Join the Bright Cloud Zen practice groups* at Woodinville Unitarian Universalist Church (WUUC) on October 5 for Fall Zazenkai A “mini-retreat” to honor what is falling away with the turning of the season and our lives. We will spend the day in silent seated and walking meditation, with a special focus on loved ones who have died, acknowledging relationships and circumstances that are changing, with no certainty of what is to come. Bring photos, mementos, poetry, messages for an altar of remembrance. The day will also offer the experience of sutra chanting, work practice, one-on-one interviews with a Zen teacher, and a dharma talk with reflective conversation. This event is suitable for beginners or experienced Zen practitioners. While full-time participation is preferred, part-time attendance is allowed. Beginners are encouraged to arrive in the morning for orientation and guidance in meditation. Chairs are provided; some cushions are available for floor sitting. You are welcome to bring your own cushions or meditation bench. There is no charge for this event. We will invite offerings (dana) to support ongoing costs of sangha supplies and materials. Please bring your own lunch. Light snacks, water and tea will be provided throughout the day. Contributions of baked goods, fruit, tea, etc., are also welcome. General schedule (doors open at 8:45 a.m.) 9:00 a.m. Opening chants, dedication of our day to those who have died. Zazen, kinhin (alternating seated and walking meditation) 12:00 p.m. Lunch (bring your own, please) Work practice (bring garden tools if you would like to work outside) Break for rest practice, outside sitting, walking, offering incense 1:30 p.m. Zazen, kinhin Dokusan begins (one-on-one interviews with Dharma teacher) 3:30 p.m. Dharma Talk, discussion Zazen, Kinhin 4:50 p.m. Closing Chants 5:00 p.m. Leave in silence * The Zen Meditation and Practice Groups of University Unitarian Church (Seattle) and Woodinville Unitarian Universalist Church (WUUC) sit as Bright Cloud Zen, part of the Empty Moon Zen Network. emptymoonzen.org uuchurch.org/zen wuuc.org info: [email protected].