We’re excited to host two monthly sessions open to everyone—whether you’re new to Buddhism or have prior experience. These sessions, conducted in English, will typically take place on a Wednesday evening (7:30 PM–9:00 PM) and a Sunday afternoon (2:00 PM–3:00 PM) each month. We hope you’ll join us!
The schedule is subject to change. Our events are open to the public and free, but donations are always appreciated to help support our community offerings. If you’d like to contribute, you can donate via Zelle: chuaqminh@gmail.com or throughPayPal, Venmo or credit card.
Summer Sunday Morning Meditation
Start your Sunday with intention. 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 Mornings:
July 5, 12, 19, 26
August 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
Schedule subject to change; please check the website and social media for updates
Summer-only series • Free and open to all. Donations to the temple are welcome.
Stay afterward for the temple's Vietnamese Dharma session from 11:00 AM–12:30 PM.
Sunday Meditation & Sound Bath in Grant Park
Sunday, June 28th
2 PM - 3 PM
Join us for a restorative afternoon of stillness, breath, and healing sound at Grant Park Meditation.
Asinia, a familiar face at Quang Minh Temple, has practiced across Japan and Thailand, learning from diverse Buddhist traditions. He will guide a simple breath meditation, inviting us to sit together in stillness and presence.
Augusta, a Grant Park neighbor and returning guide, will lead a soothing sound bath experience—using crystal bowls and gentle tones to help you relax, release, and reset. Many in our community have experienced her calming sessions before and know how powerful they can be.
🙏 Temple Etiquette: Please wear clothing that covers shoulders and knees. When seated in the Buddha Hall, avoid pointing your feet toward the altar as a sign of respect.
Free & open to the public, offerings to the temple are welcome 🌼
Anapanasati - Phra Ajarn Maha Dam Phommasan
Wednesday, June 30th
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Join us for a special evening of mindfulness and inner calm at Quang Minh Temple.
We are honored to welcome Phra Ajarn Maha Dam Phommasan for a guided session on Mindfulness of Breathing (Anapanasati)—a timeless practice that helps steady the mind, deepen awareness, and cultivate peace from within.
In a world that often feels fast and heavy, this is an opportunity to pause, breathe, and reconnect—with yourself and with a supportive community.
We will have a workbook at the event; preview a copy here.
This session is open to everyone—whether you’re new to meditation or have an established practice. Come as you are.
All are welcome. Free to attend. Donations and offerings are appreciated.
Weekly Sunday Vietnamese Service
Vietnamese Chanting | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Vegetarian Lunch | 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
Each Sunday, we gather in the peaceful halls of Quang Minh Temple to nourish both body and spirit. Through Vietnamese chanting, we create positive vibrations that ripple through our sacred space, cleansing the mind, calming the heart, and grounding us in the present moment.
This is more than just a service—it’s a connection.
In the midst of our busy, ever-changing modern world—samsara—a consistent spiritual practice helps us anchor ourselves in peace, clarity, and purpose. It reminds us we’re not alone in our efforts to live with compassion and mindfulness. When we gather as a sangha, we are supported by one another on the path to liberation. The community we build is one of the Three Jewels (Triple Gem 💎 💎💎) of Buddhism, alongside the Buddha and the Dharma. Whether you’re a longtime practitioner or new to chanting, your presence adds to the collective energy of healing and harmony. Come chant, connect, and share a nourishing meal with us. We’d love to welcome you into our circle of peace. 🙏
Donations appreciated via Zelle: chuaqminh@gmail.com. Your generosity helps sustain our temple and community offerings. 🪷
Open Hearts, Busy Lives:
Cultivating Love and Compassion
Wednesday, May 6th
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
We are honored to welcome the nuns from Sravasti Abbey in Washington State, who are visiting as part of the 13th Annual Georgia Buddhist Overnight Camp. Their presence brings a spirit of dedication, humility, and joy to our community.
During this special evening, the nuns will offer a talk on cultivating love and compassion amid our busy, modern lives—sharing practical wisdom drawn from years of monastic training and service.
Their teaching will be inspired in part by the book The Key of Compassion: Finding Meaning Where You Least Expect It, which explores how we can open our hearts even in challenging times. The session will include reflections on the book’s themes, along with guidance on applying compassion in everyday relationships, work, and inner life.
This is a wonderful opportunity to learn directly from experienced practitioners and to deepen your understanding of compassion as a living, active practice.
Read their full bios:
Venerable Thubten Damcho
Venerable Thubten Rinchen
First time visiting us?
Here are some tips for first-time visitors to Quang Minh Temple.
The entrance is to the right of the Buddha Hall
Please remove your shoes before entering
Cover knees and shoulders while inside the Buddha Hall
Maintain quiet reverence during practice
Photos can be taken with mindfulness and consideration for others
Plenty of free parking is available
Offerings and donations are welcome in-person or to Zelle account: Chuaqminh@gmail.com
