Ch'an Meditation Center
Elmhurst, New York
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About Ch'an Meditation Center
Ch'an Meditation Center, located in Elmhurst, Queens, New York, is a place of serenity and self-cultivation established by the late Chan Master Sheng Yen in 1977 to bring Chinese Chan (Zen) Buddhism to the Western world. The center operates as both a monastery and an educational community hub, offering meditation classes and retreats, Dharma talks, chanting services, and Tai-Chi classes throughout the year. The organization welcomes all individuals interested in meditation and Buddhist practice regardless of background, age, religion, or ethnic origin, and maintains a commitment to teaching the doctrine and practice of Chan Buddhism while preserving traditional Chinese culture. Beyond its local activities, the center is affiliated with Dharma Drum Publications and the Dharma Drum Retreat Center in Pine Bush, New York, extending its mission across multiple locations.
First-Time Visitor Info for Ch'an Meditation Center
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Sunday services include bilingual Dharma talks (11:00 AM–12:30 PM) and chanting services such as the Great Compassion Repentance Ceremony (2:00 PM–4:00 PM); additional offerings include Monday evening chanting practice, Tuesday evening meditation practice, and Saturday group sitting meditation. Visitor Tips: The center offers beginner's meditation workshops and welcomes newcomers of all backgrounds; visitors interested in trying meditation practice are encouraged to inquire about upcoming classes and events.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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