Melissa’s Weekly Sunday Online Meditation Class
Join us every Sunday at 9:00 AM for a quiet morning of practice in the serene beauty of our Benedict Canyon Retreat House.
In this supportive and intimate setting, we gather in the protected natural sanctuary of the canyon — a rare place of deep quiet and presence nestled in the hills of Los Angeles.
Each session includes:
Guided meditation
A dharma talk exploring classical Buddhist teachings and their application to daily life
Time for questions and discussion
This is a practice-oriented group rooted in deep Buddhist tradition. All are welcome, whether you are new to meditation or have a long-standing practice.
Dana (Offering):
All donations from this class go directly to InsightLA to support the care and stewardship of the Benedict Canyon Retreat House. There is no teacher split — every gift helps secure and sustain this precious sanctuary for the community.
Current Schedule Note:
This class will resume again July 26th through Insight LA and will be offered both online and in person.
How to Join:
https://insightla.org/event/hybrid-in-person-canyon-sanctuary-sundays/2026-07-26-09-00/
I look forward to practicing together and supporting one another on this journey toward greater peace and understanding
Silent Sits
Peer-led silent meditation sessions—a quiet, open space for meditation and personal practice.
These daily sits are completely silent: no guided instructions, no dharma talks, no sharing or discussion—just sitting together in practice.
Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 7:00–8:00 AM Pacific Time
(You are welcome to stay for the full hour or leave whenever feels right—no need to stay the entire time.)
All are welcome—beginners, long-time practitioners, and everyone in between. No registration needed; simply drop in as you are.
Zoom Link (same each time):
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86976552683?pwd=RW9EVVc0R2kwcnRFNnZ4Szg5MFNEdz09 Passcode: 231244
May these silent mornings bring supportive conditions, ease, clarity, and connection to your practice.