Ordinary Zen Sangha

Ordinary Zen Sangha Provide a supportive environment in which one can directly experience the essential wisdom teachings

There's still time to register for our all-day silent retreat tomorrow. We hope to see you there!
11/14/2025

There's still time to register for our all-day silent retreat tomorrow. We hope to see you there!

Abbot Will Silent Retreat - Myakka River State Park - Saturday, November 15, 2025, 9:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. The park setting, surrounded by nature's beau ...

As the days grow shorter, the opportunity to turn inward grows brighter. 🍂We are just one week away from our "Beyond Ide...
11/08/2025

As the days grow shorter, the opportunity to turn inward grows brighter. 🍂

We are just one week away from our "Beyond Ideas, Essential Zen" silent retreat with Abbot Will in the heart of Myakka River State Park.

This is your chance to spend a full day in mindful silence, practice sitting and walking meditation, and share a potluck lunch in community with other practitioners.

Secure your spot today.

🔗 Register Now: https://ordinaryzensangha.org/events/all-day-silent-retreat-at-myakka-river-state-park/

Abbot Will Silent Retreat - Myakka River State Park - Saturday, November 15, 2025, 9:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. The park setting, surrounded by nature's beau ...

Next Saturday, our sangha will gather in the serene beauty of Myakka River State Park for a silent retreat, and we'd lov...
11/06/2025

Next Saturday, our sangha will gather in the serene beauty of Myakka River State Park for a silent retreat, and we'd love for you to join us.

Come sit, walk, and listen to the Dharma with Abbot Will. Share a mindful meal in community with others on the path. Remember what is essential.

A $40 donation is suggested, but we welcome donations of any amount.

🔗 Join Us - Register Here: https://ordinaryzensangha.org/events/all-day-silent-retreat-at-myakka-river-state-park/

Abbot Will Silent Retreat - Myakka River State Park - Saturday, November 15, 2025, 9:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. The park setting, surrounded by nature's beau ...

As the trees shed their leaves, we, too, can learn to let go of what no longer serves us. Our Sangha provides a space to...
11/05/2025

As the trees shed their leaves, we, too, can learn to let go of what no longer serves us. Our Sangha provides a space to practice this release through meditation and mindful community. Join us.

Your seat is waiting.
11/03/2025

Your seat is waiting.

On Saturday, November 15, immerse yourself in "Essential Zen" at Myakka River State Park. Join us for a day of:✅ Sitting...
11/02/2025

On Saturday, November 15, immerse yourself in "Essential Zen" at Myakka River State Park.

Join us for a day of:
✅ Sitting & Walking Meditation
✅ Insightful Dharma Talk
✅ Vegetarian/Vegan Potluck
✅ Connection with Nature

Don't let this chance for renewal pass you by. Register now!

🔗 Secure Your Spot Here: https://ordinaryzensangha.org/events/all-day-silent-retreat-at-myakka-river-state-park/

Abbot Will Silent Retreat - Myakka River State Park - Saturday, November 15, 2025, 9:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. The park setting, surrounded by nature's beau ...

In a disconnected world, find your community here.All are welcome.
11/01/2025

In a disconnected world, find your community here.

All are welcome.

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Wednesday 7pm - 8:30pm
Sunday 10am - 11:30am

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Ordinary Zen

Mission: To provide a supportive environment in which one can directly experience the essential wisdom teachings of the Buddha through the timeless, ageless practice of what is called Zen, Chan or Seon. The Ordinary Zen Sangha (OZS) is committed to bringing the benefits of this wisdom practice into our ordinary lives, just as they are, in this place and time.

Affiliation: OZS is secular and unaffiliated in its approach. The Chan from China, the Zen from Japan, and the Seon from Korea, all have at their root the guiding wisdom of Buddha’s Enlightenment. OZS does not claim to belong to any lineage, nor does it claim not to belong to any lineage. We treasure and respect the true Dharma (teachings) passed down through the ages from teacher to student. This wisdom is not subject to circumstances and conditions or the culture of any time or place. It is always available through the gate-less gate of our own minds.

Primary Activity: We are a practice center, meaning we encourage a direct experience of the illuminating wisdom that makes it possible for us to know our own minds and awaken to our original nature. Our primary practice is the “method of no method,” which can be called zazen; just sitting, meditation, or silent illumination. It is said that when you can understand your “self,” you can resolve your “self.” This innate wisdom frees us from our afflictions, misery, and pain. The practice is as relevant today as it was two thousand years ago. Through our practice we become more productive, clear, compassionate beings, living life fully, no matter what circumstances we find ourselves in. This, in turn, helps us personally, as well as countless others.

Support: OZS is supported and funded through the generosity of its members.