Jukai Ceremony for Franz Manfredi

Franz Manfredi

Jokai Blackwell Roshi

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Schedule

1/4/2026 1:00PM - 2:15PM (PT)

Jukai Ceremony for Franz Manfredi

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Description

The ceremony of Jukai (ju: receive, kai: precepts) is the formalization of a dharma adherent’s path in the lineage of Zen Buddhism.

As we enter the new year Franz Manfredi will be receiving the precepts from Jokai Roshi, formally marking his entry into an established stream of the Soto Zen lineage, an unbroken line tracing its beginnings to the Buddha. A core teacher at Long Beach Meditation, Franz has extensive experience in Buddhist practice. He continues his studies with Dzogchen master James Low and will now deepen his formal connection with Zen by receiving a lineage chart (kechimyaku) and dharma name from Jokai Roshi. All are welcome to attend and witness this special ceremony.

Schedule:

1:00PM – Doors Open

1:30PM – Welcome and Opening Words

1:40PM – Jukai Ceremony

2:10PM – Closing Remarks

2:15PM – Metta Chant and Closing

Location

Bay Shore Community Church
5100 E. The Toledo
Long Beach, CA 90803

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With the exception of special events and retreats, we meet in the Gabrielson Chapel of Bay Shore Church on The Toledo and Granada Avenue in Belmont Shore. This space is ADA Accessible, LGBTQ+ welcoming, and there are gender neutral restrooms.

The doors will close promptly at the start of the program. We recommend arriving 5-10 minutes early to make tea if you prefer and get settled. Upon entry we ask that you silence your devices. If you arrive after the start of the program, please knock and we will happily open the door for you.

Parking: There is a free lot across Granada Ave. There is free public parking available except from noon Saturday through noon Sunday. Street parking is also available. Please observe all parking signs.

Equipment: For your comfort there are padded chairs, meditation benches (seiza), firm sitting cushions (zafu), floor mats (zabuton), and small blankets to choose from. You may also bring your own sitting equipment.

Questions: Email us at info@longbeachmeditation.org

Teacher

Franz Manfredi

Amazed and inspired by the incredible depth and diversity in every tradition of Buddhism, Franz endeavors to share the harmony he sees between them all. Rooted in his ongoing studies of the Suttas, Mahayana, and Dzogchen, Franz’s passion to share the teachings of the Buddha springs from the revolution they have created in his own life.

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Jokai Blackwell Roshi

Moved to bring the heart of realization into the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Long Beach Meditation's Guiding Teacher, Jokai Roshi emphasizes the direct experience of awakening using contemporary language and time-honored methods.

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Questions?

Email us at info@longbeachmeditation.org

Event Details

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Date: 01/04/2026

Start time: 01:00 p.m. PST

End time: 02:15 p.m. PST

Venue: Bay Shore Community Church