Zazen
MSZC holds regularly scheduled sittings. See Schedule page for details.

Collaborative Sangha Study
Collaborative study focuses on a chosen topic using dialogue communication techniques based on the teachings of David Bohm. The group interplay yields an intimate exchange of insights and deepening of Sangha interaction. Currently, this study practice takes place as part of the groups Second Saturday meetings. Please email for additional details – [email protected]

Periodic All Day Zazen and Study Meetings
One day Zazen–Study sessions are held quarterly and an eight-day Rohatsu sesshin in December. Information on each meeting will be announced and posted to the Schedule page.

One-0n-one Personal Study
Renshin and Taizen Verkuilen offer a three  year program entitled The Process of Awakening that begins with the study of the four types of Dhyana as described in the Lankavatara Sutra and culminates in a comprehensive engagement with Ashvaghosa’s Awakening of Faith in the Mahayana.

Also offered is a one-on-one study based on Taizen’s Unfolding the Eightfold Path: A Contemporary Zen Perspective and an introductory study of The Flower Ornament Sutra.

Contact Taizen at [email protected] for more information on personal study.