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DALLAS MEDITATION CENTER
The first Interfaith meditation center of North Texas,
home to Zen, Vipassana, Pure Land, Thich Nhat Hanh,
the Great Middle Way,
yoga, qigong, Christian meditation, and other
authentic and genuine traditions of meditation
and mindful living.
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Awakening Heart is a spiritual community at DMC that provides our main weekly meditation gathering and is a resource for meditation education and practice.
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* All of DMC's Weekly Meditation, Yoga and Qigong classes are donation-based.
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Video: Introduction to
Dallas Meditation Center
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Healing Buddha Mantra
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Chanted by
Khenpo Pema Chopel Rinpoche
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Event Rentals
Host your event or class at the Dallas Meditation Center:
► Event Rental Pricing
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Our Tenants
Awakening Heart
Community of Mindful Living
Website
Beth Harp, LPC
Psychotherapy
972.742.7697
Website
The Dream Tree... for Body and Soul
Christine Clemmer
• massage
• meditation
• holistic integration
469.576.2272
Website
Natural Holistic Healing
David Shapley,
RSHOM, CCH
• Safe Homeopathic remedies
• Spiritual counseling
• Guided meditation
• Chronic illness resolution
• Conflict resolution
• Mind body discipline
214.587.4560
Website
Carole Layman, LMSW, CHt
Hypnotherapy
817.455.6642
Website
Shining Light Reiki
Sue Siebens
214.437.2737
Website
Healing with H.E.A.R.T.
Annette Bingham
• body work
• energy work
• intuitive guidance
432-770-4062
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Maria Kannon Zen Center
Helen Cortes
214-388-1122
Website
Holistic Energy Practice, LLC
Kris Sands
214-236-4037
Website
Cleopatra Code
A Sacred Body Ritual offered in the Lotus Room (Mon-Fri):
• Mummy wrap
• Walking meditation
• Mystic massage
• Aromatherapy oil
• Egyptian Healing Rods circle of life energy healing treatment
972-432-7060 for appointment
Contact us about leasing space for your mindful living / wellness oriented business.
Upcoming Events at Dallas Meditation Center
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Meditation Events
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SUNDAY, 5:00-7:00 pm
AWAKENING HEART
(Community of Mindful Living)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing others, this
Interfaith Mindfulness Community is our largest main meditation
gathering of the week (40-60 persons) with music, kirtan
chanting, walking and sitting meditation, inspiring messages,
and community sharing . Monthly Potluck
Dinner. Childcare every Sunday.
Click for more information...
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MONDAY evening, 7:00-9:00pm
BODHISATTVA Meditations & Buddhist Ritual
NOTE:
This group will not meet on May 28
Facilitated by Brother
ChiSing, M.A., M.Div., (a disciple of Thich Nhat Hanh),
this deeper experienced Buddhist meditation circle (12+ persons)
is open to those who have been meditating regularly at Awakening Heart / Dallas Meditation Center for at least 3
months. Through deep Silence, Stillness, and the Practice of Deep
Simplicity, we practice an Integral "One Dharma" approach to
spirituality. If you are a meditator who can sit in stillness,
breathing silently, then please feel free to join us on Monday
evenings for meditation, teachings and sharing in an atmosphere
of deep serenity and spaciousness. Deepen your life through
mindful silence and sharing. NAMO AMITABHA!
• Recommended book: "Old Path, White Clouds" - Thich Nhat Hanh
► Get more information about this group.
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TUESDAY evening, 7:00-9:00pm
GUIDED MEDITATIONS (beginner-friendly)
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing, this Guided
Meditations group (12+ persons) is the perfect group for
beginners (and also for more advanced practitioners who want
to supplement their silent practice with guided
meditations). Each month will have a new theme.
• Recommended book: "Happiness" - Thich Nhat Hanh
► Get more information about this group.
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WEEKDAY SILENT MEDITATIONS @ DMC
Facilitated by
Brother ChiSing,
Andy McDonald,
Bobbie Perkins, staff teachers and other members.
(10 minutes Walking Meditation • 25 minutes Sitting Meditation • short reflection on practice)
► NOON Silent Meditations
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 12:00noon-12:45pm
► EVENING Silent Meditation
Thursday 6:00-6:45pm
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MONDAY morning - 11:30am-1:00pm
WEDNESDAY evening - 7:00-8:30pm
Silent ZEN Meditation with MKZC
Zen Meditation at DMC facilitated by teachers from
Maria Kannon Zen
Center.
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WEDNESDAYS, May 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2012 - 7:30pm
Y.E.S. (Young Enlightened Souls)
A Young Adults (20's & 30's) Meditation Fellowship
Brother ChiSing will facilitate a
4-week meditation & teaching series for Young Adults
(20's & 30's) on 4 Wednesday evenings (7:30 pm) in
May, and hopefully this new group will continue in June onwards
led by trained Young Adult co-facilitators. Our recommended
readings will come from: "The Beginner's Guide to Walking the
Buddha's Eightfold Path" (by Jean Smith). Each
Wednesday evening will include beginner-friendly walking and
sitting meditation, a song or two, Dharma teachings, sharing &
discussion, and refreshments afterwards. All Young Adults
(20's & 30's) are encouraged to participate.
► Get a flyer for this group.
► Get more info about this group.
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Sunday, May 13, 2012
Order of St. Lucy
10:00am - CHRISTIAN Meditation / Centering Prayer
10:30am - Holy Eucharist
The Order of St. Lucy is an independent, universalist,
non-dogmatic religious order in the Liberal Catholic
tradition. Holy Eucharist and Centering Prayer / Christian Meditation on the second and fourth
Sundays of each month at Dallas Meditation Center. Communion and
other sacraments open to all. Presided by Brother Lawrence and Sister Anne.
www.OrderOfStLucy.org
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Friday, May 18 - Sunday, May 20, 2012
Awakening Heart SPRING RETREAT
A weekend residential retreat that takes place Friday, May 18
(6pm) - Sunday, May 20 (2pm) in at the Springhill Retreat Center
in Richardson, Texas (about 10 minutes from the Dallas
Meditation Center).
The weekend of mindfulness, meditation, music, movement and
chant will be led by Brother ChiSing, M.Div., M.A. (an
ordained disciple of Thich Nhat Hanh) and other teachers and
facilitators from the Dallas Meditation Center.
• Full registration includes housing and meals.
• Rates for daily commuter and on-site tenting are available.
• Options available for attending only the Saturday "Day of Mindfulness" or evening "Kirtan Chanting Music Fest."
Space is nearly filled. Advance registration is required.
>> Registration ends May 13 <<
Register online now...
Location:
► Get a brochure for this retreat.
► Click for full details and online registration.
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Sunday, May 20, 2012, 5:00-7:00pm
Two Year DMC Anniversary Celebration
@ Awakening Heart (Community of Mindful Living)
Celebrate the second anniversary of the Dallas Meditation Center, part of our continuing WESAK celebrations during May.
Meditation, music, dancing, messages & more.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing & others.
Community potluck dinner follows at 7:00pm
► Learn more about Awakening Heart.
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Sunday, May 27, 2012
Order of St. Lucy
10:00am - CHRISTIAN Meditation / Centering Prayer
10:30am - Holy Eucharist
The Order of St. Lucy is an independent, universalist,
non-dogmatic religious order in the Liberal Catholic
tradition. Holy Eucharist and Centering Prayer / Christian Meditation on the second and fourth
Sundays of each month at Dallas Meditation Center. Communion and
other sacraments open to all. Presided by Brother Lawrence and Sister Anne.
www.OrderOfStLucy.org
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Saturday, June 2, 2012 - 9:00am-12:30pm
Meditation REJUVENATION Retreat
Every first Saturday of the month.
A retreat for those with some meditation experience.
Treat yourself to a heart-opening morning of peace, joy, wisdom, and
community through Sitting & Walking meditation,
Mindful movement, Teachings,
Journal-writing,
Sharing circles, Music, etc.
Facilitated by Brother ChiSing.
► Get more information about this retreat.
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YOGA & QIGONG Events
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MONDAY morning, 10:00-11:15am
WEDNESDAY afternoon, 3:15-4:30pm
THURSDAY evening, 7:00-8:15pm
Mindful Yoga for All Levels with Andy McDonald, RYT
Through mindful movement and breath awareness, this style of
yoga connects mind, body and spirit. You will experience a
mental, emotional, and physical practice, achieving a deep state
of relaxation, calmness, and peace.
Suggested donation: $10-$20.
► Get a flyer for this class.
► www.thenatureofstillness.com
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TUESDAY morning, 10:00-11:15am
THURSDAY morning, 10:00-11:15am
Gentle Yoga with Roya Kashani, RYT
Gentle Yoga is a meditative and restorative practice. It is
designed to relax your mind, increase energy and reduce
stress. It also provides an approach so that every muscle and
joint is slowly moved to give you the most benefit. This
practice is nurturing, slow-paced and relaxing and is perfect
for beginners and for experienced yogis who want to slow down
and perfect their practice.
Suggested donation: $10-$15.
► Tuesday flyer.
► Thursday flyer.
Contact Roya at rkashani2@yahoo.com
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TUESDAY afternoon, 2:00-3:15pm
Vajra Yoga with Tashi Nyima
Vajra Yoga is the confluence of centuries of ancient Indian,
Chinese, and Tibetan practices. It is a complete practice cycle,
and is sufficient to achieve and maintain total body-mind
fitness.
Fee: by donation. Get a flyer.
More info at GreatMiddleWay.wordpress.com
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TUESDAY evening, 5:30-6:45pm
Qigong with Michael Upchurch
Qigong (pronounced "Chee Gong") is a moving meditation, similar
to Tai Chi, focused on physically feeling the Chi energy with
your hands and body.
Suggested donation: $10-$20.
www.qigong.com.
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MUSIC & MOVEMENT Events
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Saturday, May 12, 2012 - 5:00-9:00pm
Heart of the Cedar Native Flute Circle
A monthly gathering for players of the Native American flute and
those who enjoy the music of the Native flute. Music, community
socializing, refreshments. There is no requirement to
perform. Bring along flutes and other instruments you want
to play or show. Bring along a snack or non-alcoholic beverage
to share.
More info about Heart of the Cedar:
► Facebook
► Yahoo! Group
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Saturday, May 26, 2012, 7:00-9:00pm
Gong Meditation with Kenny Kolter
Bathe in the powerful, relaxing, and energizing song of the
gong. Ride the healing sound waves, meditate & pray in the
harmonious blend of sustained resonance with recording artist
and sound practitioner, Kenny Kolter.
Fee: $20
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Sunday, May 27, 2012 - 7:30-9:00pm
TaKeTiNa Practice Group w/ Michael Kenny
TaKeTiNa is a group rhythmic process that opens the door to
simultaneous levels of awareness and synchronization of the
brain and body. It is a deeply peaceful and fun practice that
can be shared by all without prior experience in music or
dance.
Facilitated by Michael Kenny.
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Friday, June 1, 2012 - 7:00pm
First Friday DRUM CIRCLE
Join us at the Dallas Meditation Center's "First Friday Drum
Circle." Bring your drums and percussion instruments. If you
don't have any, don't worry, there's plenty to go around.
Donations welcome.
Facilitated by Dorayne Breedlove.
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OTHER SPECIAL Events
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SUNDAY, 11:30am-1:30pm
Spiritual Journeys
Facilitated by Chuck and Sunnie Murphy.
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MONDAY evening, 7:20-8:45pm
Breaking Free - UA Meeting
For those whose means never quite meet their needs, or whose
true creative/professional passions and talents seem stifled, UA
may be the answer. The Twelve Steps unlock many
doors.
General info at www.underearnersanonymous.org
Local group details contact jtexana@yahoo.com
Fee: by donation
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Thursdays, May 3-17, 2012, 7:00 - 9:00pm
Medicine Buddha
Buddhist Subtle Healing
Three-Session teaching with the Ven. Tashi Nyima.
Healing Principles
• Technique & Intention
• Establishing Oneness
• Releasing the Poisons
• Affirming Truth
• Awakening Prana
• Healing with Touch
• Distant Healing
Voluntary donations gratefully accepted.
Class size is limited, pre-registration requested at
GreatMiddleWay@gmail.com
► Get a flyer for
this class.
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Friday, May 11, 2012, 7:30-9:00pm
Channeling Spiritual Wisdom
"A Conversation With Jacob"
An opportunity to engage in a conversation with our spirit
guides and angels. Communication with our non-physical friends
is natural and inspiring. Their loving, insightful answers
offer a broader perspective that we are often unable to access
on our own. During our time together, you may ask questions or
simply listen - it often happens that your question is answered
even if you don't ask it.
Facilitated by Bobbie Perkins. Contact bobbie@AwakeningHeart.org for more info.
Suggested donation: $10-$20.
► Get a flyer for this event.
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Saturday, May 12, 2012 - 10:00am-12:30pm
Reiki Fellowship Dallas
Experience the peace, relaxation and healing power of Reiki. You
are invited to come to Reiki Fellowship Dallas on the 2nd
Saturday of each month for a FREE Reiki treament from
professional Reiki practioners. Treatmenst are available
approximately every 20 minutes beginning at 10:00am. Please
arrive no later than 12:30pm.
www.ReikiFellowshipDallas.com
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