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Introduction to Zen Workshop

November 1, 2008
9:00 amto3:00 pm

This event is full and no more registrations are being accepted.  Please watch the website for further workshops in the future.

Great Wave will be hosting an Introduction to Zen Workshop which includes an orientation to Zen training hall behaviors, ceremonies, and, of course, meditation.  We will also take time for journaling/reflection, and discussion. After lunch, we will move to nearby Ludington State Park for a mindful awareness hike.  Participants are encouraged to sign up soon as seating is limited.  The cost for the day is $20 and includes a vegetarian lunch. To register, please click here.

3-Day Sesshin at Myoshinji

September 11, 2008 7:30 pmtoSeptember 14, 2008 9:00 am

Sesshin is an intensive meditation retreat that offers us an important opportunity to strengthen our practice. In addition to alternating periods of zazen and kinhin (sitting and walking meditation), the daily schedule includes one period of samu (work practice), three services, and three meal periods (oryoki style) and teisho (dharma talk)given by Roshi.  To register, please go to the Great Plains Zen Center website.