Zen Buddhist Ritual Celebrating Life’s Important Moments
Celebrating Life’s Transitions New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care Zen Priests are authorized to perform weddings, memorial services, baby and home blessings, and other important ceremonies. Our priests have been trained in a variety of ceremonies, and will work closely with you to find and adapt, the right ritual for your particular need. […]
Online & In-Person Zendo
New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care now offers a daily and weekly online and in-person schedule of zazen (meditation) and dharma events. All times listed are in Eastern Time. To join us online, use the Zoom links listed below on a desktop computer, ipad, mobile devices, and phone. To join us in-person, […]
Announcing Thirteen Scholarships for Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC)
The New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care is offering thirteen full BIPOC scholarships for the Foundations in Contemplative Care training that begins in October 2020. We see this as an important step toward change. We will continue to educate ourselves and to practice in accordance with the teachings of the Buddha that, “My […]
Recommended Books to Deepen Your Practice
Let knowledge and new perspectives color your journey It’s wonderful to dip into the diversity of interpretations regarding the tradition of meditation. Reading offers a chance to deepen your understanding of the concepts associated with the tradition of mediation no matter where you are on your journey. Here is a list of books that […]
Guided Meditation: Magic Carpet II | Robert Chodo Campbell
Free live guided meditations every Thursday at 6:30 PM ET. Find out more here: https://zencare.org/online-zendo/ ZenTalk Notes: Sensei Robert Chodo Campbell is a co-founder of the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care and is part of the core faculty for the Buddhist Track in the Master in Pastoral Care and Counseling at Zen Center’s […]
What Do We Do With The Garden That Is Entrusted To Us? | Koshin Paley Ellison
“The bones and skulls of those who did not turn back from this continuous practice are enshrined in seven treasure pagodas and given respect by humans and devas.” Drawing inspiration from his teacher’s two-acre garden on Long Island, NY, Sensei Koshin wonders what it means to tend to the gardens of our own lives, especially […]
Guided Meditation: “Desert Journey” | Robert Chodo Campbell (Audio Only)
Free live guided meditations every Thursday at 6:30 PM ET. Find out more here: https://zencare.org/online-zendo/ ZenTalk Notes: Sensei Robert Chodo Campbell is a co-founder of the New York Zen Center for Contemplative Care and is part of the core faculty for the Buddhist Track in the Master in Pastoral Care and Counseling at Zen Center’s […]
Do Not Chase The Tides Of Your Life | Koshin Paley Ellison
“Gossiping and taking sides does not take a lot of practice.” In this dharma talk, Sensei Koshin discusses the importance of not being swayed by one’s emotional reactivities. Drawing upon examples of teachers who were able to remain completely present with outright injustice against them, he urges us to continue practicing, especially when it is […]
How Much Merit Have I Earned? | Robert Chodo Campbell
“Never, ever be afraid to make some noise and get in good trouble, necessary trouble.” — John Lewis Sensei Chodo gives a moving and wide-ranging talk, discussing: Bodhidharma meeting Emperor Wu, breaking down and explaining the meaning behind the heart sutra, and the wisdom inherent in our primordial nature. He also shares lessons from The […]
Online Foundations in Contemplative Care Information Session
Monday, August 10th from 7:30pm-8:30pm, ET
Join us for an online evening information session to learn more about NYZCCC’s comprehensive introductory training to caregiving from a Zen Buddhist perspective.
