Gathering: January 17, 2007

Being the third Wednesday of the month, we recited the Five Mindfulness Trainings. Here is an excerpt for your contemplation:

The Third Mindfulness Training

Aware of the suffering caused by sexual misconduct, I am committed to cultivating responsibility and learning ways to protect the safety and integrity of individuals, couples, families, and society. I am determined not to engage in sexual relations without love and a

long-term commitment. To preserve the happiness of myself and others, I am determined to respect my commitments and the commitments of others. I will do everything in my power to protect children from sexual abuse and to prevent couples and families from being broken

by sexual misconduct.