Emphasizing a broad, user-friendly approach to Soto Zen, the meeting includes a twenty minute meditation, a short, personal reflection by a Sangha member, and discussion. Brown Bag Zen accentuates Zen practice and personal Dharma in ordinary life.
Direct Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 597 085 0569
Passcode: 195454
Through talks, discussions and meditation, we will investigate the many points of convergence between the 12-steps and the teaching and practice of Buddhism. Meditation can be a powerful tool in relapse prevention and can become a “positive addiction” that provides a healthy alternative to addictive behaviors.
Fee: By donation
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
Updated offerings for Tuesday evening’s meditation and programing will include kinhin (walking meditation) and regular service. As in the past, Tuesday evening will continue on Zoom. Please join us.
Schedule:
Zazen: 6:30 to 7:05 p.m.
Kinhin: 7:05 to 7:10 p.m.
Service: 7:10 to 7:20 p.m.
Discussion: 7:25 to 7:45 p.m.
Questions: 7:45 p.m.
End of evening: 8:00 p.m.
Donation or dana direct to MBZC. Any donation amount, as affordable.
“Here is the place; here the way unfolds.” — Eihei Dogen Zenji
The hour begins with a 30-minute meditation, followed by a quotation or poem and open discussion. All are welcome, come as you are, Zen practitioner or not. We simply gather together for a while...quiet and still in the middle of it all...look into a reading...and go on our way.
In-person only
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
Emphasizing a broad, user-friendly approach to Soto Zen, the meeting includes a twenty minute meditation, a short, personal reflection by a Sangha member, and discussion. Brown Bag Zen accentuates Zen practice and personal Dharma in ordinary life.
Direct Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 597 085 0569
Passcode: 195454
Through talks, discussions and meditation, we will investigate the many points of convergence between the 12-steps and the teaching and practice of Buddhism. Meditation can be a powerful tool in relapse prevention and can become a “positive addiction” that provides a healthy alternative to addictive behaviors.
Fee: By donation
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
The hour begins with a 30-minute meditation, followed by a quotation or poem and open discussion. All are welcome, come as you are, Zen practitioner or not. We simply gather together for a while...quiet and still in the middle of it all...look into a reading...and go on our way.
In-person only
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
Emphasizing a broad, user-friendly approach to Soto Zen, the meeting includes a twenty minute meditation, a short, personal reflection by a Sangha member, and discussion. Brown Bag Zen accentuates Zen practice and personal Dharma in ordinary life.
Direct Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 597 085 0569
Passcode: 195454
Through talks, discussions and meditation, we will investigate the many points of convergence between the 12-steps and the teaching and practice of Buddhism. Meditation can be a powerful tool in relapse prevention and can become a “positive addiction” that provides a healthy alternative to addictive behaviors.
Fee: By donation
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
The hour begins with a 30-minute meditation, followed by a quotation or poem and open discussion. All are welcome, come as you are, Zen practitioner or not. We simply gather together for a while...quiet and still in the middle of it all...look into a reading...and go on our way.
In-person only
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
Emphasizing a broad, user-friendly approach to Soto Zen, the meeting includes a twenty minute meditation, a short, personal reflection by a Sangha member, and discussion. Brown Bag Zen accentuates Zen practice and personal Dharma in ordinary life.
Direct Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 597 085 0569
Passcode: 195454
Through talks, discussions and meditation, we will investigate the many points of convergence between the 12-steps and the teaching and practice of Buddhism. Meditation can be a powerful tool in relapse prevention and can become a “positive addiction” that provides a healthy alternative to addictive behaviors.
Fee: By donation
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
The hour begins with a 30-minute meditation, followed by a quotation or poem and open discussion. All are welcome, come as you are, Zen practitioner or not. We simply gather together for a while...quiet and still in the middle of it all...look into a reading...and go on our way.
In-person only
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
Emphasizing a broad, user-friendly approach to Soto Zen, the meeting includes a twenty minute meditation, a short, personal reflection by a Sangha member, and discussion. Brown Bag Zen accentuates Zen practice and personal Dharma in ordinary life.
Direct Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 597 085 0569
Passcode: 195454
Through talks, discussions and meditation, we will investigate the many points of convergence between the 12-steps and the teaching and practice of Buddhism. Meditation can be a powerful tool in relapse prevention and can become a “positive addiction” that provides a healthy alternative to addictive behaviors.
Fee: By donation
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
Emphasizing a broad, user-friendly approach to Soto Zen, the meeting includes a twenty minute meditation, a short, personal reflection by a Sangha member, and discussion. Brown Bag Zen accentuates Zen practice and personal Dharma in ordinary life.
Direct Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 597 085 0569
Passcode: 195454
Through talks, discussions and meditation, we will investigate the many points of convergence between the 12-steps and the teaching and practice of Buddhism. Meditation can be a powerful tool in relapse prevention and can become a “positive addiction” that provides a healthy alternative to addictive behaviors.
Fee: By donation
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
Led by Diane Wells and offered every 3rd Thursday of each month after morning zazen at 8:15 am.
All are welcome
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
The hour begins with a 30-minute meditation, followed by a quotation or poem and open discussion. All are welcome, come as you are, Zen practitioner or not. We simply gather together for a while...quiet and still in the middle of it all...look into a reading...and go on our way.
In-person only
Updated offerings for Tuesday evening’s meditation and programing will include kinhin (walking meditation) and regular service. As in the past, Tuesday evening will continue on Zoom. Please join us.
Schedule:
Zazen: 6:30 to 7:05 p.m.
Kinhin: 7:05 to 7:10 p.m.
Service: 7:10 to 7:20 p.m.
Discussion: 7:25 to 7:45 p.m.
Questions: 7:45 p.m.
End of evening: 8:00 p.m.
Donation or dana direct to MBZC. Any donation amount, as affordable.
“Here is the place; here the way unfolds.” — Eihei Dogen Zenji
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
Through talks, discussions and meditation, we will investigate the many points of convergence between the 12-steps and the teaching and practice of Buddhism. Meditation can be a powerful tool in relapse prevention and can become a “positive addiction” that provides a healthy alternative to addictive behaviors.
Fee: By donation
Emphasizing a broad, user-friendly approach to Soto Zen, the meeting includes a twenty minute meditation, a short, personal reflection by a Sangha member, and discussion. Brown Bag Zen accentuates Zen practice and personal Dharma in ordinary life.
Direct Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 597 085 0569
Passcode: 195454
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
The hour begins with a 30-minute meditation, followed by a quotation or poem and open discussion. All are welcome, come as you are, Zen practitioner or not. We simply gather together for a while...quiet and still in the middle of it all...look into a reading...and go on our way.
In-person only
Updated offerings for Tuesday evening’s meditation and programing will include kinhin (walking meditation) and regular service. As in the past, Tuesday evening will continue on Zoom. Please join us.
Schedule:
Zazen: 6:30 to 7:05 p.m.
Kinhin: 7:05 to 7:10 p.m.
Service: 7:10 to 7:20 p.m.
Discussion: 7:25 to 7:45 p.m.
Questions: 7:45 p.m.
End of evening: 8:00 p.m.
Donation or dana direct to MBZC. Any donation amount, as affordable.
“Here is the place; here the way unfolds.” — Eihei Dogen Zenji
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
Through talks, discussions and meditation, we will investigate the many points of convergence between the 12-steps and the teaching and practice of Buddhism. Meditation can be a powerful tool in relapse prevention and can become a “positive addiction” that provides a healthy alternative to addictive behaviors.
Fee: By donation
Emphasizing a broad, user-friendly approach to Soto Zen, the meeting includes a twenty minute meditation, a short, personal reflection by a Sangha member, and discussion. Brown Bag Zen accentuates Zen practice and personal Dharma in ordinary life.
Direct Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 597 085 0569
Passcode: 195454
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
The hour begins with a 30-minute meditation, followed by a quotation or poem and open discussion. All are welcome, come as you are, Zen practitioner or not. We simply gather together for a while...quiet and still in the middle of it all...look into a reading...and go on our way.
In-person only
Updated offerings for Tuesday evening’s meditation and programing will include kinhin (walking meditation) and regular service. As in the past, Tuesday evening will continue on Zoom. Please join us.
Schedule:
Zazen: 6:30 to 7:05 p.m.
Kinhin: 7:05 to 7:10 p.m.
Service: 7:10 to 7:20 p.m.
Discussion: 7:25 to 7:45 p.m.
Questions: 7:45 p.m.
End of evening: 8:00 p.m.
Donation or dana direct to MBZC. Any donation amount, as affordable.
“Here is the place; here the way unfolds.” — Eihei Dogen Zenji
Zazen instruction will be held at the Carl Cherry Center only in-person. All are welcome.
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
Making peace with conflict and embracing emotions as portals of transformation.
Led by Patricia Wolff
Click here for more details.
Through talks, discussions and meditation, we will investigate the many points of convergence between the 12-steps and the teaching and practice of Buddhism. Meditation can be a powerful tool in relapse prevention and can become a “positive addiction” that provides a healthy alternative to addictive behaviors.
Fee: By donation
Emphasizing a broad, user-friendly approach to Soto Zen, the meeting includes a twenty minute meditation, a short, personal reflection by a Sangha member, and discussion. Brown Bag Zen accentuates Zen practice and personal Dharma in ordinary life.
Direct Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 597 085 0569
Passcode: 195454
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
The hour begins with a 30-minute meditation, followed by a quotation or poem and open discussion. All are welcome, come as you are, Zen practitioner or not. We simply gather together for a while...quiet and still in the middle of it all...look into a reading...and go on our way.
In-person only
Ceremonial ritual of the Hungry Ghosts in Soto Zen Tradition.
In the blue sea where
cormorants and hungry ghosts have already swum — Kaneko Tōhta
Everyone welcome. Costumes and noise makers encouraged but not required.
Follows regular Tuesday evening zazen at 6:30 PM.
Updated offerings for Tuesday evening’s meditation and programing will include kinhin (walking meditation) and regular service. As in the past, Tuesday evening will continue on Zoom. Please join us.
Schedule:
Zazen: 6:30 to 7:05 p.m.
Kinhin: 7:05 to 7:10 p.m.
Service: 7:10 to 7:20 p.m.
Discussion: 7:25 to 7:45 p.m.
Questions: 7:45 p.m.
End of evening: 8:00 p.m.
Donation or dana direct to MBZC. Any donation amount, as affordable.
“Here is the place; here the way unfolds.” — Eihei Dogen Zenji
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting
Through talks, discussions and meditation, we will investigate the many points of convergence between the 12-steps and the teaching and practice of Buddhism. Meditation can be a powerful tool in relapse prevention and can become a “positive addiction” that provides a healthy alternative to addictive behaviors.
Fee: By donation
Emphasizing a broad, user-friendly approach to Soto Zen, the meeting includes a twenty minute meditation, a short, personal reflection by a Sangha member, and discussion. Brown Bag Zen accentuates Zen practice and personal Dharma in ordinary life.
Direct Zoom Link
Meeting ID: 597 085 0569
Passcode: 195454
7:15-7:55 Sitting
7:50-8:30 Chanting