SEICHU
Formal Zen practice traditionally includes two annual intensive practice periods called “Seichu”, commitment to "Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha." At Upper Valley Zen, Seichu is a 10 week commitment, Spring and Fall, to “Practice, Study and Community.” .
Thursday, April 2, 7 pm, marks the start of Spring Seichu, 2026, We propose to start off with an invitation to consider your own commitment and share it with others. Below are some thoughts of what commitment might look like. Join us Thursday, in person or on Zoom. If you can't make it, feel free to write out your own commitment, and, if you care to share it, reply to contact us.
Seichu Commitment
1) Practice. Commit to a schedule, on your own or with others, virtual or in person, at the Zen Center or at home.
2) Study. Commit to study on your own, or with others. And/or join weekly Zen Center study sessions, Thursdays, 7 to 8:30 pm, led by a Zen Center teacher or invited guests.
3) Community. Commit to learn the forms and help organize practice at the Zen Center, and/or contribute in some way to your local community.
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Thursday, April 2, 7 pm, marks the start of Spring Seichu, 2026, We propose to start off with an invitation to consider your own commitment and share it with others. Below are some thoughts of what commitment might look like. Join us Thursday, in person or on Zoom. If you can't make it, feel free to write out your own commitment, and, if you care to share it, reply to contact us.
Seichu Commitment
1) Practice. Commit to a schedule, on your own or with others, virtual or in person, at the Zen Center or at home.
2) Study. Commit to study on your own, or with others. And/or join weekly Zen Center study sessions, Thursdays, 7 to 8:30 pm, led by a Zen Center teacher or invited guests.
3) Community. Commit to learn the forms and help organize practice at the Zen Center, and/or contribute in some way to your local community.
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