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Dependent Origination
This week we are birthing the Buddha, as we contemplate dependent origination and no-self.
Expounding the Diamond Sutra
“The sun, the stars, the trees, the rivers are already teaching us the Diamond Sutra” -208 Kongans – Original Light Temple
Foundational Pillars of Zen
Great Faith, Great Courage, Great Question. Upcoming Buddha’s Birthday Retreat, what are we celebrating?
Great Love – Great Sadness is our original teacher
This Dharma Talk was recorded on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 while I was on my way home from visiting my mother who was in the last days of her life. She died that Friday, April 23, 2021.
Bodhidharma’s approach to Zen
What is Ordinary Zen? What happens at Ordinary Zen Sangha? What is the goal of Ordinary Zen?
Don’t Know Mind
Facing your fears, focus on breath, Zen training…
Zen Is True Intimacy
In this week’s Dharma talk we explore how true intimacy is realized.
Sunday Morning – Practice Session
Ordinary Zen Sangha Practice Sessions OZS is secular in its approach, no experience is necessary, and all are welcome. We practice at our Zendo Sunday mornings at 10:00 am. We chant the Heart Sutra, practice sitting meditation for 25 minutes, walking meditation for 5 minutes, and another sitting meditation for 25 minutes, followed by a Dharma talk and discussion during which Tea is served. There is no set fee to participate, however, a donation will help defray our costs and […]
Wednesday Evening – Practice Session
Ordinary Zen Sangha Practice Sessions OZS is secular in its approach, no experience is necessary, and all are welcome. We practice at our Zendo Wednesday Evening at 7:00 pm. We chant the Heart Sutra, practice sitting meditation for 25 minutes, walking meditation for 5 minutes, and another sitting meditation for 25 minutes, followed by a Dharma talk and discussion during which Tea is served. There is no set fee to participate, however, a donation will help defray our costs and […]