Welcome to Lotus Heart Zen
Meditation and Study Group
This small social club gathers to meditate, explore different forms of meditation, and study the Buddha dharma and related philosophies while providing an open and affirming place where people can come together as a community that encourages a life of mindfulness, personal awakening, and helping others.
The Lotus Heart Zen Meditation and study group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, all religions, all races, all genders, all sexual orientations, all walks of life, and all experience levels.
The Lotus Heart Zen Meditation and study group welcomes individuals from all backgrounds, all religions, all races, all genders, all sexual orientations, all walks of life, and all experience levels.
The purpose of this social club is to:
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Our club is established on the foundation of ahiṃsā
(dynamic non-harming compassion): Ahiṃsā Paramo Dharma Ahiṃsā is the highest Dharma, Ahiṃsā is the highest self-control, Ahiṃsā is the greatest gift, Ahiṃsā is the best practice, Ahiṃsā is the highest sacrifice, Ahiṃsā is the finest strength, Ahiṃsā is the greatest friend, Ahiṃsā is the greatest happiness, Ahiṃsā is the highest truth, and Ahiṃsā is the greatest teaching. |
PLEASE NOTE: The temple has dogs and birds in it--for those with allergies, be aware that we practice with dogs and often puppies in the dharma room.
LOTUS HEART ZEN MEDITATION AND STUDY GROUP IS OPEN TO
ACTIVE MEMBERS AND BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
To become a member please visit the membership page.
October Calendar
First Three Sundays of the Month:
Sunday Practice (temple & online) 9:00 am - Chanting practice 9:45 am - Break 10: 00 am - Discussion Noon - End
On the final Sunday of the Month:Invocation of the Buddha & Bodhisattvas
a monthly memorial meditation held on the last Sunday of each month (temple & online) 9:00 am - Monthly Memorial Service 10:00 am - Moon Temple/Buddhist Discussion Group Video link: https://meet.google.com/yvk-tdhr-keu
Moon Temple
(temple & online) Buddhist Women's Discussion Group Immediately following Invocation of the Buddha & Bodhisattvas on the last Sunday of the month A gathering space for women to discuss practice and Buddhism from a woman's perspective. (please contact Rev. Anjin for details) |
Discussion Text:
Online Group Meditation Practice
Wednesdays at 7pm Online meetings begin with a short teaching, followed by a short guided meditation, and ending with a period of silent sitting meditation. To join the meditation group please use the following options: https://meet.google.com/xmo-epea-xxi Online meetings are free (monetary gifts appreciated) |