Meditation & Gatherings
Sunday Meditation and Dharma Talk
In-person & via Zoom
9:00–11:15 A.M.
9:00 A.M. zazen, 9:25 kinhin, 9:35 zazen, 10:00 dharma talk and discussion, 11:15 closing
Weekday Meditation
Monday – Friday
In-person & via Zoom
7:00–8:00 A.M.
7:00 A.M. zazen, 7:40 chanting,
8:00 closing
Thursday Evening Meditation
June – July
In-person
7:30–9:00 p.m.
7:30 p.m. zazen, 8:10 kinhin,
8:20 zazen, 9:00 closing
Sunday Programs specially oriented to new people
9:00–11:15 A.M.
In-person & Via Zoom
Sunday, November 15th, 2026
Sunday, January 10th, 2027
These Sunday morning programs include brief guided meditation instruction and a Dharma talk oriented to those newer to Compassionate Ocean or Zen. Welcome sessions provide extra orientation than a typical Sunday, and are a great time to bring a friend to attend the Sunday morning program for the first time.
The Compassionate Ocean Sangha (community) is a group practicing in the Soto Zen Buddhist tradition with special inspiration from Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh. Throughout the year we have weekly gatherings that include sitting and walking meditation, Dharma talks and discussions, mindful movement, chanting and singing, and other spiritual practices. Dharma talks focus on aspects of Buddhist teaching and their application to everyday life.
Everyone is invited to participate. There are no prerequisites or fees; donations are welcome.