Teachers and Members

People with a common purpose - kindness and compassion.

Jerry Ashmore is our primary teacher. He has been practicing since 1978 and is the founder of our group. He is a
Senior Dharma Teacher in the Kwan Um School of Zen.

Dave Cross is also a teacher in our Group. He has been practicing since 2000. He also leads our Prison Sangha at the Michigan City and Westville Correctional Centers. He is a Dharma Teacher in the Kwan Um School of Zen.

We have over 70 members that come alternately to our practice. We normally have about 10-15 of those that attend on a weekly basis. Our group is diverse in both age and background.

We hope you decide to come join us for our practice.