Chicago Temple

Today's Zen Buddhist Temple building began in 1915 as a Freemason's temple, so as a structure it's come full circle. It's a temple once again. Purchased in 1992 as a rundown Pentecostal church, it took two years of almost-entirely volunteer labor to become the modern building it is. For stories, click here. Now the temple provides:

• Public services and meditation courses
• A community for fellowship and support
• A seminary,monastery and training center

Public services are Sundays at 9:30 am and 4:00 pm, plus monthly courses and events. See Programs. Members-only services are Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m and Sundays at 6 a.m. See membership information.

We have a full schedule of daily and weekly practice, train students and members, and seasonal meetings for the community.