Who says my poems are poems? My poems are not poems. When you know that my poems are not poems, Then we can speak of poetry! — Ryokan, Zen monk & poet (1758-1831) All are invited to participate in a monthly night of poetry in the City Center Bookstore. Facilitated by Kevin Starbard and Christopher ...
One in five children in the U.S. lives in low-income households, and many lack consistent access to essentials. Schools report that students often miss class or avoid participation simply because ...
A monk asked Ummon, "What is the teaching of a whole lifetime?" Ummon replied, "An appropriate response." —Blue Cliff Record, Case 14 - Responding appropriately to the demands of life ...
Sunday, November 1, 10 am–12 pm PT - A monk asked Ummon, "What is the teaching of a whole lifetime?" Ummon replied, "An appropriate response." —Blue Cliff Record, Case 14 ...
Sunday, November 8, 9:30 am–4:30 pm, in the Wheelwright Center - To be you is enough, you know... – Shunryu Suzuki Roshi - Anxiety and our aversion to it are ...
Jizo Bodhisattva is the fearless guardian with deep vow to enter all hell realms to help. They are unwavering in their steadfast resolve and compassionate presence. The Jizo Peace Project arose as a response to the great tragedy in Gaza and Israel. The project's intention is to honor the children who have perished since October ...
Saturday, November 14, 1–4 pm PT - In this afternoon workshop, we will gather together for meditation, drawing, exploration, and play. Many studies illuminate the calming and restorative effects of meditative drawing, and its positive effects on brain health and well-being. We'll start with exercises to enjoy the meditative movement of pen or pencil on ...
Join the SFZC Outreach Team in distributing socks and other helpful items during Socks for our Neighbors. Socks will be unpacked and organized into care kits. We will sit together and set our intention, followed by tea and cookies. Those who choose to do so will be paired with a buddy and head out to ...
Wednesday, Nov 18, 4 pm–Sunday, Nov 22, 11 am - In this class on intuitive painting, the invitation is to be mindful as you paint—to paint for the experience, not ...
Sunday, November 29, 9:00 am–5:00 pm, in the Yurt - The hungry ghost is a powerful Buddhist metaphor for insatiable hunger of any kind: physical, emotional, or mental. As people inclined to addictive behaviors, we have experienced ourselves (and perhaps still do) as always wanting more, needing more. Through the wise nourishment of our ...
The Huayan Study Sesshin at Green Gulch Farm with Guo Gu offers a unique, intensive opportunity to study and explore through embodied practice the powerful and transformative teachings of Huayan Buddhism. At the very center of Chinese Mahayana Buddhism lies the luminous philosophical tradition of Huayan—a treasure trove of profound wisdom that has shaped the ...
Sesshin, meaning "to gather, collect, and convey the mind-heart," is a traditional Soto Zen meditation retreat that includes formal zendo meals, Dharma talks, sitting and walking meditation, and private interviews with senior teachers. In order to understand the nature of our formal retreats, and to be clear about the details of the practice, please review ...
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