There were three SFZC shuso ceremonies in December 2025.
Celebrating Our Fall 2025 Shusos
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Bearing Witness in Minneapolis: A Letter to the Sangha from Abbot Mako
Abbot Mako reflects her experiences attending a march in Minneapolis.
Listening to the Stories: An Interview with Tova Green
Deep gratitude for Tova’s many years of practice and service, and the stories she helped bring forward.
Cooking as Practice: A Tenzo and a Volunteer Reflect on Life in the City Center Kitchen
Reflections from the kitchen on cooking, volunteering, and the subtle teachings that arise through shared daily work.
Tassajara Summer Retreats 2026
San Francisco Zen Center is pleased to announce that Tassajara will be offering an inspiring array of retreats this summer!
Food that Brings People Together
City Center Tenzo Claire de Chivre, offers a glimpse into the philosophy, values, and operations of a Zen kitchen.
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.
Lay Initiation Ceremony at Green Gulch – November 16
Congratulations to the initiates who received the precepts at Green Gulch Farm this November.
Christina Lehnherr on Buddha Body, Buddha Mind
Christina Lehnherr shares her vision for a Practice Period grounded in body awareness, stillness, and transformation.