New Member Tea at Great Vow Zen Monastery

This is a social and introductory gathering rather than a meditation retreat. It's designed for people already connected to the Zen Community of Oregon or Heart of Wisdom (the community's sitting group) who want to visit the monastery, meet others, and get oriented to the place.

The day includes a tour of the grounds, tea, a chanting service, and lunch. There's also time for questions, making it useful if you're considering deeper involvement with the community or practice at the monastery.