Welcome

The Corvallis Zen Circle is a diverse group of Zen practitioners dedicated to embodying the Buddha’s teachings on wisdom and compassion in our daily lives and making these teachings available to all in our community who seek them. We welcome and affirm anyone looking for this way of life and cultivation.

We are directly affiliated with Great Vow Zen Monastery in Clatskanie, Oregon, in the tradition of the White Plum lineage of Taizan Maezumi, Roshi. We offer people the opportunity to learn about and practice Zen Buddhism with this flavor.

Our sangha, started in 1992, has grown to include people of all ages and backgrounds. Some have been practicing for many years and some are new to practice. We are guided by Dharma Holder Abby Mushin Terris, a student of Jan Chozen Bays of the White Plum lineage. Mushin began her Zen study with Robert Aitken Roshi in 1976. She has also practiced for a time with Takabayashi Genki Roshi and Joan Reick, Roshi.

Mushin leads classes, full days of practice, short retreats, and offers dharma interview on a regular basis.

Many in our sangha also attend longer retreats at Great Vow Zen Monastery.