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
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Recent Dharma Talks
- May 17, 2022 – “Reflections on Being Shuso” – Dharma Talk by Rev. Paravrtti Doralee Grindler Katonah
- May 9, 2022 – Dharma Talk by Danan John Wark
- May 3, 2022 – “Faith Commitment” – Dharma Talk by Rev. Myo Lahey
- April 25, 2022 – A Dharma Talk by Diane Wilde
- April 11, 2022 – “Dogen’s Eihei Koso Hotsuganmon” – A Dharma Talk by Hoka Chris Fortin
“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