November 30, 2011
Suzuki Roshi Memorial – 40th Anniversary

Sun, Dec 4, 6:30am

During morning service on the first day of the Rohatsu Sesshin, there will be a ceremony at City Center to commemorate the death of SF Zen Center’s founder.

Photo by Robert Boni

Shunryu Suzuki, 1904-1971. Photo by Robert Boni.

The ceremony will include a special altar offering, appreciative remarks, and all those attending will have the opportunity to offer incense.

 

Features, For Mary Watson

Remembering Mary Watson

I want to invite us to be with Mary's spirit, because she really embodied compassion. When Blanche gave her the precepts, she gave her the name, Eyes of Compassion, Nurturing Teacher, and that's what Mary was.