Detroit
  Zen Center
   

Detroit Zen Center is a community founded in 1990.
We are a branch of Sudeok-sa Temple, Korea.  Our founder and teacher is Hwalson Sunim, a Zen monk.

The Center is a place to study zen meditation & philosophy.  Students and teachers practice meditation and take care of the buildings and grounds, together.  Monks Hwalson and Myungju guide a schedule, supported by lay teachers and students.  The calendar includes Sunday Public Meditations & Talks, 8 week retreat seasons, daily meditation, and special events throughout the year.  Residency is available.  Formal study to become a Dharma student, teacher, or monastic is also available.

We foster urban ecological stewardship site-wide, including composting, green roofs & bioretention (rain) gardens.  A public Peace Garden is open 24/7, converted from a former lot for junked cars.  

To explore the Center, register for a public Sunday Meditation & Talk, tea with a Monk, or attend a public Dharma Talk held monthly.