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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., 2nd 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.
Tzu Chi Greater Washington DC Regional Office
Address: 1516 Moorings Dr
Reston,VA 20190 Reston 20190
Tradition: Mahayana, Dharma Master Cheng Yen
Affiliation: Worldwide Buddhist Compassion Relief Tzu Chi Foundation
Phone: 703-707-8606
Website: https://tzuchi.us/offices/dc#offices
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Underdog Zendo
Address: 2950 West Chicago Ave. #201, Chicago, IL 60622 Chicago IL 60622
Tradition: Mahayana, Zen Buddhist
Affiliation: Drinking Gourd Institute, Buddhist Temple of Toledo
E-mail: UnderdogZendo@gmail.com
Website: http://UnderdogZendo.com
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Senior Dharma Teacher: Rev. Jay Rinsen Weik
Practice Leader: Shawn Shaon Nichols Email
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Underdog Zendo is a vibrant Zen Practice Group located on the West Side of Chicago. We are a growing Sangha of open-minded folks coming together to practice Zazen. U-Z is dedicated to providing a positive space for all those interested in the path of enlightenment and the practice of Zen Buddhism. We hold Weekly Zen Practice every Sunday 4-6pm - All welcome!
Unitarian Universalist Society of Black Hawk County
Address: 3912 Cedar Heights Drive Cedar Falls IA 50613
Tradition: Non-Sectarian
Phone: 319-266-5640
Website: http://www.uusbhc.org
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Spiritual Director: Eva Chameron Email
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Buddhist path services on Thursday nights at 7:30pm. Dharma talks and meditation.
University Buddhist Association at UCLA
Tradition: Non-Sectarian
E-mail: buddhist@ucla.edu
Website: http://www.studentgroups.ucla.edu/buddhist/index.html
Staff Member: Eric Email
Main Contact: Eric Email
Teacher: Venerable Kusala
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Bringing the Sangha to the University
In order for students to meet and learn about a variety of Buddhist traditions, the UBA sponsors guest speakers from many of the local temples in Southern California to come and speak at UCLA.
- Bringing the Students to the Community
The UBA utilizes the passion of young Buddhists to reach out into the larger community and become connected beyond our college years. We sponsor field trips, retreats, and community service to forge the bonds that can last a lifetime.
- Bringing Buddhism to the Disucssion
The Buddhist teachings offer a perspective not found elsewhere, and a set of responsibilities unique to the religion. The UBA participates in interfaith events and dialog to make the Buddhist voice heard and understood.
For more information, please visit:
- Blog: http://www.theuba.blogspot.com/
- Website: http://www.studentgroups.ucla.edu/buddhist/index.html
- E-mail: buddhist@ucla.edu
Upaya Zen Center
Address: 1404 Cerro Gordo Road Santa Fe NM 87501
Tradition: Mahayana, Soto Zen Lineage, White Plum Asanga, Thich Nhat Hanh, Roshi Bernie Glassman.
Affiliation: Zen Buddhism
Phone: (505) 986-8518
E-mail: upaya@upaya.org
Website: http://www.upaya.org/
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Spiritual Director: Roshi Joan Halifax - Abbot and Founder
Teacher: Roshi Joan Halifax, Ph.D.
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Upaya is a Zen Buddhist residential, practice, and educational center dedicated to the development of the relationship between traditional Buddhism and compassionate engagement with our world.
Upaya Zen is a model of socially engaged Buddhism. It brings together many projects focused on social transformation, including work in prisons, end-of-life care, serving the homeless, training chaplains in socially engaged practice, peace and non-violence work, training of clinicians in compassionate care, and delivering healthcare in remote regions of the Himalayas.
Upaya is a global community for those working to create racial, economic, and environmental justice, compassionate care for the most vulnerable, and a place of committed, daily contemplative practice and learning through its retreats, trainings, and programs, free Dharma podcasts, and community services.
Urban Dharma
Address: 29 Page Avenue, Asheville NC
Tradition: Vajrayana, Drikung Kagyü, Tibetan
Affiliation: Venerable Wei Wu, Abbot & Founder of Than Hsiang Temple, Malaysia
Website: http://www.udharmanc.com/#!community
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Main Contact: Dr. Hun Lye, UDNC Founder & President
Spiritual Director: Venerable Khenchen Konchog Gyaltshen Rinpoche,
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We are at 29 Page Avenue - across from historic Grove Arcade in downtown Asheville. Urban Dharma is a temple with meditation and teaching space, a Tibetan art/ritual gallery, a Buddhist library and a tea-corner for relaxation.
UD Temple Hours (Gallery closed)
Tuesday 12 noon - 5 pm
Wednesday 12 noon - 5 pm
UD Temple & Gallery Hours
Thursday 12 noon - 8 pm
Friday 12 noon - 8 pm
Saturday 12 noon - 8 pm
Sunday 12 noon - 5 pm
We encourage walk-ins, whether motivated by simple curiosity or existential crisis, drop-ins for tea and relaxation or sit-ins - sit and be.
UU Meditation (Zen)
Address: 5090 Center Street NE
Salem OR 97317
Tradition: Mahayana, Maria Kannon Zen Center
Phone: (503) 949-3188
E-mail: heronlodge@aol.com
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Teacher: Lee Ann Nail
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Regular meditation is from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. Wednesday with tea, cookies and a short Dharma talk from 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend.
Vajra Dakini Nunnery
Address: Bristol Bristol VT 05443
Tradition: Vajrayana, Drikung Kagyu, Tibetan Buddhist
Affiliation: Drikung Kagyu
Phone: 802 453 6867
E-mail: info@vajradakininunnery.org
Website: http://www.vajradakininunnery.org/
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Teacher: Khenmo Drolma
Spiritual Director: HH Chetsang Rinpoche; Ven. Dhyani Ywahoo
Main Contact: Khenmo Drolma Email
Notes and Events:
Mail to PO Box 382 Bristol VT 05443
Vajra Dakini Nunnery is a contemplative nuns community in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. With the blessing and patronage of H.H. Chetsang Rinpoche, founded by Ven Dhyani Ywahoo and directed by Abesss Khenmo Drolma, it is dedicated to prayers for welfare of all sentient beings. It is open to ordained and lay Sangha through programs and retreats.
Vajra Light Buddhist Center
Address: 234 North Central Avenue Hartsdale NY 10530
Tradition: Mahayana, New Kadampa Tradition
Phone: (914) 607-3583
E-mail: Info@VajraLight.org
Website: http://www.vajraight.org, www.meditationinwestchester.org
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Main Contact: Daniel Morris, AD Email (Phone: 914-275-2877)
Teacher: Kadam Morten Clausen
Spiritual Director: Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
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Vajra Light Buddhist Center is a Buddhist meditation center in Hartsdale, NY, in Westchester County. We offer instruction in meditation and Buddhist spiritual practice through meditation classes, retreats and special events. Taugh by qualified Western teachers, Vajra Light\\\'s meditation classes are very easy to understand and apply to our daily lives. The classes are suitable fo both beginners and more advanced practitioners.
Vajra Vidya Down East
Address: 161 State Street
Ellsworth ME 04605
Tradition: Vajrayana, Kagyu Tibetan
Affiliation: Vajra Vidya
Phone: (207) 422-3412
E-mail: vajravidyadowneast@hotmail.com
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Main Contact: Bill Lawless Email (Phone: (207) 422-3412)
Teacher: Bill Lawless
Spiritual Director: Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche
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The center follows the Tibetan tradition of Buddhism under the guidence of the Venerable KhenchenThrangu Rinpoche. Meditation and classes meet twice weekly throughout the year.
Vajradhara Meditation Center
Address: 235 St. Marks Avenue Brooklyn NY 11215
Tradition: Mahayana, New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union
Affiliation: New Kadampa Tradition - International Kadampa Buddhist Union
Phone: 347-715-6999
E-mail: info@brooklynmeditation.org
Website: http://brooklynmeditation.org/
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Main Contact: Matthew Riechers Email (Phone: 347-715-6999)
Teacher: Matthew Riechers
Spiritual Director: Matthew Riechers Email (Phone: 347-715-6999)
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Vajradhara Meditation Center was established to provide people in Brooklyn with the opportunity to learn about Meditation and the practice Buddhist teachings. To fulfill this aim we have a space in Prospect Heights, located at 235 St. Marks Ave (just off Vanderbilt Ave). We also offer branch classes held at various other locations throughout Brooklyn.
The Center is run by volunteers who themselves are dedicated practitioners, and we have a warm and welcoming community.
Please feel free to drop in for a visit. Before and after classes, there is always someone at hand who can answer your questions. In addition to the beautiful meditation room, you can also check out our bookstore and gift shop, or just spend time in our comfortable lounge.
If you wish to participate in the activities at the center, we recommend that you begin with one of our General Program classes.
Vajradhara Meditation Center is a member of the New Kadampa Tradition (NKT). The NKT is an International Union of Kadampa Buddhist Centers. There are currently over 1,000 centers worldwide. In the area, we have centers in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Long Island, and other locations throughout New York and New Jersey. From time to time we gather as a family at the Kadampa Meditation Center, home of our national Temple, for festivals, special courses, and retreats.
If you have any questions, check out our resource pages or feel free to contact us.
How to Get Started
Our weekly classes are a great place to start. A typical class will include teachings, two guided meditations and a question & answer session.
Taught by qualified Western teachers, the meditation classes are very easy to understand and apply to our daily lives. The classes are suitable for both beginners and more advanced meditation practitioners, and emphasize how to meditate and practice in our NY urban environment.
Meditation is a simple yet profound method to improve the quality of our lives and develop inner peace. Through following very simple, practical instructions we can learn to let go of the causes of our pain and dissatisfaction and to gain the inner peace and clarity we seek. We offer a wide range of classes from basic introductions to Buddhist meditation, applying Buddha’s teachings to daily life issues such as anger and improving relationships, to comprehensive study programs of Buddhist view, meditation and action. Everyone is welcome.
Vajramudra Dharma Center
Address: 154 Granite St. Rockport MA 01966
Tradition: Vajrayana, Tibetan
Affiliation: Asian Classics Institute
E-mail: sangha@aci-capeann.org
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Main Contact: Phil Salzman Email
Spiritual Director: Lama Sumati Marut
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ACI–Cape Ann, Inc. is dedicated to providing for the serious study and personal practice of the authentic teachings of Mahayana Buddhism, in a western context and in ways that enhance and deepen intellectual, cultural and spiritual understanding. Our Spiritual Director is Venerable Sumati Marut. We offer a comprehensive series of courses that provide an authentic, thorough, and accurate Mahayana Buddhist education. All our classes and events are open to the public and include weekly meditation meetings, formal Asian Classics Institute Courses, monthly Dharma Days, classes and workshops offered by guest teachers, and extended teaching visits from our spiritual head, Lama Marut.
Our Vajramudra Dharma Center is located at 154 Granite Street in Rockport, MA. USA.
Please check out our Google Calendar for our current schedule.
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Vajrapani Buddhist Center
Address: 55 West Colonial Drive Orlando FL 32801
Tradition: Vajrayana, Tibetan, New Kadampa
Phone: (407) 245-7574
E-mail: vajrapani@meditationinorlando.org
Website: http://www.meditationinorlando.org
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Main Contact: Karen Velez, Education Program Coordinator
Teacher: Ricc Bishop
Spiritual Director: Ven. Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
Notes and Events:
General & Introductory Meditation Classes
Thursdays 7:30pm - 9:00pm
Saturdays 10:00am - 11:30am
Foundation Program (Advanced Study)
Mondays 7:15pm - 9:15pm
We also offer many scheduled pujas (chanted meditaitons) and special classes & events on a monthly basis. See our online calendar at www.MeditationInOrlando.org.
Vallecitos Mountain Refuge
Address: 100 South Plaza Taos NM 87571
Tradition: Non-Sectarian, Multi traditional
Phone: 505-751-9613
Fax: 505-751-4038
E-mail: refuge@vallecitos.org
Website: http://www.vallecitos.org
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Teachers: Diana Winston, Marcia Rose, Wendy Johnson, Therese Fitzgerald, Cynthia Jurs
Main Contact: Rose Martinez
Teachers: Joseph Goldstein, Steven Smith, Wes Nisker, Grove Burnett (Founding Teacher).
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Vallecitos Mountain Refuge is a magnificent wilderness ranch and retreat center located near Taos, New Mexico.
Vallecitos offers meditation and contemplative retreats taught in various traditions in an inspirational mountain setting.
Valley Dragon Zen Sangha
Address: 1301 Rio Grande Blvd. NW Suite #2 Albuquerque 87104
Tradition: Mahayana, Shunryu Suzuki
Affiliation: Soto Zen
Phone: (505) 377-3045
E-mail: info@valleydragon.org
Website: http://www.valleydragon.org
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Guiding Teacher: Rev. Taigen Dan Leighton
Main Contact: Rev. Keizan Titus O'Brien Email
Guiding Teacher: Rev. Zoketsu Norman Fisher
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A Soto Zen group co-led by fellow priests Taisan joe Galewsky and Keizan Titus O'Brien. We meet weekly on Monday evenings:
6:30-7:10 zazen
7;10-7:20 service
7:20-8:00 Dharma discussion
We also have occasional guest teachers, events, and full day sits.
Vietnamese Buddhist Association of Savannah, Georgia Inc.
Address: Cat-Tuong Temple 2619 US Highway 80, Garden City, GA 31408 Garden City GA 31408
Tradition: Mahayana, Vietnamese
Phone: (912) 965-1876
E-mail: thienhanh@aol.com
Website: http://www.savannahbuddhist.org
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Main Contact: An Van Nguyen Email (Phone: 912-927-4148)
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The Vietnamese Buddhist Association of Savannah, Georgia Inc. (Chua Cat Tuong) is domestic non-profit organization whose charitable purposes are educational, religious, literary and scientific. Our organization was formed on April 2, 1997 under the guidance of spiritual leader Thượng Tọa Thích Trí Chơn.
Our first resident nun was Thích Nữ Huệ Hạnh. Our current resident monk is Đại đức Thích Hải Quang.
We moved to our present location on January 15, 2000 and celebrated the ribbon cutting of our new temple on August 19, 2012.
Vimala Sangha
Tradition: Mahayana, Zen, in the tradition of Shunryu Suzuki Roshi
Phone: 415.381.3015
E-mail: vimalasangha@earthlink.net
Website: http://www.vimalasangha.org
Teacher: Lewis Richmond
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The Vimala Sangha (Vimala Zen Center) is a Buddhist group based in Mill Valley, California, under the spiritual guidance of Buddhist teacher Lew Richmond. It takes its name from Vimalakirti, the householder whose wisdom was said to surpass that of all the Buddha's other great disciples.
Vimala Sangha's forms of practice and methods of inquiry are illuminated by the American experience, and respectful of all the teachings and schools of Buddhism.
Our schedule of events is available at http://www.vimalasangha.org.
Lewis Richmond's music CDs and music teaching DVD are availabel at http://www.lewisrichmond.com
Vipassana Buddhist Church / Center for Buddhist Development
Address: 203 East Dunklin Street Jefferson City MO 65101
Tradition: Non-Sectarian, (Pali based teachings)
Affiliation: Centers for Buddhist Development
Phone: (573) 635-9544
E-mail: revhbwe@aol.com
Website: http://www.vipassanabuddhistchurch.org
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Contact: Rev. Dhammasiri (Rev. Michael Stephens) Email (Phone: (573) 635-9544)
Teachers: Rev. Dhammasiri (Rev. Michael Stephens) Email (Phone: (573) 635-9544)
Spiritual Director: Rev. Dhammaruchi (Rev. William Edwards) Email (Phone: (573) 635-9544)
Teacher: Rev. Dhammaruchi
Main Contact: Rev. Dhammaruchi Email (Phone: (573) 635-9544)
Notes and Events:
Sundays: 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM - Meditation and chanting service; 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM Dharma Discussion.
Wednesday & Thursday Nights: 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM - Meditation Class.
Contact us for more information
Vipassana Dhura Meditation Society
Address: 12118 E. Amherst Circle
Aurora CO 80014
Tradition: Theravada, Mahasi Sayadaw
Phone: (303) 861-5051
E-mail: vipassanadhura@yahoo.com
Website: http://www.vipassanadhura.com/
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Main Contact: Cynthia Thatcher (Phone: (303) 861-5051)
Spiritual Director: Achan Sobin Namto
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Offering detailed, authentic teachings in moment-to-moment mindfulness from the Thai-Mahasi tradition. Learn sitting/walking meditation, the Sixteen Stages of Insight, and mindful eating. Free correspondence program.
Vipassana Hawaii
Address: North Kohala, Hawai‘i Island Kapaau HI 96755
Tradition: Theravada
Phone: 808 889-0567
E-mail: information@vipassanahawaii.org
Website: http://www.vipassanahawaii.org/
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Teachers: Steven Smith, Michele McDonald-Smith
Main Contact: Sophia V Schweitzer Email (Phone: 808 889-0567)
Teacher: Michele McDonald
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Virginia Boudha Vihar
Address: 9108 Backlick Road Ft. Belvoir, Fairfax VI VA 22060-1303
Tradition: Theravada
Affiliation: Ajahn Cha
Phone: (703) 372-1995
E-mail: virginabv@yahoo.com
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Main Contact: Paritosh Barua (Phone: (703) 372-1995)
Spiritual Director: Ven. Gayanosri Bhikkhu Email (Phone: (703) 372-1995)
Teacher: Ven. Gayanosri Bhikkhu
Notes and Events:
The Virginia Boudha Vihar newly established by the group of Bengali Buddhist community 2009 . And its our main aim is the prompting Buddhas teaching and practice meditation, or carry on our Bengali culture and heritage one to another generation.
The Virginia Boudha Vihar main object to establish Dhamma school and meditation.
Wa Dok Tea & Sutras
Address: 1971 Bardstown Rd. #5 Louisville 40205
Tradition: Mahayana
Affiliation: Zen
Phone: 502-303-1549
E-mail: tea_man@earthlink.net
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Main Contact: William C. Weaver
Spiritual Director: William C. Weaver Email (Phone: 502-553-2376)
Notes and Events:
We make tea, and discuss sutras every Sunday at 3PM local time. We only allow eight guests at a maximum, and prefer groups of five, so that everyone may have plenty of time to discuss their point of view. All guests must call in advance for an available date and reservation. The number to call for an appointment is 502-303-1549. We are not always able to answer, so please leave a message. The tea we serve is a medium grade Sencha. If this does not suit your needs or wants, please bring your own beverage. When you call, and we agree on a date, the sutra for discussion will be announced. We select readings from the Diamond Sutra, The Flower Garland Sutra, The Lotus Sutra, The Blue Cliff Record, The Platform Sutra, and Wind in the Pines. If you do not possess a reading, one will be e-mailed to you, so that any purchase will not be necessary. We accept no gifts or donations. We do appreciate a prepared mind on the assigned sutras, and do not offer personal counseling. This is a place for exchanging ideas on spiritual matters, and not a place to gain social advice.
William C. Weaver
Waco Zen Meditation Group
Address: Waco TX 76707
Tradition: Mahayana, Zen
E-mail: WacoZen@gmail.com
Website: http://www.facebook.com/WacoZen/
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Main Contact: Jared Shaw Email
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We are a group of lay zazen practitioners living in and around Waco.
Wake Up to Your Life Group of Columbus, Ohio
Address: Buddhist Center of Ohio
1005 King Ave Columbus OH 43212
Tradition: Non-Sectarian, http://www.unfetteredmind.org/index.php
Affiliation: Unfettered Mind
E-mail: wutyl.columbus@gmail.com
Website: http://www.wutyl-columbus.org/
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"The Wake Up to Your Life" group of Columbus, Ohio is a nonsectarian group of Buddhist practitioners who come together to meditate and study the teachings of Ken McLeod, Stephen Batchelor, and other Western teachers.
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