Sunday Recovery Sangha: Buddhist Step Study - PT

Current meeting time(s): Sunday at 10 AM (In person AND virtual)

This recovery group is specific to the Dharma Bum Temple: “Buddhist Step Study" focuses on one a step a month, January through December, and uses a variety of books to study the traditional 12 Steps as outlined in “Alcoholics Anonymous,” drawing on Buddhism to highlight the similarities in each tradition to enhance the spiritual experience of the participant. The Buddhist Recovery Group is peer-led and open to all people who suffer from any addiction or compulsive behavior and are looking for a comprehensive, transformative path to end their suffering. People who are dealing with alcoholism, drug addiction, sex addiction, eating disorders, gambling, and other compulsive or harmful behaviors are all members of this group. Please join us in-person or via Zoom at the Dharma Bum Temple every Sunday at 10 AM. Take a journey of growth, healing and self-discovery. 

This group will serve the needs of two distinct groups: (1) Those people wishing to participate in a year-long step study, and (2) Those people wishing to join in periodically throughout the year.

Monthly Schedule: 1st Sunday: Introduce a new step (Step 1 = January, Step 2 = February) 2nd & 3rd Sunday’s: Topics will be varied on subjects of Buddhism & Recovery. 4th Sunday: Review of step & step work.

Suggested readings: "Mindfulness and the Twelve Steps" by Therese Jacobs-Stewart, "One Breath at a Time: Buddhism and The 12 Steps" by Kevin Griffin, "Buddhism & The Twelve Steps Workbook" by Kevin Griffin, "Recovering Joy" by Kevin Griffin as well as The Big Book and The 12 & 12.