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Twice a year, the sangha has an opportunity to hear from our governing bodies and to ask questions and give feedback. In the spring, the forum is sponsored by the… Read more »
Feel caught by a sense of isolation or anxiety? Want to develop your ability to relate to others and your own self with more warmth and authenticity? This 2-hr workshop… Read more »
Is life a little much sometimes? Do you find yourself saying things you wish you wouldn’t? Want to recover your sense of ease and joy? This 2-hr workshop teaches a… Read more »
The Three Robes Sesshin is focused on ‘right effort’ in practice. ‘Right’ effort is different for each of us. The Buddha said that members of the original sangha could wear… Read more »
The Dharma Council meets once a month on Thursdays. The Dharma Council primarily focuses on how the teachings of the Dharma are presented at Dharma Rain. Members are welcome to… Read more »
The Board of Directors meets at least monthly. If you have concerns you wish the Board to address, please contact the Board ahead of the meeting; they will send you… Read more »
If you are searching for stillness through the practice of meditation, please join us for a day of silent, contemplative practice. This retreat is in the style of Soto Zen… Read more »
Eric was a Vajrayana teacher in Portland who led the Waking Peacock Sangha for many years. He was a close friend of many at Dharma Rain. You can read his… Read more »
Fusatsu acknowledges the truth of suffering and allows us to confess a shortcoming before the altar. We atone for the beginningless greed, hate, and delusion, renew our practice vows, and… Read more »
This four-hour Zazenkai provides a welcoming space especially designed for those who feel the need for less rigorous form and yet want to do serious Zen practice. The schedule includes… Read more »
Tuesday through Saturday (with some exceptions) during Spring Ango (March 1 through May 31) we host a midday sit. There is a posture adjustment bell at noon, and closing bells… Read more »
This advanced study group will examine the first ten fascicles of Dogen’s Shobogenzo. Each week, a different member will lead the group discussion. If you would like to join this… Read more »
Like Fall Term Student, this program consists of three (3) one-day retreats, March 30, April 20, and May 18. It is open for members who have done term student in… Read more »
This Wednesday evening class series will be studying sutras. The Active Dharma Rain Teachers will be presenting some of their favorite teachings from the sutras, so there will be a… Read more »
This 8-week series explores koans. Koans are brief exchanges that reveal an aspect of enlightening activity. If you’ve ever wondered what these mysterious stories are, why they are useful, how… Read more »
Dharma Rain Zen Center facilitates a monthly support group primarily for prison grads making the transition into life “outside.” This group meets the first Sunday of each month. The group… Read more »