Saturday, May 18th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk by our lay entrusted teacher, Pat Yingst
Saturday, May 25th @10:15 am
Join us for A Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
The intimacy of not knowing: pilgrimage to Japan. A Dharma Talk w/Rev. Choro Antonaccio
Saturday, June 1st, 1:30-3
In this workshop, Austin Zen Center will conduct its first Jizo Ceremony
Workshop Jizo Ceremony w/ Rev. Andrea Ryushin Thach
Saturday, June 1st @10:15 am
Join us for A Dharma Talk with visiting teacher Rev. Ryushin Andrea Thach
The Heart of Jizo Bodhisattva’s Way: A Dharma Talk w/Rev. Ryushin Andrea Thach
Saturday, July 13th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk with AZC's Visiting Teacher
Saving All Beings: A Dharma Talk by Visiting Teacher Rev. Kyosho Valorie Beer
Saturday, April 20th, 9:15am
Take refuge in sangha and enter a circle of compassion: being completely present with the experience of others and of yourself.
Universal Ceasefire Sitting
Saturday, April 27th @10am - 1pm
Join us for zazen and a Sangha Work Morning, lunch provided by AZC.
Sangha Work Morning & Lunch
Saturday, March 16th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk by our lay entrusted teacher, Pat Yingst
The Experience of Sesshin: A Dharma Talk with ShiOn Pat Yingst
Saturday, March 23rd @10:15 am
Join us for A Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
A Dharma Talk w/Rev. Choro Antonaccio
Saturday, March 30, 1:00-2:30
New date! Join us for an introductory overview to the fellowship and a Zen inspired perspective on Contemplative Medicine. Registration now open.
Contemplative Caregiving Workshop with Dr. Mary Shepherd
Saturday, March 23 @ 2pm
Austin Zen Center will hold a Zaike Tokudo Ceremony (often called Jukai)
Zaike Tokudo (Jukai): Staying home, crossing over
Saturday, April 6th @10:15 am
Join us for A Dharma Talk with visiting teacher Rev Teah Strozer
A Dharma Talk w/Rev. Teah Strozer
Saturday, May 4th @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
Saturday, May11th @ 10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk by Rev. Daigan Gaither, a part of our regular Saturday morning program.
Practicing with Sexual Energy: Precepts, Presence and Power. A Dharma Talk by Daigan Gaither
August 6 - 11, 2024
Join us for a Sangha Week at our home monastery (and hot-springs) in the Ventana Wilderness of California. Application closed 4/9/24 at 5pm.
2024 Sangha Week at Tassajara
Saturday, May 11th, 1:30-3:00
In this workshop, co-led by Revs. Gathier and Antonaccio, we will explore our vow in the context of responsible, healing, and healthy sexual choices.
Practicing with Sexual Energy: A Workshop w/ Rev. Daigan Gaither & Rev. Choro Antonaccio
AZC is looking for a highly organized, collaborative and tech savvy professional with administrative experience to support the day to day operations of the temple. Read more.
AZC is Looking to Hire a Temple Administrator
Saturday, March 9th @10:15 am
Join us for A Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
A Dharma Talk on “Faith” w/Rev. Choro Antonaccio
Saturday, February 17th, 9:15am
Take refuge in sangha and enter a circle of compassion: being completely present with the experience of others and of yourself.
Universal Ceasefire Sitting
Saturday, February 24th @ 10am - 1pm
Join us for zazen and a Sangha Work Day with a potluck lunch.
Sangha Work Day & Potluck Lunch
Thursday Feb 8th @6:45pm
Join us for an LGBTQIA+ Meetup w/Rev. Jisan Tova Green
LGBTQIA+ Meetup w/Rev. Jisan Tova Green
Saturday, February 10th @10:15 am
Join us for Finding Spaciousness in Challenging Times: A Dharma Talk with Rev. Jisan Tova Green
Finding Spaciousness in Challenging Times: A Dharma Talk w/Rev. Jisan Tova Green
Saturday February 10, 6am-5pm
This is a one day retreat led by Rev. Jisan Tova Green in which we will learn and practice the forms of meditation together.
One Day Meditation Retreat Led by Rev. Jisan Tova Green
Saturday, February 3rd @10:15 am
Join us for A Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
A Dharma Talk w/Rev. Choro Antonaccio
Saturday, January 27th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk by our lay entrusted teacher, Pat Yingst
The Mess We’re In: A Dharma Talk with ShiOn Pat Yingst
Saturday, January 20th @10:15 am
Take refuge in sangha and enter a circle of compassion: being completely present with the experience of others and of yourself.
Circle of the Community
Saturday, January 13, 1:30-3:30
In this workshop, we will look at ways to increase the health, peace and ease of individuals we encounter who need our presence and support.
Compassion and Safety: A Workshop on Psychological First Aid w/ Rev. Steven Tierney
Saturday, January 13, 2024 @10:15 am
Join us for Compassion and Safety: A Dharma Talk by visiting teacher Rev. Koshin Steven Tierney.
Compassion and Safety: A Dharma Talk by Rev. Koshin Steven Tierney
Saturday, January 6th @10:15 am
Join us for Seeing One Thing Through to the End: A Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
Seeing One Thing Through to the End: A Dharma Talk by Rev. Choro Antonaccio
AZC will be closed Dec 23rd-Jan 1st for Winter Interim
There is no service Sat Dec 23rd. We will be open December 31st for our 2023 Year-End Celebration. All are welcome.