Join us for the first of several samu (work) days at the Zen Center this Saturday, June 3. It should be a great day to be outdoors and we will be weeding, watering, spreading wood chip mulch, and possibly scraping/sanding the ramp. Please wear work clothes and be sure to outfit yourself for tick prevention. We will have sprays you can use, but you should have long pants, tucked into socks, and sturdy shoes. You may want to use your own tick repellent before you come. We can provide gloves and tools as needed. Read more »
Samu, or work practice, is an integral part of Zen training. It is an opportunity to bring mindful attention to all that we do. There is much outdoor work that needs to be done at the Zen Center, from weeding to clearing paths.
This is a wonderful opportunity to dwell in the quietude of the temple grounds, offering your presence and energy. Come yourself or gather friends and family! Read more »
The Zen Center needs your skills and talents and some of your time! Our wonderful temple, grounds, buildings and programs are run by dedicated volunteers and our residents, and we can always use more help. In addition to your regular presence in the zendo, participating in Sunday morning samu (work) practice, and financial donations, there are many other ways to support the Zen Center by volunteering your time and talents for one or more of our committees and teams. Read more »
Share the joy of Buddha’s Birthday on April 15 and stay on for samu (work practice) to prepare our temple and grounds for our guest, David Loy, who arrives to stay with us later in the week. We really need you to help Hoen-ji shine after this long winter! Gassho!
Samu (work practice) is a wonderful opportunity for the sangha to work together in harmony to preserve and protect our temple property. It is unique to our practice to work together for these common goals.
Please join us at the Zen Center, Saturday, June 10 from 9am-noon. The main project will be to paint the railings on the ramps between the Zendo and Forman House. All supplies will be provided. Please let Daigan know if you plan to come or have questions by emailing him at darnold2@twcny.rr.com.
Please join us for as much time as you can on Saturday and Sunday to prepare our lovely Zen Center home for our anniversary celebration on October 15. There are many important tasks – your time and efforts will be appreciated more than we can say. Come between 11 and 4 on Saturday, or 1 and 5 on Sunday. No matter when you come, a crew leader will be there to guide you. There are tasks that require physical strength and tasks that require mental agility. We need the support of everyone. We hope to see you here.
May is here, the lush temple grounds teem with life-- orioles, song sparrows, flowering dogwood, swallowtails, bloodroot-- as well as many weeds that you are invited to help pull. Read more »
This is a wonderful opportunity for the sangha to work together in harmony to preserve and protect our temple property. It is unique to our practice to work together for these common goals. We will have outdoor work, focusing on two main tasks after lunch on your own. Please join us!
Togan will lead a team corralling blueberries. This team will dig holes, plant posts, and assemble a fence around the blueberry plants. If you have ever used a chop saw or cordless drill,you're hired! If not, Togan will train you. Read more »
Come and help residents and Interim students prepare for O-Bon, making traditional treats and lanterns, cleaning and doing outdoor work including building the structure for the ceremonial bonfire. All are welcome; if you can come for that week, you may stay on for the O-bon commemoration free of charge. For more information and to register, contact Dai Bosatsu's office.
