The board and the teacher-ryo would like to create more opportunities to connect with members in order to build a stronger community. Therefore, for the next several months, we will hold sangha council practice meetings. Also known as talking circles, these meetings are an opportunity to share from the heart your hopes and concerns for Clouds, and for the board and teachers to listen deeply and answer questions that may arise.
[Read More]We are excited to once again offer sesshin at the beautiful Hokyoji Zen Practice Community, located among the forested hills of southeastern Minnesota, just a few miles from the Mississippi River. At this retreat, we will be diving deeply into the teachings of the Heart Sutra, guided by Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh’s translation of the sutra, and his commentary on it.
[Read More]Sesshin, which means “collecting the heart/mind”, provides a rare chance to step into a sanctuary of stillness, to close the door for a little while on the cacophony, and to appreciate the freedom and spaciousness of life in the present. Whether you are a beginner or experienced practitioner, we hope you will consider joining this wonderful practice.
[Read More]This class offers an introduction to meditation and Zen Buddhism. We will cover how to meditate, how to set up a meditation space at home, basic Buddhist terms and teachings, and an overview of the Clouds in Water community. There will also be time for practice and conversation.
[Read More]Click below for an overview of upcoming classes, sesshin, retreats, workshops and more. 2022 2023
[Read More]What Does Good Look Like
Dharma talk by Daishin Smith on Sunday, July 3, 2022. Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe Apple Podcasts | RSS | More
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Living by Vow
Dharma talk by Shodo Spring on Sunday, June 26, 2022. Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe Apple Podcasts | RSS | More
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Generosity
Dharma talk by Myoshin Diane Benjamin on Sunday, June 19, 2022. Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe Apple Podcasts | RSS | More
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Zen as a Pathway of Devotion
Dharma talk by Bishal Karna on Sunday, June 12, 2022. Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe Apple Podcasts | RSS | More
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Dharma Talk on the Metta Sutta
Dharma talk by Sosan Theresa Flynn on Sunday, June 5th, 2022. Sosan provides commentary and explanation of the Metta Sutta- otherwise known as the Loving Kindness Sutra. It includes a reflection/guided meditation on self empathy and wisdom from various translations of the sutra. Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe Apple Podcasts | RSS…
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The List of (Not-So) Repulsive Things
Guided meditation and dharma talk by Daishin Smith on Sunday, May 29, 2022. The dharma talk begins at about 7 minutes and 10 seconds. Podcast: Play in new window | Download Subscribe Apple Podcasts | RSS | More
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