Broward Lotus Sangha

Members of the Broward Lotus Sangha and the Lotus Institute for Mindful Living will be leading us in a MINDFUL DRUMMING FOR PEACE CEREMONY with sacred sounds, songs and chants from many of the World’s Spiritual Traditions to nurture and project our heart’s loving kindness to all beings.

Our Mindfulness Practice will serve as a means to generate the Blessing of Peace for 2009 through the practice of sitting, walking, and sound meditation. Practicing simple body awareness and being in the present moment, we remember our True Nature. Resonating with the vibration of sound and loving intention, we cultivate the energy of peace (shanti), loving kindness (metta/maitri), compassion (karuna), joy (mudita), equanimity (upekkha/upeksha), and generosity (dana), within & without, for the benefit of all beings.

After the ceremony, at about 9:00 P.M., we invite you and your significant others to join us for tea, healthy vegetarian treats, and warm friendship.

• Voices, Drums, and Percussion Instruments welcome
• Any other musical instruments you play such as flute and guitar also welcome

Please feel free to bring…

• Offerings of flowers, fruit, and tea to be placed in the altar for the ceremony, as well as any other non-alcoholic beverages of your choice, vegetarian dish, dessert, or treat you wish to share with the Sangha.
• Whatever utensils are needed to cut and serve your particular dish.
• Your own favorite seating arrangement (some are provided)
• Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothes

Also,

• In order to be kind to the Earth Mother, please bring your own non-disposable teacup to share tea with us, and eating utensils for your own use.
• Please arrive by 6:15 P.M. in order to give yourself a chance to settle in. We begin our 30-minute sitting meditation promptly at 6:30 P.M.

A Lotus Flower for You,

Broward Lotus Sangha
In the Tradition of Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh

And

Lotus Institute for Mindful Living, Inc.
Your Site For Mindful Living