This is from Kate and Michael – Bethan will be attending for the day and other Sangha members have indicated they will attend part of the day. The schedule is below. This is a lovely lovely Sangha who practice in the Soto Zen tradition.
Dear dharma friends,
As you may know, Mountain Rain Zen Community has moved to a new space, after a long search and months of preparation. We would like to invite your Sangha to our Open-House Zendo-Warming, Saturday, April 28, and our Zendo dedication ceremony Sunday, April 29. The Open-House will not be a formal Zen retreat, but a way to sit together and imbue our new space with the warmth and generosity of the Buddha-Way we share.
In gassho,
Myoshin Kate McCandless and Shinmon Michael Newton
and the Mountain Rain Zen Community Council
Saturday, April 28
Help us warm our new Zendo with your whole-hearted practice. You can come for all or part of the day. No registration required. No fees – donations gratefully accepted. Please call 604-462-0604 if you have any questions.
9:00-12:00 Zazen (sitting) and Kinhin (walking)
Service followed by Lunch
2:00-5:00 Zazen (sitting) and Kinhin (walking)
Tea and Cookies served midway
Service followed by Dinner
7:00-9:00 Zazen (sitting) and Kinhin (walking)
Pali Refuges
A light informal meal will be served for lunch and dinner. First ten minutes in silence, then time to visit with Sangha friends. Cushions, benches and chairs will be available.
Sunday, April 29
10:00-12:00 Zendo Dedication Ceremony and Reception
