On Monday and Tuesday evenings, from September through May, Dharma Field offers courses on Zen Buddhism and related topics.
To take courses online here for more information.
To take courses online here for more information.
Classes
Current CoursesMondays Nov 9 to Nov 30
Katagiri Roshi and Me Time: 7:45–8:45 pm led by Steve Hagen learn more
After looking far and wide, how I stumbled upon Katagiri Roshi practically in my backyard...and a little of what he taught me.
NOTE: This course will be offered via Zoom each Monday night from Nov 9-Nov 30, 7:45-8:45 pm CST. An audio recording of the class will be posted online the week after it takes place. Time: 7:45–8:45 pm 
CLASS AUDIO:
If you miss a class or are taking the classes online click icon to access the talks. Tuesdays Nov 3 to Dec 8
What the Buddha Taught: The Eightfold Noble Path Time: 7:45–8:45 pm led by Beau Elkington learn more
This course looks closely at the fourth Noble Truth of the Buddha and lays out a practical and effective way to deal with the world as we find it. It is the art of seeing—a way to peace and sanity that is total freedom of mind. This is the second in a series of five courses on the foundation teachings of the Buddha. Enrollment in the previous class is not required. NOTE: This course will be offered via Zoom each Tuesday night from Nov 3-Dec 8, 7:45-8:45 pm CST. An audio recording of the class will be posted online the week after it takes place. Time: 7:45–8:45 pm Syllabus Texts: Buddhism Plain and Simple--Steve Hagen "The Eightfold Noble Path" (from The Buddha's Way)--H. Saddhatissa [handout]
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Upcoming CoursesFall 2020 Curriculum
Classes will only be offered via Zoom until further notice Monday classes Sep 14 - Oct 19 Non-abiding (Steve Matuszak) Nov 9 - Nov 30 Katagiri Roshi and Me (Steve Hagen) Tuesday classes Sep 15 - Oct 20 What the Buddha Taught: The Four Noble Truths (Steve Matuszak) Nov 3 - Dec 8 What the Buddha Taught: The Eightfold Path (Beau Elkington) |
Courses Recently Completed
Mondays Sep 14 to Oct 19
Non-Abiding
Time: 7:45–8:45 pm
led by Steve Matuszak
Non-Abiding
Time: 7:45–8:45 pm
led by Steve Matuszak
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Perhaps we have encountered the teaching that bodhisattvas dwell in neither samsara nor Nirvana—that is, they don’t dwell in the world of birth and death nor do they escape it, which is all well and good, but what does it mean? This profound teaching of Mahayana Buddhism will be the subject of Non-abiding. Over six weeks, we will look at various teachings of Non-abiding and consider how they resonate with our daily lives.
NOTE: This course will be offered via Zoom each Monday night from Sep 14-Oct 19, 7:45-8:45 pm CDT.
A recording of the class will be posted online the week after it takes place.
Time: 7:45–8:45 pm
NOTE: This course will be offered via Zoom each Monday night from Sep 14-Oct 19, 7:45-8:45 pm CDT.
A recording of the class will be posted online the week after it takes place.
Time: 7:45–8:45 pm
CLASS AUDIO:
If you miss a class or are taking the classes online click icon to access the talks.
If you miss a class or are taking the classes online click icon to access the talks.
Tuesdays Sep 15 to Oct 20
What the Buddha Taught: The Four Noble Truths
Time: 7:45–8:45 pm
led by Steve Matuszak
What the Buddha Taught: The Four Noble Truths
Time: 7:45–8:45 pm
led by Steve Matuszak
learn more
This course focuses on the primary teachings of the Buddha and their implications for living in today’s world. These universal and timeless truths not only show us the source of our anxiety, but point the way to sorrow’s end—the complete peace and sanity that are total freedom of mind.
NOTE: This course will be offered via Zoom each Tuesday night from Sep 15-Oct 20, 7:45-8:45 pm CDT.
A recording of the class will be posted online the week after it takes place.
Time: 7:45–8:45 pm
Syllabus
Texts:
Buddhism Plain and Simple--Steve Hagen (required)
What the Buddha Taught--Walpola Rahula (supplemental--optional)
NOTE: This course will be offered via Zoom each Tuesday night from Sep 15-Oct 20, 7:45-8:45 pm CDT.
A recording of the class will be posted online the week after it takes place.
Time: 7:45–8:45 pm
Syllabus
Texts:
Buddhism Plain and Simple--Steve Hagen (required)
What the Buddha Taught--Walpola Rahula (supplemental--optional)
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CLASS AUDIO:
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Online Courses
TAKING A CLASS ONLINE
Dharma Field offers its current Classes for people living outside the area, as well as for locals who are not able to attend in person. Please bear in mind, however, that our teachers highly recommend that local participants attend in person if possible.
All classes are recorded and posted online later in the week. Classes can be streamed directly from our site, or they can be downloaded to your device (as mp3). Most handouts are available online as well.
If you missed a registration for a recent class, we normally keep them online after the class has ended. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
TO REGISTER…
All classes are recorded and posted online later in the week. Classes can be streamed directly from our site, or they can be downloaded to your device (as mp3). Most handouts are available online as well.
If you missed a registration for a recent class, we normally keep them online after the class has ended. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
TO REGISTER…