When we encounter conversations around race, justice, and inequity, we also meet our own suffering, karma, and the vow for liberation for all beings, ourselves included. As so many of our communities are gripped by often challenging discussions around race, we offer these Community Circles as spaces for group reflection, skill building, and mutual support around the unfolding of race, racism, and this important moment of reckoning in which we now find ourselves. These groups are meant to meet different individuals at different stages of their path in unfolding these topics.

We are so happy to announce our Fall & Winter 2020 Programming schedule! In this complete guide to our programs, you will find a variety of classes, community groups, special ceremonies, and opportunities for Zen practice!

Click Here For Link To Fall & Winter 2020 Programming Guide

Fall 2020 Practice Term Student Resources

Practice Term students can find helpful links, documents, and other resources here.

During the COVID-19 Pandemic, we have adjusted our programs to be in accordance with CDC, State, and local guidelines for Faith Based communities.

Head Teacher Ejo McMullen
Sunday March 8th, 10:00 AM

Please join us for the Novice Priest ordination of Jakuen de la Paz. For the last year, Jakuen has been unfolding the Way in our temple community as a Postulant, one who has set out an intention to consider living the life of a Priest. This Sunday, he will pass through another gate, committing to on-going practice, study, training, and service as a Novice Priest. This ceremony is not only a great encouragement for the ordainee, but for the entire Sangha.

Head Teacher Ejo McMullen
Tuesdays: February 11th – April 7th 
7:00p - 8:30

How shall I live?  This is the most fundamental of spiritual questions.  One aspect of our response to this question is ethics.  What should and should not be done?  The Sixteen Bodhisattva Precepts represent our aspiration to live an ethical life and our commitment to the continual inquiry that such a life demands. 

2020 Winter/Spring Program Schedule and Information

Lead by Sokai Dylan Lamar
Tuesdays: January 21st, 24st & February 4th
7:00p - 8:30

A thorough introduction to the basics of Zen practice and form. Classes will focus on seated meditation (Zazen), Chanting, Temple Forms, and Studying Zen. Class begins with a short period of Zazen. Registration required

Orientation: Sunday, February 2nd 
12:00p - 1:00. 

Term Meetings: Sundays, 2/16, 3/22, 4/19
12:30p - 2:30p 

The foremost aim of the Term Student Program is to cultivate and guide our sincere heart through inquiry into the Buddha way.  We do that through committing to regular practice, study and mutual support.  Please see the Term Student Explanation sheet for further information.

Starting January 22nd 
2nd and 4th Wednesdays
7:00pm - 8:30pm

"Brothers in the Dharma" is a group where men in the community can come together to talk about a variety of subjects, especially the unique issues facing men and especially Buddhist men today.

Four Part Series
Tuesdays, 7:00pm - 8:30pm 
Nov 19, 26 & Dec 10,17
Lead by Head Teacher Ejo McMullen

Meditation is not the goal, it is a path that continually unfolds the depths of being. 

December 1st - December 8th, 2019

Rohatsu Sesshin, a 7 day silent meditation intensive, is our most rigorous of the year. “Rohatsu” means the eighth day of the twelfth month, when Shakyamuni Buddha was said to awaken to the Way upon seeing the morning star. Registration is required for meals and overnight stay. Please fill out this registration form and send it to office@buddhaeye.org, or drop it off in person at the temple.

Saturday, November 9 2019
9:00am - 12pm 
Lead by Sokai Dylan Lamar

Why do we do things this way? How do I orient in this sometimes-bewildering culture? What is that altar about? Am I doing this right? This class will provide a thorough introduction to the basics of Zen practice and form.

Sunday November 10th 12:30pm 

Join us for an afternoon of working together!  We will be focusing on seasonal yard care and preparing our year-end fundraising mailer. 

Head Teacher Ejo McMullen
Sunday November 3rd, 10:00 AM

During our annual Segaki ceremony we make offerings to the hungry ghosts, both without and within, unlocking their inability to receive nourishment, as well as nourishing ourselves. After the ceremony, be sure to join us for a community lunch of delicious Indian food!

Tuesdays: October 1st - November 5th
7:00p - 8:30
Lead by Head Teacher, Ejo McMullen Osho

An introductory study of the foundational concepts of Buddhism, especially within the Mahayana School of Buddhism. Registration required.

Thursdays: 
September 12th & 19th, October 10th.
7:00p - 8:30

If you have ever been interested in learning how to perform a ceremonial role at the temple, consider joining the Ritual Forms Cadre! Registration required.

Select Thursdays throughout the Fall
6:30p - 8:30
Lead by Myobun Freinkel Tishman

For Fall 2019 Dharma Seminar will study Dōgen Zenji’s essay “Being-Time” (“Uji”). Registration required.

Wednesdays, 7:00pm
July 10th - September 18, 2019.

This is a group where men in the community can come together to talk about the unique issues facing men, especially Buddhist men today.