante’s annual pregnant mothers retreat and charitable projects in Sri Lanka\n• Book signing and Choose-Loving Kindness Items are available to purchase
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/suffering-is-optional-a-mindfulness-workshop-with-bhante-sujatha/
LOCATION:Lifetime Fitness\, Skokie\, 5300 Old Orchard Rd.\, Skokie\, IL\, 60077\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T183000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20240915T154838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T160326Z
UID:58204-1728147600-1728153000@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Workshop at Crow's Nest Farm in Barrington with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:Look deeply into nature\, and you will understand everything better. \nCrow’s Nest Farm is a tranquil oasis located in the heart of Barrington Hills that was created by its owners as a sanctuary for native wildlife and themselves. The property consists of a series of connected gardens\, restored oak and hickory savannah\, woodland trails\, and adjoining horse pastures. There are areas to relax throughout the property\, including a small Japanese Zen garden with an inviting sitting arbor for meditation. \nThe woodland trails take you through the restored oak savannah with its multiple ravines and a small bridge\, and a newly created pond contains lily pads and native vegetation. In addition\, the pond attracts numerous frogs and has a thriving group of fish\, (goldfish and minnows). \nEver a work in progress\, the gardens of the property have been evolving over the last twenty years and consist of a variety of unique trees\, perennials\, and native vegetation. \nAmong this splendor\, Bhante Sujatha will lead a guided meditation and give a Dharma Talk with time for questions and answers. \nTickets for this event are $40 and all proceeds go to Bhante Sujatha and to support his charitable work in Sri Lanka including the annual “Pregnant Mother’s Retreat” that serves 300 expecting women each year. \nPlease bring a folding chair\, or something to sit on\, for the outdoor meditation\, as well as something to keep you warm. \nTO REGISTER\, CLICK HERE \nFor assistance\, please call or write to Barbara Skan: \nph: 847-340-1795 / @: blskan@gmail.com
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/mindfulness-workshop-at-crows-nest-farm-in-barrington-with-bhante-sujatha/
LOCATION:Crow’s Nest Farm\, 85 Honeycutt Road\, PT BARRINGTON\, IL\, 60010\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20240915T153343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T160459Z
UID:58202-1727724600-1727728200@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Practical Sutra Study with Bhante Sujatha Monthly on Zoom
DESCRIPTION:“Buddha vacana” (the Buddha’s words) are lifestyles. \nI have observed and interacted with many scholars pursuing the teaching of the Buddha through academic practices. I myself have done this as part of my monk’s training\, and know it is very important for our growth as monks\, for the purpose of making the Dhamma accessible to people\, and for the purpose of protecting the life of the Buddha Dhamma. \nStudying these beautiful teachings is important\, but we also have to understand that if they are not put into a daily practice\, they serve as much purpose as a book collecting dust on the shelf. I do not think the Buddha intended for the teachings to simply be collected and memorized\, but to be understood\, and applied. \nAs I understand at this time in my practice\, there are two Dharmas: \n1. Head Dharma \n2. Heart Dharma \nI have met practitioners and students all over the world\, and many of them approach the teaching from either one of these aspects\, but it is my wish for people to develop both. \nTaking into consideration requests from students across the world for more sutra studies\, I have decided to create this “Practical Sutra Study Session” as a monthly program designed to give more support to those on the path of self awareness and mindfulness. \nI hope that you can join\, and come together with noble friends to deepen our practice together. \nMay you be well\, happy\, and peaceful. \nWANT TO PARTICIPATE BUT UNABLE TO JOIN? \nNOT TO WORRY! \nTHE EVENT WILL BE RECORDED AND SENT TO ALL REGISTERED GUESTS! \n\nTO REGISTER\, CLICK HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/practical-sutra-study-with-bhante-sujatha-monthly-on-zoom/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20240915T153058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T160608Z
UID:58200-1726601400-1726605000@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:September Full Moon Meditation on Zoom with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:With all the great responses and requests that we have been receiving\, we are so pleased to announce a new program for the full moon day in September! \nThe full moon day is a very important one in Buddhist countries\, particularly in Bhante’s home country\, Sri Lanka. \nBhante likes to call the full moon day a spiritual day for people who are seeking to travel on an inner journey. \nIn this online\, guided meditation\, Bhante Sujatha teaches about the tradition of practing during the full moon\, and the value of keeping connected to your practice by goal setting and making it sacred. \nPlease join Bhante and spiritual friends from wherever you to come together to make time for yourself and apply techniques that can help to eliminate your negativities and sooth the soul within you. \nActivities in this program will include: \n\nGuided mindfulness and loving-kindness meditation.\nSharing of wisdom and experience from Bhante Sujatha.\nTime for Questions & Answers.\n\nBenefits of this program can include: \n\nReduced stress\, anxiety\, worry\, and depression.\nHealing and enhancing relationships with others.\nGaining a sense of empowerment over challenging issues in life.\nAwakening to the blessings of the present moment.\nDeveloping confidence in attaining unshakable inner peace.\n\nCOST: $10 \nA link will be sent to all registrants 1-Hour before the workshop begins. \nWANT TO PARTICIPATE BUT UNABLE TO JOIN? \nNOT TO WORRY! \nTHE EVENT WILL BE RECORDED AND SENT TO ALL REGISTERED GUESTS! \nTO REGISTER\, CLICK HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/september-full-moon-meditation-on-zoom-with-bhante-sujatha/
LOCATION:Online Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T173000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20240915T152713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T160706Z
UID:58197-1726416000-1726421400@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Guided Meditation with Bhante Sujatha: A Fundraiser for Pregnant Mothers
DESCRIPTION:Guided Meditation with Bhante Sujatha: A Fundraiser for Pregnant Mothers\nSunday\, September 15\nHosted by The Flatwater Collective \nFor more than 20 years\, Bhante Sujatha has been focusing his energy toward the support of pregnant mothers. Originally inspired to undertake this service in honor of his teacher\, Bhante Sujatha has expanded this project which began with baby hats and small parcels of goods into an annual\, day-long event for 300 pregnant women! \nThese events include physician-led education sessions on nurturing a newborn\, guided loving-kindness meditation practice\, and gift baskets full of vital necessities for newborns provided to all the expecting mothers in attendace. In addition to the annual program\, Bhante has raised funds over the years for the donation of more than 15 incubators\, baby warmers\, and even an ultrasound scanner to general hospitals around Sri Lanka! \nOur friend Anne Savery and the Flatwater Collective have kindly opened their hearts to host a fundraising workshop to support this great effort. \nIn this guided meditation\, we join Bhante Sujatha for an open conversation about our habit of seeking outward gratification\, and the path to discovering our inner value in order to learn how to authentically love ourselves and become our own best friends. \nActivities in this program will include: \n– Guided mindfulness and loving-kindness meditation. \n– Time for Questions & Answers. \nBenefits of this beautiful workshop can include: \n– Reduced stress\, anxiety\, worry\, and depression. \n– Healing and enhancing relationships with others. \n– Gaining a sense of empowerment over challenging issues in life. \n– Awakening to the blessings of the present moment. \n– Confidence in attaining unshakable inner peace. \nCost: $40 \nPlease note:\nAdvanced registration is required. All proceeds help support Bhante’s Pregnant Mother’s Program and Incubator Project\nin Sri Lanka. · \n“Choose Loving-Kindness” products and Bhante’s publications will be available for purchase on-site\, and Bhante will be able for book signing following the program. \nAdvance registration is appreciated. \nTO REGISTER\, CLICK HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/guided-meditation-with-bhante-sujatha-a-fundraiser-for-pregnant-mothers/
LOCATION:One Tree Yoga – East Studio\, 5020 Dodge Street\, Omaha\, 68132\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T120000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20240915T113317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T113317Z
UID:58194-1726394400-1726401600@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Mind Your Step! A Hike with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:“Mind Your Step!” \nA Mindful Hike with Bhante Sujatha \nWe all get accustomed to our thinking mind’s perceptions of right and wrong: This is the right way; this is the wrong way…. Our spiritual practice however\, teaches us to let go of some of these certainties\, and discover new ways to experience mindful practice. \nMany people are accustomed to the belief that meditation practice only happens while sitting on a cushion. Our minds can become conditioned in this way\, and we forget that meditation is a practice for developing mindfulness for daily living. \nJoin Bhante Sujatha on a hike with mindfulness\, to shake up your practice and challenge the notions that you may or may not have adopted. \nIn this hike\, Bhante and a group of noble friends will share time skillfully with hiking\, sharing meaningful conversation\, practicing stillness to experience nature\, and learning to watch the steps and breaths taken along the way. \nRegistration: For Head Count Purposes\, please register on Eventbrite \nSuggested Donations: \n$15 per adult \n$13 per senior (62+) \n$9 per child (2-17) \nPlus sales tax \nFree for children under age 2 \nFree for members \nAll proceeds go toward Bhante Sujatha’s “Annual Pregnant Mother’s Project” and charitable work in Sri Lanka. \nNOTES: \nWe will meet in the parking lot at the trailhead. The hike begins at 10:00 AM. Please arrive a few minutes early for the head count. \nThere will be a brief sitting meditation and discussion\, please bring a mat or blanket if you like for sitting.
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/mind-your-step-a-hike-with-bhante-sujatha/
LOCATION:Fontenelle Forest Nature Meditation Walk\, 111 Bellevue Boulevard\, North Bellevue\, NE\, 68005\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240907T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20240807T164534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T164534Z
UID:58186-1725732000-1725737400@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Heart Dharma vs. Head Dharma
DESCRIPTION:Join Bhante Sujatha for an intimate conversation on how to train your mind to find the good\,\nhow to use your practice to benefit the world\, and how to find blessings in a fast-paced and\noftentimes noisy world. \nAt times there is the notion that meditation is a playful and fantastical space for your mind to\nwander. Bhante Sujatha guides us to understand that meditation should in fact be approached\nas a positive and realistic journey; one that comes with both relaxed and mindful expectations.\nAs an opportunity to discuss our own personal life experiences to help deepen our practice\, this\nworkshop can be a life changing experience that will bring strength and authenticity to the\nforefront of your practice. \nWe hope this time together will leave you feeling more mindful\, centered\, and ready to serve. \nActivities and benefits of this workshop include: \n* Reduced stress\, anxiety\, worry and depression\n* Healing and enhancing relationships with others\n* Gaining a sense of empowerment over challenging issues in your life\n* Insights into your life purpose\n* Awakening to the blessings of the present moment\n* Attending unshakable inner peace\n· Advanced registration required\n· Proceeds go to Bhante’s pregnant mothers and Incubator Project in Sri Lanka\n· Book signing and Choose-Loving Kindness Items are available to purchase \nTo register click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/heart-dharma-vs-head-dharma-2/
LOCATION:The Yoga Effect\, 1134 E Washington St.\, Grayslake\, Illinois\, 60030\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240827T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240827T203000
DTSTAMP:20260606T125407
CREATED:20240807T163453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T164050Z
UID:58181-1724787000-1724790600@bhantesujatha.org
SUMMARY:Practical Sutra Study Online with Bhante Sujatha
DESCRIPTION:“Buddha vacana” (the Buddha’s words) are lifestyles. \nI have observed and interacted with many scholars pursuing the teaching of the Buddha through academic practices. I myself have done this as part of my monk’s training\, and know it is very important for our growth as monks\, for the purpose of making the Dhamma accessible to people\, and for the purpose of protecting the life of the Buddha Dhamma. \nStudying these beautiful teachings is important\, but we also have to understand that if they are not put into a daily practice\, they serve as much purpose as a book collecting dust on the shelf. I do not think the Buddha intended for the teachings to simply be collected and memorized\, but to be understood and applied. \nAs I understand at this time in my practice\, there are two Dharmas: \n1. Head Dharma \n2. Heart Dharma \nI have met practitioners and students all over the world\, and many of them approach the teaching from either one of these aspects\, but it is my wish for people to develop both. \nTaking into consideration requests from students across the nation for more sutra studies\, I have decided to create this “Practical Sutra Study Session” as a monthly program designed to give more support to those on the path of self awareness. \nI hope that you can join\, and come together with noble friends to deepen our practice together. \nWANT TO PARTICIPATE BUT CAN’T JOIN?\nNOT TO WORRY!\nA RECORDING OF THE EVENT IS SENT TO ALL REGISTERED GUESTS! \nTo register for this event\, please click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/practical-sutra-study-online-with-bhante-sujatha-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
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SUMMARY:How to Empower Your Mind: A Guided Meditation and Mindfulness Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Rumi says\, “what you seek is seeking you”… perhaps it’s true. The evidence of the power of our minds is undeniable. The ancient texts of the Buddha tell us that no external condition can be the cause of our happiness; only the mind has that ability. When people clearly understand how they are influenced\, the root causes of struggle and what we can do with our minds to make things better are revealed. The result is sustainable happiness and radiant joy. \nMy life as a Buddhist monk has given me a front row seat to the incredible transformations that have developed within so many people as I teach them how to empower their minds. Cultivating these qualities will help you too find strength and happiness\, as well as nurture in you a burning desire to add more love to the world. When we understand our mind\, we begin to re-shape our behavior and feelings about so many things. It’s the most loving act of service one can do for themselves and the world. \nPlease join me at the beautiful estate of my good friend\, Linda Benton\, who has generously offered to host this event in order to support me and my charitable work adding more love to the world. \nBenefits of this workshop include: \n• Reduced stress\, anxiety\, worry and depression \n• Healing and enhancing relationships with others \n• Gaining a sense of empowerment over challenging issues in your life \n• Insights into your life purpose \n• Awakening to the blessings of the present moment \n• Working towards an unshakable inner peace \nFee $30 \n• Advanced registration required. \n• Proceeds help support Bhante’s “Pregnant Mother’s Program” and Incubator Project in Sri Lanka. \n• Choose Loving-Kindness Items and Bhante’s publications will be available for purchase on site\, and Bhante will be able to for book signing following the program. \nTo Join this event click: HERE
URL:https://bhantesujatha.org/event/how-to-empower-your-mind-a-guided-meditation-and-mindfulness-workshop/
LOCATION:The Home of Linda Benton\, 37015 N Willow Lane\, Gurnee (Unincorporated Wadsworth)\, IL\, 60031
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