A MIDSUMMERS DAY OF TRANQUILITY MEDITATION
with Pat Coffey
July 23, 2011
Please join us for a day of practice that emphasizes techniques for resting in deep tranquility with an open and compassionate heart.
Pat will offer the Breath of Peace meditation as well as other techniques to sooth the mind, heart and body. Profound states of relaxation combined with a knowing alertness have the ability to transform a life. Out of a state of deep rest natural wisdom and compassion readily flow.
This day will enhance your ability to rest more of the time in the natural radiance that is your birthright.....the natural radiance that is always there but sometimes obscured by energies of restlessness, anxiety, fear and confusion.
The practices offered on this day-long are enjoyable and suitable for both the beginner and seasoned practitioner.
Most of the day will be alternating periods of silent sitting and walking meditation. There will be full instructions and guidance for the techniques offered, poetry readings and time for questions.
Please register on the web at imeditaion.org
Date and Time: Saturday July 23 9:30 to 3:30
Cost: The suggested donation for this event is $35 to $55. However, no one will be refused participation due to lack of funds.
On the day of retreat:Please come a little early so we can begin on time. Bring a light bag lunch and whatever sitting materials you need. There are comfortable chairs and a rug on the floor.
Please register. We want to be able to notify you if needed.
Pat Coffey has over 30 years of meditation experience. He is the founder of the Insight Meditation Community of Charlottesville, Co-Founder of The Blue Ridge Prison Project and The Meditation Teacher Training Institute. Trained under the tutelage of numerous Asian teachers, Jack Kornfield and Joseph Goldstein Pat teaches both nationally and internationally including teaching at the two major Vipassana (Insight Meditation) centers in the West; The Insight Meditation Society in Massachusetts and the Spirit Rock Meditation Center in California.