by Sensei Judy | Aug 7, 2025 | Uncategorized
A joyful gathering marked a truly extraordinary milestone, Sr. Janet Richardson’s 100th birthday. Friends, family, colleagues, and members of her spiritual communities came together to honor a life rooted in compassion, justice, and contemplative depth. Sr. Janet, a...
by Sensei Judy | Aug 6, 2025 | Uncategorized
At the Peace and Justice Center Camp for Kids at Gather in Wilkes-Barre, young campers were invited into a calming and creative experience of mindfulness through meditation and art. Led by Polly James Sensei and Beth Black, children explored inner peace and presence...
by Sensei Judy | Jun 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
Today we shared a Dharma talk exploring the five Buddhist Precepts through the lens of Zen teachings and Alaskan Native cultural wisdom. It invites reflection on reverence for life, generosity, ethical relationship, truthfulness and clarity of mind as lived...
by Sensei Judy | Jun 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
Congratulations to Dominic Yannuzzi, PE! Dominic has been named the 2025 Robert E. Pearson Person of the Year by the American Society of Highway Engineers (ASHE)! This prestigious award celebrates individuals who have made a significant and lasting impact on the...
by Sensei Judy | May 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
The members of Flowing River Sangha were filled with gratitude during their Zazenkai on Feb 1 as one of their own completed her Jukai ceremony. This is the first time that Flowing River has had a Jukai ceremony in our own Zendo! We thank Daisetsu for traveling from...
