About us
Find your true nature with meditation in Atlanta in-town with Grant Park Meditation at Chua Quang Minh Buddhist Temple, ITP near East Atlanta Village.
Georgia Buddhist Camp: The Joy of Kindness overnight retreat for all ages May 8 - 10 near Covington, please register at www.georgiabuddhistcamp.com
Vipassana Meditation Retreat at Kim Cang Monastery
April 18, 10am- 4pm, all welcome, free but please register at [AtlantaBuddhism.org](https://atlantabuddhism.org/)
Meditation for World Peace with Walk for Peace monk, Saturday April 11 at 9:30am at Grant Park Gazebo
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Grant Park Meditation welcomes everyone for mindfulness and meditation small group practice. You don't need to have any experience - we'll provided mats, cushions, chairs, and guided meditation. Calm down, relax, focus your mind, and be more aware. Buddhist meditation can benefit people of all backgrounds. Please wear comfortable, modest clothes that are appropriate for respecting sacred spaces and preserving mindfulness.
We meet usually one Wednesday night of the month 7:30 - 9pm for Meditation and Dharma Talk / Discussion; and one Sunday of the month at 2 - 3pm for guided insight meditation or sound bath.
Next dates:
Wednesday April 22 & May 6 at 7:30pm
Sunday TBD at 2pm
Quang Minh Temple is the oldest Vietnamese Buddhist temple in the state and located near Zoo Atlanta, not far from Cabbagetown, Reynoldstown, and downtown Atlanta. All of our events are offered for free; donations are appreciated.
www.grantparkmeditation.org
Chua Quang Minh temple is at:
1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
Supported by [AtlantaBuddhism.org](https://atlantabuddhism.org/)
Upcoming events
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ATL's Wednesday night Guided Meditation with a monk!
Chua Quang Minh, 1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, USGrant Park Meditation, Atlanta's Intown Mindfulness Group invites you to relax, be aware, and discover your inner nature with our meditation sessions, located at Quang Minh Temple near Atlanta Zoo, Downtown Atlanta, and East Atlanta Village.
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Note: Our Georgia Buddhist Camp overnight retreat for children, teens, and adults of all ages will be May 5 - 8, sign up now at www.georgiabuddhistcamp.com---------------
### Wednesday Night Dharma Talk and Meditation
One Wednesday of the Month, next dates: April 22, 7:30 PM - 9 PM
Example teacher: Geshe Ngawang Phende
Geshe Ngawang Phende, a resident Tibetan monk at the Drepung Loseling Monastery in Brookhaven, will lead our Dharma Talk and meditation. Having recently shared teachings on transforming emotions, Geshe-la will continue to guide us in working with emotions in daily life. This session will conclude with a brief meditation led by Geshe-la to dedicate the practice for the benefit of all beings.### Sunday Afternoon Guided Meditation and/or Sound Bath
**One Sunday of the Month , next dates March 22, 2 PM - 3 PM
Facilitator: Peer-led lay practitioners
Some of our leadership team members have been directly involved with Georgia Buddhist Summer Camp since it began more than twelve years ago. For example, a dedicated practitioner of many traditions, Chris will lead a meditation focusing on breath awareness, mindfulness, and compassion. This practice will include both seated and walking meditation to enrich the experience.*Visitors are also warmly invited to join our Vietnamese-language service at 11:30 AM Participants can engage in Vietnamese chanting, listen to sutra readings, and enjoy a delicious vegetarian lunch with the community afterward.
These two sessions are open to everyone, whether you’re new to Buddhism or an experienced practitioner. There is no charge; donations are welcome. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. We look forward to seeing you twice a month!
Etiquette Reminders:
- Entrance to the right of the Buddha Hall
- Remove shoes before entering
- Maintain quiet reverence - avoid unnecessary or loud conversations
- Digital Detox: We encourage you to not use electronic devices for the session. Please be sure to silence your phone.
- Comfort and Modesty: Please wear clothes that are respectful and appropriate for sacred spaces (i.e., avoid bare shoulders and short shorts).
Grant Park Meditation, Atlanta's Intown Mindfulness Group at
Chua Quang Minh Temple
1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312Join our Community:
Website
Facebook
InstagramSupported by AtlantaBuddhism.org
6 attendees
Wednesday Meditation with Nuns: Open Hearts, Busy Lives - Cultivating Compassion
Chua Quang Minh, 1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, USGrant Park Meditation, Atlanta's Intown Mindfulness Group invites you to relax, be aware, and discover your inner nature with our meditation sessions, located at Quang Minh Temple near Atlanta Zoo, Downtown Atlanta, and East Atlanta Village.
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Note: Our Georgia Buddhist Camp overnight retreat for children, teens, and adults of all ages will be May 8 - 10, sign up now at www.georgiabuddhistcamp.com---------------
### Wednesday Night Dharma Talk and Meditation
One Wednesday of the Month, next dates: April 22 & May 6, 7:30 PM - 9 PM
Don't miss our special guests!
May 6 is led by two charismatic American nuns (including former Atlanta resident and Agnes Scott College professor) coming to us from Sravasti Abbey, a Buddhist monastery in the Tibetan tradition in the Pacific Northwest. Venerables Thubten Damcho and Thubten Rinchen will lead guided meditation and Dharma talk on cultivating love and compassion in our busy lives!
Everyone is welcome to practice mindfulness and feel the joy in our hearts.### Sunday Afternoon Guided Meditation and/or Sound Bath
**One Sunday of the Month TBD
Facilitator: Peer-led lay practitioners
Some of our leadership team members have been directly involved with Georgia Buddhist Summer Camp since it began more than twelve years ago. For example, a dedicated practitioner of many traditions, Chris will lead a meditation focusing on breath awareness, mindfulness, and compassion. This practice will include both seated and walking meditation to enrich the experience.*Visitors are also warmly invited to join our Vietnamese-language service at 11:30 AM Participants can engage in Vietnamese chanting, listen to sutra readings, and enjoy a delicious vegetarian lunch with the community afterward.
These two sessions are open to everyone, whether you’re new to Buddhism or an experienced practitioner. There is no charge; donations are welcome. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. We look forward to seeing you twice a month!
Etiquette Reminders:
- Entrance to the right of the Buddha Hall
- Remove shoes before entering
- Maintain quiet reverence - avoid unnecessary or loud conversations
- Digital Detox: We encourage you to not use electronic devices for the session. Please be sure to silence your phone.
- Comfort and Modesty: Please wear clothes that are respectful and appropriate for sacred spaces (i.e., avoid bare shoulders and short shorts).
Grant Park Meditation, Atlanta's Intown Mindfulness Group at
Chua Quang Minh Temple
1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312Join our Community:
Website
Facebook
InstagramSupported by AtlantaBuddhism.org
3 attendees
Past events
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