July 21, 2020
RZC News Stream
A full list of news and events, starting with the most recent.
Events
July 19, 2020
Giving to the Center
Donations from our members and friends comprise the lion’s share of the Center’s annual budget, which supports daily sittings, retreats, podcasts, publications, and more. You can now donate to the Center through PayPal using a credit card, and you have the choice of paying in one lump sum or by a recurring monthly payment,…
July 17, 2020
Introduction to Zen: Meditation Workshop
Workshops at the Center: a practical introduction to Zen Seven times a year the Rochester Zen Center offers a full-day introductory workshop taught by the Abbot, Roshi Bodhin Kjolhede (pronounced “coal-heed”), and his senior students. Because beginning in Zen isn’t as simple as deciding to attend a new church on Sunday, the introductory workshop is aimed…
July 17, 2020
How to Fight Racial Injustice Without Hating
An Online Evening With Dharma Teacher, Valerie Brown Wednesday, October 21, 2020 6:30 – 8:30 pm via Zoom Hosted by Blooming Lilac Sangha; Dharma Refuge; and the Rochester Zen Center. “How to Fight Racial and Social Injustice Without Hating” Many of us are compelled to stand up for racial and social justice as the events…
July 16, 2020
Black Lives Matter Book Discussion
In August, the Seeing Through Racism group is starting a series of Zoom discussions around Ruth King’s Mindful of Race: Transforming Racism From the Inside Out. We’ve chosen this book because it’s a rare combination of a Black Buddhist teacher writing about both meditation and anti-racist activism with expertise, compassion, and practicality.
July 14, 2020
Online Extended Sitting and Teisho
On Sunday, January 24, we’ll hold our next extended sitting, using Zoom. Also, during the 8:30 to 10:30 block of sitting, Roshi will give Teisho. Private Instruction will be offered during the late-morning zazen block. If you’re interested or have questions about Private Instruction, email Trueman (trueman@rzc.org) to arrange an appointment and discuss format (FaceTime,…
July 12, 2020
Finding Your Seat
Although Zen practice is simple and direct, it’s not easy, and getting the habit of daily sitting established can be difficult. Between Introductory Workshops, the Center offers a series of Saturday sessions that aim to help with that. Anyone who’s attended a Workshop, whether you’ve become a member yet or not, is welcome. Sessions are…
July 10, 2020
Practice in the Pandemic
For the foreseeable future, the Center won’t be able to hold indoor sittings or events, but there are still a number of ways you can join with others and deepen your practice. When in doubt about what’s happening when, check the online calendar. Get yourself on the Center’s email list We typically send out one…
July 31, 2019
Temple Night & Jukai
Temple Night – Friday, November 29 During Temple Night, we transform the Buddha Hall into a space for free-form devotions and sitting meditation, buoyed by exquisitely appointed altars bathed in soft light. Beginning around 7:00 pm, you’re invited to join in our twice-a-year informal sitting in the Buddha Hall (right behind 5 Arnold Park). All are…
July 21, 2019
Family Program
Welcome! The family program at the Rochester Zen Center is rooted in the belief that Zen practice can be integrated with family life. We welcome the children and families of all Zen Center members, no matter what their spiritual backgrounds. We work to create opportunities for children and parents to engage in regularly scheduled activities…