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October 2018
Meditation instruction, Zazen and Dharma talk by Rev. Taigen Dan Leighton
An event every week that begins at 8:30am on Sunday, repeating until November 3, 2019
Sunday mornings begin with meditation instruction at 8:45 am * for people without prior Buddhist meditation experience or for those who wish to become familiar with our temple style of practice. The 9:30 am Zen meditation and 10:15 am Dharma talk are always open to the public even when there is a special meditation event. After the dharma and discussion, there is the option to participate in a brief period of temple cleaning (soji) followed by informal tea and socializing. ** Please note that there will be no meditation instruction, temple cleaning or tea on Sundays when we have special sittings. Consult the calendar for details.
Find out more »Zen Meditation and Dharma talk by Rev. Taigen Dan Leighton
An event every week that begins at 7:00pm on Monday, repeating until January 6, 2020
Monday evenings we sit one thirty-five minute period of zen meditation (zazen) and then conduct a brief service in the Soto Zen style which includes the chanting of traditional Zen texts. A Dharma talk and group discussion are followed by informal social tea and treats.
Find out more »Meditation and Recovery
An event every week that begins at 7:15pm on Tuesday, repeating until January 7, 2020
This weekly Meditation and Recovery meeting will feature sitting and discussion to assist those in recovery from addictive substances and behavior patterns. Everyone is Welcome, regardless of prior experience in meditation. For more information contact Angie via . No pre-registration required. Any donation welcome.
Find out more »Morning Zazen
An event every week that begins at 7:00am on Wednesday, repeating until January 8, 2020
Early morning Zazen 7 am, door opens 6:45 am, followed by optional short service with chanting.
Find out more »Hyde Park Zen Group @ Rockefeller Chapel – Dharma talk by Kathy Bingham
This group meets most* Wednesday afternoons in Rockefeller Chapel in the heart of the University of Chicago campus. *Please check our calendar regarding meetings as there are occasional cancellations due to the Academic Calendar of the University of Chicago and special events at Rockefeller Chapel.
Find out more »Full Moon Bodhisattva Ceremony
Traditional monthly repentance ceremony with melodic chanting invoking buddhas and bodhisattvas, led by Ancient Dragon Zen priests. Co-sponsored by Ancient Dragon Zen Gate and HealthKick Kung Fu.
Find out more »Beginner’s Mind: Zazen and Discussion of Suzuki Roshi Teachings
An event every week that begins at 7:00pm on Thursday, repeating until January 8, 2020
Beginning and experienced Zen practitioners meet for Zen meditation and exploration of the Beginner's Mind through reading and discussion of teachings by Shunryu Suzuki-roshi.
Find out more »Daylong Meditation Retreat with Rev. Eishin Nancy Easton
All-day Zen meditation retreat begins with orientation at 7:30 am and ends at 5:30 pm. Rev. Eishin Nancy Easton will give the Dharma Talk and will be available for individual practice discussion. Oryoki-style lunch is included.
Find out more »Zazen and Dharma talk by Rev. Eishin Nancy Easton
Shortened program today: 9:30 am Zen meditation and 10:15 am Dharma talk are open to the public during sesshin . ** Please note that there will be no meditation instruction, temple cleaning or tea today due to sesshin.
Find out more »Zen Meditation and Dharma talk by Rev. Taigen Dan Leighton
An event every week that begins at 7:00pm on Monday, repeating until January 6, 2020
Monday evenings we sit one thirty-five minute period of zen meditation (zazen) and then conduct a brief service in the Soto Zen style which includes the chanting of traditional Zen texts. A Dharma talk and group discussion are followed by informal social tea and treats.
Find out more »Meditation and Recovery
An event every week that begins at 7:15pm on Tuesday, repeating until January 7, 2020
This weekly Meditation and Recovery meeting will feature sitting and discussion to assist those in recovery from addictive substances and behavior patterns. Everyone is Welcome, regardless of prior experience in meditation. For more information contact Angie via . No pre-registration required. Any donation welcome.
Find out more »Morning Zazen
An event every week that begins at 7:00am on Wednesday, repeating until January 8, 2020
Early morning Zazen 7 am, door opens 6:45 am, followed by optional short service with chanting.
Find out more »Hyde Park Zen Group @ Rockefeller Chapel – Dharma talk by Brian Taylor
This group meets most* Wednesday afternoons in Rockefeller Chapel in the heart of the University of Chicago campus. *Please check our calendar regarding meetings as there are occasional cancellations due to the Academic Calendar of the University of Chicago and special events at Rockefeller Chapel.
Find out more »November 2018
Beginner’s Mind: Zazen and Discussion of Suzuki Roshi Teachings
An event every week that begins at 7:00pm on Thursday, repeating until January 8, 2020
Beginning and experienced Zen practitioners meet for Zen meditation and exploration of the Beginner's Mind through reading and discussion of teachings by Shunryu Suzuki-roshi.
Find out more »Meditation instruction, Zazen, and Segaki Ceremony
Today our morning program will include a Children's event and our special annual Segaki Ceremony for feeding Hungry Ghosts. Meditation Instruction and zazen will occur as usual.
Find out more »Zen Meditation and Dharma talk by Rev. Taigen Dan Leighton
An event every week that begins at 7:00pm on Monday, repeating until January 6, 2020
Monday evenings we sit one thirty-five minute period of zen meditation (zazen) and then conduct a brief service in the Soto Zen style which includes the chanting of traditional Zen texts. A Dharma talk and group discussion are followed by informal social tea and treats.
Find out more »Meditation and Recovery
An event every week that begins at 7:15pm on Tuesday, repeating until January 7, 2020
This weekly Meditation and Recovery meeting will feature sitting and discussion to assist those in recovery from addictive substances and behavior patterns. Everyone is Welcome, regardless of prior experience in meditation. For more information contact Angie via . No pre-registration required. Any donation welcome.
Find out more »Morning Zazen
An event every week that begins at 7:00am on Wednesday, repeating until January 8, 2020
Early morning Zazen 7 am, door opens 6:45 am, followed by optional short service with chanting.
Find out more »Hyde Park Zen Group @ Rockefeller Chapel – Dharma talk by Howard Ruan
This group meets most* Wednesday afternoons in Rockefeller Chapel in the heart of the University of Chicago campus. *Please check our calendar regarding meetings as there are occasional cancellations due to the Academic Calendar of the University of Chicago and special events at Rockefeller Chapel.
Find out more »Beginner’s Mind: Zazen and Discussion of Suzuki Roshi Teachings
An event every week that begins at 7:00pm on Thursday, repeating until January 8, 2020
Beginning and experienced Zen practitioners meet for Zen meditation and exploration of the Beginner's Mind through reading and discussion of teachings by Shunryu Suzuki-roshi.
Find out more »