Morning Zazen - CANCELLED
2020-04-02 06:00 - 07:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | 3111 Wissemann Drive, Sacramento, CA, 95826, United States
Every Thursday we offer two early morning sittings (6-6:30 & 6:40-7:10) followed by a brief service (7:10-7:20). Following service, you are invited to share a cup of tea or coffee before continuing with the rest of your day. Early morning zazen is the practice of Zen students everywhere. Before engaging in life’s busy activity, we relax and wake up on the cushion. Come for all or part of the schedule.
6:00 Zazen
6:30 Kinhin (walking meditation)
6:40 Zazen
7:10 Service
7:20 Tea, Coffee & Conversation

Study Group (ONLINE)
2020-04-02 08:00 - 09:00
During this time of separation, please join us online for our ongoing study of ancient and contemporary texts. Our current readings are taken from Zen master Kaizan’s Denkoroku, Record of the Transmission of the Light. If you do not have the paper edition, you can read it online, chapter by chapter, at SotoZen-Net. The study group is facilitated by Rev. So-On Jim Hare, with readings from Mahayana Buddhism & Soto Zen texts and commentaries.
Contact Rollin Ives (twl4148@gmail.com) to be added to the mailing list and to receive the meeting ID number each week.
**To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Meeting ID# : Obtain the number from Rollin at twl4148@gmail.com
At 7:50 am, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/ [enter meeting number here]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (We have not tried this option yet.)

**To join by telephone:

call +1 669 900 6833 (San Jose)
At the voice prompt, enter the Meeting ID#
Controls by phone: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = mute/unmute

We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so. You may also enjoy listening to our archived Dharma Talks, or online programs from Hartford Street Zen Center and San Francisco Zen Center.

ONLINE - Writing & Sitting Together at our Dharma Gates
2020-04-03 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for this shared opportunity for growth and development, co-led by Doralee Grindler Katonah and Linda Dekker. We will come together for one hour, with a guided writing time as the preamble to a 20-minute zazen practice; followed by another guided writing time, and then time to share. With pens and silent stillness, we will open our hearts to the dharma gates arising in the moment and journal before ‘sitting’ together and after our ‘sit’.
During this challenging time our possibilities for spiritual development and greater aliveness continue. In the words of Beth Jacobs:
“Deep experience is beyond words, but writing doesn’t just convey information. It causes things to happen, things that change both the writer and the reader forever.” (from A Buddhist Journal – Guided Practices for Writers and Meditators, Berkeley, CA: North Atlantic Books, 2018)
*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Meeting ID: 963528048
At 11:50 am, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/963528048
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Using Chrome seems to work best.)
The program will start at noon and go for about 1 hour.

*To join by telephone (audio only):

call 1 669 900 6833 (Milpitas)
At the voice prompt, enter the Meeting ID: 963528048
Controls for phone: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/unmute

ONLINE PROGRAM: Zazen, Service, Dharma Talk & Discussion
2020-04-06 19:00 - 20:00
During the current health crisis, we will meet online using Zoom video conferencing software. The meetings will be hosted by Doralee Grindler Katonah. The software is free. Download the chants at SFZC Chants in PDF.
*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Meeting ID: TBA and sent on weekly emails
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/550113240 ; 950815
We will start at 7pm with this approximate schedule:
20 minute sitting; 5 minute chanting service; 10 minute Dharma talk & 25 minute Q&A/discussion/sharing & announcements – about 1 hour total.

**From your telephone, tap once: +16699006833,,550113240# US (San Jose)
OR
Call 669 900 6833 (San Jose). At the prompt, enter 550113240#
Use these controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = mute/unmute
We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so.
You may also enjoy listening to our archived Dharma Talks, or online programs from Hartford Street Zen Center and San Francisco Zen Center.

Morning Zazen - CANCELED
2020-04-09 06:00 - 07:30
We will resume Morning Zazen meetings as soon as it is safe to do so. Meanwhile, please maintain your sitting practice at home and join us ONLINE via Zoom for Thursday Study Group and Monday evening programs.

Every Thursday we offer two early morning sittings (6-6:30 & 6:40-7:10) followed by a brief service (7:10-7:20). Following service, you are invited to share a cup of tea or coffee before continuing with the rest of your day. Early morning zazen is the practice of Zen students everywhere. Before engaging in life’s busy activity, we relax and wake up on the cushion. Come for all or part of the schedule.
6:00 Zazen
6:30 Kinhin (walking meditation)
6:40 Zazen
7:10 Service
7:20 Tea, Coffee & Conversation

Study Group (ONLINE)
2020-04-09 08:00 - 09:00
During this time of separation, please join us online for our ongoing study of ancient and contemporary texts. Our current readings are taken from Zen master Kaizan’s Denkoroku, Record of the Transmission of the Light. If you do not have the paper edition, you can read it online, chapter by chapter, at SotoZen-Net. The study group is facilitated by Rev. So-On Jim Hare, with readings from Mahayana Buddhism & Soto Zen texts and commentaries.
Contact Rollin Ives (twl4148@gmail.com) to be added to the mailing list for the reading each week.
**To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Meeting ID: 205584902 (the same each week)
At 7:50 am, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/205584902
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (We have not tried this option yet.)

**From your telephone, tap once: +16699006833,,205584902# US (San Jose)
OR
Call 669 900 6833 (San Jose). At the prompt, enter 2005584902
Use these controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = mute/unmute
We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so. You may also enjoy listening to our archived Dharma Talks, or online programs from Hartford Street Zen Center and San Francisco Zen Center.

Introduction to Zen Meditation - CANCELED
2020-04-13 18:00 - 18:40
We will resume this program as soon as it is safe for us to meet in person at the Sacramento Dharma Center. Meanwhile, please be safe and practice social distancing with a compassionate heart. You may enjoy online instruction at SotoZEN-Net.

On the second Monday of each month, we offer a 40-minute introduction to Zen practice. We focus on the art of sitting meditation, with emphasis on posture, breath, and methods for, and problems encountered when we try to corral our attention. This is for new meditators and those wishing to refresh their practice of meditative immersion. As time allows, we demonstrate forms of practice used in the meditation hall. The class meets in the Teacher Room in the West Lobby.

ONLINE PROGRAM: Zazen, Service, Dharma Talk & Discussion
2020-04-13 19:00 - 20:00, 2020-04-20 19:00 - 20:00
During the current health crisis, we will meet online using Zoom video conferencing software. To receive the Meeting ID# and password for each meeting, please Sign Up for our Weekly Emails.
*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Sign Up for Weekly Emails to receive each Meeting ID#
Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Download the chants in PDF.
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/[Meeting ID]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Using Chrome or Firefox works best for this.)
We will start at 7pm with this approximate schedule:
20 minute sitting; 5 minute chant; 10 minute Dharma talk, 20 minute Discussion/sharing, then announcements – about 1 hour total.

*To join by telephone (audio only):

Dial 669 900 6833 (San Jose) and follow voice prompts for entering the Meeting ID#.
The one tap string of numbers are included in the Weekly Email.
Phone Controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/unmute

We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so.

Book Discussion Group (ONLINE)
2020-04-14 16:00 - 17:00
Everyone is invited to join a discussion group focused on Reb Anderson’s new book, Entering the Mind of Buddha, Zen and the Six Heroic Practices of Bodhisattvas.
We will meet over a period of six weeks via Zoom, beginning Tuesday April 14 from 4-5 pm. There are many sources for the book including Amazon, Kindle, Nook, Barnes and Noble, Penguin and others. Instead of reading an entire chapter aloud (as we do in our Thursday study group), we will ask people to read a meaningful (to them) excerpt from the chapter, and then ask questions or make a comment.

To enroll in this group, contact Sarah O’Gara, sarah_ogara@yahoo.com or (916) 484-6808. If do not have a copy of the text please inform the organizer that you will audit the course rather than actively participate.

First, download the Zoom Client for Meetings software.(13 MB)
Get the Meeting ID Number from Sarah.
If you prefer to join by telephone, call 669 900 6833 and follow the prompts for entering the meeting ID number.

Writing & Sitting Together at our Dharma Gates
2020-04-17 11:45 - 13:00
Led by Doralee Grindler Katonah and Linda Dekker.
Coming together online for one hour, with a guided writing time as the preamble to a 20-minute zazen practice together, followed by another guided writing time and then time to share. The sharing time will be facilitated with practice circle guidelines – silent listening with no cross talk or commentary. Sharing of thoughts and/or writing are welcomed with respect for when we choose not to share. During this challenging time our possibilities for spiritual development and greater aliveness continue.
Meetings are planned for Friday April 17, May 1, 15 & 29.
Please log in at 11:45 am so we can begin at noon.
For latest information, contact Doralee Grindler Katonah, grindkaton@icloud.com or sign up for our Weekly Emails.

If you are new to Zoom, download Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB)
Get the Meeting ID Number from Doralee or in the Weekly Email.
Or, dial in by telephone (audio only), by calling 669 900 6833, then follow the prompts for entering the meeting ID.

The New Ecosattva Path, online talk by David Loy (SBMG)
2020-04-19 18:30 - 20:30
For more information and the Zoom link, go to the SBMG website.

David Robert Loy, PhD, is a professor, writer, and Zen teacher in the Sanbo Zen tradition of Japanese Zen Buddhism. He is a prolific author, whose essays and books have been translated into many languages. He is on the advisory boards of Buddhist Global Relief, the Clear View Project, Zen Peacemakers, and the Ernest Becker Foundation. David is especially concerned about social justice, activism, and ecological issues, and authored Ecodharma: Buddhist Teachings for the Precipice.
David Loy will also give the Dharma talk on Monday April 20, 7-8:30 pm.

SDC Volunteer Work Day (CANCELED)
2020-04-26 09:00 - 12:00
The Dharma Center will resume this program as soon as it is safe for us to meet in person. Until then, please be safe and practice social distancing with a compassionate heart.

On the last Sunday of every month volunteers are invited to help with outdoor maintenance, indoor cleaning, and other tasks around the Sacramento Dharma Center. It is a great way to show your gratitude, with the added benefit of making new friends!

Sacramento Dharma Center Work Day

Dharma Talk by Rev. Myo Lahey - ONLINE
2020-04-27 19:00 - 20:00
Our guiding teacher from Hartford Street Zen Center in San Francisco will join us online via Zoom video conferencing from his home temple.
During the current health crisis, we will meet online using Zoom video conferencing software. To receive the Meeting ID# and password for each meeting, please Sign Up for our Weekly Emails.
*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Sign Up for Weekly Emails to receive each Meeting ID#
Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Download the chants in PDF.
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/[Meeting ID]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Using Chrome or Firefox works best for this.)
We will start at 7pm with this approximate schedule:
20 minute sitting; 5 minute chant; 10 minute Dharma talk, 20 minute Discussion/sharing, then announcements – about 1 hour total.

*To join by telephone (audio only):

Dial 669 900 6833 (San Jose) and follow voice prompts for entering the Meeting ID#.
The one tap call numbers are included in the Weekly Email.
Phone Controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/unmute

We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so.

What can the coronavirus teach us? A Buddhist perspective, by David Robert Loy (moved from April 20)
2020-05-04 19:00 - 20:30
Dr. David Loy will offer his teaching online using Zoom video conferencing software. Full instructions for joining by computer or phone will be sent via our Weekly Email. *You may offer a donation to the teacher by clicking on the Donate button at the bottom of this page.
David Robert Loy, PhD, is a professor, writer, and Zen teacher in the Sanbo Zen tradition of Japanese Zen Buddhism. He is a prolific author, whose essays and books have been translated into many languages. He is on the advisory boards of Buddhist Global Relief, the Clear View Project, Zen Peacemakers, and the Ernest Becker Foundation. David is especially concerned about social justice, activism, and ecological issues, and authored Ecodharma: Buddhist Teachings for the Precipice.

*To join the meeting by computer:

Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Meeting ID: You must be on our mailing list to receive the Meeting ID. It will be sent to you in the Weekly Email on the day of the event.
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/[Meeting ID]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Chrome or Firefox works best.)

*To join by mobile phone (audio only):

Dial 669-900-6833 and follow voice prompts for entering the Meeting ID.
The one tap string of numbers are included in the Weekly Email.
Controls by phone: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/unmute

Healing the World: Dharma talk by Konjin Gaelyn Godwin (online)
2020-05-11 19:00 - 20:00
Konjin Gaelyn Godwin, Abbot of Houston Zen Center, Director of the International Division of Soto Zen, and teacher in the Suzuki Roshi lineage will offer the Dharma Talk tonight. During the current pandemic, we will meet online using Zoom video conferencing software. To receive the Meeting ID# and password for each meeting, please Sign Up for our Weekly Emails.

*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Sign Up for Weekly Emails to receive each Meeting ID#
Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Download the chants in PDF.
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/[Meeting ID]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Using Chrome or Firefox works best for this.)
We will start at 7pm with this approximate schedule:
20 minute sitting; 5 minute chant; 10 minute Dharma talk, 20 minute Discussion/sharing, then announcements – about 1 hour total.

*To join by telephone (audio only):

Dial 669 900 6833 (San Jose) and follow voice prompts for entering the Meeting ID#.
The one tap string of numbers are included in the Weekly Email.
Phone Controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/unmute

We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so.

Dharma Talk by Rev. Myo Lahey (online)
2020-05-18 19:00 - 20:00
Rev. Myo Lahey, Abbot of Hartford Street Zen Center in San Francisco and our guiding teacher, will offer the Dharma talk this evening. Myo has previously served as head of practice (Tanto) at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center. He is a Dharma heir of Tenshin Reb Anderson. Raised in an observant Roman Catholic home, Myo was drawn to religion and spirituality at an early age and found Zen Buddhism in his teens. He began sitting in 1969 and practiced with many San Francisco Zen Center practitioners and teachers, including Dainin Katigiri-roshi, Kobun Chino-sensei, Yoshimura-sensei, and Issan Dorsey. Myo studied Sanskrit at UC Berkeley for ten years.

During the current health crisis, we will meet online using Zoom video conferencing software. To receive the Meeting ID# and password for each meeting, please Sign Up for our Weekly Emails.
*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Sign Up for Weekly Emails to receive each Meeting ID#
Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Download the chants in PDF.
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/[Meeting ID]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Using Chrome or Firefox works best for this.)
We will start at 7pm with this approximate schedule:
20 minute sitting; 5 minute chant; 10 minute Dharma talk, 20 minute Discussion/sharing, then announcements – about 1 hour total.

*To join by telephone (audio only):

Dial 669 900 6833 (San Jose) and follow voice prompts for entering the Meeting ID#.
The one tap string of numbers are included in the Weekly Email.
Phone Controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/unmute

We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so.

Retreat Night (ONLINE)
2020-05-25 19:00 - 20:00
This is an opportunity to settle into your meditation practice at home and with the support of others. Our schedule tonight will be three 25-minute periods of zazen, interspersed with walking meditation. May you, with all beings be well.

During the current health crisis, we will meet online using Zoom video conferencing software. To receive the Meeting ID# and password for each meeting, please Sign Up for our Weekly Emails.
*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Sign Up for Weekly Emails to receive each Meeting ID#
Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Download the chants in PDF.
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/[Meeting ID]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Using Chrome or Firefox works best for this.)

*To join by telephone (audio only):

Dial 669 900 6833 (San Jose) and follow voice prompts for entering the Meeting ID#.
The one tap string of numbers are included in the Weekly Email.
Phone Controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/unmute

We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so.

Practice Talk by Paravrtti Doralee Grindler Katonah (ONLINE)
2020-06-01 19:00 - 20:00
“The Gift of Zazen is ILLIMITABLE! Don’t Waste Any Time!” In her talk Doralee will share encouragements for quickening our practice. Doralee serves as our Ino (head of the mediation hall) and is also president of the VSZS board of directors. She was priest ordained in 2019 by Sojun Diane Martin.
Doralee’s talk in PDF.

During the pandemic, we will meet online using Zoom video conferencing software. To receive the Meeting ID# and password for each meeting, please Sign Up for our Weekly Emails.
*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Sign Up for Weekly Emails to receive each Meeting ID#
Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Download the chants in PDF.
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/[Meeting ID]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Using Chrome or Firefox works best for this.)
We will start at 7pm with this approximate schedule: 20 minute sitting, followed by chanting, Dharma talk & sharing; then announcements – about 1 hour total.

*To join by telephone (audio only):

Dial 669 900 6833 (San Jose) and follow voice prompts for entering the Meeting ID#.
The one tap string of numbers are included in the Weekly Email.
Phone Controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/unmute

We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so. 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.

Introduction to Zen Meditation - ONLINE
2020-06-08 17:45 - 18:30
On the second Monday of each month, we offer a 40-minute introduction to Zen practice. For now, we are offering the instruction online, using using Zoom video conferencing software. We focus on the art of sitting meditation, with emphasis on posture, breath and mental focus. This is for new meditators and those wishing to refresh their practice of meditative immersion.
If you are not already on our mailing list, please sign up for Weekly Emails to receive the Zoom Meeting ID and password for this meeting.

Dharma Talk by Rev. Mary Mocine (ONLINE)
2020-06-08 19:00 - 20:00
Reverend Mary Mocine, is abbess of Clear Water Zendo in Vallejo. She was trained at San Francisco and Berkeley Zen Centers, and Tassajara Zen Monastery. She was ordained in 1994 by Sojun Mel Weitsman, former Abbot of San Francisco Zen Center and continuing Abbot of the Berkeley Zen Center. Reverend Mocine has also trained with Abbess Zenkei Blanche Hartman and former Abbots Zoketsu Norman Fischer and Tenshin Reb Anderson of the San Francisco Zen Center. She received dharma transmission from Sojun Mel Weitsman in May 2005..

During the current health crisis, we will meet online using Zoom video conferencing software. To receive the Meeting ID# and password for each meeting, please Sign Up for our Weekly Emails.
*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Download the chants in PDF.
Sign Up for Weekly Emails to receive each Meeting ID#
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/[Meeting ID]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Using Chrome or Firefox works best for this.)
We will start at 7pm with this approximate schedule:
20 minute sitting; followed by chanting, Dharma talk, discussion, and announcements – about 1 hour total.

*To join by telephone (audio only):

Dial 669 900 6833 (San Jose) and follow voice prompts for entering the Meeting ID#.
The one tap string of numbers are included in the Weekly Email.
Phone Controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/unmute

We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so.

Study Group (ONLINE)
2020-06-11 08:00 - 09:00
During this time of separation, please join us online for our ongoing study of ancient and contemporary texts. The study group is facilitated by Rev. So-On Jim Hare, with readings from Mahayana Buddhism & Soto Zen texts and commentaries.
On June 11, we begin reading Minding Mind; a Course in Basic Meditation, translated by Thomas Cleary. This book presents meditation instructions written by seven Zen teachers associated with lineages in China, Japan and Korea. Three of these “meditation manuals” were written by teachers who are counted in our Soto Zen lineage.

To join the Thursday morning study group, email the coordinator, Rollin Ives, twl4148@gmail.com

Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.

Meeting ID: 205584902 (the same each week)
At 7:50 am, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/205584902
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (We have not tried this option yet.)

**From your telephone, tap once: +16699006833,,205584902# US (San Jose)
OR
Call 669 900 6833 (San Jose). At the prompt, enter 2005584902
Use these controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = mute/unmute
We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so. You may also enjoy listening to our archived Dharma Talks, or online programs from Hartford Street Zen Center and San Francisco Zen Center.

Dharma Talk by Rev. So-on Jim Hare (ONLINE)
2020-06-15 19:00 - 20:00
So-On Jim Hare serves as Tanto, or head of practice. He lived in the San Francisco Zen Center community from 1980 to 1984, and was lay ordained by Tenshin Reb Anderson in 1985. He served as Head Student at Green Gulch Farm during the spring 2002 practice period. He was priest ordained by Myo Lahey in 2016.

During the current health crisis, we will meet online using Zoom video conferencing software. To receive the Meeting ID# and password for each meeting, please Sign Up for our Weekly Emails.
*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Sign Up for Weekly Emails to receive each Meeting ID#
Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Download the chants in PDF.
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/[Meeting ID]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Using Chrome or Firefox works best for this.)
We will start at 7pm with this approximate schedule: 20 minute sitting, followed by chanting, Dharma talk & sharing; then announcements – about 1 hour total.

*To join by telephone (audio only):

Dial 669 900 6833 (San Jose) and follow voice prompts for entering the Meeting ID#.
The one tap string of numbers are included in the Weekly Email.
Phone Controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/unmute

We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so.

Tuesday Book Group (ONLINE - 7 weeks)
2020-06-16 15:45 - 17:00
We will discuss the Buddha’s teaching of the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path as presented by Which That Hanh in his book, The Heart of Buddha’s Teaching. This book group is ideal for people who want a grounding in or a review of fundamental Buddhist teachings. Please purchase or borrow the book for your study.

Syllabus:
Week 1, pages 1-23: 4 Noble Truths
Week 2, pages 24-46: 4 Noble Truths (con’t.)
Week 3, pages 49-63: Right View & Right Thought
Week 4, pages 64-83: Right Mindfulness
Week 5, pages 84-93: Right Speech
Week 6, pages 94-104: Right Action/Right Effort
Week 7, pages 105-112: Right Concentration/Right Livelihood
• To sign up for the Book Group and receive the Zoom link, contact Jody Ansell, joaansell@gmail.com

Journal Practice for the Pandemic, led by Beth Jacobs, Ph.D. (ONLINE)
2020-06-20 10:00 - 12:00
In this unprecedented time, a writing practice can help sustain a sense of orientation within the chaos. We can discern awareness of the First Noble Truth through articulation of our personal challenges, behaviors, feelings, and reactions to events. Expressive writing helps us both stay with and let go of the enormous pressure of current changes as expressed by the pandemic. After a 30-minute meditation, we will discuss applications of therapeutic writing processes to global and shared trauma. Beth Jacobs will guide us through three different writing techniques.
Beth Jacobs is a writer, clinical psychologist, and a lay-entrusted Soto Zen teacher. Her books include The Original Buddhist Psychology, A Buddhist Journal; Guided Practices for Writers and Meditators.
REGISTRATION: at Eventbrite.com
Fee: $20 or what is realistic for you.
Information: Doralee at grindkaton@icloud.com

Practice Talk by Clement Spring (ONLINE)
2020-06-22 19:00 - 20:00
Clement Spring serves as Head Doan for the sangha. His talk, “The tides of conceiving do not sweep over one who stands on these foundations.” – is based on his studies of the Majjhima Nikya. Clem is studying to be a priest with Kyosho Valorie Beer.

During the current health crisis, we will meet online using Zoom video conferencing software. To receive the Meeting ID# and password for each meeting, please Sign Up for our Weekly Emails.
*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Sign Up for Weekly Emails to receive each Meeting ID#
Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Download the chants in PDF.
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/[Meeting ID]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Using Chrome or Firefox works best for this.)
We will start at 7pm with this approximate schedule: 20 minute sitting, followed by chanting, Dharma talk & sharing; then announcements – about 1 hour total.

*To join by telephone (audio only):

Dial 669 900 6833 (San Jose) and follow voice prompts for entering the Meeting ID#.
The one tap string of numbers are included in the Weekly Email.
Phone Controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/unmute

We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so.

SDC Volunteer Work Day
2020-06-28 09:00 - 12:00
On the last Sunday of every month volunteers are invited to help with outdoor maintenance, and other tasks around the Sacramento Dharma Center. It is a great way to show your gratitude, with the added benefit of making new friends – while social distancing of course since we are following local guidelines for staying safe and healthy.

Please double check the SDC calendar before attending:
Sacramento Dharma Center Work Day

Practice Circle, led by Doralee Grindler Katonah
2020-06-29 19:00 - 20:00
For this evening’s program, we welcome and celebrate the new “Zoom Sangha” we have been creating together since the start of the Pandemic. We will also talk about our nation’s recent awakening to its own systemic racism. These crises have disrupted many of our usual habits; providing new opportunities for creativity and understanding. With “Zoom Sangha”, we see new faces each week, and also ’new’ regulars. We will use tonight’s practice circle as a way to get to know each other better, while exploring creative expression.

During the pandemic, we will meet online using Zoom video conferencing software. To receive the Meeting ID# and password for each meeting, please Sign Up for our Weekly Emails.
*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Sign Up for Weekly Emails to receive each Meeting ID#
Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Download the chants in PDF.
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/[Meeting ID]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Using Chrome or Firefox works best for this.)
We will start at 7pm with this approximate schedule:
20 minute sitting; 5 minute chant; 10 minute Dharma talk, 20 minute Discussion/sharing, then announcements – about 1 hour total.

*To join by telephone (audio only):

Dial 669 900 6833 (San Jose) and follow voice prompts for entering the Meeting ID#.
The one tap string of numbers are included in the Weekly Email.
Phone Controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/unmute

We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so.

Dharma Talk by Rev. So-On Jim Hare - ONLINE
2020-07-06 18:45 - 20:15
So-On Jim Hare serves as Tanto, or head of practice. He lived in the San Francisco Zen Center community from 1980 to 1984, and was lay ordained by Tenshin Reb Anderson in 1985. He served as Head Student at Green Gulch Farm during the spring 2002 practice period. He was priest ordained by Myo Lahey in 2016.

During the pandemic, we will meet online using Zoom video conferencing software. To receive the Meeting ID# and password for each meeting, please Sign Up for our Weekly Emails.
*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Sign Up for Weekly Emails to receive each Meeting ID#
Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you wait for the host to start the meeting, click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Download the chants in PDF.
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/[Meeting ID]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Using Chrome or Firefox works best for this.)
We will start at 7pm with this approximate schedule:
20 minute sitting; 5 minute chant; 30 minute Talk/Discussion, then announcements about 1 hour total.

*To join by telephone (audio only):

Dial 669 900 6833 (San Jose) and follow voice prompts for entering the Meeting ID#.
The one tap string of numbers are included in the Weekly Email.
Phone Controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/Unmute

We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so.

Virtual One-day Sitting, led by So-On Jim Hare
2020-07-11 09:00 - 16:00
The Healing Practice of Still Sitting
In this time when our usual freedom of movement continues to be abridged, we can arouse the mind and spirit that is not dependent on movement. Please join us for this gentle day of sitting together virtually, which will include a Dharma talk by Practice Leader So-On Jim Hare.
Register on Eventbrite.com (No charge but donations are appreciated.)

*To join the meeting by computer, you must install Zoom software:

Sign Up for Weekly Emails to receive each Meeting ID#
Prior to the meeting, download the free Zoom Client for Meetings (13 MB) As you “Wait for the host to start the meeting” click the Test Computer Audio button to make sure you can hear and be heard by others.
Download the chants in PDF.
At 6:50 pm, join the meeting at: https://zoom.us/j/[Meeting ID]
If you cannot download or run the application, you can join from your browser. (Using Chrome or Firefox works best for this.)
We will start at 7pm with this approximate schedule: 20 minute sitting, followed by chanting, Dharma talk & sharing; then announcements – about 1 hour total.

*To join by telephone (audio only):

Dial 669 900 6833 (San Jose) and follow voice prompts for entering the Meeting ID#.
The one tap string of numbers are included in the Weekly Email.
Phone Controls: *9 = Raise hand; *6 = Mute/unmute

We will continue to monitor local health advisories regarding group meetings. We of course hope to be able to resume our in-person programs as soon as it is safe to do so.
