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When: August 3, 2017 @ 6:00 am – 7:15 am
Where: Sodo, 8500 Northeast Siskiyou Street, Portland, OR 97220, USA

During the AZTA conference, we offer open morning zazen from 6 to 7am, followed by a chanting service. All are welcome. 6:00-6:25 Zazen 6:25-6:35 Kinhin 6:35-7:00 Zazen 7:00 Short Morning Service 7:30 Informal breakfast, open to… Read more »

When: April 16, 2017 @ 10:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Where: Sodo, 8500 NE Siskiyou St, Portland, OR 97220, USA

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 Dharma Council, giving updates on… Read more »

When: July 8, 2017 @ 5:00 am – 5:00 pm
Where: Sodo, 8500 Northeast Siskiyou Street, Portland, OR 97220, USA

If you are searching for stillness through the practice of meditation, please join us for a day of silent, contemplative practice. This retreat will be in the style of Soto Zen Buddhism, though meditators from… Read more »

When: April 28, 2017 @ 4:00 pm – April 29, 2017 @ 9:00 pm
Where: Sodo, 8500 NE Siskiyou St, Portland, OR 97220, USA

Would you like a new way to look at stuck places and access transformation? You’ve experienced the benefits of meditation practice. You are grateful for the groundedness and mental clarity it brings you. With this… Read more »

When: May 13, 2017 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Where: Sodo, 8500 NE Siskiyou St, Portland, OR 97220, USA

Creative writing and spiritual practice require several common elements: curiosity, trust, courage, a sense of humor—and a sense of the invisible. Writing from a spiritual perspective is a way to use language to express our… Read more »

When: May 27, 2017 @ 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Where: Sodo, 8500 NE Siskiyou St, Portland, OR 97220, USA

Morning session A brief history of Chinese calligraphy and development of the five styles The differences between Chinese and Japanese calligraphy A demonstration and discussion of materials and techniques Afternoon session An introduction to calligraphy… Read more »

When: May 20, 2017 @ 5:00 am – 5:00 pm
Where: Sodo, 8500 Northeast Siskiyou Street, Portland, OR 97220, USA

If you are searching for stillness through the practice of meditation, please join us for a day of silent, contemplative practice. This retreat will be in the style of Soto Zen Buddhism, though meditators from… Read more »

When: April 6, 2017 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Where: Sodo, 8500 Northeast Siskiyou Street, Portland, OR 97220, USA

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 »

When: April 22, 2017 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Where: Sodo, 8500 Northeast Siskiyou Street, Portland, OR 97220, USA

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 »

When: April 7, 2017 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Sodo, 8500 Northeast Siskiyou Street, Portland, OR 97220, USA

In this public ceremony, several students will each make a formal commitment to the student/teacher relationship and receive a rakusu and a Dharma name. All are invited to witness this important step in the life… Read more »

When: September 5, 2017 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Sodo, 8500 Northeast Siskiyou Street, Portland, OR 97220, USA

In this public ceremony, several students will each make a formal commitment to the student/teacher relationship and receive a rakusu and a Dharma name. All are invited to witness this important step in the life… Read more »

When: March 11, 2017 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Where: Siskiyou House, 3105 NE 84th Ave, Portland, OR 97220, USA

“V for Vendetta” is a 2005 dystopian political thriller film directed by James McTeigue and written by The Wachowski Brothers, based on the 1988 DC/Vertigo Comics limited series of the same name by Alan Moore… Read more »

When: March 21, 2017 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Where: Uji, 8500 NE Siskiyou St, Portland, OR 97220, USA

One Tuesday evening a month, Genko hosts a sewing workshop for those in the process of sewing, or who are interested in learning how to make temple items or sewing Zen clothing. Genko also sews… Read more »

When: April 8, 2017 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Where: Sodo, 8500 NE Siskiyou St, Portland, OR 97220, USA

This workshop will focus on key teachings from Yogacara: how to live a live of engaged compassion by cultivating mindfulness of emotions and interdependence. The workshop will involve meditation, teachings, and dialogue. We will explore… Read more »

When: March 18, 2017 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Where: Uji (Office & Preschool building), 8500 NE Siskiyou St, Portland, OR 97220, USA

Four Goals of Gracious Parenting ● Phrasing in the Positive ● Offering Choice ● Having Age-Appropriate, Specific Expectations ● Engaging, Instructing and Redirecting Rather Than Punishing Learn about these four simple, do-able tools to use… Read more »

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