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The Introduction to Zen Meditation workshop is designed for complete beginners, but it is also recommended for anyone who has not received instruction in the Soto Zen style of zazen. No previous experience is necessary.… Read more »
Join sangha members for this two-hour mindfulness hike. We will hike together silently on Powell Butte’s forested and mountain-top meadow trails that feature expansive views on clear days. The hike is a gentle four-mile loop… Read more »
Tuesday through Saturday (with some exceptions) during Fall Ango (September 1 through December 5) we host a midday sit. There is a posture adjustment bell at noon, and closing bells at 12:25pm. It is open… Read more »
The spring term student program follows a theme through three one-day retreats during our Spring Ango. This year, the three dates are March 20, April 24, and May 22. The theme for this spring’s program… Read more »
Dharma Rain Parents Group will meet Thursday evenings, March 11, March 25 and April 8 from 6:30 to 7:30pm to share our experiences and challenges, and discuss practicing at home with our families, especially during… Read more »
To meet our children with wisdom and compassion, it’s important that we take the time to care for ourselves. Please join us for this afternoon of peace and rejuvenation. We will come together for zazen,… Read more »
Dharma School is booting back up for Spring – March 28-May 2, Sundays 10:30-11:30am. The theme for this year is Kanzeon Who Hears the Cries of the World. This theme is relevant now, as we live… Read more »
During winter term we offer morning zazen from 6:30 to 7:30, with a posture adjustment bell at 7am. Short Morning Service follows. Masks required, sign in for contact tracing, sanitize hands. All are welcome. Join… Read more »
Wesak is the festival of Shakyamuni Buddha’s birth. Traditionally, it is a precious time when the entire sangha – adults and kids, parents and those without children – celebrates together. Last year and this year… Read more »
The current shuso, Gary Honei Oshiro, will take his “final exam,” presenting a verse and answering questions from teachers and sangha members. Come help “prod the loaf” to see whether he’s done. This will take… Read more »
On the fourth Sunday of each month there will be a sutra study group. Each time it meets a different sutra will be discussed. There is no fee and open to all. Description and link… Read more »
During this Zazenkai Dharma Rain will be using the guidelines given to us by the Health and Safety Committee. The number of people is limited to 25. We are now able to serve breakfast and… Read more »
Each summer we take a week to study a fascicle of Dogen’s Shobogenzo. The focus of sesshin is sustaining practice during an intensive period, acting out our Buddhahood in the meditation, disciplines and rituals of a… 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 will help you access compassion in… 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 attend meetings and bring issues… Read more »