Introduction to Zen Meditation (Online)
2024-08-14 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Online Zoom
This free open class is conducted at 11:00 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month by members of the Nienfo Chan Order.

The class provides a basic introduction to Zen meditative practice. The casual format allows plenty of opportunity for questions and answers.

An online class on Zoom is conducted on the second Wednesday of each month.

Reservations are required for all Introduction to Zen Meditation classes. The link for the Zoom class will be sent with confirmation email. Make a Reservation

"Buddhism and Politics" with Venerable Shih Mingxing
2024-08-15 19:00 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Politics are on everyone’s minds these days. How does the Buddhist tradition view partisan politics? Venerable Shih Mingxing will delve into this most interesting and timely topic.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84723107437?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 847 2310 7437 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Morning Meditation and Zen Tea
2024-08-17 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-09-07 09:00 - 10:00 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Periods of seated and walking practice, followed by the chanting of the Heart Sutra and the silent drinking of tea in the Meditation Hall.

Internal Arts Class (free, donations appreciated)
2024-08-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
The Qigong class begins shortly after morning Zen meditation and consists of 60 minutes of Qigong internal energy exercises and meditations conducted in a relaxed atmosphere.

Qigong exercises strengthen the muscles and sinews, boost the immune system and help one to regulate the body’s internal energy for purposes of health, longevity and spirituality.

Qigong is a valuable adjunct to Zen meditation practice but can also be a stand-alone practice for those who do not study or practice Zen.

Introduction to Zen Meditation
2024-08-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-09-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
This free open class is conducted at 11:00 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month by members of the Nienfo Chan Order.

The class provides a basic introduction to Zen meditative practice. The casual format allows plenty of opportunity for questions and answers.

An online class on Zoom is conducted on the second Wednesday of each month.

Reservations are required for all Introduction to Zen Meditation classes. Make a Reservation

Sunday Morning Zen Meditation
2024-08-18 09:00 - 10:00
Sunday Morning Zen Meditation includes periods of seated and walking practice and a traditional Zen chanting service which includes chanting of the Heart Sutra, the Ten-Verse Life-Prolonging Kuan-Yin Sutra, the Four Bodhisattva Vows, the Verse In Praise of Water and a chant honoring the venerable Chan Ancestors.

Golden Wisdom Virtual Sangha on Zoom
2024-08-19 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-09-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom
Led by Venerable Shih Zuandao, this virtual Zen group meets for meditation on the first three Mondays of each month. A Zen Study session is conducted on the fourth Monday. All sessions begin at 7:00 p.m. local time (Eastern, USA). All are welcome.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85439673161?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 854 3967 3161 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Tuesday Evening Group Meditation
2024-08-20 19:00 - 20:30, 2024-09-03 19:00 - 20:30 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
Group meditative practice is the beating heart of any Zen Center. Our group Zen practice, which begins at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, includes two periods of seated meditation interspersed with walking meditation practice.

This is followed by chanting practice, a Dharma Talk and a discussion, followed by social tea and conversation.

Zendo Closed for Summer Break
2024-08-21, 2024-08-22, 2024-08-23, 2024-08-24, 2024-08-25, 2024-08-26, 2024-08-27, 2024-08-28 and 5 more dates

Group Zen Meditaton on Zoom
2024-09-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Online Zoom
On the first Thursday at 7:00 p.m. local time (Eastern, USA) members of our international Sangha gather online to practice Zen meditation which is led by members of the Nienfo Chan Order.
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87552896581?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 875 5289 6581 Passcode: [REDACTED]

"Day of Healing" With Buddhaheart Fellowship
2024-09-07 20:00 - 21:00 | Online Zoom
The Day of Healing, led by Dharma Heir Venerable Shih Jingang, includes activities such as Group Zen Meditation, Loving-Kindness Practice, Precepts Affirmation, Calming Light Recitation Practice, Dharma Talks, Discussions and more. The Day of Healing is generally held on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Australian Eastern Standard Time, which translates to Saturdays from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in North America. Daylight Saving Time in North America ends on November 3rd, 2024, so be sure to adjust accordingly.
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84657917404

Meeting ID: 846 5791 7404 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Sunday Morning Zen Meditation
2024-09-08 09:00 - 10:00 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States

Atonement Service
2024-09-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Cloudwater Zendo, 3820 Superior Ave, Cleveland, OH, 44114, United States
The Atonement Service centers around the principle of Universal Compassion as represented by Kuan-Yin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. The service encourages us to examine those thoughts, words and actions which may have caused us to create suffering. We then make a series of vows which can assist us to improve our behavior for the benefit of all. The service includes the chanting of the Dharani of Great Compassion as well as some recitative meditation, an incense offering and a Dharma Talk by Master Shih Ying-Fa or senior monks over informal tea.
