REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 10

Sesshin Full

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Beautiful space in secluded wooded setting. This two-night residential Sesshin is an intensive practice period of deep silence and Zen.

Private room with sink, shared bathroom and shower. Healthy vegetarian meals are provided and requests for gluten or dairy free will be provided. The teacher will offer private one-on-one instructions on Zen practice.  Eighteen rooms. Day of Zen option.

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LOCATION: Dayspring Silent Retreat Center,  11301 Neelsville Church Road, Germantown MD 20876

COST:

$275 for 2-nights, private room with sink, 6 vegetarian meals, linens blankets and towels. 50% deposit by February 1 to hold space. Scholarships available. $280 if paying with Zelle/Pay Pal, Checks made to Joyful Mind Zendo, mailed to Joyful Mind Zendo Treasurer, 2801 Connecticut Ave. NW., Apt. 34, Washington DC 20008–1573.

FULL SCHEDULE:

FRIDAY: Arrive 4:30-6 pm, Dinner with conversation 7 pm, Sesshin starts at 8 pm to enter into noble silence.

SATURDAY: 6:30 a.m. start Sesshin, Zazen, Kinhin, Chanting, Dharma Talk, Teacher interviews, tea breaks and personal rest throughout the day. Plus stretch/yoga.

SUNDAY: 6:30 a.m. Zazen and Kinhin, ends with conversational lunch at Noon, closing circle and chanting.

Teacher:
Sensei Martine Taikai Palmiter