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SUMMARY:Three-Day Sesshin\, City Center 11/5–11/7
DESCRIPTION:This page is for the in-person at City Center sesshin. If you want to attend the online version\, register for the Three-Day Sesshin\, Online 11/5–11/7. \nSesshins are traditional Soto Zen meditation retreats that include formal zendo meals\, Dharma talks\, sitting and walking meditation\, and private interviews with senior teachers.  \nIn order to understand the nature of our formal retreats\, and to be clear about the details of the practice\, please review a typical sesshin schedule\, as well as our guidelines for zendo conduct We ask that those who attend sesshin commit to following these guidelines and to participating in the schedule completely. If you have questions regarding the schedule or guidelines\, please consult with the head of the meditation hall\, the Ino\, via email (ccino@sfzc.org) before completing your registration. \nWe will be using the traditional Zen form of oryoki for eating breakfast and lunch in the zendo. While meals are included as part of the sesshin\, you will need an oryoki set to participate. You may either borrow informal bowls\, bring your own set\, purchase one ($100)\, or rent a set for the day. If needed\, the formal oryoki meal can be substituted with silent meals in the dining room. \nPrerequisitesAll participants are asked to have at least participated in one SFZC half-day sitting and one-day sitting\, attended Zazen Instruction and Zendo Forms Instruction at City Center\, and have received training in oryoki or commit to participating in the Oryoki Training on the evening before the Three Day Sit at 5:00 pm in the City Center dining room. \nIf you have any questions regarding the schedule\, guidelines\, or your eligibility for the Three-Day Sitting\, please consult with the head of the meditation hall (ino) at ccino@sfzc.org  before completing your registration. \nThis sesshin is included with the 2026 Fall Practice Period at City Center\, but is open to registration by those not participating in the practice period. If you already registered for the practice period as a resident\, there is no need to register for this sesshin. \nIf you are not a practice period residential student and are interested in staying at City Center for sesshin\, please look for the housing option when you register. Housing is dependent on availability. Prices depend on the type of room chosen. \nThe registration deadline is October 30.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/three-day-sesshin-city-center-11-5-11-7/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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SUMMARY:Three-Day Sesshin\, Online 11/5–11/7
DESCRIPTION:This page is for ONLINE sesshin registration. If you want to sit in-person at City Center please register for the Three-Day Sesshin\, City Center 11/5-11/7. \nSesshins are traditional Soto Zen meditation retreats that include Dharma talks\, sitting and walking meditation\, and the opportunity for group practice discussion sessions. \nThis sesshin will be offered through the Online Practice Center and will be geared towards supporting those who are participating at home. In addition to sitting and walking meditation and online morning\, noon\, and evening service\, there will be Dharma talks each morning. \nWe ask those who attend sesshin to commit to participating in the schedule as completely as possible. If you have questions regarding the schedule\, please consult with the director of the Online Practice Center via email (dan.gudgel@sfzc.org) before completing your registration. \nThis three-day online sesshin is included with the 2026 City Center Fall Practice Period\, Online/Commuter\, but is open to registration by those not participating in the practice period. If you already registered for the practice period there is no need to register for the online sesshin. \nThe registration deadline is November 4.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/three-day-sesshin-online-11-5-11-7/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T054000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T180000
DTSTAMP:20260925T000458Z
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SUMMARY:Saturday One-Day Sitting\, Online 11/7
DESCRIPTION:This page is for the ONLINE sesshin registration. If you want to sit in-person at City Center\, register for the Saturday One-Day Sitting\, City Center 11/7. \nOne-day sittings offer traditional Soto Zen all-day meditation practice. We ask those who join one-day sittings to commit to participating in the complete schedule. (View a sample schedule). \nThis online one-day sitting is part of 2026 Fall Practice Period at City Center\, Online/Commuter and is included as part of that practice period–if you’ve signed up for that\, there’s no need to sign up here. \nThe final version of the schedule will be available and information about participating in this sitting online will be provided to those who have registered. \nRegister by midnight on Friday\, November 4.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/saturday-one-day-sitting-online-11-7/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T180000
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SUMMARY:Saturday One-Day Sitting\, CC 11/7
DESCRIPTION:This page is for in-person at City Center sesshin registration. If you want to join online\, register for the Saturday One-Day Sitting\, Online 11/7. \nOne-day sittings offer traditional Soto Zen all-day meditation practice. In order to understand the nature of our formal retreats and to be clear about the details of the practice\, please review a typical one-day sitting schedule. We ask those who attend one-day sittings to commit to participating in the complete schedule. \nWe will be using the traditional Zen form of oryoki for eating some of our meals in the zendo. While meals are included as part of the one-day sitting\, you will need an oryoki set to participate. You may either bring your own set\, purchase one ($100)\, or rent a set for the day ($10). \nPrerequisitesAll One-Day participants are asked to have at least participated in one SFZC half-day sitting\, attended Zazen Instruction and Zendo Forms Instruction at City Center\, and have received training in oryoki or commit to participating in the Oryoki Training on the evening before the One-Day Sit at 5:00 pm in the City Center dining room. \nIf you have any questions regarding the schedule\, guidelines\, or your eligibility for the One-Day Sitting\, please consult with the head of the meditation hall (ino) at ccino@sfzc.org before completing your registration. \nThis sesshin is included with the 2026 Fall Practice Period at City Center\, but is open to registration by those not participating in the practice period. If you already registered for the practice period as a resident\, there is no need to register for this sesshin. \nThe registration deadline is October 30. \nComplete the registration form
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/saturday-one-day-sitting-cc-11-7/
CATEGORIES:Sitting Meditation & Sesshins
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DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T130000
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SUMMARY:Saturday Sangha
DESCRIPTION:Weekly meeting: Saturdays\, 8:50 am – 1:00 pm. \nSaturday Sangha is for anyone who joins the zazen schedule during the weekdays and/or on Saturday. Within the container of traditional forms\, members of this group participate in doanryo training\, temple care and kitchen practice\, and study. \nDuring the week\, participation includes zazen with the invitation to join the doanryo. On Saturdays\, the Saturday Sangha group bows in together in the courtyard at 8:50 am. The Saturday schedule typically ends at 1:00 pm\, and includes zazen\, a Dharma talk\, tea and cookies\, and study with a teacher.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/saturday-sangha/2026-11-07/
CATEGORIES:Practice Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T110000
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SUMMARY:The Noble Eightfold Path\, Online 11/7–11/14
DESCRIPTION:The Zoom link to participate in this event will be provided at least 24 hours before it begins. Please call 415-354-0360 if you have any questions. \n\nTwo Saturdays\, November 7 and 14\, 9:00–11:00 am PT  \n\n“Now this\, monks\, is the noble truth of the way leading to the cessation of suffering: it is this Noble Eightfold Path.” — Buddha \n\nThe heart of Buddha’s teaching is expressed in the Four Noble Truths and the practical application of this teaching is found in the Noble Eightfold Path. The Noble Eightfold Path is what brings the Four Noble Truths to life.  \nAt times of great uncertainty\, anxiety and confusion\, including the unfolding of this election season in our country\, the Noble Eightfold Path can guide us to experience in our own lives the purpose of the Buddha’s teachings: liberation from suffering. \nOften referred to as Buddha’s medicine\, the path consists of eight “wise” elements: wise view\, intention\, speech\, action\, livelihood\, effort\, mindfulness\, and concentration. To journey through all eight components of the Noble Path is to travel toward a life of understanding (prajna/wisdom)\, skillfulness (sila/ethics) and insightful concentration (samadhi/meditation). \nTogether we’ll explore the meaning of each element of the Noble Eightfold Path\, learning how to apply them to our daily lives and practice so that we might embody this Path for the benefit of all beings—ourselves and others. We will pay special attention to the personal\, societal\, and global challenges we are currently experiencing\, highlighting the practical application of this ancient wisdom. \nMaterials will be sent out in advance of each class. While purchase is not necessary\, the teachers will reference the following books\, in addition to other resources: \n\nThe Heart of Buddha’s Teaching by Thich Nhat Hanh\nNoble Truths\, Noble Path: The Heart Essence of the Buddha’s Original Teachings by Bhikkhu Bodhi\n\nPlease join Diane and Cynthia in this study of Buddha’s essential\, timeless teaching. \nRecordings:All course sessions will be recorded\, and registered participants will receive temporary access to the recordings for later viewing.
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/the-noble-eightfold-path-online-11-7-11-14/2026-11-07/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Extended Courses
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SUMMARY:Saturday 10:00 am Dharma Talk & Livestream: Abbot Tenzen David Zimmerman\, CC 11/7
DESCRIPTION:Dharma talks by Zen teachers are a traditional method of transmitting the heart and understanding of Buddha’s Way. Everyone is welcome to attend. All public dharma talks are held in the Buddha Hall. \n\nNOTE: Preceding the Dharma talk\, from 10 – 10:15\, there is a 15-minute period of gathering and settling to allow everyone to sign in on time and be prepared for the talk to begin. \nTo join the Dharma Talk using Zoom:\nMeeting ID: 264-616-8381Passcode: 805991 \nBy phone:+1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose)+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)+1 646 876 9923 US (New York)Find your local number
URL:https://www.sfzc.org/event/saturday-1000-am-dharma-talk-livestream-abbot-tenzen-david-zimmerman-cc-11-7/
CATEGORIES:Dharma Talks
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