Welcome
Compassionate Ocean Zen Center is dedicated to the central practice of awakening for the benefit of all. The activities of the Center cultivate awareness of the essential beauty and dignity of life coming from full engagement with life-as-it-is.
Compassionate Ocean Zen Center is named after Jikai Dainin Katagiri Roshi, the root teacher of Joen and Michael O’Neal. Jikai (Compassionate Ocean) refers to reality itself, which always holds us and bathes us with compassion. Even in times of great suffering, still we are held in the great ocean of Buddha’s compassion.
The Center offers programs in Zen practice and study. We also offer the nationally-acclaimed Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program quarterly.
Happenings
Sunday Meditation & Dharma Talk
Sundays, 9:00–11:15 A.M.
Weekday Morning Meditation
Mondays–Fridays, 7:00–8:15 A.M.
Spring Introduction to Mindfulness Course
Tuesdays, Mar. 29–May 17 (6:30–9:00 P.M.)
Spring Buddhist Studies Course:
The Wonderful Teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh
Wednesdays, Mar. 30–May 18 (7:00–9:00 P.M.)
Introduction to Zen Practice Mini-Course
Mondays, May 9 & 16 (7:00–9:00 P.M.)
Open House During Art-A-Whirl Weekend
Friday, May 20 (5:00–10:00 P.M.)
Saturday, May 21 (Noon–8:00 P.M.)
Sunday, May 22 (Noon—5:00 P.M.)
Summer Introduction to Mindfulness Course
Tuesdays, June 8–July 26 (6:30–9:00 P.M.)
Summer Buddhist Studies Course:
Wednesdays, June 9–July 27 (7:00–9:00 P.M.)
Introduction to Zen Practice Mini-Course
Mondays, June 20 & 27 (7:00–9:00 P.M.)
COVID-19 Information
We are now open for in-person activities (effective March 15, 2022)!
Many activities will continue to be offered by Zoom as well. We look forward to seeing you again whenever you are comfortable visiting in person!
Pre-registration is required for courses and sesshins. Everyone is welcome to attend Sunday and Weekday gatherings.
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Full COVID-19 vaccination (including booster) is required.
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Masks are required while inside the building.
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Physical distancing will be practiced.
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Please do not visit if you are feeling ill.
Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
Summer 2022 Newsletter Now Available Online
In this issue:
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"Taking Refuge in Buddha" by Michael O'Neal
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Spring Appeal Letter from Board Co-Chairs
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Summer course descriptions and sesshin announcements
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Annual Meeting recap, photos, and board of directors feature
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2022 Summer and Fall Activities Calendar
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Recognition of Community Members in Service
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Art-a-Whirl Open House and Intro to Zen Practice Mini-Course dates
Current Courses
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
A Thorough Introduction to Mindfulness Practice
Spring 2022
This course will be offered fully in-person at
652 17th Ave NE in Minneapolis.
Tuesdays, March 29–May 17
6:30–9:00 P.M.
This class includes a one-day
retreat on Saturday, May 14.
The Wonderful Teachings of Thich Nhat Hanh
Spring 2022
This course will be held in-person at the Center, with an option for remote participation via Zoom if requested.
Wednesdays, March 30–May 18
7:00–9:00 P.M.
Buddhist Studies
Upcoming Courses
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
A Thorough Introduction to Mindfulness Practice
Summer 2022
This course will be offered fully in-person at
652 17th Ave NE in Minneapolis.
Tuesdays, June 7–July 26
6:30–9:00 P.M.
This class includes a one-day
retreat on Saturday, July 23.
Future Course Dates
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Sept. 20–Nov. 8, 2022
Summer 2022
This course will be held in-person at the Center, with an option for remote participation via Zoom if requested.
Wednesdays, June 8–July 27
7:00–9:00 P.M.
Future Course Dates
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Sept. 21–Nov. 9, 2022
Buddhist Studies
Ongoing Programs
Meditation & Gatherings
Sunday Meditation & Dharma Talk
In-Person and via Zoom
Sunday Mornings
9:00–11:15 A.M.
Weekday Morning Meditation
In-Person and via Zoom
Monday–Friday Mornings
7:00–8:15 A.M.
New: Thursday Evening Meditation
During June & July
Thursday Evenings
9:00–11:15 A.M.7:30–9:00 P.M.
Retreats (Sesshin)
Summer 2022
Friday, June 10, 7:00 P.M.–Sunday, June 12, noon.
Friday, July 15, 5:30 P.M.–Sunday, July 17, 1:00 P.M. (at Ryumonji)
Monday, Aug. 29, 5:00 P.M.–Monday, Sept. 5, 2:00 P.M. (at Hokyoji)
Fall 2022
Friday, Oct. 14, 7:00 P.M.–Sunday, Oct. 16, noon.
Friday, Nov. 11, 7:00 P.M.–Sunday, Nov. 13, noon.
Thursday, Dec. 1, 7:00 P.M.–Thursday, Dec. 8, 8:15 A.M. (Rohatsu)
