Dana—the cultivation of generosity
MEMBERSHIP
If you have visited O-An, you can understand and appreciate what a peaceful place it is to practice. If you are able to join us on our weekly ZOOM sessions, you know how fulfilling it is to share our “world-wide” Sangha (community). In order to maintain our beautiful Zendo, continue to support on-line practice, and to preserve the teachings for all seeking liberation, membership is encouraged. If you have been practicing with us for three months or more, we encourage you to consider making a commitment of generosity to O-An by becoming a member.
Regular memberships—$300 a year, payable monthly ($25), semi-annually ($150), or annually ($300)
Student memberships— $180 a year or $15 a month
Family memberships— $480 a year or $40 a month
Members are eligible for discounts on the cost of Zendo activities such as full-day sittings and workshops. Members are also invited to stay at the Zendo on personal retreats. If you are interested in becoming a member, please email oanzendo@gmail.com.
DANA
O-An Zendo is financially self-supporting through regular memberships, donations (dana), and contributions of time and materials by its sangha, visitors, and friends.
What is Dana?
“Dana” is a Sanskrit word meaning “generosity,” the First Perfection of Buddhist Practice. It is customary to offer Dana when you visit the Zendo or participate in on-line services. No person is excluded from practice for want of Dana, and no Dana is refused.
When is Dana offered?
A donation of $10 each time you visit or join services shows your gratitude for the place, for our Guiding Teacher, and for all who serve our practice.
What is Teacher Dana?
Teacher Dana is also an expression of gratitude and we encourage all who have introductory meetings, Dokusan, and other individual discussions with Meido to offer Dana directly to her. We suggest at least $25 for an hour of Meido's time to show your gratitude for the transmission of wisdom. Meido also welcomes exchanges of service when the financial exchange is not possible. You may discuss this with her personally.
O-An Zendo is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation and all donations are tax deductible.
If you have visited O-An, you can understand and appreciate what a peaceful place it is to practice. If you are able to join us on our weekly ZOOM sessions, you know how fulfilling it is to share our “world-wide” Sangha (community). In order to maintain our beautiful Zendo, continue to support on-line practice, and to preserve the teachings for all seeking liberation, membership is encouraged. If you have been practicing with us for three months or more, we encourage you to consider making a commitment of generosity to O-An by becoming a member.
Regular memberships—$300 a year, payable monthly ($25), semi-annually ($150), or annually ($300)
Student memberships— $180 a year or $15 a month
Family memberships— $480 a year or $40 a month
Members are eligible for discounts on the cost of Zendo activities such as full-day sittings and workshops. Members are also invited to stay at the Zendo on personal retreats. If you are interested in becoming a member, please email oanzendo@gmail.com.
DANA
O-An Zendo is financially self-supporting through regular memberships, donations (dana), and contributions of time and materials by its sangha, visitors, and friends.
What is Dana?
“Dana” is a Sanskrit word meaning “generosity,” the First Perfection of Buddhist Practice. It is customary to offer Dana when you visit the Zendo or participate in on-line services. No person is excluded from practice for want of Dana, and no Dana is refused.
When is Dana offered?
A donation of $10 each time you visit or join services shows your gratitude for the place, for our Guiding Teacher, and for all who serve our practice.
What is Teacher Dana?
Teacher Dana is also an expression of gratitude and we encourage all who have introductory meetings, Dokusan, and other individual discussions with Meido to offer Dana directly to her. We suggest at least $25 for an hour of Meido's time to show your gratitude for the transmission of wisdom. Meido also welcomes exchanges of service when the financial exchange is not possible. You may discuss this with her personally.
O-An Zendo is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation and all donations are tax deductible.
You can also mail your tax-deductible contribution to:
O-An Zendo, 1 Endless Circle, Julian, PA, 16844
We also welcome donations of supplies for the maintenance and care of the zendo. Please see our Amazon Wish List for needed supplies.
O-An Zendo, 1 Endless Circle, Julian, PA, 16844
We also welcome donations of supplies for the maintenance and care of the zendo. Please see our Amazon Wish List for needed supplies.
SAMU
Samu means “work practice,” an important part of Zen life. Caring for the Zendo and grounds is done silently, mindfully, without attachment to results. The Zendo and its grounds always needs maintenance, cleaning, and repairs. Our community can also use your knowledge, skills, and commitment through participation in the board, committees, event-planning.
PRACTICE TEAM
Growing together as a Sangha and deepening your personal practice are both gifts that can result from being part of the Practice Team. Please consider serving in one or all of the practice roles: Doshi (Teacher), Doan (Service Leader), Han Player (sounding the wooden gong to call Sangha to the Zendo), Jisha (preparing the altar and responding to needs of practitioners). If you would like to learn more about the roles, please speak with our Guiding Teacher.
BOARD MEMBERS
As a non-profit entity, O-An is governed by a Board of Directors. Our Board consists of 6 members who hold quarterly meetings to attend to the business of O-An. Brief bios and contact information for each board member is listed below.
Serving on the Board of Directors offers members the opportunity to contribute time and talent to the Zendo. If you are interested in serving in this capacity, please contact us. We encourage all members to share in the opportunity and responsibility of assuring that O-An is able to continue to offer the teachings for generations.
Andrea Young
Andrea Young has served as O-An Board President since January 2020. She lives in Altoona, Pennsylvania and is mother to three daughters, Alaina, Leah, and Halee. She began practicing meditation in 2010 and is a Registered Yoga Teacher. Andrea works for the Department of Veterans Affairs as a communications specialist. She can be reached by email at andrea.renee.penney@gmail.com
Andrea Young has served as O-An Board President since January 2020. She lives in Altoona, Pennsylvania and is mother to three daughters, Alaina, Leah, and Halee. She began practicing meditation in 2010 and is a Registered Yoga Teacher. Andrea works for the Department of Veterans Affairs as a communications specialist. She can be reached by email at andrea.renee.penney@gmail.com
Bob Morder
Bob Morder has served on the board at O-An Zendo since 2013, making him our longest serving board member. He has enjoyed seeing the Sangha grow and prosper over the years. Bob lives in Huntingdon, PA with his wife, MaryAnne. They have a son, Bradley, a daughter-in-law, Alisyn, a granddaughter, Maggie Jay, and late son, Jason. Bob served in the U.S. Marine Corps, and was a Corrections Officer at the Department of Corrections. Bob loves gardening and often performs Samu practice on the grounds of the Zendo. He can be reached at rmorder@yahoo.com
Bob Morder has served on the board at O-An Zendo since 2013, making him our longest serving board member. He has enjoyed seeing the Sangha grow and prosper over the years. Bob lives in Huntingdon, PA with his wife, MaryAnne. They have a son, Bradley, a daughter-in-law, Alisyn, a granddaughter, Maggie Jay, and late son, Jason. Bob served in the U.S. Marine Corps, and was a Corrections Officer at the Department of Corrections. Bob loves gardening and often performs Samu practice on the grounds of the Zendo. He can be reached at rmorder@yahoo.com
Domenica Genovese
Domenica has served on the board since July 2020. She has a life-long interest in zen study and meditation. O-An has brought a renewed focus to her practice. Domenica recently retired from a marketing design firm that she co-founded in 1989. She continues design work for the Mary Louis Academy in New York and for several non-profits such as The Care Network in Pennsylvania. Her email is domenica@gcfonline.com
Domenica has served on the board since July 2020. She has a life-long interest in zen study and meditation. O-An has brought a renewed focus to her practice. Domenica recently retired from a marketing design firm that she co-founded in 1989. She continues design work for the Mary Louis Academy in New York and for several non-profits such as The Care Network in Pennsylvania. Her email is domenica@gcfonline.com
Joe Fortenbaugh
Joe Fortenbaugh has served as a board member since June 2021 and has been studying meditation at O-An Zendo since 2015. He and his wife live in Oak Ridge, TN but still spend almost half the year in the State College area for work. He can be reached by email at yeo774@gmail.com
Joe Fortenbaugh has served as a board member since June 2021 and has been studying meditation at O-An Zendo since 2015. He and his wife live in Oak Ridge, TN but still spend almost half the year in the State College area for work. He can be reached by email at yeo774@gmail.com
Brenda Foster
Brenda has served the board as a consultant since July 2020. Originally from Baltimore, MD., Brenda was a partner in a marketing communications firm for higher education. She retired from the firm in 2020 and moved to Florida in April, 2021. She has studied and taught Tai Chi for over 30 years, practiced bonsai for as many years, and has just begun studying Kyudo long bow. You can reach Brenda at brenda@gcfonline.com
Brenda has served the board as a consultant since July 2020. Originally from Baltimore, MD., Brenda was a partner in a marketing communications firm for higher education. She retired from the firm in 2020 and moved to Florida in April, 2021. She has studied and taught Tai Chi for over 30 years, practiced bonsai for as many years, and has just begun studying Kyudo long bow. You can reach Brenda at brenda@gcfonline.com
Michele Chernega
Michele appreciates a close involvement with O-An Zendo’s supportive community. After decades of trying, she now maintains a regular meditation practice. Michele enjoys O-An services via Zoom, in-person Sunday service, work days, and retreats. Michele has a son and daughter. She works at WPSU and does volunteer work at Centre Bike and RSVP Pen Pals. Michele’s email is dharmabum1@gmail.com
Michele appreciates a close involvement with O-An Zendo’s supportive community. After decades of trying, she now maintains a regular meditation practice. Michele enjoys O-An services via Zoom, in-person Sunday service, work days, and retreats. Michele has a son and daughter. She works at WPSU and does volunteer work at Centre Bike and RSVP Pen Pals. Michele’s email is dharmabum1@gmail.com
Sherri Hankal
Sherri is retired from an engineering career and now enjoys fishing and golf. She lives in Central PA with her wife and two chihuahuas. She has explored Buddhism for many years and found a home at O-An Zendo. hankaltech@gmail.com
Sherri is retired from an engineering career and now enjoys fishing and golf. She lives in Central PA with her wife and two chihuahuas. She has explored Buddhism for many years and found a home at O-An Zendo. hankaltech@gmail.com