About us
Bodhicitta Sangha is a Buddhist practice community rooted in the Buddha-Dharma.
We gather for meditation, chanting, Dharma talks, self-inquiry, reflection, service, and spiritual friendship.
Our practice is guided by Venerable SooSeong, an ordained Zen monk in the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism. Under his guidance, we cultivate mindfulness, compassion, ethical living, inner stability, and direct insight into the nature of suffering and awakening.
Bodhicitta means “Awakening Heart.”
It is the sincere aspiration to awaken wisdom and compassion for the benefit of all beings.
This is a place for true Buddhist practice.
We are not here only to relax, feel better, or learn meditation as a technique. We are here to walk the path of transformation. We practice to reduce suffering at its root, soften self-centeredness, train the mind, open the heart, and bring the Dharma into daily life.
Beginners are welcome. Experienced practitioners are welcome. Anyone sincerely interested in meditation, Buddhism, compassion, wisdom, and awakening is welcome.
Our gatherings include weekly Buddhist services, meditation classes, Dharma reflection, chanting, community practice, and opportunities for service and outreach.
As this community grows, we’ll use this Meetup page to share upcoming services, meditation classes, Dharma events, community updates, and ways to practice together.
All are welcome here.
You can learn more about Bodhicitta Sangha here:
https://www.bodhicitta.us
You can learn more about Venerable SooSeong here:
https://www.bodhicitta.us/teacher
May this Sangha become a refuge for all who seek peace of mind, clarity, compassion, and the path of awakening.
Upcoming events
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Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation with Venerable SooSeong
Nyack Library, 59 S. Broadway, Nyack, NY, USA clear, welcoming introduction to mindfulness meditation for everyday life.
Join Bodhicitta Sangha at Nyack Library for a beginner-friendly evening of mindfulness meditation led by Venerable SooSeong, a meditation teacher, retired U.S. Army officer, combat veteran, certified executive coach, and Buddhist Chaplain at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point.
This session is designed for people who are new to meditation, curious about mindfulness, or looking for a steady practice that can support calm, focus, resilience, and self-awareness.
The evening will include simple instruction, guided seated meditation, walking meditation, and practical guidance on how to bring mindfulness into daily life. No prior meditation experience is needed, and no religious background or belief is required.What to expect:
- A practical introduction to mindfulness meditation
- Guided seated meditation
- Walking meditation
- Simple tools for stress reduction, focus, and emotional steadiness
- Time for questions and reflection
Seating: Chairs will be available. If you prefer to sit on the floor, you are welcome to bring your own meditation cushion.
What to bring: Comfortable clothing and an open mind.
All are welcome.
Learn More:
You can learn more about Bodhicitta Sangha here:
https://www.bodhicitta.us
You can learn more about Venerable SooSeong here:
https://www.bodhicitta.us/teacher1 attendeeMeditation for Peace: A Community Gathering for Compassion and Loving-Kindness
Location not specified yetMeditation for Peace is a free community gathering for anyone who wishes to come together in meditation, prayer, and shared intention for world peace.
We are living through a chaotic and uncertain time. Many people feel the weight of conflict, division, fear, suffering, and instability in the world. This gathering is an opportunity to come together as a community and combine our prayers, our positive energy, and our sincere wish for peace.
The effort to bring peace into the world begins within. By calming the mind, opening the heart, and finding inner peace, we become better able to offer peace to others.
This event will be led by Venerable SooSeong, a Zen Buddhist monk and meditation teacher. Although led by a Buddhist teacher, the gathering itself is secular, non-denominational, and fully inclusive. People of all faiths, backgrounds, ethnicities, ages, and walks of life are warmly welcome.
Together, we will practice mindfulness meditation and loving-kindness meditation as a form of prayer and collective dedication. Through silence, presence, love, and compassion, we will join our hearts and minds to emanate powerful positive energy for the world.
Our prayers and meditation will be dedicated to world peace, safety for all beings, healing for those who are suffering, joy in our communities, compassion for others, and support for those in need.
Participants are invited to bring their own meditation cushion, mat, blanket, or anything comfortable to sit on. Chairs will be available for those who prefer or need seated support.
## Event Flow
- Participant arrival and quiet settling
- Welcome and opening intention
- Brief introduction to the purpose of Meditation for Peace
- Guided mindfulness meditation for inner peace
- Loving-kindness meditation for all beings
- Collective prayer and dedication for world peace
- Closing reflection and dedication of merit
No prior meditation experience is needed. Come as you are.
You can learn more about Bodhicitta Sangha here:
https://www.bodhicitta.us
You can learn more about Venerable SooSeong here:
https://www.bodhicitta.us/teacher1 attendee
Past events
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