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About this workshop:
Join us for a panel discussion with three esteemed women teachers of Buddhism who will delve into the intricacies of cultivating healthy boundaries within the spiritual community. As we explore the theme of navigating boundaries, our panelists will touch upon various aspects, including fostering healthy relationships, educating our communities, and addressing challenges.
Reverend Byakuren Judith Ragir will speak about the embodiment of practice in relationships with an emphasis on Sila (Ethics), highlighting the often-overlooked precepts, which include the healing of our often traumatized psyche as a legitimate part of liberation. Reverend Grace Schireson will share her insights into dealing with sensitive ethical issues within sanghas, shedding light on the importance of understanding personal and social dynamics and maintaining appropriate relationships among all leaders and members. Pamela Weiss will draw on stories from early Buddhist women to explore the importance of balancing masculine and feminine energies, how imbalances in these energies impact Buddhist communities, and how we can create more harmonious, inclusive practice spaces.
Reverend Ben Connelly (SZBA-DEIA Committee Member) will moderate the event. Don't miss this enriching conversation on nurturing healthy boundaries and fostering a sense of unity within the Buddhist community.
Location and schedule:
The event is online-only via Zoom.
Saturday, March 2, 2024
3:30 pm- 5:30 pm Eastern Standard Time (Click here for a time converter.)
Fees:
The SZBA relies on the generosity of its donors in order to offer programming. All fees offered through registration will be shared with speakers and panelists. We suggest a sliding scale suggested registration fee of $10-15 for online participation. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds.
Meet The Panelists:
Reverend Byakuren Judith Ragir, Senior Dharma Teacher at Clouds in Water Zen Center, studied under Dainin Katagiri Roshi, cofounded the center, and received Dharma Transmission from Joen Snyder-O'Neal. She's an accomplished author, healer, and former dancer. Byakuren resides in the woods with her husband and has two grown sons.
Reverend Grace Schireson, Zen Abbess, president of Shogaku Zen Institute, and Clinical Psychologist. Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the Wright Institute. Author of "Naked in the Zendo," "Zen Women," and editor of "Zen Bridge." Published in leading Zen magazines and anthologies. Dharma teacher in Suzuki Roshi lineage. Married for 50+ years, resides in New York and California with poet husband, Peter Schireson.
Pamela Weiss, a dual lineage Buddhist teacher in Soto Zen and Theravada since 1987, holds the distinction of being the first layperson to receive full Dharma transmission in the Suzuki Roshi Soto Zen Lineage. Author of "A Bigger Sky," she advocates for women's voices in practice. Resides in San Francisco with husband Eugene and dog Grover.
Meet the Moderator:
Reverend Ben Connelly, Soto Zen teacher and Dharma heir in the Katagiri lineage, teaches mindfulness in diverse settings, including police training and addiction recovery. He's a multifaith advocate for intersectional liberation, racial and climate justice. Ben is based at Minnesota Zen Meditation Center, travels for teaching, and has authored works for Tricycle and Lion’s Roar magazines, including books like "Inside the Grass Hut," "Inside Vasubandhu's Yogacara," "Vasubandhu's Three Natures," "Mindfulness and Intimacy."
