Training of the Mind: 2012 New Year Resolution

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A few of the IMG members met severals days ago and decided that it is time to meet again. Starting January 2012 for every first Saturday of each month, IMG will join Ven. Katapunno's meditation class at the American Bodhi Center (ABC). RSVP by Wednesday next week (1/4/2012) if you are interested (email.



Ven. Katapunno was born in Malaysia and ordained when he was 21. He spent time as a monk in Thailand and Sri Lanka before coming to America. You might remember him last year when he lead IMG in a 15-day retreat. His meditation class at ABC is from 8:30 am to 4 pm. He is a wonderful teacher who can speak fluent English and Chinese and many people enjoys his Dharma talks.

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