Welcome
Clouds in Water is a vibrant community in the Soto Zen Buddhist tradition, with a mission to awaken the heart of great wisdom and compassion, interrupt systemic oppression and cultivate joy.
Founded in 1994, we regularly offer meditation, classes, and retreats. We are located in the historic Rondo neighborhood of St. Paul, and everywhere via Zoom. We welcome people of all backgrounds and faiths.
Find refuge in the heart of the Twin Cities
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An Interfaith Service of Trans Solidarity
Dec. 9, 7-8 pmClouds is one of the sponsors for this important event.
If you are interested in attending, please register ASAP. Space may be limited.
If you would like to watch the livestream, please CLICK HERE.
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Support During Holiday Season
November & December
Are you seeking a little additional support as you prepare to spend the holidays with friends and loved ones during these high-intensity times? Perhaps you are looking for alternatives to alcohol-heavy fall and winter holiday gatherings?In November and December, we will have ceremonies for loved ones who have died, weekly yoga, 108 bows of refuge and repentance on Thanksgiving, a winter meditation retreat (Rohatsu) celebrating Buddha’s enlightenment, and we will ring in the New Year with noodles, bells and meditation on New Year’s Eve.
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Winter Food & Clothing Drives
Nov. 13 - Dec. 15
Clouds in Water is partnering with the Department of Indian Work and Interfaith Action St. Paul on a Food Drive for a local Native-focused food shelf.
Most requested items are baking items, cereals, soups and side dishes and snacks.
Clouds in Water is also partnering with Neighborhood House in St. Paul, collecting winter clothing for families and individuals in need.
They are seeking jackets/coats, gloves, hats, scarves, boots, socks, snow pants and blankets.
We will be gathering new/gently used, clean clothing items and quality non-perishable food through December 15.
We have large collection bins as you enter the main doors at Clouds.
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A Snapshot of Clouds News
New issue available monthly
Find a paper copy at Clouds in Water, or view the PDF at the link below.
Dharma Talks
Meditation
Zazen (meditation) is at the heart of our practice. We have offerings throughout the week in person and on zoom. We also offer sesshins (retreats) throughout the year, at Clouds in Water and at Ryumonji Zen Monastery and Hokyoji Zen Practice Community.
All levels of experience are welcome!
Study
There is always a class, workshop, or practice group happening at Clouds! In addition to our Fall and Spring practice periods, we offer classes on anything from karma to the precepts to embodied social justice.
Community
Our sangha - community - is made up of a diverse groups of folks from all over the Twin Cities (and the country, via Zoom). We gather together every Sunday and have many opportunities to connect through our classes, practice groups, and sesshins (retreats).