As SFZC prepares for the transition of its abbatial seats, we are pleased to invite the sangha to participate in ceremonies over March 10 – 12.
Meet Mako Voelkel, the Next City Center Abiding Abbot
Mako hopes to work with the community of practitioners to reinvigorate urban practice, with respect and kindness towards every person.
Suzuki Roshi’s Home Temple in Japan Celebrates its 550th Anniversary
Rinso-in was originally built on the coast in 1471 and was relocated to a higher site in 1497 … on a hillside at the edge of a large bird sanctuary.
Meet Rosemary Jordan, New CEO of Enso Village
“People of different ages and at different points in their Zen training were interested in and excited about Enso Village.”
City Center Opens for Public Ceremonies
City Center is pleased to welcome people to several ceremonies that are now open for in-person attendance.
Jukai Ceremony on Mt. Tamalpais
Katy and Jordan received the precepts surrounded by mountains, ocean, and the good earth among their parents and sangha friends.
Hike, Sit, March: A Gallery of Sangha Celebrations
We held four gatherings in June to celebrate Zen-a-thon 2022 – we hope you enjoy this gallery of photos from the gatherings.
Nancy Petrin on Becoming a Lay Teacher
“I found my path by continuing to cultivate the tender growing edge of my practice.”
Upcoming Abbatial Transitions
Abbot Ed Sattizahn announces changes coming up in March 2023 in the Abbatial Leadership at San Francisco Zen Center.