Meditation means mind development through concentration and mindfulness, thus understanding the true existence of the mind, body and all phenomena. There are different types of meditation, e.g.Zen meditation, Vipassana meditation, etc. The sustained application of self-observation and understanding through meditation will heighten self-awareness and purify our mind, cultivating true insight wisdom. This purified and equanimous mind will bring harmony and stability to the society, hence true peace and happiness to the world.

We offer the following Meditation Courses:

   Mindfulness Meditation (1 Day);
   Mindfulness Sharing Group Sitting (2.5 hours); 
   Mindfulness Meditation Camp (3 Days);

   Vipassana Meditation  - Adult  (10 Days);   
   Vipassana Meditation  - Adult  (1 Day); 
   Vipassana Meditation Camp - Children & Teen (1 Day);

   Daily Meditation:  8:00 - 9:00 am ; 6:00 - 7:00 pm
      (Group sitting at the Nunnery in Chilliwack)

     Our Nunnery presents Discourse in both English and Chinese languages. 

     At present, English Dhamma Sharing is held at the Chilliwack Nunnery every Tuesday at 5:50 - 8pm.
    

    During the year, we organize the following activities: 

    - 7 days Amitabha Meditative Retreat which includes Walking Meditation, 
          Sitting Meditation, Dhamma Talk and Amitabha Chanting;
    - Other Sutra Chanting, etc.

Concept
Life experiences are bound to vary. There will be moments of excitement, of hope, and of joy, but there are also times when you will sigh, feel lost, and grieve. No matter the days are good or bad, they represent an experience, a footprint. Each step helps you reflect, and each life teaches you something. Let’s educate life with life, and let every life be lived better.

Purpose
Beacon in the Dark: This is targeted at Buddhists and aimed at examining the value of life and the attitude towards learning Buddhism with Buddhists, and helping them understand the various rituals of monasteries and the meaning of all Buddhist rites. Life Education: Courses ranging from one-day (There’s Got to be a morning after), 3-day (To live better) to 5-day (Free Mind, New Life) are offered to enable people in various states of living, to understand the rhythms of life, stimulate and unleash the energy of mindfulness and embark on a positive journey of life.

Format
Beacon in the Dark: Elaboration and practice of all kinds of Buddhist rites and experience sharing. Life Education: Lectures on themes with inspirational activities, theme-matching movies and experience sharing.

    Watch out for this special event to meet Ven. Yin Kit or Ven. Yin Yeung in a relaxed and interactive environment to share life's joy and music, bitter and sad.

    Watch out for this 2 hours evening session for a lively, inspiring and educational discourse.

   Help the nunnery with all kinds of work -  in the kitchen, cleaning, 
   gardening etc.
   This activity usually takes place once a month on a Sunday. 

   Check the calendar and email to workday@polam.ca to participate.