THIS WEEK: "Returning to the Ground of Being" 3-day Sesshin - Join Us On Site or Online

THIS WEEK: "Returning to the Ground of Being" 3-Day Sesshin

Sesshin, literally “to touch the Mind,” is a period of time set aside for an intensive meditation retreat to let go of the conditioned self and resume our original nature. This special time of practice will allow us to dive into the core of Zen training. A silent meditation intensive to still the mind from moment to moment, manifesting the realization of the Way; for beginners as well as experienced practitioners. A rigorous schedule that begins at 5:00 am includes 11 periods of meditation, chanting, mindful work, and a Dharma Talk. Days end at 9pm. (View Schedule)

Attending On Site ($85–160/night): Jun 08, 6:00 PM PDT – Jun 11, 4:00 PM PDT Retreat begins Thursday, June 8 at 6pm and ends Sunday, June 11 at 4pm. Check-in between 5:00 and 6:00pm on Thursday. This 3-day retreat includes a 6pm Thursday informal dinner and an overnight stay. Oryoki instructions will follow the dinner at 6:40pm.   Attending Online ($120): Jun 08, 7:30 PM PDT – Jun 11, 4:00 PM PDT

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Day Practice Option ($85/day On Site | $40/day Online): Available without overnight stay at any length per day. Register via event calendar on the day(s) you can attend.

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UPCOMING: Samu & Lunch for Pergola Project

Upon completing our new Ando Path project, we will begin building a new pergola in front of the Sangha House kitchen. Our sangha member Margaret Saiten (西天) Tighe has kindly designed the new structure for gathering under shade when spring/summer temperatures rise. We invite you to join us for this modest construction project. No nails will be used at all but only screws and bolts for assembly. Anyone comfortable using wrenches or screw guns on a ladder is well-qualified for lending us a helping hand with this project. Please sign up at your earliest convenience and join us for this uplifting, non-arising event.   I Will Come Help!

Work Shifts: Morning (9am–12 noon) and/or afternoon (1:30–3:30pm) shifts What to Bring: A pair of work gloves if you have them, but we have gloves available. Lunch: Informal vegetarian lunch will be served at noon.   No professional construction experience necessary. RSVP to offer your hands of compassion!

Calling for Volunteers for Pergola Project

In order to continue to offer these programs and ensure the future of SMZC, we are asking for your support. Your donation is tax deductible. Sonoma Mountain Zen Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Tax ID #23-7304793

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