“When the fundamental nature of things is not recognized, the mind’s essential peace is disturbed to no avail. The Way is perfect, as vast space is perfect, where nothing is lacking, and nothing is in excess.” — Trust in Mind by Seng-ts’an Ordinary Zen Sangha Summer Schedule Saturdays: As summer is officially here, so is the South Florida Heat and Humidity. We tend to avoid the heat and keep our outdoor activities to early morning and evening. One activity that […]
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Morning Meditation Session – Saturday June 13, 2026
A morning of Zen meditation practice from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm, Saturday, June 13, 2026. Join us in person at our Zendo or on Zoom for several sitting and walking meditations, with a break every hour. Tea will be served. Bring your own cushion or use ours. Chairs are also provided. Please RSVP; space is limited to 12 participants at the Zendo (unlimited attendance on Zoom). Please consider joining us at Siesta Beach at 6:30 am for our half-hour […]
The Three Treasures, where are they?
The Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha are the three treasures. How to take refuge.
Nurturing the Buddha Seed Within
How is our practice center different from a Buddhist Temple?
Clean Your Ears – The WAY Is Then Heard
Communication, it’s not what you think! Do you really know your mind?
A Calm Mind
The secret to living the eight-fold path and ending suffering.
Only Go Straight
Why are there Buddhist Precepts?
The Seeking Mind and Uncertainty
Seeking is projecting, the rabbit hole of misinformation.
Habit Energy and Bearing Witness
Why do we act like everything remains the same even as everything is always changing?
OZS Schedule Changes for March and April 2026
Dear friends, Please note that Wednesday, March 11th, will be the last in-person Wednesday practice session at our Zendo until April 15th, and Sunday, March 15th, will be the last in-person Sunday practice session at our Zendo until April 19th, 2026. I will be in Asheville, North Carolina, through April 12th, 2026, and you can join me on Wednesdays and Sundays on Zoom. I look forward to continuing our practice from Asheville on Zoom. Please check the calendar for any changes. […]