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Zendo in New Hope

Address: 64 West Mechanic Street, New Hope, PA 18938  PA
Tradition: Mahayana, Zen
Phone: (215) 862-9869
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Ananda Buddhist Monastery and College

Address: 200 Greenwood Avenue   Yeagertown PA 17099
Tradition: Mahayana
Affiliation: Meditation (Thiền) and Pure Land (Tịnh Độ Tông)
Phone: 717-248-4050
E-mail: thichvandam@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.abmconline.org
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Spiritual Director: Most Reverend Thich Van Dam  Email  (Phone: 571-643-5700)
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Ananda Buddhist Monastery and College is a central Pennsylvania Buddhist congregation in the Vietnamese tradition combining meditation (Thiền) and Pure Land (Tịnh Độ Tông) practices under the direction of the Most Reverend Thich Van Dam.

Our temple offers monthly retreats, celebration of important Buddhist festivals, meditation instruction, and fellowship with Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike.  Please visit our website for more information, including archived Dharma talks:  http://www.abmconline.org

Beginner's Mind Zen Meditation Ctr.

Address: 590 S. Braddock Ave.   Pittsburgh PA 15221
Tradition: Mahayana
Phone: 412-527-7100
E-mail: pittsburghzen@gmail.com
Website: http://www.ittsburghzen.com
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Main Contact: Donald Drolet  Email  (Phone: 412-527-7100)
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We are a Buddhist meditation group that offers a weekly meditation in the Ch'an Buddhist format. Our weekly service begins with a short set of Qigong, a period of sitting, a walking meditation, a 2nd period of sitting, a sutra chanting service and is then followed by a general discussion on Buddhism and meditation. All faiths are welcome. Thought the format is Buddhist in nature, we have many attendees of various other faiths that find benefit from the group meditation experience.

Blue Mountain Zendo

Address: Temple - 857 Constitution Drive Allentown, PA 18015   Allentown PA 18015
Tradition: Mahayana, Rinzai/Lam Te Zen
Affiliation: Independant American Rinzai
Phone: 610-760-3033
E-mail: joriki@bluemountainzendo.org
Website: http://www.bluemountainzendo.org
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Contact: Jisha  (Phone: 610-760-3033)
Teacher: Rev. Joriki Dat Baker  
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Those who are new to Zen Practice should arrive fifteen minutes early for basic meditation instructions. Blue Mountain Zendo does offer cushion sets; however, it is a good idea to obtain a personal set if possible. Having your own set will allow you the opportunity to sit both with the sangha (group) as well as alone when at home or work. Also to note, if you cannot sit on the floor due to a medical condition, chairs are an option. If done correctly, sitting in a chair is no different than sitting on the floor. An offering for the temple is traditional for those visiting for the first time. This offering is symbolic of the “open” and “giving” nature of the new student and his/her recognition of the value of the teachings.

During Zazenkai (Extended Zen Service) the han is struck for the first time to start the beginning of the service. The ino then announces the first chant and the service begins. We chant in both Japanese, Pali and English to show respect to Zens roots and lineage. After the last chant, kinhin or walking meditation begins which will continue at various times during the service. The bell is struck and the sangha sits down to begin zazen (seated meditation) practice. During Zazen we become and remain still throughout the round while watching our breath or answering our Koan. Our eyes become half closed and focused downward on the floor in front of us to avoid distractions. The bell is struck (dink) after 25 minutes and to allow new students the option to stand up and face the wall or adjust their posture. The bell is struck once again after 10 minutes, informing those who are standing to please be seated. The final bell struck is at the 60 minute mark to signal the cessation of the sitting round. The sangha then does walking meditation or Kin-hin which will last for fifteen minutes. When kinhin is completed, the sangha once again is seated. To conclude, Rev. Joriki Dat Baker will then give a Dharma Talk and the service is closed with chanting. After the close of the service, tea and sweets are served in the kitchen; during this time, questions or comments may be posed in a relaxed atmosphere.

On the second Sunday of  each month, Dokusan will replace the Dharma Talk. Dokusan is the private meeting between the zendo’s teacher and its students. Dokusan is a formal meeting and idle talk is inappropriate.

Buddhas Liberty Bell Sangha

Tradition: Mahayana
Affiliation: Buddhas Wisdom Association
Phone: 215-837-3543
E-mail: talkdharma@gmail.com
Website: http://www.buddhaslibertybell.org
Spiritual Director: Ven. Thich Thien Son  
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Our primary goal is to share the understanding of the Buddha’s teachings. It is also our aim to make the true essence of the teachings accessible to all, regardless of religious or cultural background. Through understanding, mindfulness, and the practice of overcoming personal limitations, individuals on this path have the chance to experience the full potential of their being.

Buddhas Liberty Bell Sangha welcomes like-minded women and men of all ages to join us at our quarterly dharma teachings, at our Zen workshops, and at our monthly meditation gatherings.  We regularly practice sitting, walking and lying down meditation.  We offer friendship, support for spiritual practice, and encouragement as we quest for our right path. 

Laughing Rivers Sangha

Address: 307 S. Lang Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15208 (Mailing address only)   PA
Tradition: Mahayana, Zen Buddhist Master Thich Nhat Hahn
Affiliation: Community of Mindful Living
Phone: (412) 241-1649
E-mail: dleebrooks@gmail.com
Website: http://www.laughingrivers.org
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Contact: Deborah Brooks  
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Our group meets weekly Tuesday evenings from 7-9pm for sitting and walking meditation, dharma teachings and discussions. We meet in the Squirrel Hill section of Pittsburgh. Please contact Deborah for more information.

Monkey Mind Zen Group

Address: 534RR Bainbridge Street   Philadelphia PA 19147
Tradition: Mahayana, Korean Zen
Affiliation: Kwan Um School of Zen
Phone: 631-943-5981
E-mail: MonkeeMindZen@gmail.com
Website: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Monkey-Mind-Zen-Group/184070704958118
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Main Contact: Steven Valerio, Jr  
Teacher: Steven Valerio, Jr  
Spiritual Director: Zen Master Soeng Hyang(Barbara Rhodes)  
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Monkey Mind Zen Group is a Sangha in the Kwan Um School of Zen, but also heavily influenced by the teaching of Soto Zen Master Brad Warner.

We meet every Saturday at 10am. The day consists of traditional chanting and seated meditation followed by a Dharma Talk and Q&A/Discussion period. Afterward, all are invited out to lunch in keeping with Zen Master Seung Sahn\\\'s emphasis on "together action".

Our teaching focuses on dropping your preconceived notions and attachments, and being fully present right now. Through our practice, we find our True Self and reach true Don\'t Know Mind. Dont know what that means? Come by and find out!

Monkey Mind Zen Group

Address:   Philadelphia PA 19125
Tradition: Mahayana, Korean Zen
Affiliation: Kwan Um School of Zen
Phone: 631-943-5981
E-mail: MonkeeMindZen@gmail.com
Website: http://monkeymindzen.angelfire.com
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Main Contact: Steven Valerio, Jr  Email  (Phone: 631-943-5981)
Spiritual Director: Zen Master Soeng Hyang (Barbara Rhodes)  
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Monkey Mind Zen Group is a meditation group in the Kwan Um School of Zen. We meet every Saturday in  a private residence for chanting ans sitting practice as well as Dharma talks/discussions.

For further information or directions, please contact Steven Valerio using the contact info on this page. 

Plum Blossom Zendo

Address: 5228 Beeler Street  Pittsburgh PA 15217
Tradition: Mahayana, Zen Master Taizan Maezumi Roshi
Affiliation: Soto-Rinzai
Phone: 412.431.8016
E-mail: bgriebling@comcast.net
Website: www.plumblossomzendo.org
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Main Contact: Beverly Griebling  Email  (Phone: 412.431.8016)
Teacher: Sensei Janet Jiryu Abels  
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Plum Blossom Zendo, a Pittsburgh Zen Community was formed in 2005 to offer Zen practice to southwestern Pennsylvania residents.  We are an affiliate center of Still Mind Zendo, a zen center located in New York City is in the lineage of Maezumi Roshi and the White Plum Asangha.  Our principal teacher is Sensei Janet Jiryu Abels, the founder and resident teacher of Still Mind Zendo.  Our practice is focused on the needs of lay people who seek to deepen their spiritual practice in the midst of family and career responsibilities.  We offer a challenging yet nurturing environment which emphasizes strong zazen (sitting meditation) practice, a robust commitment to realizing our true nature, and careful attention to the present moment within and outside the zendo.

Pocono Sangha

Tradition: Mahayana, everyone welcome, regardless of religious beliefs
E-mail: omonthepath@gmail.com
Website: www.poconosangha.bravehost.com
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Pocono Sangha meets Thursday evenings from 7pm to 9pm.   Please visit our website or email us for more information.

Six Rings Sangha

Tradition: Mahayana, Soto Zen
E-mail: horst2com@gmail.com
Website: http://www.sixringssangha.org
Contact: Horst de Lorenzi  
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Six Rings Sangha is practice group of Soto Zen tradition     

Susquehanna Valley Sangha

Address:   PA
Tradition: Mahayana
E-mail: Dann@susquehannavalleysangha.org
Website: http://susquehannavalleysangha.org/
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Main Contact: Val  (Phone: (717) 927-9460)
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A meditation group in York, Pennsylvania.

Two Rivers Zen Community

Address: 926 Court Street   Honesdale PA 18431
Tradition: Mahayana, Soto Zen
Affiliation: Udumbara National Sangha
Phone: 5702517800
E-mail: chugai108@gmail.com
Website: http://www.tworiverszen.org
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Spiritual Director: Rev. Seiso Paul Cooper  Email  (Phone: 5702517800)
Teacher: Rev. Seiso Paul Cooper  
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We offer introduction to zazen (Zen meditation)*, zazenkai (day-long retreats), traditional services; Zen studies classes and special events including retreats, workshops led by visiting teachers and ongoing one-on-one private instructions for review and refinement on a regular basis. **

The Two Rivers Zen Community meets at the Court Street Zendo located at 926 Court St., 2^nd floor, Honesdale, PA. 18431, at the corner of Tenth Street, across the street from Central Park. Court Street Zendo is formally designated as “Bendowa Temple” “Bendowa” means “Wholehearted Practice of the Way,” which is our emphasis at Two Rivers.

All programs, unless otherwise noted, are open to all at no fee. Voluntary donations are welcomed and gratefully appreciated.

 Further Details:  www.tworiverszen.org

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* Introduction to Zen form and practice available Sundays at 9:00 A.M. by previous appointment via e-mail: chugai108@gmail.com before 6:00 P.M. on the Saturday prior to your first visit, or by pre-arranged appointment.

 Two Rivers is a non-profit religious organization incorporated in the Commonwealth of PA.

Willow Branch Sangha

Address: 1066 South New Street   West Chester PA 19382
Tradition: Mahayana, Thich Nhat Hanh
Affiliation: Plum Village, France
Phone: 610-388-1257
E-mail: dn@willowbranch.org
Website: http://www.willowbranch.org
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Main Contact: Dat Nguyen  Email  (Phone: 610-388-1257)
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Group sitting and walking followed by dharma sharing at 6 PM Sundays.  Recitation of Mindfulness Trainings (Precepts) on first and third Sundays.  Dharma talk listening and discussion 7:30 PM Thursdays.  Periodic visits and practice at Blue Cliff Monastery, Pine Bush, NY.

Zen Sitting Group of Pittsburgh

Address: 1406 S. Negley St Pittsburgh,PA  Pittsburgh PA 15217
Tradition: Mahayana, Zen: Mountains and Rivers Order
Affiliation: Mountains and Rivers Order, Zen Mountain Monstery
Phone: 412-421-5176
E-mail: hogen@dharma.net
Website: http://mro.org/smr/unaffiliated/about/pittsburgh-sitting-group/
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Teacher: Shugen Arnold Sensei  
Main Contact: Ron Hogen Green  Email  (Phone: 412-421-5176)
Spiritual Director: JohnDaido Loori, Roshi  Email  (Phone: 845-688-2228)
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The Zen Sitting Group of Pittsburgh (ZSGP) is a member of the Society of Mountains and Rivers (SMR), a network of Zen Buddhist sitting groups and affiliates of the Mountains and Rivers Order (MRO). The MRO’s spiritual founder and director is John Daido Loori Roshi, abbot of Zen Mountain Monastery in upstate New York.

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