Clear Dharma Sangha
An online practice community with Oren Jay Sofer
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 through structured teachings and ongoing practice. We began the year with The Foundations of the Dharma, an eight-week introduction to key principles of the path. In May and June, we turn toward cultivating of the heart through the Brahma Vihāras—practices that support both concentration and liberation.
Come listen deeply, steady your heart, and walk the path together.
Program Overview:
- What: An online practice community integrating the Buddhist path into contemporary life.
- Weekly Rhythm: Wednesdays, 4:00–5:30 pm PT, plus first & third Saturdays, 8:00–9:00 am PT (with Asst. Teacher Lily Huang).
- Session Format: Guided meditation, Dharma talk, and interactive Q&A.
- Who: Open to all — no prior experience required.
- Resources: Full audio library, session recordings, plus access to Foundations of the Dharma.
- Participation: Join live as your schedule allows—or practice with recordings at your own pace.
- Cost: Community-supported sliding scale (standard membership: $40/month).
Freeing the Heart:
The Four Sublime Homes, May – June 2026
In May and June, 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:
Free Access When You Join
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.
Get two months free, full access to the audio library, session recordings, and Foundations of the Dharma.
