What we’re about
This group started in 1997 because we wanted to explore and learn about Kadampa Buddism and meditation and open this up for others. Since then we've grown into an active community. We are a diverse group of people all seeking to bring greater peace and happiness into daily life. We welcome everyone to join no matter your beliefs, background, or culture.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Solving Our Daily Problems w/ Loving Kindness: Weekend Retreat w/ Guest TeacherKadampa Meditation Center Maryland, Baltimore, MD
Meditations on loving-kindness are powerful, accessible, and deeply transformative. In this retreat, we will explore and practice guided meditations designed to open the heart, dissolve barriers to authentic love, and cultivate deeper connections. Through dedicated practice, we will learn to overcome attachment, insecurity, and frustration, replacing them with gratitude, compassion, and inner strength.
Special emphasis will be placed on integrating these meditations into daily life—empowering participants to carry the warmth of loving-kindness into their relationships with family, friends, and colleagues. Whether you are new to meditation or seeking to deepen your practice, this retreat offers a perfect opportunity to cultivate a kind and open heart for a lifetime.
This retreat will draw from the teachings at the International Spring Festival 2025.
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Cost: Whole Weekend (Saturday all day and Sunday afternoon): $45 ($40 for students, seniors 62+, and unemployed, and early registration 1 week prior).
Saturday only: $35 ($30 for students, seniors 62+, and unemployed, and early registration 1 week prior).
Supporter & Benefactor level members: free
Includes Saturday lunchSchedule:
Saturday
10-11am Session 1
11:45am - 12:45pm Session 2
Lunch
2-3pm Session 3
3:45pm Wishfulfilling Jewel Prayers with offerings (optional)Sunday
10:30-11:45am (Meditations for Modern Life class combined with Session 4)
1:30-2:30 Session 5
3:00-4:15pm (Q&A for last 15 minutes) Session 6About the Teacher:
Kadam Michelle Gauthier is the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center DC & has been a disciple of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso for more than 25 years. She is an inspiring example of Modern Buddhism in practice. She presents Buddha’s teachings with beautiful clarity, warmth & sincerity, skillfully guiding people from all walks of life to find inner peace and lasting happiness. - Meditations for Modern Life, Followed by Sunday SocialKadampa Meditation Center Maryland, Baltimore, MD
This class is offered in-person only. There is a different class topic each week. There will be refreshments provided after each class during our Sunday Social.
Class is taught by Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Chogden, and includes both meditations and teachings based on Buddha’s wisdom that can help us to stay peaceful, even in the most challenging times. See our website for the current series topic.
To Register: See our website, meditationmd.org
Walk-ins are also welcome!Cost: $12/class ($8 students/seniors/unemployed).
Your first class is always free. Email epc@meditationmd.org to get your free class.
You can also become a member starting at $50/month and receive discounts while you help to provide a steady level of support for our activities. These classes are included in your membership!
- Meditations for Modern Life: Wednesday MorningsKadampa Meditation Center Maryland, Baltimore, MD
These classes include both meditations and teachings based on Buddha’s wisdom that can help us to stay peaceful, even in the most challenging times. Current series topic is posted on our website:
https://www.meditationmd.org/classes-retreatsTo Register for In-Person Class: Please register at the door (please arrive 15 minutes early).
Cost: $12/class ($8 students/seniors 62+/unemployed).
Your first class is always free. Email epc@meditationmd.org to get the promo code for your free class, or just let us know it’s your first class when you arrive.
You can also become a member starting at $50/month and receive discounts while you help to provide a steady level of support for our activities. These classes are included in your membership!With Resident Teacher, Gen Kelsang Chogden
Gen Chogden is an American Buddhist nun and the Resident Teacher of Kadampa Meditation Center Maryland. Gen Chogden has been practicing Kadampa Buddhism since 1998 under Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, who gave her the title “Gen” indicating that she is a senior ordained teacher of the Kadampa Tradition.
Gen Chogden is well-loved for her warmth, kindness, and wisdom, which have come from her sincere and heartfelt practice of Kadam Dharma over many years.
Her teachings are always practical and easy to apply to everyday life. Through her gentle and joyful approach and her peaceful example, she has helped many people find true happiness in their hearts.
