This is an opportunity to be seen and heard, and to build community through shared practice. Each person states one positive thing about their practice, plus one thing which has been difficult or needs improvement. Sangha Meetings can be a powerful reminder that we are not alone. No work practice days scheduled for May or June. Work Practice Days are like informal retreats with some meditation and chanting, but friendly conversation is allowed and even encouraged over the many work projects, lunch and tea.
Lunch is free.
On two Saturdays most months we do special services in place of the usual Kanzeon Ceremony. He is often depicted surrounded by flames and holding the vajra sword, which cuts through delusions. He represents the will to train in the midst of all circumstances. On the third Saturday of most months, we do a special Kanzeon Ceremony . We hold a Members' Forum two times a year.