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.
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
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 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
Saturday, December 9th 10:15am
All are welcome to join us in celebrating Buddha’s Enlightenment.
Buddha’s Enlightenment Ceremony
Saturday, November 18th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
Walking with Jizo: A Dharma Talk by Rev. Choro Antonaccio
Saturday, November 11th @10:15 am
"Skin, Flesh, Bones, and Marrow: Bodhidharma's true body". Join us for a Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
“Skin, Flesh, Bones, and Marrow: Bodhidharma’s true body”. A Dharma Talk by Rev. Choro Antonaccio
Saturday, November4th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk by our lay entrusted teacher, Pat Yingst
Thoughts on Detachment: A Dharma Talk by ShiOn Pat Yingst
Saturday, October 28, 2023 @10:15 am
Join us for visiting teacher Kenkai Brandon Lamson's Dharma Talk, as part of our regular Saturday morning program.
A Dharma Talk by Kenkai Brandon Lamson
Saturday, October 21st @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
Practice Period, “the original heart of the single great matter of buddha ancestors”: A Dharma Talk by Rev. Choro Antonaccio
Saturday, October 14th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
In activity and stillness, one community: A Dharma Talk by Rev. Choro Antonaccio
Thursdays 6:45pm Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2, 9, 16 and 30
We will study an important teaching text in Soto Zen: Sandokai – a poem written by our Chinese ancestor Sekito Kisen
Things-As-It-Is: Reading the Sandokai
Saturday, September 23, 2023 @10:15 am
Join us for visiting teacher Konjin Gaelyn Godwin Roshi's Dharma Talk, a part of our regular Saturday morning program.
A Dharma Talk by Konjin Gaelyn Godwin Roshi
Saturday, September 16th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk on The Five Hindrances by our lay entrusted teacher, Pat Yingst
The Five Hindrances: A Dharma Talk by ShiOn Pat Yingst
Fall Practice Period: Oct 21st -Dec 9th
a rare and ideal opportunity for both beginners and experienced Zen practitioners to support each other in bringing zazen into daily life.
AZC Fall 2023 Ango: Things-as-It-Is
Saturday, September 9th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
Light and dark, like the front and back foot walking: A Dharma Talk by Rev. Choro Antonaccio, Austin Zen Center
Wednesday, August 23 to Sunday, August 27th
Visiting teacher, Rev. Kokyo Henkel is leading a 5 Day Denko-é (Study Sesshin).
5 Day Study Sesshin with Rev. Kokyo Henkel
Saturday, July 22nd @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk, part of our Saturday morning program.
Something about Love: a Dharma Talk by Rev. Renshin Bunce
Saturday, July 8th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk with ACZ's Guiding Teacher
Right Speech, Kind Speech, and the power to turn the destiny of the nation: a Dharma Talk by Rev. Choro Antonaccio, Austin Zen Center
The Director facilitates communication with the practice community and wider community, organizes programs and finances, and ensures smooth operations of the center.
AZC is looking to hire a Director
Saturday, July 15th from 1:30pm - 4pm
Join us for a Workshop led by Daigan Gaither.
Workshop with Rev. Daigan Gaither: Soto Zen Practice: What and Why Do We Do What We Do?
Saturday, July 15th @ 10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk by Rev. Daigan Gaither, a part of our regular Saturday morning program.
Soto Zen Practice: What and Why Do We Do What We Do?: A Dharma Talk by Daigan Gaither
Saturday, June 24th @10:15 am
Join us for a Dharma Talk by our lay entrusted teacher, Pat Yingst