Mountain Mindfulness Sangha is a community in Asheville, North Carolina who support one another through practicing engaged Buddhism in the tradition of Thich Nhat Hanh. "Sangha" is a spiritual community, connected by the practice of mindfulness, walking together on the path of liberation. We can rely on the Sangha and trust it to support our deepest aspirations and give us energy and inspiration on the path of practice.
Through our weekly Sangha practice of sitting and walking meditation, reading Thay’s words, participating in Dharma discussions and chanting, we learn how to be more compassionate with ourselves and each other.
All are welcome in our Sangha! We welcome the participation of people from all backgrounds, regardless of ethnic origin, race, cultural background, socio-economic class, age, gender and sexual orientation. We are committed to fostering a practice environment where all may experience positive transformation and healing.
I take refuge in the Three Jewels:
the Buddha (and the Buddha in myself), the Dharma (the teachings), and the Sangha (the community of practice).
Through our weekly Sangha practice of sitting and walking meditation, reading Thay’s words, participating in Dharma discussions and chanting, we learn how to be more compassionate with ourselves and each other.
All are welcome in our Sangha! We welcome the participation of people from all backgrounds, regardless of ethnic origin, race, cultural background, socio-economic class, age, gender and sexual orientation. We are committed to fostering a practice environment where all may experience positive transformation and healing.
I take refuge in the Three Jewels:
the Buddha (and the Buddha in myself), the Dharma (the teachings), and the Sangha (the community of practice).
Calendar of Events
Please see below for a calendar of sangha events. Learn more at Meditation Schedule and Special Events and Retreats. All are welcome!
News & Special Events
All are welcome to our sangha gatherings:
RETREAT WITH PEGGY ROWE WARD: Saturday, September 28th, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 4:30 PM at Asheville Friends Meeting House 227 Edgewood Road, Asheville, NC 28804-3314 (near UNCA).
Click here to learn more.
IN-PERSON SANGHA PRACTICE: second and fourth Wednesday of the month from 7-8:30pm at the Asheville Friends Meeting place at 227 Edgewood Road in North Asheville. Click here to learn more.
OUTDOOR SANGHA PRACTICE: On the first Saturday of the month we (usually**) gather outdoors at Weaverville's Main Street Nature Park from 10-11:30am for singing Dharma songs, walking meditation through the park, and Dharma sharing. Our first outdoor gathering of the year will be Saturday, April 6, 2024 at 10am. **Join our Google Group for scheduling information, reminders, and weather-related cancellations.
FACEBOOK: Please "like" our Sangha's Facebook page to connect with others in our community online!
THE THICH NHAT HANH CONTINUATION AND LEGACY FOUNDATION: Should you want to support Thay's mindfulness teachings and loving practice by building sangha and contributing to dharma sharing programs, please take a look at this awesome website invitation (a fun and beautiful website, even if you're not wanting to make a gift): www.ThichNhatHanhFoundation.org.
DONATIONS: Donations are gratefully accepted. They support our continuation, the Plum Village monastics around the world, and local organizations engaged in offering community services. To contribute, please click here to visit our Donations page.
CONTACT US! Contact us through email or by calling Bob at 207-313-0794. If you would like to be emailed updates and event announcements once or twice monthly, sign up for our newsletter.
