The Way of Clear Mind, Clear Thinking and Clear Action
Our Deepest Condolences
Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim, Shim Gum Do Head Master Mary J. Stackhouse and all in the Shim Gum Do community extend our deepest condolences to Shim Gum Do Italia Head Master Mario Amelio and his family.
Scicchitano Echeropita now rests in Heaven.
Dharma Talk Friday December 7th!
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Did you see your own mind?
It is a busy time of the year. Do you need to clear your mind? Come join our free meditation session and Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim to learn more about clear mind, clear thinking and clear action. Friday December 7th from 5:45 – 7:30 PM
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do following the Dharma Talk.
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Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving!
Dharma Talk Friday October 5th!
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Did you see your own mind?
Fall is here. Do you need to clear your mind? Come join our free meditation session and Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim to learn more about clear mind, clear thinking and clear action. Friday October 5th from 5:45 – 7:30 PM
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do following the Dharma Talk.
Dharma Talk Friday September 7th!
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Did you see your own mind?
Fall is coming. Do you need to clear your mind? Come join our free meditation session and Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim to learn more about clear mind, clear thinking and clear action. Friday September 7th from 5:45 – 7:30 PM
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do following the Dharma Talk.
Shim Gum Do is the way of Clear Mind, Clear Thinking, and Clear Action
Today we remember and honor Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim who passed away five years ago, on March 12, 2021.
Sa Bu Nim, you gave us the great Dharma of Shim Gum Do – the Mind Sword Path – the way of clear mind, clear thinking and clear action. If we are clear; our clarity brings truth and brightness to those around us. The Universal Light of Shim Gum Do’s Dharma continues to shine, spreading out all over our planet and throughout the universe.
Sa Bu Nim, you are always in our hearts and minds.
We are eternally grateful to you for bringing Shim Gum Do to humanity.
Take a break and Clear your Mind!
Meditation and Dharma Talk Friday March 6th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
@ Shim Gwang Sa Mind Light Temple – 203 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for? Take a break from technology and screen time; learn how to quiet your mind and find peace.
Come join us on Friday March 6th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk. All are welcome!
Happy Korean New Year of the Red Horse!
Today, February 17, 2026 is the Korean New Year. It is the year of the Red Horse. This new year symbolizes a transformative, high-energy and powerful year.
A new year is a new beginning. Let’s use this new energy for good luck, good health, success and great love and great compassion. Use Shim Gum Do – the Mind Sword Path to keep clear mind, clear thinking and clear action and achieve your goals!
Take a break and Refresh your mind!
Meditation and Dharma Talk Friday February 6th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
@ Shim Gwang Sa Mind Light Temple – 203 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for? Take a break from technology and screen time; learn how to quiet your mind and find peace.
Come join us on Friday February 6th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk. All are welcome!
(Photo credit Liza Rein January 19, 2026)
Happy 82nd Birthday Sa Bu Nim!
You gave us the Great Dharma of Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, the way of clear mind, clear thinking and clear action.
We will always remember you with great love and great compassion. We especially honor you today, January 8th, 2026, on your 82nd Birthday.
Shim Gum Do is eternal; it lives in all of us, and we continue to pass on Shim Gum Do and your teaching to others; now and into the future. We are eternally grateful to you, Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Won Gwang Chang Sik Kim.
HAPPY 82ND BIRTHDAY SA BU NIM!
Start the New Year Fresh and Clear!
Dharma Talk Friday January 2nd – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
@ Shim Gwang Sa Mind Light Temple – 203 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday January 2nd for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk. All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday December 5th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
@ Shim Gwang Sa Mind Light Temple – 203 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday December 5th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk. All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday November 7th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
@ Shim Gwang Sa Mind Light Temple – 203 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday November 7th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk. All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday October 3rd – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
@ Shim Gwang Sa Mind Light Temple – 203 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday October 3rd for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk. All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday September 5th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday September 5th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk.
All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday August 1st – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday August 1st for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk.
All are welcome!
Happy 51st Anniversary to Sa Bu Nim!
Today is the 51st Anniversary of Sa Bu Nim arriving in the United States of America.
One of the most important days in Sa Bu Nim’s life was June 25, 1974, the day he arrived in the United States of America. He was proud of his Korean heritage and equally proud of becoming a United States Citizen.
Today, let us remember, honor and celebrate and Sa Bu Nim and his legacy. We will always be grateful to Sa Bu Nim for bringing his gift of the Universal Light and Wisdom of Shim Gum Do to us.
We love you Sa Bu Nim!
Dharma Talk Friday June 6th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday June 6th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk.
All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday May 2nd – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday May 2nd for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk.
All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday April 4th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday April 4th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk.
All are welcome!