Four Thursdays, June 8, 15, 22, 29 - 6.45 pm
A summer intensive study of the precepts as taught by Dainin Katagiri Roshi.
Join us for Dharma Talks by Rev. Koji Aquaviva, a part of our regular Saturday morning program.
Dharma Talks by Rev. Koji Acquaviva, Clouds in Water Zen Center
Friday, May 19th - Saturday, May 20th
In this sesshin we will embrace ceremonial manners of the Sōtō Zen tradition such as devotional chanting, ōryōki, and strict silence. We will also take special care of our bodies...
Retreat with Rev. Koji Acquaviva: Longing for the Ancient way: A traditional (yet body friendly) one day sesshin
Saturday, May 13th 1-4pm
This workshop will introduce a variety of ways to sit zazen, each one an appropriate response to a situation you may find yourself in energetically and emotionally.
Workshop with Rev. Koji Acquaviva: The Care You Need: Finding the zazen that’s appropriate for you
Saturday, May 6th @10:15 am
Join us in offering incense and bathing the baby Buddha with sweet tea in his flower pagoda. We will share cake after the ceremony, too.
Buddha’s Birthday Ceremony
Wednesday, June 7th 6:45-7:15pm
Join us for this most ancient of Buddhist ceremonies.
Bodhisattva Full Moon Ceremony
Saturday, April 29 @ 10am - 1pm
Join us for zazen and a Sangha Work Day with a potluck lunch.
Sangha Work Morning & Pizza Lunch
Saturday, April 22 @ 10:15 am
Everyone is warmly invited to participate in our annual Earth Day celebration, scheduled this year during our Saturday public program.
Earth Day Celebration at AZC
Saturday, April 8th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk by Rev. Colin Gipson, a part of our regular Saturday morning program.
Renunciation for Everyday Life: A Dharma Talk by Rev. Colin Gipson, San Antonio Zen Center
Saturday, April 1st @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
An appropriate response: a Dharma Talk by Rev. Choro Antonaccio, Austin Zen Center
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.
Oryoki Sewing Class
Thursday, April 13 - May 4 @ 6:45 - 8:15pm
Join us for a 4-week Intro to Buddhist Teachings class.
An Intro to Buddhist Teachings taught by Pat Yingst
Saturday, March 25th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk by our lay entrusted teacher, Pat Yingst
The Karma of Food: A Dharma Talk by ShiOn Pat Yingst
Saturday, March 18th 1:30-3pm
Join us for an opportunity to hear about and experience Japanese Tea Ceremony (chado) from Linda Mosley sensei.
Zen Tea Workshop with Linda Mosley sensei
Saturday, March 11th @5pm
Watch the SFZC's Installation Ceremony for Abiding Abbotts, including former AZC Head Teacher, Rev. Mako Voelkel
SFZC Mountain Seat Ceremony
Saturday, March 18th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk by Shijun Heather Martin, a part of our regular Saturday morning program.
Continue ReadingHell is other people: A Dharma Talk by Shijun Heather Martin, San Antonio Zen Center
Hell is other people: A Dharma Talk by Shijun Heather Martin, San Antonio Zen Center
Saturday, April 15th @10am-12pm
All are welcome to join us for our Annual Membership Meeting & Brunch
2023 AZC Annual Membership Meeting & Brunch
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.
Do the Work! An Antiracist Activity
Saturday, March 4th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
Dead or Alive: a Dharma Talk by Rev. Choro Antonaccio, Austin Zen Center
AZC welcomes our first Visiting Teacher this Spring
Welcoming Visiting Teacher, Rev. Kyosho Valorie Beer
Saturday, March 11th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk with AZC's Visiting Teacher
Buddha’s Robe: a Dharma Talk by Rev. Kyosho Valorie Beer, San Francisco Zen Center
Saturday, February 11th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
The Five Remembrances: A Dharma Talk by Rev. Choro Antonaccio
Saturday, May 27
Generally at zen temples two periods of zazen are offered in the morning. We would like to extend this practice to the Saturday sangha.
Saturday Sitting & Service
Saturday, January 28th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk by our lay entrusted teacher, Pat Yingst
A Dharma Talk by ShiOn Pat Yingst
Saturday, April 1st from 6am-5pm
Explore sitting with others in a full day of practice, including oryoki breakfast and lunch in the zendo.
One Day Meditation Retreat
Saturday, January 21st @ 10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk by Rev. Daigan Gaither, a part of our regular Saturday morning program.
The Whole of the Holy Life: A Dharma Talk by Daigan Gaither
Saturday, January 14th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
Leaving home while staying put – what is the path of renunciation? A Dharma Talk by Rev. Choro Antonaccio
August 8 - 13, 2023
Join us for a Sangha Week at our home monastery (and hot-springs) in the Ventana Wilderness of California.
Sangha Week at Tassajara
Sunday, June 11th @ 8am–12 pm
A morning of informal practice with zazen (seated meditation), kinhin (walking meditation) and no formal lecture or service.
Sunday Zazenkai
Saturday, January 7 @ 10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk by Rev. Mako Voelkel