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Dharma Field welcomes everyone to the teachings and practice of Zen Buddhism. As Dharma Field founding teacher Steve Hagen reminds us, "Buddhism is about awareness. Not awareness of something in particular, but awareness itself—being awake, alert, in touch with what is actually happening. It's about examining and exploring the most basic questions of life. It's about relying on the immediate experience of this present moment. It's about freedom of mind." Dharma Field offers classes, talks, meditation instruction, and a quiet place to meditate with others.
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Daily Sitting Schedule
A quiet and settled space for daily sitting. Mornings: M–F 6 & 6:45am Evenings: M–W, F 7 & 7:45pm* Sunday: 8, 8:40 & 9:30am * No 2nd evening sitting on class nights. Sunday Talks Every Sunday at 10am Sign up for our email newsletter.
Sunday Talks, 10am (CentralTime)
Sundays live at Dharma Field (click here for the zoom link) Oct 13 - Steve Hagen Oct 20 - sesshin (no public talk) Oct 27 - Dokai Georgesen Upcoming schedule...October Sesshin: Oct 18-20
Sesshin literally means "collecting the mind," turning our full attention to the activity of the moment. Click here to learn more about our periodic weekend meditation retreats. Fall Classes
The Practice of Meditation Workshop
Saturday, October 26, 9 am-Noon, Led by Steve Matuszak This is a workshop on Zen meditation and mindfulness, designed to help clarify what meditation is and is not. It will also address problems in meditation, as well as bringing meditation into everyday life. The workshop schedule includes meditation instruction, lectures, introductory-length sitting and walking meditation periods, and Q&A. TEXT: Meditation Now or Never, by Steve Hagen Register here. Memorial for Paul courtney
As many of you know, our sangha lost a dear friend recently. Dharma Field, and also Minnesota Zen Meditation Center will be hosting events to honor Paul:
Everyone will be welcome to share stories and warm memories about Paul during the events. To help in planning, please RSVP by contacting us. We will all miss Paul dearly. Below you will find information about his life, and his background illustrating his dedication to the Dharma. Paul began his practice of Zen under Suzuki Roshi at both San Francisco Zen Center and Tassajara Zen monastery. After Suzuki’s death in late 1971 Paul followed Katagiri Roshi to Minneapolis. He began practicing with Katagiri in 1975 and was one of a small number of carpenters who spent hours of volunteer time in the mid to late 70s shaping up the building MZMC (Minnesota Zen Meditation Center) purchased in 1975. He served a three year term on the board of directors’ in the late 70s and, after an extensive search, discovered the piece of property which was purchased and transformed into Hokyoji Zen Monastery. He was initiated by Katagiri in 1977 and given the Buddhist name Dosho. He continued his practice of Zen meditation from that time forward both at MZMC and Dharma Field Zen Center. Paul dedicated a great deal of his time and effort helping Dharma Field become the center that it is today. Among other things, he was Dharma Field’s first tenzo, built the oryoki tables, and crafted the beautiful wood hanging panel and bell striker for the bell that is located on the wall near the zendo. Paul was ordained as a priest by Steve Hagen on December 18, 1999 and given the Dharma name of Samadarshana (Samadarshana Dosho). He would often be seen sitting daily meditation, supporting the practice of others on a regular basis. Paul was an active back packer and guided many people over the years in their exploration of the Wind River Mountain Range in Wyoming at elevations of 11000 to 13000 feet. Paul is survived by his wife, Sue Peploe, his daughter, Jenna Welo, and his son-in-law, Louis Welo. Wednesday Talks Series, 7:45pm (CST): Oct 6 to Nov 6
In place of our regular Wednesday Evening Study group, students and instructors will present on a variety of topics. Available in-person and via Zoom. Oct 9—Cindy Cuccia Oct 16—Pat Quinn Oct 23—Jamie Douglas Oct 30—Brian Paulsen Nov 6—Andrew Troelsen Ongoing Wednesday Evenings On the Buddha’s Path discussion group Resumes on Nov 13th. Led by Steve Matuszak. Click here for more info. Meditation Instruction Meditation Instruction is designed to address question regarding meditation practice. Learn more here. Saturdays at Dharma Field (10am): Oct 12, Nov 16 Recorded talks and YouTube
- Free recordings of recent Sunday talks. - Video recordings on our YouTube channel. Zoom info Visit the Zoom link page if you need a Zoom link! Practice Programs Looking to establish, maintain, or deepen your practice? Our Practice Programs are specifically designed with these factors in mind. Mentorship, for example, is a great way to set up an informal meeting with a teacher to discuss what might be the next steps for your practice . Click here for more. New to dharma field or zen?
IF YOU LIVE CLOSE ENOUGH TO VISIT DHARMA FIELD…
IF YOU DON’T LIVE CLOSE ENOUGH TO ATTEND DHARMA FIELD…
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