Becoming A Student Member at Village Zendo
Since the beginning of Zen in China more than 1,500 years ago, practicing under the guidance of a teacher has been the traditional path for seekers of the Way. In today’s world of spiritual marketing and religious quick-fixes, the need for skilled guidance is as great as ever. Student Membership in the Village Zendo is for those who wish to enter into a formal teacher/student relationship with Enkyo Roshi and regularly receive her instruction in dokusan (private face-to-face encounter with the teacher).
How to Become a Student Member |
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| Attend an Introduction to Zen workshop or equivalent. | |
| Complete an application and request an interview with Enkyo Roshi. Enter into mutual agreement with Roshi in the course of the interview. | |
| Sit Tangaryo (all-day zazen) and participate in the student initiation ceremonies that follow. | |
Student Requirements |
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| Attend at least one full sesshin (week-long meditation retreat) a year. | |
| Learn to perform the liturgical functions of the Village Zendo. | |
| Participate in Ango (seasonal training intensive). | |
| Help to maintain and support the Zendo. | |
Student Membership Fee |
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| The fee for Student Membership is $1,200 annually, which may be paid in installments of $100 a month. | |
| Fees are applied directly to the support of the Zendo and the teacher. | |
Entering into the teacher/student relationship is a serious commitment and should be given careful consideration. It is an intimate relationship and lasts a lifetime.
For further information, contact Randall Eiger, membership coordinator, at (212) 340-4656.