Clear Dharma Sangha is an online practice community devoted to deepening spiritual practice and living the Dharma in a rapidly changing world. Together, we meditate, explore contemplative teachings, and engage the personal and collective challenges of our time.

In 2026, we are exploring core themes of the path. We began with The Foundations of the Dharma, an introduction to key principles of the path. We spent spring and summer, cultivating the Brahma Vihāras—practices that support both concentration and liberation.

Beginning in September, we’ll steady and deepen practice with a series on Samatha-Vipassana, known in the West as Insight Meditation.

Come listen deeply, steady your heart, and walk the path together.

This summer, we are exploring the Brahmavihāras—kindness, compassion, appreciative joy, and equanimity—four deeply freeing, innate capacities of the heart. These practices cultivate embodied care and connection, supporting how we relate to ourselves, others, and the wider world.

The Brahmavihāras serve multiple roles on the path: they steady and unify the mind, open the heart in ways that support wise action, and liberate the mind from ill-will, fear, and separation. In a time of great uncertainty and division, they offer a way to remain grounded without closing off, and to stay connected without becoming overwhelmed.

You are welcome to join CDS at any time and participate live or through recordings.

Foundations of the Dharma is an eight-session course originally taught live through Clear Dharma Sangha, offering a clear and practical introduction to the core principles of the Buddhist path. Designed for both new and experienced practitioners, it explores themes such as Refuge, Right View, Intention, and Mindfulness as living principles.

If you’re newer to CDS—or simply looking to reconnect with the fundamentals—we warmly encourage you to move through the course at your own pace. It offers a strong orientation to Oren’s approach to Dharma practice and a shared language for walking the path with honesty, care, and courage.

As a member of Clear Dharma Sangha, you receive complimentary access to the full course as part of your membership.

What is Contemplative Practice?

While meditation is central to our sessions, contemplative practice extends far beyond formal meditation. It involves cultivating awareness in how we relate to ourselves, engage with others, and respond to the complexities of the world around us. The aim is to meet life more fully—with presence, wisdom, and care.

The tone of our sessions

Each session is relaxed, warm, and supportive. We begin with a guided meditation, followed by a Dharma reflection and interactive Q&A with Oren. These exchanges explore nuances of the teachings and offer practical guidance.

What You Can Expect

Participants often report greater steadiness, emotional resilience, clarity, and connection in their relationships and daily life. Many find that the teachings support both their meditation and how they relate to family, work, community, and the wider world.

Who is This For?

Clear Dharma Sangha welcomes anyone drawn to exploring the intersection of spiritual practice, daily life, and social change. Whether you’re new to meditation or have years of experience, you’ll find a supportive environment for practice and inquiry. Beginners receive accessible guidance, while more experienced practitioners can discover new layers of depth. We welcome folks of all backgrounds, identities, and faiths.

What Makes This Community Special?

Clear Dharma Sangha is more than a weekly meditation group—it is an ongoing practice community rooted in care and sincere inquiry. Together, we explore how contemplative practice can support both personal transformation and wise engagement with the world.

This sangha offers a space for honest reflection, learning, and steady practice alongside others walking the path.