Chan Meditation Center

10/26/2026

There is a Buddhist term: spiritual friend. Shakyamuni Buddha encourages us to associate with spiritual friends and keep away from unwholesome friends. This is similar to what Confucius says, "Associate with exemplary people and keep away from petty people." How do we identify spiritual friends? They benefit us in a positive way and give us honest advice. As for ourselves, though we might not yet qualify as a spiritual friend to others, we should learn to be one.

Excerpt from "The Buddhadharma in Daily Life" by Master Sheng Yen. Free copies available at Chan Meditation Center and digital copy at https://www.chancenter.org/download/free-books/The-Buddharma-in-Daily-Life.pdf?fbclid=IwY2xjawVLb-pleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMUZobUZjUzRKbWpBa2sxNTVzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEepOBoCacew4ScgWzanzJrdQt3D6GSYcRsJw5wwDO3BIEsBH6waKgUimjm5NA_aem_cWoIr9O7Yujhse3VN4Tkfg

Photo by Yin Ting

10/25/2026

Nov 8
ENGLISH DHARMA TALK
11:00AM - 12:30PM EST
The Lankāvatāra Sūtra Synopsis - 4
by Ven. Chang Hwa

In-person at CMC and online via Zoom

To join the talk on Zoom, go to https://www.chancenter.org/en/calendar/sunday-online-dharma-talk

10/25/2026

📢 Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 1 at 2:00 AM.

Don't forget to turn your clocks back 1 hour (from 2:00 AM to 1:00 AM). ⏰

10/24/2026

The newest issue of Chan Magazine (Spring/Summer 2026) is now available:

Published quarterly since 1977, Chan Magazine features lectures by Master Sheng Yen, translations of Buddhist texts, scholarly studies in Buddhism, practitioners’ retreat reports, poetry, stories, and other articles.

10/24/2026

A new audio recording from "Zen and Inner Peace, Vol. 2" by Master Sheng Yen is now available:

"Everyday Chan and Meditative Concentration"

https://chancenter.org/en/resources/audiobooks

Also available on Spotify, Anchor, and Apple Podcast.

Dharma Drum Mountain New York. Chan Meditation Center New York.

10/24/2026

1-DAY RETREAT
Saturdays, Nov 7 & Dec 5

Led by Ven. Chang Hwa
Time : 9:00AM - 5:00PM
Venue: In-person at Chan Meditation Center

Give yourself a day to relax, calm the mind and simply just be.

The day will consist of periods of sitting interspersed with eight-form moving meditation, mindful yoga and walking meditation. There will also be Dharma talks as well as a review of meditation methods or guided meditations if needed.

Anyone who has taken the Beginner's Meditation Workshop / Intro to Basic Meditation or has previous experience in Chan/Zen practice is welcome to join.

* A vegetarian lunch will be served.

To register, please call us at 718-592-6593 or go to https://chancenter.org/en/calendar/online-events

10/22/2026

10/21/2026

10/21【線上念佛共修】Online Amitabha Chanting Service

10/21 Wednesday 7:30pm-8:30pm EST.

佛法分享 主講: 常賢法師

DHARMA SHARING by Ven. Chang Xian

You may also join the chanting via Zoom -

Option 1) Zoom direct access URL:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7187189056?pwd=A954zh81GS8mkl88u3XOsDdeHzo5Rp.1

Option 2) Dial-in via phone:
+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
Meeting ID: 718 718 9056
(Please contact CMC, 718-592-6593, if you need a password to access the meeting by phone.)
(若是您要透過電話加入共修,請事先致電東初禪寺718-592-6593索取會議密碼。)

10/18/2026

Nov 1
BILINGUAL DHARMA TALK 11:00AM - 12:30PM EST
The Practice of the Sutra of the Original Vows of Bodhisattva Ksitigarbha
by Ven. Chang Jue

Venerable Chang Jue will guide participants through a systematic study of the Dharma gate of Ksitigarbha, progressing from “understanding” to “practical application” based on the specific methods outlined in each chapter of the Sutra of the Original Vows of Bodhisattva Ksitigarbha. Utilizing a practice checklist, the teachings will be integrated into daily life, helping practitioners experience how cultivation can transform their body, mind, and habitual tendencies.

In-person at CMC and on-line via Zoom

To join the talk on Zoom, go to https://www.chancenter.org/en/calendar/sunday-online-dharma-talk?fbclid=IwY2xjawU4vflleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMUNuSDBENDRnQlFmbkh6YjVzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeO2KS83g3f52e5TKCcByqkQByaEXG1sHVm4gbaqcrIc55sxoaTT8fi7rljt4_aem_W6iGV2YJaqdZrwsSgzSs3w

10/15/2026

A new audio recording from "Zen and Inner Peace, Vol. 2" by Master Sheng Yen is now available:

"Enlightenment and Buddhahood"

https://chancenter.org/en/resources/audiobooks

Also available on Spotify, Anchor, and Apple Podcast.

Dharma Drum Mountain New York. Chan Meditation Center New York.