The Zen ceremony of Jukai (literally "receiving precepts") is a ceremony of commitment to the Zen precepts, the Zen path, and the sangha. Done by lay students it marks a deepening of commitment to Zen and a warming of relationship with the teacher. See Precepts and Jukai on the website for background on this important process.
In this year's Jukai we expect seven Red Cedar members will receive the precepts from Nomon Tim Burnett and Kanho Chris Burkhart.
This year's ceremony is part of our 3 day residential sesshin at Samish Island Retreat Center. If you are registered for sesshin you do not need to register separately for Jukai. If your friend or family member is participating in the Jukai ceremony and you wish to attend to support them in their commitment, please register for this event so that we can ensure we are prepared to accommodate all attendees.
Please arrive early to park and walk across the grounds to the zendo in time for the 10:40am ceremony start. Ceremony will be followed by a simple lunch plus a reception potluck of treats. Feel free to bring something yummy, but this is not required.
This year the Jukai ceremony will also be available on Zoom.
Red Cedar Zen Community is a 501(c) non-profit organization.
