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Beginner's Zen

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:
NEW TIME: 10 a.m. – 1 p.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. 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.)

If Sundays are difficult to attend, most Wednesday evenings from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. are an option.

Days and times may vary in accordance with zendo programs. If you would like to attend, please call us at 570-925-5077 or e-mail: endless@epix.net 

Day of Zazen & Nature Walk w/ Introductory - “Oxfam” Global Benefit Event:

Apr. 25, 2010. 9:45 am - 4:30 pm. Open to the public.  Beginner's introduction to zazen meditation and Zen Buddhist practice provided. Zazen, nature studies walk led by Jikido Kevin Hilsey along Atta Dipa Trail on Endless Mountain Zendo's 18 acres, silent meditative walk; Dharma talk by Genro Sensei, chanting, discussion and tea. Help All Beings by participating in this event, by sponsoring and donating, or by getting sponsors.  The event’s donations as well as sponsor donations will go to Oxfam America’s global efforts to provide relief for disasters including Haiti, hunger, poverty, and suffering.  

Suggested Donation: $45. (students: $25.) (members: $35.)  includes vegetarian lunch.

Prior Night Arrival:  $30. (students & members: $25.)  (Prior night arrival for 5:30 pm supper and evening and dawn zazen and morning service.)  Please make checks out to Oxfam America and send to Endless Mountain Zendo at 104 Hollow Rd., Stillwater, Pa 17878. We will send all event donations to Oxfam America. Give more if you can.  See www.oxfamamerica.org 

What To Bring for Overnight:
Sleeping bag, 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 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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