I just add some images from Gustaf to the Wiston 2013 gallery – take a look!

The Sangha will be taking part in the Festival of Spirituality and Peace as it has done in previous years. There will be two main events Continue reading →

Lovely reflections on the Heart of Impermanence Retreat by Emily on her blog. I especially like the Charlotte Joko Beck quote. One of my favourites. What happens when you let go of all those thoughts – joy!

Here are some pictures from the Heart of Impermanence Retreat held at Wiston Lodge in April 2013. Photos by Bernadette, Roger and Gustaf. Continue reading →

Despite not quite reaching spring as yet, we’re looking ahead to autumn time and a Facilitators Retreat to be held 6 – 8 September 2013 at Kinnoull Monastery, near Perth.

Murray Corke will be coming north to guide and support the weekend offering us the opportunity to deepen our practice for our local sanghas; gaining greater confidence and ease in the role of facilitators.

The retreat is aimed not just at those who currently facilitate, but also to those with an interest in developing their skills and confidence in facilitation in the Sangha context.

Full price £125, limited bursaries £95

If you are interested, please note the date in your diary.

Booking info will be posted on the website in due course.

A reminder that our Thursday evening Sangha practice resumes again this week after our break for Christmas and New Year.

It will be good to return home again and to enjoy our time of sharing our Mindfulness together.

Wishing you all peace and good health in the year ahead.

Jon

A few of us are going to see the film ‘The Life of Pye‘ at the Filmhouse on Friday 4th January 2013 at 2.20pm followed by afternoon tea at the Sheraton Hotel.

Fridays are bargain matinees at £2.60 for tickets.  Come and join us if you can – sounds like a good film for the festive season.

Dear Friends

We gather as usual this coming Thursday (20th December) and then take a break of two weeks over the holiday period coming together again on Thursday 10th January.

I believe it may be possible to be with Thay and Plum Village on ‘livestream’ for Thay’s Dharma talks on both Christmas and New Year’s Eves which take place at 3.00pm.  I hope it works  –  http://vimeo.com/plumvillage

A peaceful and joyful holiday to all Geese.

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