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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.
Buddhist nuns from Sravasti Abbey visit Atlanta in November 2026!
- Tuesday Nov 10 at 11am at Sautee Nacoochee Community Center
- Tuesday Nov 10 at 7pm at Drepung Loseling Monastery
- Wednesday Nov 11 at 6:30pm with Grant Park Meditation at Chua Quang Minh (that's us!)
- Thursday Nov 12 at 6pm at Emory Buddhist Club
- Friday Nov 13 - Sunday Nov 15 at Georgia Buddhist Camp (registration required)
More events at [AtlantaBuddhism.org](https://atlantabuddhism.org/)
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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 (e.g., no tank tops or short shorts) that are appropriate for respecting sacred spaces and preserving mindfulness.
We meet at least once a month for Meditation and Dharma Talk / Discussion, guided insight meditation, or sound bath.
Next dates:
- Sunday morning meditations: Every Sunday at 9:30am until ending on Thanksgiving
All are welcome for this peer-led guided meditation and calming practice.
- Wednesday November 11 at 6:30pm: Special guest visiting nuns from Sravasti Abbey will lead compassion meditation and talk, open to all
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.
Please wear comfortable yet modest clothing covering shoulders, abdomen, and knees.
www.grantparkmeditation.org
Chua Quang Minh temple is at:
1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312
Supported by [AtlantaBuddhism.org](https://atlantabuddhism.org/)
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Georgia Buddhist Camp: The Joy of Kindness overnight retreat for all ages next date is Nov 13 - 15, 2026 and April 8 - 11, 2027 www.georgiabuddhistcamp.com
Featured event
Compassion Meditation with Nuns visiting Atlanta!
Grant 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 November 13-15, sign up now at www.georgiabuddhistcamp.com
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### Wednesday Night Dharma Talk and Meditation
Wednesday November 11, 6:30pm - 8pm
at Chua Quang Minh temple, Grant Park Atlanta
Don't miss our special guests! This session is led by two charismatic American nuns (one a former Atlanta resident) coming to us from Sravasti Abbey, a Buddhist monastery in the Tibetan tradition in the Pacific Northwest. Venerables Thubten Chonyi and Thubten Dekyi 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.
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Compassion in Action: An evening with the nuns from Sravasti Abbey Monastery
We all want to live in a kinder, more compassionate world. But how do we actually cultivate
compassion—and put it into action in the midst of everyday life?
Join Venerable Thubten Chonyi and Venerable Thubten Dekyi, Buddhist nuns from Sravasti
Abbey, for an evening exploring practical ways to strengthen compassion within ourselves and
bring it into our relationships, our communities, and the challenges we encounter every day.
Compassion is not simply something we either have or don’t have. It is a capacity we can
cultivate. Through Buddhist teachings, reflection, and conversation, Ven. Chonyi and Ven. Dekyi
will share ways to develop the qualities that help us meet difficult times with greater kindness,
joy, resilience, and an open heart.
Other open events on the Venerable's visit to Georgia:
Tuesday, Nov 10, 11:00am-1:00pm
Sautee Nacoochee Community Center, Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Unwrapping Presence: Antidotes to Winter Holiday Blues
Join Buddhist nuns Venerable Thubten Chonyi and Venerable Thubten Dekyi for a pre-holiday
meditation, luncheon presentation, and discussion to explore how to keep a genuinely happy
mind in the darkest of times.
Tuesday November 10, 7:00 pm
Drepung Loseling Monastery, Atlanta
Maintaining Hope Without Denying Reality
In a world marked by uncertainty, loss, and constant change, it can be difficult to remain hopeful
without overlooking life's challenges. Where do we find hope?
Tibetan Buddhist nuns Venerable Thubten Chonyi and Venerable Thubten Dekyi, visiting from
Sravasti Abbey, will explore how hope arises not from wishful thinking or avoiding difficulties,
but from transforming the way we relate to them. Drawing on the Buddha's teachings and their
own years of monastic training and contemplative practice, they will discuss how understanding
impermanence, cultivating compassion, and training the mind can help us face adversity with
resilience and an open heart.
Open to people of all backgrounds and levels of experience, this talk offers practical wisdom for
navigating an ever-changing world with confidence, clarity, and compassion.
Wednesday, November 11, 6:30–8:00 PM
Grant Park Meditation at Quang Minh Temple
Compassion in Action: An evening with the nuns from Sravasti Abbey Monastery
Thursday, November 12, 6:00 pm
Emory Buddhist Club, Emory University
A Light in Dreary Times
Join Buddhist nuns from Sravasti Abbey to explore how the light of wisdom is developed
through Buddhist practice. With a Dharma talk and discussion, the nuns highlight how the three
wisdoms of hearing, thinking, and meditating can be practiced day to day to illuminate our minds
and fuel a motivation to make life meaningful in a positive way.
Fri-Sunday, November 13-15
Georgia Buddhist Camp
The Joy of Compassion
Biographies:
Venerable Thubten Chonyi has studied Buddhism under the guidance of Venerable Thubten
Chodron for 30 years, eventually ordaining at her teacher’s monastery, Sravasti Abbey, in 2008
and receiving full ordination in Taiwan in 2011. With a background in theatre and publicity, Ven.
Chonyi is primarily involved in Sravasti Abbey’s communications and regularly gives Dharma
talks both locally and afar. Born and raised in Atlanta, she is delighted to share the Buddhist
perspective in her hometown.
Here’s a playlist of her talks.
Raised in Olympia, WA, Venerable Thubten Dekyi holds a degree in Natural Resource
Management. She worked as a wildlife biologist before encountering Buddhism in 2006 through
a teaching by Venerable Thubten Chodron. Inspired by Sravasti Abbey’s community, she began
offering service and attending retreats, moving to the community in 2019. Her love of nature
continues to guide her path as a dedicated monastic.
Visitors are also warmly invited to join our Vietnamese-language service on Sundays 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 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 soon!
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 30312
Join our Community:
Website
Facebook
Instagram
Supported by AtlantaBuddhism.org
Upcoming events
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Compassion Meditation with Nuns visiting Atlanta!
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 November 13-15, sign up now at www.georgiabuddhistcamp.com---------------
### Wednesday Night Dharma Talk and Meditation
Wednesday November 11, 6:30pm - 8pm
at Chua Quang Minh temple, Grant Park AtlantaDon't miss our special guests! This session is led by two charismatic American nuns (one a former Atlanta resident) coming to us from Sravasti Abbey, a Buddhist monastery in the Tibetan tradition in the Pacific Northwest. Venerables Thubten Chonyi and Thubten Dekyi 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.
###
Compassion in Action: An evening with the nuns from Sravasti Abbey Monastery
We all want to live in a kinder, more compassionate world. But how do we actually cultivate
compassion—and put it into action in the midst of everyday life?Join Venerable Thubten Chonyi and Venerable Thubten Dekyi, Buddhist nuns from Sravasti
Abbey, for an evening exploring practical ways to strengthen compassion within ourselves and
bring it into our relationships, our communities, and the challenges we encounter every day.
Compassion is not simply something we either have or don’t have. It is a capacity we can
cultivate. Through Buddhist teachings, reflection, and conversation, Ven. Chonyi and Ven. Dekyi
will share ways to develop the qualities that help us meet difficult times with greater kindness,
joy, resilience, and an open heart.Other open events on the Venerable's visit to Georgia:
Tuesday, Nov 10, 11:00am-1:00pm
Sautee Nacoochee Community Center, Sautee Nacoochee, GA
Unwrapping Presence: Antidotes to Winter Holiday Blues
Join Buddhist nuns Venerable Thubten Chonyi and Venerable Thubten Dekyi for a pre-holiday
meditation, luncheon presentation, and discussion to explore how to keep a genuinely happy
mind in the darkest of times.Tuesday November 10, 7:00 pm
Drepung Loseling Monastery, Atlanta
Maintaining Hope Without Denying Reality
In a world marked by uncertainty, loss, and constant change, it can be difficult to remain hopeful
without overlooking life's challenges. Where do we find hope?
Tibetan Buddhist nuns Venerable Thubten Chonyi and Venerable Thubten Dekyi, visiting from
Sravasti Abbey, will explore how hope arises not from wishful thinking or avoiding difficulties,
but from transforming the way we relate to them. Drawing on the Buddha's teachings and their
own years of monastic training and contemplative practice, they will discuss how understanding
impermanence, cultivating compassion, and training the mind can help us face adversity with
resilience and an open heart.
Open to people of all backgrounds and levels of experience, this talk offers practical wisdom for
navigating an ever-changing world with confidence, clarity, and compassion.Wednesday, November 11, 6:30–8:00 PM
Grant Park Meditation at Quang Minh Temple
Compassion in Action: An evening with the nuns from Sravasti Abbey MonasteryThursday, November 12, 6:00 pm
Emory Buddhist Club, Emory University
A Light in Dreary Times
Join Buddhist nuns from Sravasti Abbey to explore how the light of wisdom is developed
through Buddhist practice. With a Dharma talk and discussion, the nuns highlight how the three
wisdoms of hearing, thinking, and meditating can be practiced day to day to illuminate our minds
and fuel a motivation to make life meaningful in a positive way.Fri-Sunday, November 13-15
Georgia Buddhist Camp
The Joy of CompassionBiographies:
Venerable Thubten Chonyi has studied Buddhism under the guidance of Venerable Thubten
Chodron for 30 years, eventually ordaining at her teacher’s monastery, Sravasti Abbey, in 2008
and receiving full ordination in Taiwan in 2011. With a background in theatre and publicity, Ven.
Chonyi is primarily involved in Sravasti Abbey’s communications and regularly gives Dharma
talks both locally and afar. Born and raised in Atlanta, she is delighted to share the Buddhist
perspective in her hometown.
Here’s a playlist of her talks.Raised in Olympia, WA, Venerable Thubten Dekyi holds a degree in Natural Resource
Management. She worked as a wildlife biologist before encountering Buddhism in 2006 through
a teaching by Venerable Thubten Chodron. Inspired by Sravasti Abbey’s community, she began
offering service and attending retreats, moving to the community in 2019. Her love of nature
continues to guide her path as a dedicated monastic.Visitors are also warmly invited to join our Vietnamese-language service on Sundays 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 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 soon!
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
16 attendees
Summer Sunday Morning Meditation
Chua Quang Minh, 1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, US## Sunday Morning Meditations
Grant Park Meditation at Quang Minh Temple Atlanta
Start your Sundays with intention, mindfulness, and peace.
Join the Grant Park Meditation community for a simple weekly meditation practice focused on cultivating happiness, reducing stress, and developing compassion for yourself and others. Perfect for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.
9:30–10:15 AM Sundays:
now extended every Sunday through end of November 2026!
(except off on 9/6 for Labor Day weekend and 11/29 for Thanksgiving weekend)This peer-led series is free and open to all. Donations to the temple are welcome.
Additional Events at Grant Park Meditation:
Guan Yin Festival, Sunday Sep 27 morning
Mindfulness for Educators, Sat Sep 12 at 10am
Mindfulness for Young Professionals, Sat Oct 3 at 10am| New to Grant Park Meditation at Quang Minh Temple? |
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| A few helpful tips: |Wear modest clothing covering shoulders and knees in the Buddha Hall
Remove shoes before entering the Buddha Hall
Avoid pointing your feet toward the Buddha or monastics
Greet monastics with a bow or palms together
Speak softly and move mindfully
Photography is welcome, with respect and awareness
Parking is free on the premises
Donations are welcomeMore events at AtlantaBuddhism.org |
plus...
Georgia Buddhist Camp, overnight for all ages, Nov 13 - 15 2026, www.georgiabuddhistcamp.com1 attendeeSummer Sunday Morning Meditation
Chua Quang Minh, 1168 Benteen Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, US## Sunday Morning Meditations
Grant Park Meditation at Quang Minh Temple Atlanta
Start your Sundays with intention, mindfulness, and peace.
Join the Grant Park Meditation community for a simple weekly meditation practice focused on cultivating happiness, reducing stress, and developing compassion for yourself and others. Perfect for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.
9:30–10:15 AM Sundays:
now extended every Sunday through end of November 2026!
(except off on 9/6 for Labor Day weekend and 11/29 for Thanksgiving weekend)This peer-led series is free and open to all. Donations to the temple are welcome.
Additional Events at Grant Park Meditation:
Guan Yin Festival, Sunday Sep 27 morning
Mindfulness for Educators, Sat Sep 12 at 10am
Mindfulness for Young Professionals, Sat Oct 3 at 10am| New to Grant Park Meditation at Quang Minh Temple? |
| -------------------------------------------------- |
| A few helpful tips: |Wear modest clothing covering shoulders and knees in the Buddha Hall
Remove shoes before entering the Buddha Hall
Avoid pointing your feet toward the Buddha or monastics
Greet monastics with a bow or palms together
Speak softly and move mindfully
Photography is welcome, with respect and awareness
Parking is free on the premises
Donations are welcomeMore events at AtlantaBuddhism.org |
plus...
Georgia Buddhist Camp, overnight for all ages, Nov 13 - 15 2026, www.georgiabuddhistcamp.com1 attendee
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