Our Mission
Cultivating Mindfulness Through Meditation and Contemplation
At Compassionate Presence Mindful Community, our mission is to promote mindfulness as the practice of nonjudgmental awareness in the present moment with curiosity and open acceptance. We believe in cultivating mindfulness through the practice of:
- The Four Foundations of Mindfulness: awareness of the body, feeling tones, thoughts, and perceptions
- The Four Immeasurable Qualities: loving-kindness, compassion, sympathetic joy, and equanimity
- The Five Mindfulness Trainings: Reverence for Life, True Happiness, True Love, Deep Listening and Loving Speech, and Nourishment and Healing
Through the application of mindfulness to our actions, speech, and thoughts, guided by the Five Mindfulness Trainings, we aspire to create a world of compassion and understanding.
Rooted in Ancient Wisdom
Our foundation is rooted in the timeless teachings passed down through generations of venerable teachers. These teachings are meant to be embodied through study, meditation, discussion, the practice of applying them to our daily lives.
Embracing Diversity and Respect
At Compassionate Presence Mindful Community, we hold firm to the intention of seeing life without the distortion of our perceptions. We celebrate and promote respect for all individuals, irrespective of gender, sex, age, or physical ability.
About Your Teacher
Your journey at Compassionate Presence Mindful Community will be led by David Steinberg, a dedicated practitioner who has been working toward embodying the teachings of the Buddha as transmitted by Thich Nhat Hanh since 2009. With a wealth of experience, including facilitating Sangha gatherings, establishing a Local Sangha, and obtaining certification as a mindfulness teacher, David continues to refine his presentation of these teachings to make them accessible and relatable to all who seek inner peace and enlightenment. Ask our instructor if you have any questions.