Greetings!
In case anyone was planning to attend this Saturday the 27th please know that it has been canceled. Sorry if this is an inconvenience.
We found our caretaker
The opening we had at Northern Light Zen Center for a resident caretaker has been taken. Thank you to all who have expressed interest. If there are any questions regarding our Zen Center please feel free to email us.
There is a Room Opening up at NLZC!
We have a room opening coming up at NLZC. It will be available Sept 1st. This is the advertisement we have been posting about. If you are interested or know of someone who might be give us a shout!
Northern Light Zen Center is seeking a second live-in caretaker for its two-bedroom Zen center in Topsham. This would be ideal for an individual who wants to trade light, unskilled maintenance/cleaning for an attractive rent ($340/mo, includes heat, electric, water). Sorry, but no pets are allowed. Membership and practicing with the group are encouraged but not required; must accommodate group’s practice schedule and have a sincere respect for spiritual practice. Available Sept 1st, so contact us soon. For more info email jspencerseiler@gmail.com
One Moment Meditation
Hi Everyone!
I just got back yesterday from a Retreat at Open Meadow Zen Center. As always it was a great day and I feel that my practice is stronger for it. I also picked up one of the new OMZC t-shirts! I am lobbying for Northern Light to do something similar. I think that would be awesome.
So I stumbled onto this youtube video about a one minute meditation. It is pretty good and enlightening, ha! Pun very much intended. Anyway here is the link; One Moment Meditation
If that really turned you on, the guy who created the short video, Martin Boroson, has a website. http://onemomentmeditation.com You might find that interesting too. Enjoy!
Peace
jay
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The Chant of Metta
I liked this youtube version of a Metta chant. It was obviously stylized and modern but I found it very relaxing and peaceful. So I hope you all enjoy. I know I did.
http://youtu.be/O3wBkfi64w0
On the Way to PZC
I enjoyed this.
Fundamentals of Meditation Workshop- TBD 9:00 – 11:00 am
Greetings!
Coming soon to a Zen Center near you! The Northern Light Zen Center that is!
This workshop is a careful review of sitting meditation with practical hints to achieve a comfortable and stable posture that lasts you the duration of a sitting period. The format is interactive and experiential, alternating instruction with short meditation sessions. It introduces several types of mindfulness practices that you can try when meditating. It will also discuss common obstacles to practice and how to deal with them. If you are new to meditation this will give you a chance to learn the basics, ask questions and get advice. If you are already experienced this will give you a chance to review your practice and get some helpful hints as well. Free.
A Wonderful Day at our Open House June 23rd.
Greetings!
June 23rd dawned with pouring rain! Honestly I was afraid that we would be rained on all day during our Open House at the Northern Light Zen Center. But as 10 o’clock drew nearer the sky cleared and the sun came out and the weather would not have been better! Food, Tea, Lemonade and Orange Juice was provided, the Strata was delish. Our guests and donors came and we did the best we could to honor and thank them for their contributions and ongoing support. The Dharma room and indeed the entire NLZC was alive with friends and their children. It was an awesome and lovely day. Thanks to all who came. We are indeed honored. I have pasted some pics below and tried to caption some of them. Sadly I didn’t know all names. My apologies for that. Nonetheless, many thanks. Namaste.
Open House at Northern Light Zen Center on June 23rd. 10am to Noon.
Hello Everyone!
The subject line says it all but I wanted to let folks know about our open house coming up. It’s to take place at the Zen Center at 202 Meadow road in Topsham, Maine. It will be from 10 am to noon. Folks are invited to check out the place and nosh on some snacks. As well as take a look at what we have done and where we have been sitting. The Zen Center really is a wonderful place and it is just a great place to meditate and gather. It’s come a long way and we have more in store. Mark your calendar!
Peace out.
jay