This talk explores learning in Zen practice.

Rev. Paul Bains is the pastor of Saint Samuel Church in East Palo Alto. In 1999, Rev. Bains co-founded the WeHOPE program, providing shelter, meals, skills training, and other life-support services to disadvantaged individuals in the Bay Area.

Buddha’s Robe.

Wealth and Income Inequality in our Society, Community, and Zen Practice.

The Giggles.

“What Is Power?”

“The Way of Active Compassion: How compassion can be cultivated and expressed as service in a world much in need.” This includes the work of Buddhist chaplaincy as a practice and the role of chaplains in supporting people in crisis.

Letting Go of Dreams.

Online Buddhism in Society Discussion Series about Systemic Racism.

This talk explores going beyond striving and regaining a sense of oneness and connection with the world.