How do we disrupt harm without making things worse? Many of us feel the urgency to respond to what’s happening politically, but we don’t want to get stuck in polarization, blame, or despair. Dōgen reminds us that practice is about meeting the world as it is: "...carry out good with your body without being concerned […]
Saturday, April 12, 2025 9:00 am-10:30 am Middlebury Studio School 2377 Route 7 South, Middlebury, VT 05753 Jizo Bodhisattva In Japanese Zen Buddhist traditions, Jizo is a beloved bodhisattva, cherished for his/her role as a protector of children, travelers, and the souls of the departed. Often depicted as a child-like monk with a gentle smile, […]
Join us for a half-day introduction to Community Zen, a practice of bringing people together to bridge divides, foster connection, and strengthen our communities. This retreat is designed for people who are actively engaged in their communities—whether through volunteering, donating, nonprofit work, local business, activism, or community leadership—and are looking for ways to deepen their […]