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.
Covid-19 Guidelines:
- You must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19.
- With Covid cases surging in our area and in accord with CDC guidance, we recommend wearing a mask indoors during our programs.
- 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.
Connect With Us
Dharma Talks
Subscribe to Dharma Talk Podcast
Recent Dharma Talks
- August 29, 2022 – A Practice Talk by Oscar Balaguer
- August 22, 2022 – “A Fish Swims Like a Fish” – Dharma Talk by Rev. So On Jim Hare
- August 8, 2022 – Dharma Talk by Rev. Renshin Bunce
- July 18, 2022 – “Commentary on Being-time” – Dharma Talk by Rev. So On Jim Hare
- July 11, 2022 – Dharma Talk by Rev. Myo Lahey
“The sounds of the valley streams are Buddha’s long broad tongue;
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?” ~ LI PO