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.
- You will be supported in wearing a face mask, but it is not required.
- 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
- 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
- April 4, 2022 – “The Precious Jewel of Sangha Life” – Dharma Talk by Rev. Paravrtti Doralee Grindler Katonah
- April 2, 2022 – “Self-Fulfilling Samadhi” – Dharma Talk by Rev. So On Jim Hare
“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