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Ozarks Dharma Community

We are a thriving meditation group in Springfield MO, sharing Buddhist teachings in a practical way. We are a diverse group of practitioners and we welcome all.

https://www.ozarksdharma.org Our mission is to present a modern view of Buddhist ideas, to encourage and support meditation practice, and to develop a community of people who aspire to live in the world with kindness and wisdom. Visit our website for complete information about our organization and all that we offer: https://www.ozarksdharma.org

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New and experienced meditators are welcome to

attend our weekly meditation groups. You will find us to be a friendly and easygoing group. Come join us! We meet Saturday 9-10:15am, and Thursday 7-8:30pm

Meetings begin promptly at the start time. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to find a seat and settle in. There is no cost. Meetings consist of a period of sitting meditation, and typically group discussion about meditation practice or a Buddhist topic. We have cushions, mats, blankets and chairs available to use, or you're welcome to bring your own meditation setup. Sitting on the floor is optional. Several of us sit in chairs. MEETING LOCATION:
National Avenue Christian Church
1515 S. National Ave, Springfield MO. Park behind the church, off Portland St, and enter through the "Gallery" door. Walk all the way back.

02/16/2026

ODC is hosting a day-long meditation retreat at National Avenue Christian Church!

Join us for our next silent, structured meditation retreat. It’s an opportunity to settle into a retreat container and explore our meditation practice at a deeper level amidst the sounds of city life. It may be a new experience of growth for your practice or a refresh if you frequently attend retreats.

The retreat is suitable for all levels of practitioners of Buddhism or any spiritual tradition, including secular and non-Buddhist.

Date: Saturday, February 28, 2026
Time: 11 am - 4:45 pm
Location: National Avenue Christian Church
Cost: We joyfully offer this retreat at no cost. Donations are graciously accepted and appreciated.
Registration: Required in advance via Google form.

To register, learn more about the retreat, and view the day's schedule please visit the following page https://www.ozarksdharma.org/meditation-events/retreats

11/26/2025

Join us on Thanksgiving Day tomorrow, 11/27, at 9:00 am, on Zoom for a gratitude-centered gathering. We will reflect and practice Metta meditation together.

Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/2258180988

Meeting ID 225 818 0988

10/29/2025

Join us for our next silent, structured meditation retreat. It’s an opportunity to settle into a retreat container and explore our meditation practice at a deeper level amidst the sounds of city life. It can be a growing experience for your practice or a tune-up for "retreat-heads".

The retreat is suitable for all levels of practitioners of Buddhism or any spiritual tradition, including secular and non-Buddhist.

Date: Saturday, November 15, 2025
Time: 11 am - 4:45 pm
Location: National Avenue Christian Church
Cost: We joyfully offer this retreat at no cost. Donations are graciously accepted and appreciated.
Registration: Required in advance. To register, learn more about the retreat, and view the day's schedule please visit the following page https://www.ozarksdharma.org/meditation-events/retreats

10/21/2025

Interested in meditation but not sure where to begin? Or maybe you’ve tried one approach that didn’t quite fit?

Join Ozarks Dharma Community for a free four-week meditation workshop open to both beginners and experienced meditators. You will explore six styles of meditation: Concentration, Mindfulness, Heartfulness, Embodiment, Inquiry, and Awareness, with focused practice in four of them (Concentration, Mindfulness, Heartfulness, and Embodiment).

Each weekly session includes guided meditation, discussion, and practical tips for building a steady practice.

Dates:
October 30
November 6
November 13
November 20

Time: 7:00 PM
Location: National Avenue Christian Church

All are welcome to take part in this learning opportunity. To find out more information, please visit: https://www.ozarksdharma.org/meditation-events/courses

07/07/2025

Join us again for our next day-long silent meditation retreat!

Date: Saturday, July 26, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 4:45 PM

Join us as we sit, walk, rest, and reconnect with ourselves and one another. This offering is open to all who have some meditation experience. There is no cost to attend, and donations are appreciated.

✨ Registration is required. We’d love to have you with us! To learn more and sign up, please visit this page: https://www.ozarksdharma.org/meditation-events/retreats

06/19/2025

Join us tonight at 7pm for our first evening of the Buddhism & Women course!

This course explores how women are portrayed in ancient Buddhist texts and what those portrayals reveal about women’s experiences in Buddhism today. We will focus on the “Therigatha,” early poems by Buddhist women, using C. Hallisey’s “Poems of the First Buddhist Women,” and also examine other figures like Visakha to consider gender roles in the tradition. We hope to see you all there!

For more information, please visit the page here: www.ozarksdharma.org/meditation-events/courses

06/05/2025

Tonight’s meditation (Thursday, June 5) and Saturday morning’s meditation (June 7) will be held in the sanctuary at NACC.
Please note this is a room change from our usual location at NACC.

Feel free to message us with any questions. We look forward to seeing you soon!

06/03/2025

UPDATED: Our new dates for this course are June 19, June 26 and July 3

Join us for our next Thursday evening course:

Buddhism and Women

Time: 7 to 8:30 PM

This course explores how women are portrayed in ancient Buddhist texts and what those portrayals reveal about women’s experiences in Buddhism today. We will focus on the “Therigatha,” early poems by Buddhist women, using C. Hallisey’s “Poems of the First Buddhist Women,” and also examine other figures like Visakha to consider gender roles in the tradition. We hope to see you all there!

For more information, please visit the page here: https://www.ozarksdharma.org/meditation-events/courses

04/08/2025

Join us for our next day-long silent meditation retreat!

Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 4:45 PM

We’ll sit, walk, rest, and reconnect—with nature, community, and ourselves.
Open to all with some meditation experience. Free to attend; donations welcome.

✨ Registration is required. We hope to see you there! For more information and where to register, please visit this page https://www.ozarksdharma.org/meditation-events/retreats

03/02/2025

Join us this Thursday, March 6th from 7 PM - 8:30 PM, for a special talk with Khenpo Sherab Sangpo, a monk who started the Bodhicitta Sangha in the Minneapolis area.

Khenpo has a podcast (BodhiHeart Podcast) and he has agreed to meet with us to talk about a topic at the heart of Lojong. Bodhicitta, or mind (citta) of awakening (bodhi), is the basis for the Bodhisattva path.

Khenpo will meet with us virtually until about 8 PM. You can find more information about both in person and virtual options to join here!

https://www.ozarksdharma.org/meditation-events/other-events

02/25/2025

Join ODC and other local faith organizations for the Ozarks Festival of Faiths this Saturday, March 1 from 2 -5 pm at University Heights Baptist Church! This event is a celebration and effort to bring people of all faith groups in our community together around our shared values. There will be faith exhibits, performances, and interactive experiences! We hope to see you there!

02/20/2025

Due to the current weather, we will not be meeting this evening for our typical Thursday evening meditation. We shall see you all Saturday morning. Hope you are staying warm!

Address

1515 S National Avenue
Springfield, MO
65804

Website

http://www.ozarksdharma.org/

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