For those who are new to Zen meditation, we offer this 40-minute introduction to our forms of practice on the second Monday every month. Please visit the VSZS Calendar for current information on our events. Sign up at the Valley Stream website to receive emails. Phone: 916-456-7752 Email: info@valleystreamszen.org
Our Monday night programs begin with zazen (sitting meditation) followed by a devotional service and dharma talk, group discussion, practice circle or retreat night. There are no membership requirements to participate. We invite donations to support the room rental, visits by teachers, and other sangha activities. Valley Streams Zen Sangha is dedicated to the study […]
RAIN Practice Group A practice group focused on working with the Tara Brach RAIN meditation practice. Open to people from any of the sanghas who have mindfulness meditation experience, especially those who have previously worked with the RAIN practice. Meets in the library. For more information contact Michele Livingston at michele.isathome@gmail.com
Dharma Recovery Sangha This Sangha is open to all, especially those seeking recovery from addiction of all types, including substances, food, and other addictions. Meets in Meditation Hall See SIM website For more information contact Tom Hopkins at thopkins415@gmail.com
Study is a part of Zen practice – From 8 to 9:00am Valley Streams Zen has an ongoing study group every Thursday to discuss both ancient and contemporary texts. Contact Rollin Ives (twl4148@gmail.com) for details about the group and our current topic. Please visit the VSZS Calendar for current information on our events. Phone: 916-456-7752 Email: info@valleystreamszen.org
Thursday Night Meditation and Dharma Talk For more information see SIM website.