Beginner's Mind Online Meditation Retreat
With Danney Soten Lynch and Sara Shinei Monial
June 4 - 6, 2021
The teachings and practices of Zen Buddhism empower us to live our lives wholeheartedly with openness, insight and compassion.
This retreat is ideal for anyone wanting an introduction to intensive Zen practice or simply a day of silent sitting meditation supported by the serene atmosphere of the monastery.
About the Leaders
Danney Soten Lynch
Danney Soten Lynch is a Dharma Holder and ordained Zen priest. He was a monastic resident at Great Vow from 2010-2020 completing his novice training in 2018. During this time he contributed many songs to the Great Vow liturgy, and directed the monastery’s marimba band. He and his wife, Shinei, started leading backpacking Zen-style sesshin […]
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Sara Shinei Monial was an ordained monastic Great Vow for over 8 years. She has been practicing meditation intensively since 2007, and has practiced closely with various teachers including Jan Chozen Bays, Roshi, Hogen Bays, Roshi, and Satya Vayu. Shinei has a BA in Education, but left the field 15 years ago to pursue full-time […]
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