Valley Streams Zen Sangha
Soto Zen Meditation in Sacramento
Valley Streams Zen Sangha is dedicated to the study of Buddha’s teaching and the practice of meditation. We invite newcomers and experienced Zen students to join us
Be Here, Be Now: A Zen Approach to Mindfulness
A six week series exploring the art of giving kind attention to the unfolding present moment in a Zen-inspired introductory course. Tuesday evenings, starting February 14th.
Covid-19 Guidelines:
- You must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
- Masks in the building are optional but your choice to wear a mask is fully supported. Masks are available for those who choose to use them.
- You are welcome to attend online if that is your preference.
- If you are able to choose how you participate, we encourage you to come in person. Meeting in person supports our practice and participation in sangha life.
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Recent Dharma Talks
December 4th, 2022 – Rohatsu Dharma Talk by Rev. So’on Jim Hare
Dharma Talk given on Sunday, December 4th, 2022 – Rev. So’on Jim Hare (9.3 MB, 36 min).
June 27, 2022 – “Letting life unfold in unpredictable ways from the mystery” – Dharma Talk by Rev. Paravrtti Doralee Grindler Katonah
Dharma Talk given by Rev. Paravrtti Doralee Grindler Katonah on Monday, June 27th, 2022 – (12.4 MB, 44 min).
2010-01-25 – Four Things to Study – Rev. Myō Lahey
Dharma Talk (6.9MB, 56 minutes).
2010-01-25 – The Eight Cultivations – Rev. Myō Lahey
(13.8MB, 51 minutes).
“The sounds of the valley streams are Buddha’s long broad tongue;
~ LI PO
The forms of the mountains are his pure body.
In the night I heard the 84,000 sutra verses chanted.
How can I now relate to others what they mean?”