An intimate meditation center
O-An Zendo is an intimate meditation center surrounded by 140 acres of woodland in central Pennsylvania. Everything from the window walls to the live-edge interior wood trim is designed to reflect and harmonize with the surrounding natural landscape.
We offer a quiet, secluded atmosphere for meditation practice, providing service on Sundays, monthly full-day sittings, extended retreats, and workshops.
Although grounded in Soto Zen Buddhism, O-An welcomes all those interested in meditation, regardless of background and/or style of practice. Newcomers are invited to contact us for a personal introduction to Zen meditation practice.
O-An is a member of the Julian Woods Community, a School of Living Land Trust, located 20 miles north of State College, PA.
We offer a quiet, secluded atmosphere for meditation practice, providing service on Sundays, monthly full-day sittings, extended retreats, and workshops.
Although grounded in Soto Zen Buddhism, O-An welcomes all those interested in meditation, regardless of background and/or style of practice. Newcomers are invited to contact us for a personal introduction to Zen meditation practice.
O-An is a member of the Julian Woods Community, a School of Living Land Trust, located 20 miles north of State College, PA.
EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS
As a non-profit entity, O-An is governed by a Board of Directors. Our Executive Board consists of three members who hold quarterly meetings to attend to the business of O-An. Brief biographies 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.
The document below covers the State of the Zendo Board Meeting, 2024
State of the Zendo
As a non-profit entity, O-An is governed by a Board of Directors. Our Executive Board consists of three members who hold quarterly meetings to attend to the business of O-An. Brief biographies 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.
The document below covers the State of the Zendo Board Meeting, 2024
State of the Zendo
Senshu Sherri Hankal, President
Sherri is retired from an engineering career and now enjoys fishing and golf. She has explored Buddhism for many years and found a home at O-An Zendo. "Zen Buddhism has changed the arc of my life. Specifically, the practice of Soto Zen helps me envision a relationship to the world free of duality. I am fortunate to serve on the O-An Board of Directors and to whip up the occasional meal for oryoki." [email protected]
Sherri is retired from an engineering career and now enjoys fishing and golf. She has explored Buddhism for many years and found a home at O-An Zendo. "Zen Buddhism has changed the arc of my life. Specifically, the practice of Soto Zen helps me envision a relationship to the world free of duality. I am fortunate to serve on the O-An Board of Directors and to whip up the occasional meal for oryoki." [email protected]
Brad Kozlek, Vice President
Brad Kozlek joined the O-An Board in November 2023. His exploration of Buddhism led him to O-An where he regularly takes part in events such as Sunday Service and Book Study. As Vice President, he aims to support the ongoing presence of O-An as a source of community, wisdom, and peace. Brad has worked in the field of Educational Technology for over 25 years. He and his wife live in Halfmoon Township with their son and daughter. Brad's email is [email protected]
Brad Kozlek joined the O-An Board in November 2023. His exploration of Buddhism led him to O-An where he regularly takes part in events such as Sunday Service and Book Study. As Vice President, he aims to support the ongoing presence of O-An as a source of community, wisdom, and peace. Brad has worked in the field of Educational Technology for over 25 years. He and his wife live in Halfmoon Township with their son and daughter. Brad's email is [email protected]
Andrea Young, Secretary/Treasurer
Andrea Young joined O-An in August 2019 and served as O-An Board President from January 2020 to June 2023. She now serves as Secretary/Treasurer. Andrea 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 [email protected]
Andrea Young joined O-An in August 2019 and served as O-An Board President from January 2020 to June 2023. She now serves as Secretary/Treasurer. Andrea 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 [email protected]
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