Socially Engaged Buddhism Cohort
When:
April 23, 2026 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
2026-04-23T18:30:00-07:00
2026-04-23T20:00:00-07:00
Where:
Uji East (Library)
8500 NE Siskiyou St
Portland, OR 97220
USA
8500 NE Siskiyou St
Portland, OR 97220
USA
Contact:
Hogetsu
The Socially Engaged Buddhism Cohort holds its second meeting to explore ways in which Buddhist practice can inform social engagement, and in which social engagement can be Buddhist practice, with the intention of bringing us together in support for one another other and opening channels of communication. Contact Hogetsu at above email address.
Upcoming Events
May
7
Thu
all-day
Emerging Sangha Leaders Training
Emerging Sangha Leaders Training
May 7 – May 17 all-day
Emerging Sangha Leadership Training is an interactive residential retreat for developing the many qualities an effective sangha leader needs. Participants will improve their ability to navigate institutional and social challenges... Read more »
May
13
Wed
5:30 am
Ango Morning Program
Ango Morning Program
May 13 @ 5:30 am – 7:45 am
During the Spring Ango term (May 1 through May 31), we increase our zazen time by starting zazen an hour earlier. The service is modified from Full Morning Service, slightly... Read more »
9:30 am
Wednesday Work Practice
Wednesday Work Practice
May 13 @ 9:30 am – 11:15 am
We welcome volunteers to join us in the garden where we tend to the plants, the soil, and our practice together. Dharma Rain grows fruit, vegetables, and herbs for the... Read more »
11:30 am
Ango Midday Sit
Ango Midday Sit
May 13 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Tuesday through Saturday (with some exceptions – check calendar) during Spring Ango (March 1 through May 31) we host a midday sit. There is a posture adjustment bell at noon,... Read more »
7:00 pm
Wednesday Evening Meditation
Wednesday Evening Meditation
May 13 @ 7:00 pm – 7:45 pm
Wednesday evening program begins with evening service and zazen. After that, we have a class (see calendar). 7-7:10pm Evening Service (Fukanzazengi) 7:10-7:40pm Zazen
7:45 pm
Wednesday Classes: Everyday Gathas
Wednesday Classes: Everyday Gathas
May 13 @ 7:45 pm – 9:00 pm
Over four sessions in May, we’ll look at the vows, verses, and gathas that support and center our daily practice. Taught by Tsuho. All Wednesday night classes are open to... Read more »
May
14
Thu
5:30 am
Ango Morning Program
Ango Morning Program
May 14 @ 5:30 am – 7:45 am
During the Spring Ango term (May 1 through May 31), we increase our zazen time by starting zazen an hour earlier. The service is modified from Full Morning Service, slightly... Read more »
11:30 am
Ango Midday Sit
Ango Midday Sit
May 14 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Tuesday through Saturday (with some exceptions – check calendar) during Spring Ango (March 1 through May 31) we host a midday sit. There is a posture adjustment bell at noon,... Read more »
6:30 pm
Zen Poet Society
Zen Poet Society
May 14 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Zen Poet Society is a Dharma Rain cohort group for those in the sangha with an appreciation for poetry and its many intersections with practice. Come to write, share your... Read more »
7:00 pm
Dharma Council Meeting
Dharma Council Meeting
May 14 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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 »
May
15
Fri
5:30 am
Ango Morning Program
Ango Morning Program
May 15 @ 5:30 am – 7:45 am
During the Spring Ango term (May 1 through May 31), we increase our zazen time by starting zazen an hour earlier. The service is modified from Full Morning Service, slightly... Read more »
11:30 am
Ango Midday Sit
Ango Midday Sit
May 15 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Tuesday through Saturday (with some exceptions – check calendar) during Spring Ango (March 1 through May 31) we host a midday sit. There is a posture adjustment bell at noon,... Read more »