Sangha Schedule
Calendar of Events
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2 events,
Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen Dan Leighton
Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen Dan Leighton
Dharma talk by Taigen Dan Leighton Sunday Morning Public Program at Lincoln Square Zendo and in our online Zendo via ZOOM. 9:30 am: Zen Meditation (zazen), 10:15 am: Dharma Talk. Instructions for Lincoln Square Zendo and COVID Policy
Temple Cleaning
Temple Cleaning
Extended work period/temple cleaning in preparation for our five-day Rohatsu sesshin, in-person at our Lincoln Square Zendo. All are welcome to attend - the cleaning will follow our normal Sunday morning program.
2 events,
Monday Morning Online Zazen with Douglas Floyd
Monday Morning Online Zazen with Douglas Floyd
Monday morning online sitting with Douglas Floyd. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am - 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
Bodhisattva Precept Remembrance Ceremony
Bodhisattva Precept Remembrance Ceremony
Monthly Bodhisattva Precept Remembrance Ceremony This month's ceremony will be a part of our normal Monday evening program and will be offered hybrid, in-person and in our Online Zendo. 7:00 Arrivals/Han begins 7:15 Zazen 7:45 Bodhisattva Precept Remembrance Ceremony
2 events,
Tuesday Morning Online Zazen with David Wray
Tuesday Morning Online Zazen with David Wray
Tuesday morning online sitting with David Wray. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am – 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
Meditation and Recovery Online
Meditation and Recovery Online
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 Reuben via info@ancientdragon.org. No pre-registration required. Any donation welcome.
1 event,
Wednesday Morning Online Zazen with Gerrie Griffin
Wednesday Morning Online Zazen with Gerrie Griffin
Wednesday morning online sitting with Gerrie Griffin. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am – 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
1 event,
Thursday Morning Online Zazen with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
Thursday Morning Online Zazen with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
Thursday morning online sitting with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 8:00am – 8:30am, followed by brief teaching reflection and check-in. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
2 events,
Meditation in Decolonizing Consciousness
Meditation in Decolonizing Consciousness
Weekly meditation in decolonizing consciousness. 8 AM - zazen 8:30 AM - sharing of reading from a BIPOC author and/or group discussion on anti-racism The service will be led in our Online Zendo by Dylan Toropov, who asks for your help in selecting material for the discussion portion of the service. Please email info@ancientdragon.org if you […]
Flower Ornament Sutra Reading Group
Flower Ornament Sutra Reading Group
This reading group is open to all. We will be reading aloud together the classic expansive and psychedelic Mahayana Buddhist text, Avatamsaka Sutra (Flower Ornament Sutra). A visionary description of awakening realms and bodhisattva activity, the Flower Ornament Sutra has been a cornerstone of Mahayana literature for approximately 2,000 years and is the inspiration for the […]
1 event,
Oryoki Training With Douglas Floyd
Oryoki Training With Douglas Floyd
Oryoki training, led by Douglas Floyd, in preparation for our Rohatsu sesshin starting Wednesday, December 6. No prior experience necessary. You may bring your own set if you have one, otherwise one will be provided. This training will be in-person only at our Lincoln Square zendo. Please also see our Books and Resources page for more oryoki […]
3 events,
Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen Dan Leighton
Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen Dan Leighton
Dharma talk by Taigen Dan Leighton Sunday Morning Public Program at Lincoln Square Zendo and in our online Zendo via ZOOM. 9:30 am: Zen Meditation (zazen), 10:15 am: Dharma Talk. Instructions for Lincoln Square Zendo and COVID Policy
Oryoki Training With Eishin Nancy Easton
Oryoki Training With Eishin Nancy Easton
Oryoki training, led by Eishin Nancy Easton, in preparation for our Rohatsu sesshin starting Wednesday, December 6. No prior experience necessary. You may bring your own set if you have one, otherwise one will be provided. This training will be in-person only at our Lincoln Square zendo. Please also see our Books and Resources page for more […]
Board Meeting
Board Meeting
Meeting of the board of Ancient Dragon Zen Gate. All are welcome to attend in our online zendo.
2 events,
Monday Morning Online Zazen with Douglas Floyd
Monday Morning Online Zazen with Douglas Floyd
Monday morning online sitting with Douglas Floyd. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am - 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
Zen Meditation and Dharma Talk by Ko Carol Laursen: The nature of self-control when there is no-self
Zen Meditation and Dharma Talk by Ko Carol Laursen: The nature of self-control when there is no-self
Dharma talk by Ko Carol Laursen, long-time practitioner and member of the ADZG Board.. Monday Evening Public Program at Lincoln Square Zendo and in our online Zendo via ZOOM. 7:15 pm: Zen Meditation (zazen) 7:45 pm: Dharma Talk Instructions for Lincoln Square Zendo and COVID Policy
2 events,
Tuesday Morning Online Zazen with David Wray
Tuesday Morning Online Zazen with David Wray
Tuesday morning online sitting with David Wray. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am – 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
Meditation and Recovery Online
Meditation and Recovery Online
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 Reuben via info@ancientdragon.org. No pre-registration required. Any donation welcome.
3 events,
Five-Day Rohatsu Sesshin
Five-day Rohatsu sesshin, held in-person at our Lincoln Square Zendo and online in our Online Zendo via ZOOM, led by Taigen Dan Leighton and Hogetsu Laurie Belzer. All are welcome to sign up for one, two, three, four, or all five days of the sitting. Wednesday - Saturday runs from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM […]
CANCELLED – Wednesday Morning Online Zazen with Gerrie Griffin
CANCELLED – Wednesday Morning Online Zazen with Gerrie Griffin
CANCELLED - Wednesday morning sitting this week is cancelled due to our Rohatsu sesshin.
Online Only: Public Rohatsu Zazen and Dharma Talk
Online Only: Public Rohatsu Zazen and Dharma Talk
If you cannot attend our rohatsu sesshin, join us on Wed 12/5/23 through Sat 12/9/23. The sangha is warmly invited to online attendance of Hogetsu’s and Taigen’s dharma talks on the Samadhi of the Treasury of Radiance at 10:15am and/or the preceding period of zazen at 9:30am. Our amended Sunday Morning Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen […]
3 events,
CANCELLED – Thursday Morning Online Zazen with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
CANCELLED – Thursday Morning Online Zazen with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
CANCELLED - This week's sitting is cancelled due to conflict with our Rohatsu sesshin.
Online Only: Public Rohatsu Zazen and Dharma Talk
Online Only: Public Rohatsu Zazen and Dharma Talk
If you cannot attend our rohatsu sesshin, join us on Wed 12/5/23 through Sat 12/9/23. The sangha is warmly invited to online attendance of Hogetsu’s and Taigen’s dharma talks on the Samadhi of the Treasury of Radiance at 10:15am and/or the preceding period of zazen at 9:30am. Our amended Sunday Morning Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen […]
3 events,
CANCELLED – Meditation in Decolonizing Consciousness
CANCELLED – Meditation in Decolonizing Consciousness
CANCELLED - this week's meeting is cancelled due to conflict with our Rohatsu sesshin.
Online Only: Public Rohatsu Zazen and Dharma Talk
Online Only: Public Rohatsu Zazen and Dharma Talk
If you cannot attend our rohatsu sesshin, join us on Wed 12/5/23 through Sat 12/9/23. The sangha is warmly invited to online attendance of Hogetsu’s and Taigen’s dharma talks on the Samadhi of the Treasury of Radiance at 10:15am and/or the preceding period of zazen at 9:30am. Our amended Sunday Morning Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen […]
2 events,
Online Only: Public Rohatsu Zazen and Dharma Talk
Online Only: Public Rohatsu Zazen and Dharma Talk
If you cannot attend our rohatsu sesshin, join us on Wed 12/5/23 through Sat 12/9/23. The sangha is warmly invited to online attendance of Hogetsu’s and Taigen’s dharma talks on the Samadhi of the Treasury of Radiance at 10:15am and/or the preceding period of zazen at 9:30am. Our amended Sunday Morning Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen […]
2 events,
Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen Dan Leighton
Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen Dan Leighton
Dharma talk by Taigen Dan Leighton. Final day of our 5-day Rohatsu sesshin; the morning zazen and dharma talk period is open to the public. Sunday Morning Public Program at Lincoln Square Zendo and in our online Zendo via ZOOM. 9:30 am: Zen Meditation (zazen), 10:15 am: Dharma Talk. Instructions for Lincoln Square Zendo and […]
2 events,
Monday Morning Online Zazen with Douglas Floyd
Monday Morning Online Zazen with Douglas Floyd
Monday morning online sitting with Douglas Floyd. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am - 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
Zen Meditation and Dharma Talk by David Wray – The Taste of Karma: Zazen as Formless Repentance
Zen Meditation and Dharma Talk by David Wray – The Taste of Karma: Zazen as Formless Repentance
Dharma talk by David Wray, ADZG Treasurer. Monday Evening Public Program at Lincoln Square Zendo and in our online Zendo via ZOOM. 7:15 pm: Zen Meditation (zazen) 7:45 pm: Dharma Talk Instructions for Lincoln Square Zendo and COVID Policy
2 events,
Tuesday Morning Online Zazen with David Wray
Tuesday Morning Online Zazen with David Wray
Tuesday morning online sitting with David Wray. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am – 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
Meditation and Recovery Online
Meditation and Recovery Online
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 Reuben via info@ancientdragon.org. No pre-registration required. Any donation welcome.
1 event,
Wednesday Morning Online Zazen with Gerrie Griffin
Wednesday Morning Online Zazen with Gerrie Griffin
Wednesday morning online sitting with Gerrie Griffin. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am – 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
1 event,
Thursday Morning Online Zazen with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
Thursday Morning Online Zazen with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
Thursday morning online sitting with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 8:00am – 8:30am, followed by brief teaching reflection and check-in. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
1 event,
Meditation in Decolonizing Consciousness
Meditation in Decolonizing Consciousness
Weekly meditation in decolonizing consciousness. 8 AM - zazen 8:30 AM - sharing of reading from a BIPOC author and/or group discussion on anti-racism The service will be led in our Online Zendo by Dylan Toropov, who asks for your help in selecting material for the discussion portion of the service. Please email info@ancientdragon.org if you […]
0 events,
1 event,
Zazen and Peace and Metta Service with Well-Being Dedication
Zazen and Peace and Metta Service with Well-Being Dedication
Peace and Metta service with well-being dedication. Sunday Morning Public Program at Lincoln Square Zendo and in our online Zendo via ZOOM. 9:30 am: Zen Meditation (zazen), 10:15 am: Dharma Talk. Instructions for Lincoln Square Zendo and COVID Policy
2 events,
Monday Morning Online Zazen with Douglas Floyd
Monday Morning Online Zazen with Douglas Floyd
Monday morning online sitting with Douglas Floyd. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am - 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
Zen Meditation and Dharma Talk by Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
Zen Meditation and Dharma Talk by Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
Dharma talk by Hogetsu Laurie Belzer. Monday Evening Public Program at Lincoln Square Zendo and in our online Zendo via ZOOM. 7:15 pm: Zen Meditation (zazen) 7:45 pm: Dharma Talk Instructions for Lincoln Square Zendo and COVID Policy
2 events,
Tuesday Morning Online Zazen with David Wray
Tuesday Morning Online Zazen with David Wray
Tuesday morning online sitting with David Wray. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am – 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
Meditation and Recovery Online
Meditation and Recovery Online
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 Reuben via info@ancientdragon.org. No pre-registration required. Any donation welcome.
1 event,
Wednesday Morning Online Zazen with Gerrie Griffin
Wednesday Morning Online Zazen with Gerrie Griffin
Wednesday morning online sitting with Gerrie Griffin. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am – 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
2 events,
Thursday Morning Online Zazen with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
Thursday Morning Online Zazen with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
Thursday morning online sitting with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 8:00am – 8:30am, followed by brief teaching reflection and check-in. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
Nagarjuna Reading Group
Nagarjuna Reading Group
This reading group is open to all. Monthly meetings in the online zendo begin with thirty minutes of zazen, followed by reading aloud together and discussing Nāgarjuna’s The Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way. This intellectually invigorating text by one of the most important thinkers in the history of Buddhism puts forward an early and highly influential […]
1 event,
Meditation in Decolonizing Consciousness
Meditation in Decolonizing Consciousness
Weekly meditation in decolonizing consciousness. 8 AM - zazen 8:30 AM - sharing of reading from a BIPOC author and/or group discussion on anti-racism The service will be led in our Online Zendo by Dylan Toropov, who asks for your help in selecting material for the discussion portion of the service. Please email info@ancientdragon.org if you […]
0 events,
1 event,
CANCELLED – Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen Dan Leighton
CANCELLED – Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen Dan Leighton
CANCELLED - Regular Sunday morning program will be cancelled for Christmas Eve.
2 events,
CANCELLED – Monday Morning Online Zazen with Douglas Floyd
CANCELLED – Monday Morning Online Zazen with Douglas Floyd
CANCELLED - Normal Monday morning program cancelled for Christmas Day.
CANCELLED – Zen Meditation and Dharma Talk by Taigen Dan Leighton
CANCELLED – Zen Meditation and Dharma Talk by Taigen Dan Leighton
CANCELLED - Monday evening program cancelled for Christmas Day.
2 events,
Tuesday Morning Online Zazen with David Wray
Tuesday Morning Online Zazen with David Wray
Tuesday morning online sitting with David Wray. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am – 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
Meditation and Recovery Online
Meditation and Recovery Online
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 Reuben via info@ancientdragon.org. No pre-registration required. Any donation welcome.
2 events,
Wednesday Morning Online Zazen with Gerrie Griffin
Wednesday Morning Online Zazen with Gerrie Griffin
Wednesday morning online sitting with Gerrie Griffin. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am – 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
Bodhisattva Precept Remembrance Ceremony
Bodhisattva Precept Remembrance Ceremony
Monthly Bodhisattva Precept Remembrance Ceremony All are welcome to attend. This offering will be in-person only. 7:15 Arrivals/Han begins 7:30 Zazen 8:00 Bodhisattva Precept Remembrance Ceremony
1 event,
Thursday Morning Online Zazen with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
Thursday Morning Online Zazen with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
Thursday morning online sitting with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 8:00am – 8:30am, followed by brief teaching reflection and check-in. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
1 event,
Meditation in Decolonizing Consciousness
Meditation in Decolonizing Consciousness
Weekly meditation in decolonizing consciousness. 8 AM - zazen 8:30 AM - sharing of reading from a BIPOC author and/or group discussion on anti-racism The service will be led in our Online Zendo by Dylan Toropov, who asks for your help in selecting material for the discussion portion of the service. Please email info@ancientdragon.org if you […]
0 events,
2 events,
CANCELLED – Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen Dan Leighton
CANCELLED – Zazen and Dharma Talk by Taigen Dan Leighton
CANCELLED - Sunday morning program cancelled for New Years Eve evening ceremony.
New Year’s Eve Zazen and Relinquishment Ceremonies
New Year’s Eve Zazen and Relinquishment Ceremonies
Please save the date to ring in the 2024 with temple cleaning, zazen, fire ceremony, 108 bells and midnight noodles! Hybrid Event at ADZG Lincoln Square Zendo and Cloud Zoom Zendo Join anytime - Partial attendance welcome and details are forthcoming.
2 events,
Monday Morning Online Zazen with Douglas Floyd
Monday Morning Online Zazen with Douglas Floyd
Monday morning online sitting with Douglas Floyd. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am - 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
New Year’s Day Welcoming with Zazen and Sangha Brunch
New Year’s Day Welcoming with Zazen and Sangha Brunch
Please save the date to gather on New Year’s Day 2024 at 12:00 pm CST for zazen and chanting, a Hybrid Event at ADZG Lincoln Square Zendo and Cloud Zoom Zendo Followed by in-person, community potluck brunch at the Lincoln Square Zendo at 12:45p Details are forthcoming.
2 events,
Tuesday Morning Online Zazen with David Wray
Tuesday Morning Online Zazen with David Wray
Tuesday morning online sitting with David Wray. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am – 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
Meditation and Recovery Online
Meditation and Recovery Online
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 Reuben via info@ancientdragon.org. No pre-registration required. Any donation welcome.
1 event,
Wednesday Morning Online Zazen with Gerrie Griffin
Wednesday Morning Online Zazen with Gerrie Griffin
Wednesday morning online sitting with Gerrie Griffin. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 7:00am – 7:35am, followed by chanting Heart of Great Perfect Wisdom Sutra and Ecosattva Vows. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
1 event,
Thursday Morning Online Zazen with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
Thursday Morning Online Zazen with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer
Thursday morning online sitting with Hogetsu Laurie Belzer. Sitting will be held in our online Zendo via ZOOM. Zazen is from 8:00am – 8:30am, followed by brief teaching reflection and check-in. See the homepage for instructions and FAQs regarding our online Zendo.
2 events,
Meditation in Decolonizing Consciousness
Meditation in Decolonizing Consciousness
Weekly meditation in decolonizing consciousness. 8 AM - zazen 8:30 AM - sharing of reading from a BIPOC author and/or group discussion on anti-racism The service will be led in our Online Zendo by Dylan Toropov, who asks for your help in selecting material for the discussion portion of the service. Please email info@ancientdragon.org if you […]
Flower Ornament Sutra Reading Group
Flower Ornament Sutra Reading Group
This reading group is open to all. We will be reading aloud together the classic expansive and psychedelic Mahayana Buddhist text, Avatamsaka Sutra (Flower Ornament Sutra). A visionary description of awakening realms and bodhisattva activity, the Flower Ornament Sutra has been a cornerstone of Mahayana literature for approximately 2,000 years and is the inspiration for the […]
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