Jon's
first awakening experience at the age of sixteen led
him to spend many years practicing in the Zen and
Vipassana Buddhist traditions. In the late 1980s,
Jon's spiritual trajectory was profoundly altered
when he met Advaita master Jean
Klein, with whom he studied intensively for an
extended period. Jon subsequently spent time with
H.W.L.
Poonja and Robert
Adams, both direct disciples of Ramana
Maharshi.
Jon’s
spiritual development was also greatly aided by his
relationship with
Jon
with Adyashanti
Brother
David Steindl-Rast, a Christian monk who also studied
with several well-known Zen masters and has since been
instrumental in building interfaith networks worldwide.
Jon
with Brother David
After
Jon met Adyashanti
in 2002, his spiritual journey came to fruition, and
subsequently Adya asked Jon to teach.
Jon
expresses deep gratitude to Adya and all his other teachers
for being clear reflections of truth, which allowed
him to find his way.
Clear Water Sangha
Clear Water Sangha
was established to support the teachings of Jon Bernie. Our board of directors and dedicated
volunteers help coordinate a variety of activities including the production of written
publications, management of retreats and events, and updating of this website.
Clear Water Sangha
was registered as a California Nonprofit Corporation in June 2008. The Sangha's application for
federal tax-exempt status is currently pending.
Clear Water Sangha Board of Directors
• Jon Bernie
• Coulter Boeschen
• Dyan Ferguson
• Kenneth Haugan
• Teresa Kennett
• Chris McKenna
