Two Opportunities

Ango Practice Period

We invite our Sophia Zen Sangha members into an Ango Practice Period from now, through our national elections, up till Inauguration Day, January 20, 2025. 

An ango is a Japanese term for a period of intense training or practice for students of Zen Buddhism. The practice during ango consists of meditation, study, work and/or any intention you create for this time. The word ango literally translates as “dwelling in peace.” Certainly, we all share that intention for our nation, our world, our families, and ourselves.

During this time, our Zoom Zendo is available for community zazen every Sunday from 7PM to 7:30 PM CT – a way for us to hold our intention together. Nyokai Pat will lead members in a lovingkindness chant at the end. There are a few Sundays when Pat will not available at that time. You are still welcome to join together online.

Please, participate as you are able.

Election Refuge Online Gathering

Instead of gluing our eyes to the returns, we can enjoy an evening of Music, Poetry, Wisdom, and Teachings – An Island of Sanity. This evening features:

•Visions of the Great Turning and living in Deep Time

•Stirring and inspiring poetry and songs

•Wisdom from Buddhist and other spiritual traditions

•Humor, music with heart, Asian Bells, poetry, silence, and more

Led by a wonderful team of singers, poets, and wisdom teachers,

to stir and strengthen our souls!

Guests include:

Ofosu Jones-Quartey- Hip-hop artist and Buddhist teacher

Renee Benmeleh- Vocal improv, embodied sound

Reggie Harris- Folk/Blues/Gospel Singer

Ayya Santacitta -Buddhist teacher (Aloka Dharma Earth Room)

and more

For more information and to register (it’s free if you can’t afford or donation through PayPal!), please use this link: https://mailchi.mp/betsyrosemusic.org/no-better-time-to-sing-21543705?e=[UNIQID]