Retreats
Find Your True North: Zen Retreats
Step out of the noise, into the silence. Our retreats–ranging from one to seven days–are sanctuaries for rediscovery. Immerse yourself in meditation, emerge with clarity. Guided by seasoned teachers, nurtures by daily wisdom talks, these journeys are your path back to center. Come, breathe, awaken.
Upcoming Retreats
Summer Three-Day Retreat: July 18-20
Fall Retreat: September 1–7, 2024
Summer Equanimity: 3-Day
Zen Retreat:
July 18-20, 2024 | In-person & Online | Non-Residential
Find your center in the heart of summer. Join Roshi Robert Athouse and Roshi June Tanoue for an immersive 3-day journey into balance, resilience, and peace. Begins Thursday at 7 PM; concludes Saturday evening. Three nourishing meals provided each day. Experience the depth of Zen, whether you’re in our serene Oak Park sanctuary or joining us virtually. Emerge refreshed, clear, and ready for what life has to offer.
Schedule:
THURSDAY
Opening Remarks/Meditation: 7:00-9:00 PM
FRIDAY–SATURDAY
Meditation: 6:30-7:30 AM
Morning Service: 7:30 AM (See Service Liturgy)
Breakfast: 8:00 AM
Samu work practice: 8:30-9:30
Rest: 9:30-10:00 AM
Meditation: 10:00-10:30 AM
Dharma Talk: 10:30–11:30 AM
Lunch: 11:30 AM
Rest: 12:00-3:00 PM
Meditation: 3:00-4:30 PM
Sutra Reading: 4:30 PM
Supper: 4:45 PM
Closing Council Circle: 7:00 PM
Fall Meditation Retreat:
Zen Autumn: Harvesting Wisdom, Cultivating Peace
Sept 1–7, 2024 (Full 7-Day) | Sept 1-4 (3-Day Option) | In-person & On-line | Nonresidential
As leaves turn and summer’s busyness fades, the natural world invites us to turn inward. It’s the perfect time to deepen your Zen practice and reap the bountry of wisdom and peace. Join us for our annual Fall Meditation Retreat, a profound journey guided by our esteemed co-founders, Roshi Robert Althouse and Roshi June Tanoue. With decades of combined experience, they’ll guide you through the transformative practice of intensive meditation, insightful dharma talks, and personal teacher interviews.
Choose Your Path to Peace:
Full 7-Day Retreat: Immerse yourself fully in the rhythms of Zen life.
3-Day Option (Sept. 1-4): A shorter, but no less profound journey into stillness. 1
Part-Time Participation: Join for mornings or evening sessions to fit your schedule.
Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner or new to Zen, this retreat meets you where you are. In-person at our serene Oak Park center, youll enjoy nourishing meals and the support of a dedicated community. Or, join us online from anywhere in the world.
In the midst of modern life’s constant changes, Zen offers a timeless anchor. Deepen your roots in practice, find stability in the present moment, and harvest the fruits of camer, clearer mind.
Spaces are limited. Register now or call 708.680-1220. Invest in your growth. The ripples will touch every part of your life.
Retreat Donation and Registration:
KELLY, OAK PARK, IL, USA