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To introduce the
practice of Zen and to help getting started, Endless Mountain Zendo offers
the following beginner's programs:
Beginner's Zazen Instruction - Sunday Zazen Gatherings:
8:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. On Sunday mornings the
Zendo holds zazen gatherings during which there is zazen (Zen meditation)
instruction, zazen, walking meditation, and a talk, followed by tea.
Vegetarian snack offerings are appreciated but not required. Please arrive a
few minutes before starting time. For zazen attire, blousy/loose clothing in
solid muted neutral colors (long pants or long skirt) is recommended. No
shorts, tank tops, clinging fabrics, or fragrances please. The zendo tends to
be chilly in fall/winter months. Open
Donation Basket. (Members: Free.)
Please
contact the Zendo for specific dates: endless@epix.net or 570-925-5077.
Dates of Zazen Gatherings are announced by e-mail. To
receive e-notices of impromptu and scheduled events, please e-mail us and ask
to be put on the Sangha e-list.
Intro
to Zen Workshop: Apr. 14, 2012
An expiential and
visceral plunge into guided Zen training for the enthusiastic beginner. The
day of silence includes zazen meditation instruction, introduction to Zen
practice form and style, 30 min. zazen periods, stretches, outdoor walking
Zen, chanting, Dharma Talk, and tea with discussion. We will be joined by the
Penn State University State College, Kinesiology class. 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Suggested Donation: $45. (College Students::$30.) Formal vegetarian lunch included.
Beginner's Zen Work
Weekend: Jul. 6-8, 2012
A country work weekend introduction to Zen Buddhist practice.
Zazen meditation instruction, zendo orientation, walking meditation, dawn
chanting service, morning and evening zazen, prostrations, work practice,
Dharma talk and one-on-one Dharma meeting with Genro Sensei, vegetarian
meals, and tea. Begins Fri. with 5 - 6 p.m. arrival and supper. Ends Sun.,
2:30 p.m. The weekend is offered on a work exchange basis. Donations are
gratefully accepted.
What To Bring for
Overnight:
Sleeping bag or extra blanket, zazen attire such as a formal
zazen robe or blousy/loose clothing in muted solid neutral color, work
clothes, sturdy outdoor shoes and slip-on shoes, flashlight, and unscented
toiletries. No shorts, tank tops, clinging fabrics, or fragrances please. The
zendo tends to be chilly in fall/winter. Soap/towels and one blanket
provided.
For event registration or information please call 570-925-5077
or e-mail: endless@epix.net and
send a deposit or full donation amount to Endless Mountain Zendo, 104 Hollow
Rd., Stillwater, Pa. 17878.
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