We do not walk this path alone.
Coming to terms with and responding to what is underway requires the support of community.
EcoSanghas to Join
In-Person or Online
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Upcoming Events
from Our Networks
30-Day Journey
- August 1, 2025
- — August 30, 2025
- Mountain Cloud Zen Center
Online
In this course, we will bring teachings, koans, and poetry from the Zen canon together with experiential practice prompts to investigate the nondual foundations of Ecodharma. Through daily zen practice and teachings, we will nurture a foundational relationship with nature, and develop the reciprocal love and healing that relationship with the natural world provides.
Online Multi-Faith Prayer Circle
- July 19, 2025
- Apache Stronghold
Online
As Apache Stronghold and their allies gather in ceremony at Oak Flat on July 19, join multi-faith organizers from the Coalition to Dismantle the Doctrine of Discovery for an online Prayer Circle for Oak Flat.
Earth-Based Intensive Immersion Retreat
- July 22, 2025
- — July 28, 2025
- Braided Wisdom
Braiding together the teachings of the Buddha and Indigenous wisdom co-creates a foundation of truth, trust, and love. During this intensive retreat, we will explore ways of coming into the core of who we are, our own Original Medicine, and enhance our personal growth and purpose with nature as our teacher. Led by Carol Cano, Janet Roos, Carmen Alvarez, Jonathan Relucio, Kimber Simpkins-Nuccio, Mario Castillo and Sarwang Parikh.
Faith in Public Life Event
- July 30, 2025
- Zen Peacemakers International
Online
In this talk with Rev. Dan Clark, we will explore the political and religious foundations of resisting authoritarianism and the ways in which contemplation and action work together to support meaningful solidarity and effective advocacy.
Sponsored by the BESS Family Foundation, Earth Awareness Community Retreats are intended to foster community among those whose work and interests are focused on the intersection of mindfulness/meditation and climate change. Retreats will be held in 2025 – 2027 at four geographically dispersed retreat centers. Attendance at the retreats is free, but other costs are participant responsibilities.
Statements
from Leaders and Practioners
Statement
Statement
A Western Soto Zen Buddhist Statement on the Climate Crisis
- Western Soto Zen Buddhists and Alan Senauke
The Western Soto Zen Buddhist Association's statement on the climate crisis draws from a long term commitment from this rich tradition to Earth, sustainability, and compassion.
