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Meditation in the Zendo

All welcome at Sunday morning program. Proof of vaccination no longer required, though vaccination is recommended for everyone’s safety. Masks are recommended.

All welcome at Sunday morning program. Proof of vaccination no longer required, though vaccination is recommended for everyone’s safety. Masks are recommended indoors, especially when chanting. Seating in the zendo is now up to 50.

All are welcome at Dharma Rain's Sunday morning program. Check the calendar for details.

Sanzen bell

Wednesday evening classes this fall are on the foundational teachings of Zen Buddhism. Check the calendar for more information.

Wednesday evening classes this fall are on the foundational teachings of Zen Buddhism. Check the calendar for more information.

Wednesday evening classes this fall are on the foundational teachings of Zen Buddhism. Check the calendar for more information.

Residents on the engowa
Sodo exterior

Genzo-e Retreat focuses on a chapter of Dogen's Shobogenzo.
Join us from September 2-6, 2025. Registration will be available soon.

Sejiki Retreat focuses on cleansing karma and releasing attachments to the past, including those who have died. Join us from October 22-26.

Sejiki Retreat focuses on cleansing karma and releasing attachments to the past, including those who have died. Join us from October 22-26.

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Dharma Rain Zen Center

Dharma Rain Zen Center is a Soto Zen Buddhist community dedicated to supporting each other in the practice of meditation and the study of Buddhist teachings. Our shared intention is to cultivate compassion, love, and wisdom in our own lives and in the larger community in which we live.

Online/In Person Events

Nov
12
Wed
5:30 am Ango Morning Program
Ango Morning Program
Nov 12 @ 5:30 am – 7:45 am
During the Fall Ango term (September 1 through December 14), we increase our zazen time by starting zazen an hour earlier. The service is... Read more »
Nov
13
Thu
5:30 am Ango Morning Program
Ango Morning Program
Nov 13 @ 5:30 am – 7:45 am
During the Fall Ango term (September 1 through December 14), we increase our zazen time by starting zazen an hour earlier. The service is... Read more »
Nov
14
Fri
5:30 am Ango Morning Program
Ango Morning Program
Nov 14 @ 5:30 am – 7:45 am
During the Fall Ango term (September 1 through December 14), we increase our zazen time by starting zazen an hour earlier. The service is... Read more »
Nov
16
Sun
8:25 am Sunday Morning Program
Sunday Morning Program
Nov 16 @ 8:25 am – 11:30 am
Sunday Morning Schedule 8:30am Zazen (in-person sanzen only) 9-9:10 Kinhin (slow walking meditation) 9:10 Zazen (sanzen continues) 9:40am Chanting service 10:30am Announcements/Dharma Talk Note:... Read more »
Nov
19
Wed
5:30 am Ango Morning Program
Ango Morning Program
Nov 19 @ 5:30 am – 7:45 am
During the Fall Ango term (September 1 through December 14), we increase our zazen time by starting zazen an hour earlier. The service is... Read more »
Nov
20
Thu
5:30 am Ango Morning Program
Ango Morning Program
Nov 20 @ 5:30 am – 7:45 am
During the Fall Ango term (September 1 through December 14), we increase our zazen time by starting zazen an hour earlier. The service is... Read more »

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