Strength of Heart
The Inclusive Nature of Love
Hybrid: In-Person and Zoom
6:00-7:45pm PDT
led by IMT Dharma Leader,
David Bornstein
“It all starts with Love. Love is so mysterious. I think somehow that it is the memory that we were all together, once long ago in the Big Bang, and we remember our brothers and sisters from that womb of creation.”
In this time of holiday busy-ness, of transitions (from one holiday, year, and administration to the next), of division rooted in deeply held beliefs and ideology, remembering that we are not isolated and alone can be a balm. How do we do this? We pause and connect with our capacity to love.
Love is an inherent quality of being human, and its nature is relational. How are we relating to our experience, to ourselves, to others, to world events? The Buddha taught that mettā, or loving-kindness, is boundless when properly developed. We start with being present and receptive to our lives, moment-by-moment. We notice and allow the passing show of joy, peace, and clarity, sorrow, fear, and anger. None are immune from the vicissitudes of life, and we all wish to be happy. Directly touching our own humanity can open us where we feel stuck, warm us where we feel cold, and unite us where we feel separate.
There will be a 30-minute sitting meditation, dharma talk, and discussion. Open to those new to practice as well as those with an established mindfulness practice.
HYBRID OPTIONS
In-Person Location, Pima Friends Meeting House, 931 N 5th Ave., 85705
PARKING: is available in the back lot, along 5th Ave. between 1st and Speedway, and along 1st St. west of 5thAve. Some parts of this area require permit parking – the signs are clear, so check them if you’re not sure.ZOOM: Click on the button below
PASSCODE: sangha
DANĀ
All are welcome, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or class. The teachings of the Buddha are a priceless gift which are offered freely, and no one is ever turned away for financial reasons. We invite you to consider danā, generosity, as part of our practice together, and to give what you can to support this dharma service.
ABOUT THE TEACHER
David Bornstein, MSW began meditating in 1997 and has worked with many teachers including Jack Kornfield, Joseph Goldstein, and Anna Douglas. He graduated from Spirit Rock Meditation Center’s Dedicated Practitioner’s Program in 2016 and completed the Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Certification Program created by Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach, in 2019. In January 2025 David begins Spirit Rock’s Community Dharma Leader (CDL) program, a two-year training that, for over 20 years, has been preparing the next generation of dharma leaders.