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THE SAN MATEO ZEN COMMUNITY
We are a welcoming sangha of folks from all walks of life who join together
to create a culture of transformation.
The word “Zen” means meditation, at once immediate and ancient.
We often drop koans into our sitting ~ stories of our founders that help us explore and find freedom.
PACIFIC ZEN LUMINARIES SERIES
A Series of Conversations Hosted by Jon Joseph & Friends
Jon Joseph Roshi created this series to support the hardworking innovators and shining voices of modern Zen: scholars, writers, poets, translators, activists, artists, teachers, and more.Next Guest: Classicist, Translator, & Author Emily Wilson
The Goddesses and Women of Homer
December 11, 2024
STAY TUNED FOR LINK
Monday Meditation with San Mateo Zen
WEEKLY KOAN ZEN MEETING
6–7:30 PM PACIFIC TIME
Join us on Mondays, with Jon Joseph Roshi
We meet every week on Zoom
for koan meditation, dharma talk, and conversation.
All are welcome.
To get the link, register FREE or opt to donate $10.
Dana and donations gratefully accepted.
Next Meeting on September 23rd
Questions?
Call 415-608-8460
Email jjoseph5450@gmail.com
“I have practiced Zen for many years and found the people at San Mateo Zen to be friendly and welcoming. Discussions of koans were inspiring. Thanks for a lovely time.” ~ Polly C.
“The San Mateo Zen Community is a comfortable place to practice, open and supportive. Zen Roshi Jon Joseph is kind, understanding; he teaches immediacy.” ~ Jeff S.
“Thank you for this blog post JJ, I really love your teaching! ‘Laughter at the utter ridiculousness of worrying that even one thing in all the universe was out of place.’ Yes, perfect! So good to be with you last weekend.” ~ Ellen F.