We have an opening for a short-term Guest or longer term, Resident Student and invite you to apply if of interest. Having lived in community (even more so Soto or other schools of Zen or other meditation/Buddhist) is a big plus as it has its own rhythm and unique attributes that are good for practice but different than solitary or living with a family or romantic partner.
What’s involved? You’re a student and engaging in a full life practice with a room to occupy as a student under the HSZC clergy warm guiding support. Soto Zen ordained clergy also very welcome to apply! The details of student minimal requirements (more focused on long-term stay) and asks is outlined in our temple roles document voted in by our board of directors found here (second to last page of document). Additionally there is a tuition expense you can discuss with inquiry.
After you reviewed the requirements or for short-term guest please come by and meet the Abbot, Rev. Myo Lahey (join Saturday program and maybe meet during tea & cookies are a good time) and best to send an email before as well to info@hszc.org