Supreme Bodhi Zendo

Organizational Structure

Leadership Role Title Responsibilities Currently Appointed Appointment Process
Senior Teacher Spiritual head, Dharma transmission, ceremonial leadership Ann Tjhung, Jasmine Martin Ordained and recognized by Council
Head Teacher Head of Zendo operations, schedule, and Sangha teachings Jasmine Martin Ordained and appointed by Council
Chant Master Leads and preserves the liturgical and ceremonial chanting within the Zendo.
Leads chants during daily services, retreats (sesshin), and ceremonies.
Trains sangha members in proper chanting tone, pronunciation, and timing.
Maintains chant books, instruments (e.g., mokugyo, bell), and altar setup.
Coordinates with the Head Teacher to ensure seamless integration of chanting into the practice schedule.
Must meet requirements and goals for Sangha Member.
Must be accepted by a senior teacher as a student.
Robert L Martin III Appointed by Council
Council Members Governance, ethics, community decisions Ann Tjhung, Jasmine Martin, Robert L Martin III Appointed by Council
Ordained Teacher Formally takes students, with guidance from Senior Teachers.
Can ordain students with Ccouncil approval.
Ann Tjhung, Jasmine Martin Ordained and recognized by Council