Upcoming 2026 Events

  • Ringing in the New Year

    In-person only

    Wednesday, Dec. 31, 8 pm - Midnight

    With Sosan and Koji


    This program is offered freely, but participants may register with a donation if desired.

    A fun alternative New Year's Eve celebration. Sosan, Koji, and others will lead us as we reflect on the past year, release what's unwanted, and ring in the new. The evening will include an outdoor fire ceremony, delicious soba noodles (prepared by Koji), and meditation to the sound of bells. 

     

    Schedule:

    8 - 8:30 pm Zazen

    8:30 - 9:15 pm Personal Reflection: Writing & releasing the old year 

    9:15 - 9:45 pm Fire Ceremony (burning unwanted habits & karma)

    9:45 - 10:15 pm Snack Break

    10:20 - 10:50 pm Zazen

    10:50 - 11 pm Kinhin

    11 pm - 12 am Open Zazen with 108 bells

    11:07 Bells begin and ring every 30 seconds. 

    12:00 am Two final rings to indicate the new year

  • Priest Ordination Ceremony: Myoshin Diane Benjamin

    Hybrid in-person and Zoom

    Saturday, January 3, 7 - 9 pm

    Myoshin is already a fully authorized teacher, committed to serving the sangha, who has decided that she would like to serve in a priest role. This ceremony celebrates her decision. If you are interested in helping with the ceremony or reception, please contact kikan@cloudsinwater.org.

    ZOOM LINK

    Meeting ID: 898 4377 4815
    Passcode: 267545