Tuesday, July 8, 2025

Shikantaza is the central practice of Soto Zen Buddhism. The word translates approximately in English to “Just Sitting.” Its history dates back to the 12th Century and the Chan Buddhist schools in China. Bosco Farr has been practicing Shikantaza for more than 18 years. But what is Just Sitting? Is it as simple as that? The answer is both yes and no. Within this simple practice, Bosco has found a deep well of profound wisdom. He will relate his experience with and understanding of the practice as it has unfolded for him over the years.

Schedule (Tues., July 8) 6:30-6:35: Announcements 6:35-7:05: Sitting Meditation 7:05-8:00: On the Zen Practice of Shikantaza (Bosco Farr)

Upcoming Schedule
June 3: The Nyingmapa Order of Tibetan Buddhism (Pam Harrod)
June 10: Ken Wilber’s Integral Theory & Buddhism–An Introduction (Vann McCoy)
June 17: The Five Hindrances (Kris Grapes)
June 24: Ahyashanti (Jim Garrido)

ANNOUNCEMENTS
[NEW!!!] WSDC March 2026 Retreat with Vance Pryor
The Winston-Salem Dharma Community invites you to join us for another retreat at St. Francis Springs Prayer Center. 
The retreat, from March 26-30, 2026, is entitled Seeing Clearly: The Four Noble Truths, with Vance Pryor returning as our teacher. Vance first taught us in 2024, to rave reviews. We are thrilled to have him back! You can listen to his talk, The Paramis — Ethics/Virtue, at this link. Please register soon if you are available and interested; we expect a full house.

[NEW!] Volunteers Needed!
The Steering Committee is looking for Volunteers to be greeters and/or to help set up chairs, etc. We would like to be more skillfull, in building Sangha as well as being welcoming to both new and existing members. It would only require 10 or 15 minutes per week to be of service. You do not have to greet folks every week. You can be regular or intermittent, and no special skills or knowledge are needed. Please email Bosco at devonmfarr@gmail.com if you would be interested in adding yourself to the rotation.