Welcome to our community.

We are committed to the practice of
Zen meditation, Zen Buddhism, and
a life guided by compassion.

Everyone is welcome.

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Practice with us

We hold weekly Zazen services and monthly Sesshin services both in-person and online.

We are located at 608 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60202.
Plan your visit

Upcoming events

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Temple Cleaning
Saturday, September 23, 2023
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Ohigan (Fall) & Jukai Initiation Ceremony
Sunday, September 24, 2023
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Dharma Discussion: Realizing Genjōkōan Ch. 11
Thursday, September 28, 2023
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Introduction to Zen Meditation (In-Person & Online)
Sunday, October 1, 2023
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Sesshin (in-person)
Saturday, October 7, 2023
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Dharma Discussion: Realizing Genjōkōan Ch. 12
Thursday, October 12, 2023
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Introduction to Zen Meditation In-Person Only
Sunday, October 15, 2023
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608 Dempster St
Evanston, IL 60202
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