A dog’s Buddha-nature,
Presents the true directive in full:
As soon as you get into yes and no,
You lose your body and forfeit you life.
– Mumon Ekai (1229)
Stray Dog Zen: A Hollow Bones Rinzai Community
We are a sacred order, bringing into being a harmonious and loving world through the practice of meditative, compassionate awareness and mindful stewardship.
– Hollow Bones Sutra Book
Opportunities For You
We offer three different gatherings each month. Open to all.
Meditation, Qigong and Inquiry:
The first Wednesday of every month 7 pm – 9:30 pm
Next meeting June 5th, 2019
- Opening Check-in
- Chanting
- Qigong
- Meditation
- Koan Study and Inquiry
- Closing Check-in
- Tea
Morning Service and Practice:
Usually the third Sunday of each month 10 am to noon.
Next meeting May 19th, 2019
- Opening Check-in
- Morning Service
- Meditation
- Qigong
- Koan Study
- Closing Check in
- Lunch
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Cyber-Sangha:
The third Wednesday of each month. May 22nd, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
- Opening Check-n
- Meditation
- Qigong
- Koan Study
- Closing Check in