Join us for a Buddhist service honoring the beloved pets who have passed from our lives and to bless those still with us. This annual observance, coinciding with St. Francis Day, the patron saint of animals, creates a space to remember our companions with gratitude and compassion.
Event Details:
Where: ZLMC Backyard
When: Sunday, October.4, 2026 (as part of our Sunday Morning Zen program)
Time: 10:00-11:00 AM
Commemorative Stones:
Inscribe your beloved pet’s name on a memorial stone with a $50 contribution to Zen Life & Meditation Center. Each stone becomes part of our sacred garden, honoring those who have brought us joy and companionship. You can purchase the stone online here, and then contact Roshi June Tanoue at June.tanoue@zlmc.org or text her at 708-297-6321 to give her the name of your pet to be put on the stone.
Deadline for purchasing stone is 9/25/26
Join us for a Buddhist service honoring the beloved pets who have passed from our lives and to bless those still with us. This annual observance, coinciding with St. Francis Day, the patron saint of animals, creates a space to remember our companions with gratitude and compassion.
Event Details:
Where: ZLMC Backyard
When: Sunday, October.4, 2026 (as part of our Sunday Morning Zen program)
Time: 10:00-11:00 AM
Commemorative Stones:
Inscribe your beloved pet’s name on a memorial stone with a $50 contribution to Zen Life & Meditation Center. Each stone becomes part of our sacred garden, honoring those who have brought us joy and companionship. You can purchase the stone online here, and then contact Roshi June Tanoue at June.tanoue@zlmc.org or text her at 708-297-6321 to give her the name of your pet to be put on the stone.
Deadline for purchasing stone is 9/25/26
Zen Life & Meditation Center
46 Lake St. Oak Park, IL 60302
Saturday, Jan. 31st, 3:30-5:00 PM (CST)
