Meditation instruction and an introduction to the ceremonial aspect of the Soto Zen tradition. Please call to confirm: 503 238 1123 Continue reading →

A family day is an opportunity for families with children to come and learn a bit about practice in a kid friendly way. The morning usually starts with a little walking meditation and some guided sitting meditation followed by a … Continue reading →

Work is a long standing element of practice in the Zen tradition and represents a concrete way to put practice into action in our everyday life. Working Meditation days at the Priory are a way to concentrate on and develop … Continue reading →

This important festival celebrates Shakyamuni Buddha’s moment of spiritual awakening as he sat under the Bodhi tree in ancient India. From this Awakening flows all of the Buddhadharma. This year we will celebrate the festival via Zoom using our usual … Continue reading →

We will hold this ceremony via zoom, if you would like to join us, please get in touch. When we exert ourselves to practice the Dharma we create good consequences or merit; the transfer of merit ceremony is a way … Continue reading →

Around New Years, it is traditional to spend a little time at the temple reflecting on the past year and setting our intention for the coming year. Because of covid-19, we will be broadcasting our usual ceremony and tea via … Continue reading →