Cultivating an awakened world that transforms suffering into compassion and delusion into wisdom

Upcoming Programs

Oct. 17
Thursday, 7:15–9:00 PM
In-Person Only

Bonfire Social

Fellowship that nurtures the heart and mind

Join us for this FREE event held in the backyard of the Zen Center. The Kinship Circle will provide some snacks and drinks. Feel free to BYO as well. Everyone is welcome

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Friday, Nov. 1 2024
7:00 PM
In-person Only

Dancing with the Dead:
Red Pine and the Art of Translation

A master of ancient Chinese poetry and the search for a lost tradition

We will have a public showing of this documentary on Red Pine at Zen Life & Meditation Center, Chicago located at 46 Lake Street in Oak Park, IL on Friday, Nov. 1st. The event is FREE and everyone is invited! Come learn about this important translator of may important Chinese texts.

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Nov 9 – 30, 2024
Saturdays, 10:00–11:30 AM
Online Only

Foundations of Mindfulness

Discover Inner Peace

In just four weeks, transform your relationship with stress, anxiety, and life’s challenges through our time-tested Zen mindfulness practices. Join us at the Zen Life & Meditation Center, where for over 10 years we’ve guided thousands to find clarity and calm in the heart of Chicago.

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Key Offerings

Sunday Morning Zen

Join us and discover the joy of a warm-hearted community. Participate in Zen Buddhist services, group meditation, and inspiring dharma talks each morning. The program concludes with a fellowship hour in the community room with snacks and tea. The program is hybrid. Learn more.

Retreats

ZLMC offers many meditation retreats each year ranging from one day to three days and seven days. Retreats can be attended online or in person. Learn more.