On the Way-Seeking Mind and Steadiness
Maia Duerr
19 February 2025
A meditation on finding strength in Buddhism’s three jewels to stay afloat in these difficult geopolitical times
Soka Gakkai International to Open New Community Center in Sunnyvale, California
Sensei Alex Kakuyo
6 February 2025
The Buddhist Community Center near San Jose will host daily and monthly gatherings hosting up to 275 people
Engaged Buddhism: Tzu Chi USA Mobilizes Global Expertise to Support California Wildfire Relief
Justin Whitaker
16 January 2025
Tzu Chi USA has begun aid work for California wildfire victims, providing shelter, essentials, and emotional support.
American Soto Zen Priest and Engaged Buddhist Hozan Alan Senauke Has Died, Aged 77
Craig C Lewis
23 December 2024
The esteemed socially engaged Buddhist, American Soto Zen priest Hozan Alan Senauke, has died after an extended period of ill health. He was 77 years old.
Of Rainbows and Sea Turtles: Letting Memories Guide and Heal Us
Margaret Meloni, PhD
26 September 2024
Margaret Meloni discusses how we maintain a mindful relationship with our past and our present, with love and loss, and with grief and equanimity
The Koan of Letting Go and Staying Engaged
Maia Duerr
19 June 2024
Maia Duerr teaches us to lean into curiosity and openness in moments of discomfort and expectation, a powerful and often-difficult practice when confronting social injustice
Myth in the Making: Celebrating American Artist Burton Kopelow’s 100th Anniversary
Nina Müller
13 June 2024
Nina Müller takes a look at an exhibition celebrating the life and work of an American artist profoundly influenced by Buddhist themes
Japanese American Buddhist Reaches 110 Years Old
Sensei Alex Kakuyo
23 May 2024
After a difficult childhood, Yoshiko Miwa found refuge in the care of Rev. and Mrs. Issei Matsuura of the Buddhist Churches of America
Dharma Realm Buddhist University in California Granted 8-year Academic Re-accreditation
Craig C Lewis
19 April 2024
Dharma Realm Buddhist University, in northern California, has been granted an eight-year re-accreditation by the WASC Senior College and University Commission.
Tassajara Zen Mountain Center Resident Found Dead After Solo Hike
Justin Whitaker
26 March 2024
Members and friends of the San Francisco Zen Center received tragic news this week after a beloved resident and worker at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center went missing and was later found dead.
Buddhists Bring Karmic Healing to Antioch, California
Sensei Alex Kakuyo
21 March 2024
A gathering of Buddhists from across the US aimed to draw attention to violence against Asian Americans and to honor those who have worked for greater equity and peace
Tashi Choling Shares Update on Stupa Project to Honor Gyatrul Rinpoche
Craig C Lewis
15 March 2024
Tashi Choling in Ashland, Oregon, has shared an update on its plans to build a memorial stupa or chorten for the revered Nyingma lama Gyatrul Rinpoche.