Now being offered in Bedford, PA Mondays, beginning September 25, 2023 7:00-8:00pm, Bedford Church of the Brethren, 310 Donahue Manor Rd, Bedford, PA 15522.

Would you like to:
● Find relief from the stress of everyday life?
● Find more peacefulness and meaningfulness in your life?
● Improve your mood and concentration, and cope better with difficulties?
● Discover your own resilience, compassion, and wisdom in your personal, family, and work life?

You are invited to join our classes, brought to you by Buddhist monk Bhante Chandrawansa. Embrace the harmony of spirituality shared by all faiths and walks of life! Classes take place in Bedford Church of the Brethren’s handicap-accessible fellowship hall as Bhante guides us through the timeless teachings of meditation and mindfulness with application to modern life.

Classes include guided meditations, teachings, and practical tools to live a more happy and meaningful life. Learn practical ways to feel empowered to change yourself and change the world. These classes include inner tools to apply to your daily life with a focus on solutions to problems, authentic optimism, and the development of altruistic love and compassion.

*Please bring a pillow, blanket or towel to class to sit on. Stay hydrated and bring a bottle of water. Chairs will be provided for those unable to sit on the floor. Class ends with discussion, so bring your questions about meditation, spirituality, and life.

Classes are free, but donations are welcome. For more information, please contact us at: Email: ven.chandrawansa@bhikkhu.net, Mobile: 814-954-9011

The PA Meditation Center offers a Vipassana meditation class each Thursday evening from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. EST followed by an hour-long Dhamma talk and discussion. The session begins with metta chanting to develop lovingkindness, compassion, altruistic joy, and equanimity. This is followed by insight meditation, which helps us to recognize and to be aware of our true nature.

The yearly teaching cycle begins with the Four Dwellings, which are lovingkindness, compassion, altruistic joy, and equanimity. Meditators can enjoy learning as they progress to profound teachings such as Dependent Origination, the Five Aggregates, Six Faculties, etc.

These classes are offered in person and via zoom sessions. These classes are offered free of charge. To join via zoom, please email phall621@gmail.com for information.

The PA Meditation Center offers a Mindfulness Meditation for Kids class every Friday evening from 7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. EST beginning November 19, 2021.

These classes help to teach children to become more aware and mindful, developing concentration and self-discipline. They also learn about the Four Dwellings, which are lovingkindness, compassion, altruistic joy, and equanimity.

These classes are offered free of charge. To join, please call Bhante at 814-954-9011 for information.