Intro to Zen - Event is Cancelled
2020-03-28 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles)
Please note: All in person events at Kannon Do will be closed for a few weeks starting March 10th, 2020, in order to prevent the spread of the corona virus. We plan to host online meditation sessions and dharma talks soon via zoom until our usual programs resume.

Please join us at 10:30 AM for an Introduction to Zen on Saturday, March 28th. This orientation is intended for individuals new to Zen practice, as well as experienced practitioners who have questions about their contemplative practice. This informal get together takes place on the fourth Saturday of the month, lasting about 90 minutes.

Online Dharma Talk on Zen Practice and Leadership
2020-04-01 19:55 - 21:00
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
This Wednesday evening, April 1st, our abbot Les Kaye will give a talk on Zen Practice and Leadership. The talk will be followed by a discussion. During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Sangha Meeting -TBD
2020-04-04 10:30 - 12:30
Please join us for the Sangha meeting held in the Sangha house at 10: 30 a.m. on April 4th. Everyone is welcome.
During these monthly meetings, the Kannon Do board – and other members and friends who attend – review the operations of our center and ensure that all necessary tasks are being taken care of.
The agenda includes a review of Kannon Do’s financial status, reports on projects underway, identification and action plans for new tasks, reports on the results of past special events, and discussion of upcoming events.
The meeting is a good way to learn how Kannon Do is managed and provides an opportunity to help take care of our center so that it continues to run smoothly.
Following the meeting, there will be a potluck lunch at 12:30.

Online Dharma Talk: Brenda Golianu
2020-04-08 19:55 - 21:00
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
On Wednesday evening, April 8th, Brenda will give a Dharma talk followed by an online discussion. During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

One Day Meditation Retreat (Sesshin) - Cancelled
2020-04-11 05:30 - 18:00
Kannon Do will host a one-day meditation retreat, or Sesshin on Saturday, April 11th. This day of mindfulness offers a rare opportunity to turn our awareness to the simple activities that sustain our lives, and that we normally take for granted: breathing, walking, eating, being attentive to the workings of our mind. The distractions and pressures of daily responsibilities diminish, giving a wider world view a chance to appear, along with a sense of gratitude and calmness. We encourage you to organize your schedule so that you can attend this short retreat.
Note to first timers: No meditation or Oryoki (eating meals in meditation hall in monastic style) instruction will be given on sesshin day, as this day is spent in silent mindfulness, interrupted only by functional talk (what needs to be done etc). If you are a first timer we highly recommend you attend a first timer instruction, and attend Oryoki training; before attending Walking and Sitting sessions, oryoki, bowing ceremonies and cleaning of the temple on Sesshin Day.
Details:
1. Sign-up sheets for attendance, Doan and Kokyo Sign-up, food /meals sign up, and the Sesshin schedule is be available in printed form outside the Zendo.
2. There is a $20 suggested donation for the upkeep of Kannon Do and running of Sesshin.
3. If you plan to stay for meals during Sesshin i.e Breakfast, Lunch or Tea, please write your name down on the attendee sheet so we have a head count of how many people to feed.
4. To help additionally volunteer to bring food (Vegetarian Protein and Vegetables for Breakfast and Lunch/ Fruit and Cookies for Tea) for 18-20 attendees. Write your name and food you are providing on the Sesshin food sign up sheet. And if you are preparing a meal for Sesshin Attendees please make sure to bring it to the Kannon Do Kitchen, 1.5 hours before Breakfast and Lunch.
5. Oryoki (eating meals in Monastic Style) Training will be offered prior to the Sesshin and information is also available at https://kannondo.org/getting-started/oryoki/
6. Sesshin Schedule, Guidelines, and Other Details:
5:30 AM Zazen
6:10 AM Kinhin/Tenzo prepares Breakfast
6:20 AM Zazen
7:00 AM Silent Bowing/Servers Report to Kitchen
7:10 AM Breakfast
8:00 AM Clean-up/Personal Time
8:40 AM Zazen
9:20 AM Kinhin
9:30 AM Zazen
10:00 AM Kinhin
10:10 AM Zazen
10:40 AM Kinhin/Tenzo prepares Lunch
10:50 AM Zazen
11:30 AM Silent Bowing/Servers Report to Kitchen
11:40 AM Lunch
12:40 PM Clean-up & Personal Time
1:10 PM Begin Work Period
2:10 PM Tea Preparation + Servers Prepare Tea
2:20 PM End Work Period + Clean-up
2:30 PM Tea
3:00 PM Kinhin
3:10 PM Zazen
3:50 PM Kinhin
4:00 PM Zazen
4:40 PM Kinhin
4:50 PM Zazen
5:30 PM Service
6:00 PM Clean-up
Guidelines:
A meditation retreat provides an opportunity to practice for an extended period in a quiet, supportive atmosphere, free from the usual distractions of everyday life. To help you, and others maintain mindfulness during Sesshin, we suggest the following:
Please help us maintain silence during Sesshin only speaking to someone if necessary, for instance about meal preparation. If you find it necessary to have a conversation, please do so outside Kannon Do so you not to disturb others.
Please refrain from reading and writing.
Each activity (meditation, meals, work period) is closed with a group bow. If you need to leave after an activity, please do so after bowing with the group.
Be aware that the telephone can be a great distraction. If you find it necessary to use the phone, please do so outside Kannon Do.
During the breaks following meals, you can use the Zendo to rest or stretch, or you can walk outside. During breaks, you can also help to wash and dry dishes and put away food in silence.
In addition to break times, you can use Kinhin (walking meditation) periods to visit the restrooms.
Meals:
If you will be staying for one or more meals, please indicate which ones on the signup sheet by the Zendo door.
When you arrive at Sesshin, take an Oryoki bowl Set from the table, identifying it by writing your name on the wooden stick provided.
Keep the Oryoki at your seat while you are at Sesshin, and when you leave, return the Oryoki to Kitchen.
If you are unfamiliar with the use of Oryoki, don’t be concerned about getting it “right.” Try to follow along with someone who understands the practice.

Bells:
You can understand much of the schedule by listening to the bells, as follows-

Three bells indicate the start of sitting meditation.
Two bells indicate the start of walking meditation.
One bell indicates the end of a series of meditation periods.

Online Dharma Talk: Travis Marsot
2020-04-15 19:55 - 21:00
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
On Wednesday evening, April 15th, Travis will give a Dharma talk followed by an online discussion. During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Online Dharma Talk: Teresa Bouza
2020-04-22 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, April 22nd, Teresa will give a Dharma talk followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Intro to Zen - Cancelled
2020-04-25 10:30 - 12:00
Please join us at 10:30 AM for an Introduction to Zen on Saturday, April 25th. This orientation is intended for individuals new to Zen practice, as well as experienced practitioners who have questions about their contemplative practice. This informal get together takes place on the fourth Saturday of the month, lasting about 90 minutes.

Online Dharma Talk: Vanessa Able
2020-04-29 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, April 29th, Vanessa will give a Dharma talk followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Online Dharma Talk: Bonnie Sarmiento
2020-05-06 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, May 6th, Bonnie will give a Way Seeking Mind Dharma talk about how she came to practice and her journey on the path. The talk will be followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Online Dharma Talk: Les Kaye
2020-05-13 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, May 13th, our abbot Les Kaye will give a dharma talk followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Online Sangha Meeting
2020-05-16 08:30 - 11:00
Please join us for an Online Sangha meeting to be held at 8:30 a.m. on May 16th. Everyone is welcome.
Please join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/807694090
During these monthly meetings, the Kannon Do board – and other members and friends who attend – review the operations of our center and ensure that all necessary tasks are being taken care of.
The agenda includes a review of Kannon Do’s financial status, reports on projects underway, identification and action plans for new tasks, reports on the results of past special events, and discussion of upcoming events.
The meeting is a good way to learn how Kannon Do is managed and provides an opportunity to help take care of our center so that it continues to run smoothly.

Online Dharma Talk: Brenda Golianu
2020-05-20 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, May 20th, Brenda will give a Dharma talk followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Intro to Zen - TBA
2020-05-23 10:30 - 12:00
Please join us at 10:30 AM for an Introduction to Zen on Saturday, May 23rd. This orientation is intended for individuals new to Zen practice, as well as experienced practitioners who have questions about their contemplative practice. This informal get together takes place on the fourth Saturday of the month, lasting about 90 minutes.

Online Dharma Talk: Travis Marsot
2020-05-27 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, May 27th, Travis will give a Dharma talk followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Online Meditation in Life Discussion Series
2020-05-30 08:00 - 09:20
Please join us on Saturday May 30th, 8:00 a.m. to 9:20 a.m. for a Meditation in Life discussion with Valorie Beer on Practicing with Grief and Fear. The discussion be soon after our Saturday morning service that runs from 7:00 a.m. to 7: 30 a.m.
The Meditation in Life Discussion Series are informal conversations that view our lives in the context of experience with Zen practice. This discussion is open to all and does not require any background with Zen practice.
Valorie has provided the following list of Suggested Readings for this discussion:

Regarder of the Cries of the World (see at the end of this announcement, from Chapter 25 of the Lotus Sutra)
Pema Chodron, When Things Fall Apart
Pema Chodron, The Places that Scare You
The Story of Kisagotami
The Story of Patacara
Harold Kushner, When Bad Things Happen to Good People

Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/807694090
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking.

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Regarder of the Cries of the World (Lotus Sutra, Chapter 25)
Listen to the deeds of the Cry Regarder, who well responds to every quarter;
Her vast vow is deep as the sea, inconceivable in its eons.
Serving many thousands of kotis of buddhas, it is a great pure vow.
Let me briefly tell you.
Those who hear the name and see the Regarder of the Cries of the World,
And bear that being unremittingly in mind, will be able to end the sorrows of existence.
Though others with harmful intent throw them into a burning pit,
Let them think of the Cry Regarder’s power and the fire pit will become a pool.
Or driven along a great ocean, in peril of dragons, fishes, and demons,
Let them think of the Cry Regarder’s power and waves cannot submerge them.
Or if from the peak of Sumeru, people would hurl them down,
Let them think of the Cry Regarder’s power and like the sun they will stand firm in the sky.
Or if pursued by the wicked and cast down from Mount Diamond,
They think of the Cry Regarder’s power, not a hair shall be injured.
Or if meeting with encompassing foes, each with sword drawn to strike them,
They think of the Cry Regarder’s power, all their hearts will turn to kindness.
Or if meeting suffering by royal command, their life is to end in execution,
And they think of the Cry Regarder’s power, the executioner’s sword will break in pieces.
Or if imprisoned, shackled and chained, arms and legs in gyves and stocks,
They think of the Cry Regarder’s power, freely they shall be released.
Or if by incantation and poisons they seek to hurt the body,
And they think of the Cry Regarder’s power, all will revert to their originator.
Or if, meeting evil rakshasas, venomous dragons and demons,
They think of the Cry Regarder’s power, at once none will dare to hurt them.
If encompassed by evil beasts, tusks sharp and claws fearful,
They think of the Cry Regarder’s power, the beasts will flee in every direction.
If scorched by the fire-flame of the poisonous breath of boas, vipers and scorpions,
They think of the Cry Regarder’s power, instantly at her voice they will retreat.
Clouds thunder and lightning flashes, hail falls and rain streams;
They think of the Cry Regarder’s power and all instantly are scattered.
The living, crushed and harassed, oppressed by countless pains;
The Cry Regarder with her mystic wisdom can save such a suffering world.
Perfect in supernatural powers, widely practiced in wisdom and tact,
In the lands of the universe there is no place where she does not manifest herself.
All the evil states of existence, hells, ghosts and animals,
Sorrows of birth, age, disease, death, all by degrees are ended by her.
True regard, serene regard, far-reaching wise regard, regard of pity, compassionate regard,
Ever longed for, ever looked for!
Pure and serene in radiance, wisdom’s sun destroying darkness,
Subduer of woes of storm and fire, who illumines all the world!
Law of pity, thunder quivering, compassion wondrous as a great cloud,
Pouring spiritual rain like nectar, quenching the flames of distress!
In disputes before a magistrate, or in fear in battle’s array,
If they think of the Cry Regarder’s power all their enemies will be routed.
Hers is the wondrous voice, voice of the world-regarder,
Brahma-voice, voice of the rolling tide, voice all world-surpassing,
Therefore ever to be kept in mind, with never a doubting thought.
Regarder of the World’s Cries, pure and holy, in pain, distress, death, calamity,
Able to be a sure reliance, perfect in all merit,
With compassionate eyes beholding all, boundless ocean of blessings!
Let us bow in reverence to the Regarder of the Cries of the World.

Online Dharma Talk: Teresa Bouza
2020-06-03 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, June 3rd, Teresa will give a Dharma talk followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Online Dharma Talk: Vanessa Able
2020-06-10 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, June 10th, Vanessa will give a Dharma talk followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Online Dharma Talk: Bonnie Sarmiento
2020-06-17 19:55 - 21:00
Join us this Wednesday, June 17th, for a dharma talk “Live in Peace” with Bonnie Sarmiento. The talk will discuss the roots of our racial identities and conflicts, and provide resources to help us overcome our collective miseducation, trauma and patterns of violence. We will dig deeper into what it means to affirm life and not kill, and aspire to a vision of a more just and equitable society.
Resources for further study:

List of Black Owned Independent Bookstores

https://lithub.com/you-can-order-today-from-these-black-owned-independent-bookstores/

Recommended Reading on Race Relations

“Between the World and Me” – Ta-Nehisi Coates
A very personal and beautifully written story of growing up black in America.
https://www.kizzysbooksandmore.com/book/9781925240702
“White Fragility: Why It’s So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism” – Robin DiAngelo
The construction of the white identity, unconscious bias, and the author’s experience as an anti-bias training facilitator.
https://www.kizzysbooksandmore.com/book/9780807047415
“How to be an Antiracist” – Ibram X. Kendi
A book on systemic racism, with personal anecdotes. Explains why it’s not enough to be ‘not racist’, but we need to actively be anti-racist.
https://www.kizzysbooksandmore.com/book/9780525509288
“The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness” – Michelle Alexander
A thorough investigation of past and current policies which results in the mass incarceration of black people in the US.
https://www.kizzysbooksandmore.com/book/9781620971932
Audio Book Format:
https://libro.fm/playlists/required-reading

Free Films

Amazon Prime Video is offering “Just Mercy” viewing FREE through the month of June:
Synopsis: “A powerful true story that follows young lawyer Bryan Stevenson and his battle for justice as he defends a man sentenced to death despite evidence proving his innocence.”
https://www.amazon.com/Just-Mercy-Michael-B-Jordan/dp/B082YKN1M1

Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Online Sangha Meeting
2020-06-20 08:30 - 11:00
Please join us for an Online Sangha meeting to be held at 8:30 a.m. on June 20th. Everyone is welcome.
Please join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/807694090
During these monthly meetings, the Kannon Do board – and other members and friends who attend – review the operations of our center and ensure that all necessary tasks are being taken care of.
The agenda includes a review of Kannon Do’s financial status, reports on projects underway, identification and action plans for new tasks, reports on the results of past special events, and discussion of upcoming events.
The meeting is a good way to learn how Kannon Do is managed and provides an opportunity to help take care of our center so that it continues to run smoothly.

Online Dharma Talk: Columbine Robinson
2020-06-24 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, June 24th, Columbine will give a Dharma talk followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Online Buddhism in Society Discussion Series with Troy Williams
2020-06-27 10:00 - 23:30
Please join us on Saturday June 27th, 10:00am to 11:30am for an online talk and Q&A session with Troy Williams as part of our Buddhism in Society Discussion Series. He will be reflecting on the situation in the country after George Floyd’s death and the Black Lives Matter movement.

Troy was born in Chicago and grew up in LA. He became part of a gang as a teenager and was sent to prison when he was just 14. He joined the Buddhist Sangha at California’s San Quentin State Prison, where he was incarcerated. He says the practice opened up a different world for him and completely transformed his life.
Troy started a project called Restorative Media to help black men and women coming out of prison as well as young people at risk of going to jail. He has also worked with law enforcement officers to educate them about the importance of their interactions.

“Buddhism in Society” aims to explore and understand how to bring the principles of awareness, mindfulness and creative responses to difficult problems present in our communities.

Please Join us via Zoom:

https://zoom.us/j/807694090
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking.

Online Dharma Talk: Les Kaye
2020-07-01 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, July 1st, our abbot Les Kaye will give a dharma talk followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Online Dharma Talk: Brenda Golianu
2020-07-08 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, July 8th, Brenda will give a Dharma talk followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Online Buddhism in Society Discussion Series about race with Stevan Jackson
2020-07-11 10:00 - 11:30
Please join us on Saturday July 11th, 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. (PT), for an online talk and Q&A session about race with Stevan Jackson as part of our Buddhism in Society Discussion Series. A native of Denver, Colorado, Stevan is currently a Senior External Affairs Officer with the World Bank in Washington, DC.
He will discuss his personal experience with racism. He will describe what it is like, the impact it had on him, and suggestions for ways forward. Stevan looks forward to an open and honest dialogue during the Q & A that will follow his remarks.
He is suggesting five readings and a short video. He says it would be great if people planning to participate could read at least three of them in no particular order or relevance.
The Difference Between First-Degree Racism and Third-Degree Racism (The Atlantic)
https://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2020/06/three-degrees-racism-america/613333/
Systemic Racism Explained
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=YrHIQIO_bdQ
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar: Don’t understand the protests? What you’re seeing is people pushed to the edge (LA Times)
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2020-05-30/dont-understand-the-protests-what-youre-seeing-is-people-pushed-to-the-edge%3f_amp=true
A Sociologist Examines the “White Fragility” That Prevents White Americans from Confronting Racism (The New Yorker)
https://www.newyorker.com/books/page-turner/a-sociologist-examines-the-white-fragility-that-prevents-white-americans-from-confronting-racism
For our White Friends Desiring to be Allies (Sojourners)
https://sojo.net/articles/our-white-friends-desiring-be-allies
Reflections from a Token Black Friend
On structural racism, implicit bias, and what white people do (and don’t) say
https://medium.com/@rnagarajah2/reflections-from-a-token-black-friend-2f1ea522d42d

Please Join us via Zoom:

https://zoom.us/j/807694090
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking.

Online Dharma Talk: Travis Marsot
2020-07-15 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, July 15th, Travis will give a Dharma talk followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Online Sangha Meeting
2020-07-18 08:30 - 11:00
Please join us for an Online Sangha meeting to be held at 8:30 a.m. on July 18th. Everyone is welcome.
Please join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/807694090
During these monthly meetings, the Kannon Do board – and other members and friends who attend – review the operations of our center and ensure that all necessary tasks are being taken care of.
The agenda includes a review of Kannon Do’s financial status, reports on projects underway, identification and action plans for new tasks, reports on the results of past special events, and discussion of upcoming events.
The meeting is a good way to learn how Kannon Do is managed and provides an opportunity to help take care of our center so that it continues to run smoothly.

Online Dharma Talk: Teresa Bouza
2020-07-22 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, July 22nd, Teresa will give a Dharma talk followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Online Dharma Talk: Vanessa Able
2020-07-29 19:55 - 21:00
On Wednesday evening, July 29th, Vanessa will give a Dharma talk followed by an online discussion.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
During the discussion please mute yourself if you are in a noisy area, and remember to unmute yourself if you are speaking. The discussion will be recorded.
Kannon Do Wednesday Night Online Meditation Schedule (via Zoom)
Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/911714224
Or dial by phone (audio only):
+16699009128,,911714224#
6:45pm – Online Meditation and Posture Instruction (optional, recommended for first timers)
7:10pm – Online Zazen Meditation (Please go on mute if in a noisy area)
7:50pm – Loving Kindness Meditation
7:55pm – Dharma Talk
9:00pm – 9:30pm Online social hangout, bring your own tea (optional)

Summer Workshop: The Healing Power of Everyday Activities in the Time of Covid-19 with Dr. Paula Arai
2020-08-01 10:00 - 11:30
We are pleased to announce what promises to be an informative and exciting workshop on the healing nature of Zen rituals.
Please Join via Zoom:
https://zoom.us/j/807694090
Our presenter will be Paula Aria, whose second book, Bringing Zen Home, focuses on the healing power of ritualized activities that are part of the daily lives of women in contemporary Japan. Paula taught a similar workshop at Kannon Do in 2015, which was enthusiastically received.
Her background can be seen at: https://www.sfzc.org/teachers/paula-arai-0
In this workshop, we will discover the Zen of everyday healing as we creatively explore 10 modes of engagement, including experiencing interrelatedness, expanding perspective, and creating beauty. After Dr. Arai introduces a Zen-based healing paradigm, we will form breakout groups focused on the following healing activities:

Cleaning as Healing Activity
Cooking as Healing Activity
Caring for Others as Healing Activity
Social Interactions as Healing Activity
Ritualizing Time as Healing Activity

Please join us on Saturday, August 1, 2020 from 10:00 – 11:30 am (PDT).
Registration is required by Wednesday, July 29th. Please register at the following link and please choose which of the five groups you would like to join for the breakout session.
https://forms.gle/DKaEWaTDAmnYSMu49
10:00-10:05 am Introductions
10:05-10:40 am: Bell/silence; Presentation by Dr. Arai
10:40-10:45 am: Q & A
10:45-10:50 am Break
10:50-11:10 am: Breakout Group Sessions
11:10-11:25 am: Share with Whole Group (3 min./group)
11:25-11:30 am Reflections/Insights
Informal social time
