American Sangha

The American region of the Kwan Um School of Zen includes nearly forty Zen centers in the United States, Mexico, Panama, and Argentina. The School's teachers travel frequently among these centers to lead retreats and guide practitioners. Additionally, practitioners from Cambridge frequently attend retreats at nearby sister temples across New England.

Sister Temples Across New England

The sangha comes together three times each year (in April, July and December) at the American head temple, Providence Zen Center, for sangha weekends. If you wish to join the CZC group to next sangha weekend, email director@cambridgezen.org for information.

A group of monks in casual robes, sitting on the floor in a meditation pose, with one elderly monk in the foreground wearing glasses and a tan and blue robe.
Group of people dressed in traditional ceremonial robes standing in front of a shrine with a large golden Buddha statue and a colorful backdrop of Buddhist artwork, holding certificates.

During Sangha Weekends, practitioners take precepts and attend a variety of ceremonies celebrating the Buddha’s life and teaching.

A Japanese-style house with a blue-tiled roof situated on a hill, surrounded by lush green trees and bushes, with purple flowers in the foreground.
A group of people walking in a single file line through a leaf-covered forest trail during daytime. They are dressed in warm jackets and hats, suggesting cold weather.

Sangha weekend is a chance to enjoy hiking and other activities in the beautiful 50-acre Providence Zen Center.

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