Join us for a relaxed and informal online gathering with Chan (Chinese Zen) Buddhist monastics from the Dharma Drum Mountain Buddhist lineage. 

This 90-minute Saturday morning series begins with a guided meditation, after which the monastics will share a short reflection or teaching, followed by an open chat and dharma discussion. All questions and reflections are welcome. 

Whether you’re new to meditation and Chan or a seasoned practitioner, this is an opportunity to connect with others and engage in meaningful conversations with monastic teachers and peers in an informal setting. Bring your questions, thoughts, and curiosity as we practice together in a friendly and supportive space. The event is offered freely - donations are welcome.

This is an online event. Please register so that we can send you the link for the Zoom meeting. We will use the same link for each session so you need only register once to gain access to each session.  

The event will occur Saturdays from 10-11.30am Irish/ UK time. The dates are: 

• Sep 28
• Oct 5
• Oct 19

For differing time zones see here:

• Ireland (and UK): 10-11.30am 
• Moscow, Russia: 12:00 - 1:30pm 
• Taiwan: 5:00 - 6:30pm
• Sydney Australia: 7.00-8.30 PM 

About the Monastics: 

Yan Qing Fashi: 

Born in Malaysia, Yan Qing Fashi joined the Dharma Drum Mountain community in Taiwan in 2010. After completing his monastic training, he spent 8 years living and working in the DDM branch in Hong Kong. He has since returned to Taiwan and currently serves as Dean of General Affairs in Dharma Drum Sangha University (DDSU), the seminary where all new monastics are trained. He speaks several languages and is fluent English.

Yan Bao Fashi: 

Yan Bao Fashi joined Dharma Drum Mountain in 2018. He completed his training in DDSU with a focus on Chan training and methods. He currently works in the Student Affairs Department of DDSU. He speaks English fluently and is also from Malaysia.