Engaged Buddhism refers to Buddhists who are seeking ways to apply the insights from meditation practice and dharma teachings to situations of social, political, environmental, and economic suffering and injustice.
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Resources
Dharma Talk by Thich Nhat Hanh: "Healing Ourselves, Healing the Earth," Mindfulness Bell, Autumn 2014 edition Earth Holder Community: Earth Holders embody the teachings and methods of the Plum Village Community of Engaged Buddhism and bring our insight and healing energy to the momentum of good work happening locally, regionally, nationally, and globally. We contribute mindfulness and compassion to further the efforts of skillful and effective organizations. The world needs the peace, insight, and joy of our Plum Village practice. When we act as Earth Holders, we embody the teachings transmitted to us by our teacher Thich Nhat Hanh in order to help ourselves and others manifest true transformation and healing. |
Here are three possibilities for you to join with other Sangha members in benefiting all beings, including our beloved planet. Contact Cynthia Hatfield and see below for more information.
MINDFULNESS & RIGHT THOUGHT
INTERNATIONAL ONLINE MONTHLY DHARMA TALK AND SHARING (A MINDFUL EARTH JUSTICE INITIATIVE IN THE PLUM VILLAGE COMMUNITY OF ENGAGED BUDDHISM)
JANUARY 12 & Second Sunday of Every Month at R & C Hatfield’s home
Time: 10:45 AM - about 1:00
Place: 165 Delaware Place, West Asheville
Tea & snacks will be served
Contact: Cynthia at (828) 335-1775
Website: Online Earth Holder Sangha
INTER-BEING & RIGHT SPEECH
ASHEVILLE ENERGY JUSTICE LISTENING PROJECT (founded by Mountain Mindfulness Sangha member, Cathy Holt) This group trains members in specific communication skills to share stories and ideas from all kinds of people living in Asheville. The focus is on moving from understanding to trust to problem-solving to community action concerning environmental and energy issues in order to help ALL beings thrive.
Contact: Cathy at cathyfholt@gmail.com
COMPASSION & RIGHT ACTION
ENERGY SAVERS NETWORK
A service group based in West Asheville that asks you to volunteer a morning or afternoon whenever you can to work with a team up-grading inside homes for our neighbors in need. This lowers their carbon footprint, helps them with energy bills, and keeps them warm. VERY satisfying and kinda' fun, even! You’ll easily learn what you need to know to be a real help.
Contact: Yulia At ESN
Website: Earth Savers Network
MINDFULNESS & RIGHT THOUGHT
INTERNATIONAL ONLINE MONTHLY DHARMA TALK AND SHARING (A MINDFUL EARTH JUSTICE INITIATIVE IN THE PLUM VILLAGE COMMUNITY OF ENGAGED BUDDHISM)
JANUARY 12 & Second Sunday of Every Month at R & C Hatfield’s home
Time: 10:45 AM - about 1:00
Place: 165 Delaware Place, West Asheville
Tea & snacks will be served
Contact: Cynthia at (828) 335-1775
Website: Online Earth Holder Sangha
INTER-BEING & RIGHT SPEECH
ASHEVILLE ENERGY JUSTICE LISTENING PROJECT (founded by Mountain Mindfulness Sangha member, Cathy Holt) This group trains members in specific communication skills to share stories and ideas from all kinds of people living in Asheville. The focus is on moving from understanding to trust to problem-solving to community action concerning environmental and energy issues in order to help ALL beings thrive.
Contact: Cathy at cathyfholt@gmail.com
COMPASSION & RIGHT ACTION
ENERGY SAVERS NETWORK
A service group based in West Asheville that asks you to volunteer a morning or afternoon whenever you can to work with a team up-grading inside homes for our neighbors in need. This lowers their carbon footprint, helps them with energy bills, and keeps them warm. VERY satisfying and kinda' fun, even! You’ll easily learn what you need to know to be a real help.
Contact: Yulia At ESN
Website: Earth Savers Network
You are welcome to join our weekly meditation practice at the Center for Art & Spirit at St. George, 1 School Road, Asheville NC 28806.
You are welcome to join our weekly meditation practice at the Center for Art & Spirit at St. George, 1 School Road, Asheville NC 28806.
