A practice-based Buddhist community
Seon (Zen) Meditation
for Peace, Joy and Liberation
All are welcome.
Photograph 1 of 5: The Bodhicitta Sangha gathered with hands in añjali on Vesak at Bul Kwang Zen Center.
Every week
Wednesdays
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Every week
Saturdays
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
The Awakening Heart
Derived from the Sanskrit words Bodhi (wisdom or enlightenment) and Citta (heart/mind), Bodhicitta is the “Awakening Heart.” It is the deeply held intention to achieve perfect enlightenment not for personal gain but for the sole purpose of helping all living beings find liberation from suffering.
Bodhicitta Sangha is a practice-based Buddhist community dedicated to the pursuit of inner peace and global harmony. We believe that personal transformation is the essential first step toward a peaceful world; by gathering to cultivate the timeless qualities of wisdom and compassion, we provide a refuge for practitioners of all levels to elevate their consciousness and deepen self-awareness. Join our community as we walk the Middle Way together nurturing our own inner joy and fostering a life of clarity to better serve the collective harmony of the world around us.
Teacher
A Bhikkhu of the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism
Currently serving as the Buddhist Chaplain at West Point and Guiding Meditation Teacher for the Bodhicitta Sangha, he discovered the transformative power of meditation while healing from his combat deployments. Following a 20-year career in the U.S. Army and a tenure as a healthcare executive, he also became a certified Life and Leadership Coach prior to becoming an ordained Zen monk. By weaving together Zen wisdom and modern leadership, he guides students toward their own inner awakening through the pillars of Wisdom and Compassion.
Read his full story →If I had to choose one word to describe my experience in Bodhicitta Sangha, it would be accepted. Accepted as new, accepted where I am in practice, and accepted as part of the Sangha. Venerable SooSeong is a kind, compassionate, and wise teacher. All are welcome.
Elaine
Becoming a member of Venerable SooSeong’s Sangha has made a profound difference in how I see myself. I am more focused on what needs to be done rather than worry and blame. The daily reflections have also strengthened my practice. Much gratitude to Venerable SooSeong.
Andrew
Venerable SooSeong’s teachings have deeply supported my practice, and the daily journaling practice has increased my motivation to practice each day. I am truly grateful to have met a monk who has gone out of his way to pass on the authentic Dharma to English speakers.
Sandra
Wednesdays · 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM · Meditation, Dharma Talk (Q&A)
Saturdays · 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM · Chanting, Meditation, Dharma Talk (Q&A)
Before You Arrive
Wear comfortable clothing that covers the shoulders, chest, abdomen, and knees.
You must wear socks when entering the Main Hall.
Everyone is asked to please read our Etiquette and Codes of Conduct.
