Buddha says “what you seek is seeking you"… perhaps it’s true. The evidence of the power of our minds is undeniable.. The ancient texts of the Buddha tell us that no external condition can be the cause of our happiness, only the mind has that ability. When people understand how they are influenced, the root…
Bhante Sujatha will be leading a guided meditation with casual conversation after. He will focus on mothers on this special day! Morning Coffee will take place live via Zoom from 10-11AM central time. Please register on eventbrite and the link will be emailed to you one hour prior. We would love for you to include…
Our Annual Vesakha Day (Buddha Day) Celebration will be at Blue Lotus Temple in Woodstock on May 14th! The Ceremony begins inside the temple at 4:00 p.m. and the popular Procession around the Woodstock Square is planned to line up at approximately 6:00 p.m. Then, after parading around the Square with drummers, flags, and paper…
Bhante is in Europe
Bhante Sujatha and Sanatha Suwaya are pleased to offer you an opportunity to refresh yourself, deepen your practice, and breathe in the scenery and splendor of Sri Lanka in this 10 – day meditation, wellnes, and community–service based retreat. This retreat with Bhante Sujatha is designed for those seeking dedicated time for relaxation, insight practice,…
Connect with your natural healing power with the gentle guidance of Bhante Sujatha, Buddhist monk from Blue Lotus Temple in Woodstock, IL. This 2-hour workshop has been life-changing for many of its participants, regardless of religious background. The teaching is centered around the cultivation of self-love, for without healthy self-love, you cannot be fully present…
Connect with your natural healing power with the gentle guidance of Bhante Sujatha, Buddhist monk from Blue Lotus Temple in Woodstock, IL. This 2-hour workshop has been life-changing for many of its participants, regardless of religious background. The teaching is centered around the cultivation of self-love, for without healthy self-love, you cannot be fully present…
Join Bhante Sujatha at the beautiful Emricson Park, less than 5 minutes from Blue Lotus Temple. Please meet us at the top of the hill overlooking the pond. We will have meditation, chanting as well as a Dhamma talk with Bhante Sujatha. If there are weather concerns, we will meet at the temple. Emricson Park…
“What Is Loving-Kindness?” • Reduced stress, anxiety, worry and depression • Gaining a sense of empowerment over challenging issues in your life.• Awakening to the blessings of the present moment. • Attaining unshakable inner peace.
In this hour and a half workshop, Bhante Sujatha will guide you through meditation and discuss how to maintain your practice, no matter how long you have been doing so. We understand that sticking with your practice can be difficult at times. Bhante's goal is to provide you with the confidence and tools you need…