The Heart of Wisdom | A Five-Week Journey Through the Heart Sutra

Beginning October 17th | Thursdays, 7:00–8:30 PM CT

The Heart Sutra is one of the most beloved and essential texts in Zen Buddhism. In just a few lines, it distills the profound teaching of emptiness—showing us how to live with clarity, compassion, and freedom in each moment.

Over five weeks, we will explore the sutra’s timeless wisdom together, uncovering what it means to move beyond fear, beyond clinging, into the deep peace of “form is emptiness, emptiness is form.”

What to Expect

• Engaging Talks: Each week, Sensei Michael will illuminate a section of the sutra, weaving classical Zen teachings with guidance for modern practice.

• Daily Readings & Reflections: Between classes, you’ll receive short passages from the Heart Sutra with commentary to help integrate its wisdom into your daily life.

• Supportive Community: Share insights and questions in an online community forum, walking the path together with fellow practitioners.

• Recordings Provided: Can’t make every session? All classes will be recorded so you can catch up anytime.

Whether this is your first time encountering the Heart Sutra or you’ve been chanting it for years, this journey will meet you where you are. Together we’ll uncover the living truth of these words—not as distant philosophy, but as a direct invitation into awakening here and now.