Puget Sound Zen Center
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Puget Sound Zen Center is dedicated to fostering Buddhist wisdom and compassion through the practice and study of Rinzai Zen Buddhism. Located on Vashon Island, Washington. Visit pszc.org to learn more.
This event is TONIGHT in West Seattle. Hope to see you there! pszc.org/calendar/a-c...
A Crack In Everything: Leonard Cohen's Zen Life | Puget Sound Zen Center
Leonard Cohen practiced Zen for decades, and lived as a monastic for a few years. In this talk, Koshin Chris Cain, who practiced alongside Cohen during his
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October 1, 2026 at 5:24 PM
This event is TONIGHT in West Seattle. Hope to see you there! pszc.org/calendar/a-c...
All-sangha picnic, this Saturday, August 15!
Sangha Picnic, Sponsored By The PSZC West Seattle Committee | Puget Sound Zen Center
Summer Picnic in West Seattle! Potluck, bring food and serving utensils. 3 by 5 cards will be provided to list our ingredients. Compostable plate ware
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August 13, 2026 at 7:12 PM
All-sangha picnic, this Saturday, August 15!
Join our 4-day Fall Retreat (zazpenkai), Oct 7 - 11
2026 Fall Zazenkai: The Everyday Conduct Of A Bodhisattva — Dogen’s Four Exemplary Activities | Puget Sound Zen Center
Teachers: Koshin & Eko
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July 14, 2026 at 6:28 PM
Join our 4-day Fall Retreat (zazpenkai), Oct 7 - 11
Our Abbot, Koshin Cain, is in Norway. He sent some thoughts on zen and idrettsglede - "the joy of sport" www.facebook.com/pszencenter/...
July 11, 2026 at 8:09 PM
Our Abbot, Koshin Cain, is in Norway. He sent some thoughts on zen and idrettsglede - "the joy of sport" www.facebook.com/pszencenter/...
For our full meditation and services schedule, visit pszc.org
Puget Sound Zen Center | Practice In Vashon & West Seattle
Join Puget Sound Zen Center for meditation, Dharma talks, and community on Vashon Island and in West Seattle. All levels welcome.
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July 9, 2026 at 1:38 AM
For our full meditation and services schedule, visit pszc.org
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We've kicked off our summer fundraiser. To learn more, or make a donation, visit app.aplos.com/aws/give/Pug...
June 30, 2026 at 6:03 PM
We've kicked off our summer fundraiser. To learn more, or make a donation, visit app.aplos.com/aws/give/Pug...
Sunday Speakers in July
July 5: Abbot Koshin Cain - What Kind of Freedom?
July 12: Sozui Schubert Roshi - Fear
July 19: Eko Jeff Kellley - This is Me
July 26: Shuko Sissel Johannessen - Boredom: A Dharma Gate?
July 5: Abbot Koshin Cain - What Kind of Freedom?
July 12: Sozui Schubert Roshi - Fear
July 19: Eko Jeff Kellley - This is Me
July 26: Shuko Sissel Johannessen - Boredom: A Dharma Gate?
July 3, 2026 at 6:43 PM
Sunday Speakers in July
July 5: Abbot Koshin Cain - What Kind of Freedom?
July 12: Sozui Schubert Roshi - Fear
July 19: Eko Jeff Kellley - This is Me
July 26: Shuko Sissel Johannessen - Boredom: A Dharma Gate?
July 5: Abbot Koshin Cain - What Kind of Freedom?
July 12: Sozui Schubert Roshi - Fear
July 19: Eko Jeff Kellley - This is Me
July 26: Shuko Sissel Johannessen - Boredom: A Dharma Gate?
We've kicked off our summer fundraiser. To learn more, or make a donation, visit app.aplos.com/aws/give/Pug...
June 30, 2026 at 6:03 PM
We've kicked off our summer fundraiser. To learn more, or make a donation, visit app.aplos.com/aws/give/Pug...
Eko Jeff Kelley delivering last Sunday's dharma talk...
June 23, 2026 at 6:27 PM
Eko Jeff Kelley delivering last Sunday's dharma talk...
Monday morning zazen
June 8, 2026 at 3:47 PM
Monday morning zazen
This morning we held our annual all-sangha meeting, coming together as a community to renew our commitment to nurture our life together.
June 8, 2026 at 2:12 AM
This morning we held our annual all-sangha meeting, coming together as a community to renew our commitment to nurture our life together.
In West Seattle? Join us for meditation on Monday nights, 7-8:30pm at Fauntleroy Church. More info at pszc.org/west-seattle/
West Seattle Zen Practice | Puget Sound Zen Center
Join our West Seattle Zen group for weekly meditation and community at Fauntleroy Church. All levels welcome.
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June 4, 2026 at 8:07 PM
In West Seattle? Join us for meditation on Monday nights, 7-8:30pm at Fauntleroy Church. More info at pszc.org/west-seattle/
Sunday Speakers in June
June 7 - All Sangha Meeting
June 14 - Abbot Koshin Chris Cain, “The Will to Dominate”
June 21 - Eko Jeff Kelley
June 28 - Hogen Josh Lawler
Visit pszc.org for more info.
June 7 - All Sangha Meeting
June 14 - Abbot Koshin Chris Cain, “The Will to Dominate”
June 21 - Eko Jeff Kelley
June 28 - Hogen Josh Lawler
Visit pszc.org for more info.
June 4, 2026 at 7:29 PM
Sunday Speakers in June
June 7 - All Sangha Meeting
June 14 - Abbot Koshin Chris Cain, “The Will to Dominate”
June 21 - Eko Jeff Kelley
June 28 - Hogen Josh Lawler
Visit pszc.org for more info.
June 7 - All Sangha Meeting
June 14 - Abbot Koshin Chris Cain, “The Will to Dominate”
June 21 - Eko Jeff Kelley
June 28 - Hogen Josh Lawler
Visit pszc.org for more info.
Our June theme is Wisdom
June 3, 2026 at 6:09 PM
Our June theme is Wisdom
Sunday Speakers in May
May 3: No speaker (see below)
May 10: No service (sesshin)
May 17: Abbot Koshin Cain - Compassion and the Will to Dominate
May 24: Natalie Padilla - My Zen Life
May 31: Seizan Stephen Black - The Extraordinary Ordinary
May 3: No speaker (see below)
May 10: No service (sesshin)
May 17: Abbot Koshin Cain - Compassion and the Will to Dominate
May 24: Natalie Padilla - My Zen Life
May 31: Seizan Stephen Black - The Extraordinary Ordinary
April 30, 2026 at 6:48 PM
Sunday Speakers in May
May 3: No speaker (see below)
May 10: No service (sesshin)
May 17: Abbot Koshin Cain - Compassion and the Will to Dominate
May 24: Natalie Padilla - My Zen Life
May 31: Seizan Stephen Black - The Extraordinary Ordinary
May 3: No speaker (see below)
May 10: No service (sesshin)
May 17: Abbot Koshin Cain - Compassion and the Will to Dominate
May 24: Natalie Padilla - My Zen Life
May 31: Seizan Stephen Black - The Extraordinary Ordinary
"The Buddha simply held up a flower without saying a word."
April 29, 2026 at 5:50 PM
"The Buddha simply held up a flower without saying a word."
Join us for Buddha's Birthday, May 17 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00. For more info: PMhttps://pszc.org/calendar/buddhas-birthday/
Buddha’s Birthday | Puget Sound Zen Center
Join us in the zendo that morning for a flowerful ceremony that includes meditation, story, and bathing of the baby Buddha. Kids are most welcome for this
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April 28, 2026 at 7:38 PM
Join us for Buddha's Birthday, May 17 @ 10:00 AM - 12:00. For more info: PMhttps://pszc.org/calendar/buddhas-birthday/
Join us for a 1-day meditation retreat in West Seattle on March 21. For information and registration, visit pszc.org/calendar/spr...
Spring Day-Sit (West Seattle) | Puget Sound Zen Center
Our PSZC Spring Day-Sit will take place at the Fauntleroy Church in West Seattle (9140 California Ave, SW). The day of silence will include a schedule of
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March 5, 2026 at 6:21 PM
Join us for a 1-day meditation retreat in West Seattle on March 21. For information and registration, visit pszc.org/calendar/spr...
Daily Meditation
- Mornings (M-F 6:30 to 7:30 AM) in-person and on Zoom
- Evenings (M-Sat 7:00 to 8:00 PM) Zoom only. No Sunday evening
Find our full schedule at pszc.org
- Mornings (M-F 6:30 to 7:30 AM) in-person and on Zoom
- Evenings (M-Sat 7:00 to 8:00 PM) Zoom only. No Sunday evening
Find our full schedule at pszc.org
March 3, 2026 at 2:42 AM
Daily Meditation
- Mornings (M-F 6:30 to 7:30 AM) in-person and on Zoom
- Evenings (M-Sat 7:00 to 8:00 PM) Zoom only. No Sunday evening
Find our full schedule at pszc.org
- Mornings (M-F 6:30 to 7:30 AM) in-person and on Zoom
- Evenings (M-Sat 7:00 to 8:00 PM) Zoom only. No Sunday evening
Find our full schedule at pszc.org