Sunday Meditation for All
A free programme open to everyone on the first Sunday of each month. The day consists of periods of meditation, talks and group discussions. It is suitable for both beginners and more experienced meditators. Taught in French.
Theme for Sunday, December 1st: “The stages of the Buddhist path”
Come and discover meditation at the Dechen Chöling Shambhala Centre, near Limoges. This programme is free of charge and open to all, on the first Sunday of each month, from 10am to 5pm.
The programme is taught by an experienced meditation instructor. Participants who have never meditated before will receive meditation instruction. Meditators of all levels as well as Dechen Chöling staff, are welcome.
This day is coordinated by two volunteers from our local meditation group. Teachings and instruction are given in French. If you require translation into English, please inquire at [email protected]
Programme
The day is a mixture of meditation, presentations by the meditation instructor and group discussion.
Welcome between 9.30 and 9.55 am
In the morning from 10 am to 12.15 pm: Meditation practice for all, new people are welcomed separately at the beginning of the session to orient them.
In the afternoon from 2.15 pm to 4.30 pm: You can choose between two options:
- Practice and walking meditation for beginners or
- For those who wish: introductory session to Buddhism.
Next session on Sunday, January 3rd with Catherine Eveillard: The warrior of awakening
When we practice sitting quietly and following our breath, we enter into direct contact with our heart. By letting ourselves be just as we are, we begin to experience true friendliness towards ourselves.
Lunch
You are cordially invited to have lunch at the centre, at the price of 14€. If you wish to have lunch with us, please register at least two days in advance at the link provided below.
Donations to the centre are also welcome.
Practical Information
Schedule: arrive Sunday morning at 9:45 am to start session at 10 am. Lunch at the centre is served at 12:30. This is optional and costs €14 (please register below). The afternoon session starts at 2:15 pm, and the programme ends at 5 pm.
Venue: The Dechen Chöling Meditation Centre is located in Saint-Yrieix-sous-Aixe (le Mas Marvent), about a 20-minute drive from Limoges.
More information: contact Nathalie Chautard: [email protected]
There is also a weekly open meditation at Dechen Chöling on Friday evenings from 8 pm to 9 pm (also free of charge).
Registration
Places for the programme are limited to 30 people. To register, please fill out the form below.
