We begin with Parinirvana Ceremony, which commemorates the final passing into Nirvana of Shakyamuni Buddha.  Bring white socks or tabi; ordained, shinigi. The ceremony is followed by two periods of zazen and then temple caretaking. Around 12:30 p.m. we’ll gather in the Forman House for a potluck lunch before Dharma Study at 1 p.m. If … Continued

Led by Shinge Roshi, Dharma Study is offered in-person and online via Zoom.  Please click here for more information. <!-- Join Dharma Study on Zoom --> Join Via Zoom Meeting ID: 919 1101 6889 | Passcode: 333999

Two periods of seated meditation (zazen); 45 minutes each, starting at 6 a.m. and again at 7 a.m. Join Via Zoom  Meeting ID: 742 716 369 | Passcode: 444630

The Heart Sutra, translated from the Tibetan by Domo Geshe Rinpoche, will be read by Andy Hassinger, followed by unstructured silent sitting. You may adjust your position or do walking meditation on your own in the foyer or outside; you may stay for the entire two-hour period or leave when you need to do so, … Continued

Two periods of seated meditation (zazen); 45 minutes each, starting at 6 a.m. and again at 7 a.m. Join Via Zoom  Meeting ID: 742 716 369 | Passcode: 444630

Short morning service, zazen, ending with Metta Sutta chanting. Join Via Zoom Meeting ID: 622 175 686 | Passcode: 049393

Prepare your mind and body before the 6 p.m. sitting on Tuesdays. This class is based on Aikido and Tai Chi principles. All are welcome; no prior experience is necessary. The class is offered by Kuushu Damir Jamsek, one of the Zen Center’s Dharma Teachers, who is also a martial arts master in Aikido and … Continued

Two periods of zazen and walking meditation. Join Via Zoom | Meeting ID: 742 716 369 | Passcode: 444630

Two periods of seated meditation (zazen); 45 minutes each, starting at 6 a.m. and again at 7 a.m. Join Via Zoom  Meeting ID: 742 716 369 | Passcode: 444630

Introductory instruction in Zen meditation, followed by meditation and an informal discussion, offered via Zoom. NOTE: Registration for each Wednesday class is required, no later than the Sunday night before. Send your name, confirming the class date, to: lauren@laurenann.net. If you miss the Sunday night deadline, we look forward to receiving your registration for any … Continued

Two periods of seated meditation (zazen); 45 minutes each, starting at 6 a.m. and again at 7 a.m. Join Via Zoom  Meeting ID: 742 716 369 | Passcode: 444630

Zazen and instruction for first-time visitors and anyone new to meditation.  Arrive at the front door of the Forman House (main building) by 5:50 pm. After a short chanting ceremony in the Zendo, Shinge Roshi  will offer dokusan (private interviews) to her students and Jika-shi Lauren Melnikow will offer individual guidance to newcomers who have … Continued

Two periods of seated meditation (zazen); 45 minutes each, starting at 6 a.m. and again at 7 a.m. Join Via Zoom  Meeting ID: 742 716 369 | Passcode: 444630

Two periods of seated meditation (zazen); 45 minutes each, starting at 6 a.m. and again at 7 a.m. Join Via Zoom  Meeting ID: 742 716 369 | Passcode: 444630