May 18, 2025 at Mission Mtn. Zen

Shukke Tokudo, Ordaination as Novice Soto Zen Priest

Sensei Zenku Jerry Smyers, Officiant

Katsuryu Bill Cooper, Recepient

It occurs to me that I don't have a picture of this important ceremony confirming my involvement in the Zen Way. Here, I'm receiving the robe of the Buddha from Sensei.

photo by Kushin J Parker