The Dharma Drop-In Group is IMT’s cornerstone gathering, offered since our inception in 2011. Dharma is a Sanskrit word meaning “teaching,” and most often refers to the words of the Buddha. Dharma also means “truth,” or “nature,” as in the truth of this moment, things as they are, or the nature of things. Our own direct experience is the most potent teacher we have, and the Buddha’s teachings show us how to pay attention to our lives, just as they are. This clarifies where and how we suffer, and therefore where and how we get free.
Each session includes a 30-minute guided meditation, dharma talk, plus discussion, reflection, and/or Q&A. Suitable for new and experienced practitioners.
This group is offered freely and no sign-up required. Your generosity — danā — is gratefully accepted, so we may continue offering dharma 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.