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Mission Dharma - Howard Cohn's Sangha

Mission Dharma is a sangha led by Howard Cohn that has gathered in the Mission District of San Francisco for over 25 years. Sangha members come together as a community on Tuesday nights for meditation and to hear Buddhist teachings. As a sangha, we support one another in the process of awakening in order to live our lives with more mindfulness, compassion, and joy. Everyone is invited to attend. No prior meditation experience is necessary.


Location: St. John's Episcopal Church, 1661 15th Street at Julian Ave. (between Valencia & Mission). The church entrance is on Julian St. through the beautiful garden.

Time: Tuesday evenings from 7:30 - 9:00 pm

Format:  A forty-minute meditation period followed by a Dharma talk led by Howie or a visiting teacher.

Cost: In following the tradition of the Buddha, all teachings are offered freely. You may wish to express your gratitude for the teachings by offering dana to support the teacher and the church rental fees. You are invited to offer dana online or on Tuesday nights.

Tuesday Night Teaching Schedule: Please see our Tuesday Night Schedule for information on the teaching schedule and the biographies of substitute teachers.