MZC provides a place for meditation, study and reflection, leading to mindful, compassionate action and inner awakening through traditional Soto Zen Practice.
February 15 is the traditional date for the commemoration of Shakyamuni Buddha’s death and his passing into Parinirvana. It is a solemn ceremony with offerings, a reading, chanting and circumambulation of the altar. It will take place after zazen, in the place of morning service.
