Joshua Sandeman, a former SFZC resident, is a Nurse Practitioner based in Salem, Oregon. “Medicine puts me face-to-face with all manner of human suffering and it can be a challenge to take care of feelings of burnout, detachment, and despair.”
Writing Is How I Live, an interview with Zenju Earthlyn Manuel
Zenju started writing as an eight-year-old. In her twenties Zenju was writing short stories and she submitted one to a journal edited by Pearl Cleage. It was published and that was the first time she earned money as a writer.
Meet Eli Brown-Stevenson, SFZC’s New Secretary
“I’ve been well trained for the Secretary position. I have been behind the scenes enough that I don’t feel so new as an officer.” There are many ways in which Eli feels supported in his new role.
Sew with Heart: An International Zen Sewing Practice Period
The Zen Buddhist Sewing Teachers and Everyday Zen launched a six-month online practice period in June 2021, called Sewing with Heart.
In Appreciation of Thomas Cleary: A Personal Remembrance
Thomas Cleary translated many Zen texts, including koan collections and Dogen fascicles. His many brilliant translations from various spiritual traditions is a tremendous gift.
Meet Sozan Miglioli, SFZC’s New President
Sozan Miglioli became San Francisco Zen Center’s President in January 2021, after serving as Vice President for several years. In this interview he spoke of his vision and priorities for his new role.
Spring Priest Ordination at Tassajara
On May 22, Zenko Jordan Montgomery received shukke tokudo (priest ordination) from his teacher, Zenshin Greg Fain, along with co-preceptors City...
When You Greet Me I Bow: Interview with Cynthia Schrager
Cynthia Schrager is the editor of Norman Fischer’s new book, When You Greet Me I Bow: Notes and Reflections from a Life in Zen. A member of Everyday Zen, Cynthia has been a student of Norman’s since 2010.
Enso Village Ground Blessing and Financing
On June 17, San Francisco Zen Center’s Central Abbot Ed Sattizahn, Enso Village Spiritual Director Susan O’Connell, and Green Gulch Farm Senior...