Cultivating an awakened world that transforms suffering into compassion and delusion into wisdom
UpComing Programs
ZLMC ANNUAL
MEMBERSHIP MEETING
May 19 @ 10:00 AM
Each year our Sangha community gathers to vote in new members of our board of directors. Meeting will be followed by a potluck in backyard.
Read President Robert Schwoch’s Letter. Click here to read application for becoming a new ZLNC board of director.
SIX PARAMITAS:
Courage and Grace under Fire
June 8 @ 10:00 AM
Clarify the meaning and purpose of your life through this deep dive into the profound spiritual path of Zen. Learn how living by vow can help you face life’s challenges with more courage and skill.
SUMMER MEDITATION RETREAT
July 18–20
Blossom into balance with this 3-day mindfulness, meditation retreat. (Hybrid)
Key Offerings
SUNDAY MORNING ZEN
Join us and discover the joy of a warm-hearted community. Each morning participate in Zen Buddhist services, group meditation, inspiring dharma talks. The program concludes with a fellowship hour in community room that includes snacks and tea. Program is hybrid
RETREATS
ZLMC offers many meditation retreats each year ranging from one-day, three-day and seven-days. Retreats can be attended online or in-person.
CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS
ZLMC offers a wide diversity of classes and workshops focusing on mindfulness, meditation, zen and buddhism
ZEN TRAINING
Become a Zen student and study one-on-one with a fully empowered Zen Master and Priest.
Our Mission
To empower you to live a Zen-inspired life of openness, empathy and clarity.
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Become a member
There are different ways to become a member. Join today and help us fulfill our mission, and let us support your practice.
Meet our Abbot, Roshi Robert Althouse
Schedule a 30 minute online interview with Roshi.