Oryoki Sewing Class taught by Kaishin Dawne Schomer
Saturday, June 3 & 24 @ 1:30 – 3:30pm
We are offering the opportunity to sew the traditional cloths for lay person Oryoki to all who are interested.
Welcome to the Austin Zen Center
Austin Zen Center was founded to carry on the teaching of Shunryu Suzuki Roshi in the Soto Zen tradition. Suzuki Roshi’s teaching is characterized by its patient and compassionate approach to practice. When the mind of zazen is lovingly extended to everyday life, our awareness of each moment increases and deep wisdom and compassion are born.
The practice of zazen is available to people of every race, religion, nationality, class, gender, sexual orientation, age, and physical ability. At AZC we seek to embody inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility throughout our teachings, practice, organizational culture, policies, and operations as a manifestation of our vow to awaken together with all beings.
May We And All Beings Realize Their True Nature.
See our regular program schedule here.
Questions about our offerings may be directed to our Temple Administrator
We invite and welcome you to protect yourself and others by wearing a mask.
Since there are vulnerable individuals among us, and the virus can still cause serious illness or death, do not come to the temple if you have Covid or flu symptoms, if you have been ill but not fully cleared the virus, or if you aren’t fully vaccinated.
May all beings be well and safe!
Upcoming Events
An Intro to Buddhist Teachings taught by Pat Yingst
Thursday, April 13 – May 4 @ 6:45 – 8:15pm
Join us for a 4-week Intro to Buddhist Teachings class.
2023 AZC Annual Membership Meeting & Brunch
Saturday, April 15th @10am-12pm
All are welcome to join us for our Annual Membership Meeting & Brunch
Do the Work! An Antiracist Activity
Wednesday, April 26th @6:30pm
Join an online event for beginning or continuing the work of undoing racism, and healing from its pervasive impact in a shame-free environment.
One Day Meditation Retreat
Saturday, April 1st from 6am-5pm
Explore sitting with others in a full day of practice, including oryoki breakfast and lunch in the zendo.
Women’s Group Meets 2nd and 4th Mondays
We meet at 5:30 pm. All women are welcome, regardless of spiritual path. No registration required.
Beginners’ Meditation Instruction
Saturdays from 8-9 am
Join us for our Beginner’s Meditation Instruction in person at AZC
Weekly Chant for Well-Being
Wednesdays @ 6:15pm
Join us in chanting for the well-being of loved ones and those in need, following Wed evening zazen.
Join the AZC Online Zendo
Join us for our regularly scheduled offerings of zazen, now online! Click on the Zoom links within to enter.
Sundays in the Garden
Sundays 10am to noon
Getting together in-person for caring for our garden & grounds is one of the few ways we can practice together body to body!
AZC News
Do the Work! An Antiracist Activity
March 1, 2023
Wednesday, April 26th @6:30pm
Join an online event for beginning or continuing the work of undoing racism, and healing from its pervasive impact in a shame-free environment.
Dharma Discussion Group
June 23, 2022
Join the Dharma Discussion Group for weekly book discussions every Monday at 7pm.
AZC Online Zendo Forms & Etiquette
April 19, 2021
All are welcome to join the AZC Sangha in our online zendo. Please observe the following guidelines to help create a warm and harmonious space.
Join the AZC Chat Room (on Discord)
May 13, 2020
Austin Zen Center now has a live chat server for Sangha members. Sign up here!
The Austin Zen Center depends on your generosity & support to help cultivate & maintain the temple and its heart of practice. Please consider giving back in these ways:
Volunteer at AZC
There are many ways to participate in the AZC community, from ceremonial roles to helping in the communal garden.
Donate to AZC
AZC is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Any amount you wish to donate will be deeply appreciated.
AZC Membership
Make a commitment to Zen practice by making a payment towards your membership or becoming a member of the AZC community.