Pennsylvania Meditation Community

Meditation and Sutta Study at Philadelphia Meditation Center with Bhante Chandrawansa
2026-08-12 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-08-19 19:30 - 21:00, 2026-08-26 19:30 - 21:00 UTC
Join Bhante Chandrawansa for an evening of meditation and study, hosted at the Philadelphia Meditation Center in Havertown. We begin with a period of meditation. We then turn to Sutta Study, exploring the Buddha’s discourses with Bhante’s guidance—reading, reflecting, and discussing how these timeless teachings illuminate our practice and daily lives. All levels are welcome, including those new to the suttas.
This is a hybrid gathering—join us in person or via Zoom. To receive the Zoom link, email info@mindfulpa.org.
📍 Philadelphia Meditation Center, 8 East Eagle Road, Havertown, PA 19083
“Be your own refuge.”

Morning Meditation (Silent- 45 minutes)
2026-08-13 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-20 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-27 10:30 - 11:30
Join us for a 45-minute Silent Meditation. You are welcome to stay for tea and snacks immediately following.
All are welcome.
“Be your own refuge.”

Guided Meditation and Reflection with Maggie
2026-08-16 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-08-23 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-08-30 09:00 - 10:00
A guided and silent meditation followed by quiet reflection. Open to all, no experience needed. Come as you are.
All are welcome.
“Be your own refuge.”

Teen Meditation with Bhante Chandrawansa
2026-08-16 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-23 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-30 16:00 - 17:00
A welcoming space for teens to learn meditation and mindfulness with Bhante Chandrawansa. Through guided practice, teens build calm, focus, and emotional balance—simple tools for navigating school, stress, and everyday life. All experience levels welcome; no prior practice needed.
“Be your own refuge.”

Dhamma Book Club with Beth
2026-08-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-24 19:00 - 20:00
Join us for our Dhamma Book Club. Our first book is Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master by Amy Schmidt—the story of Dipa Ma, a widowed mother who, through profound determination, became one of the most influential meditation teachers of the twentieth century and a guiding light for many Western teachers. Together we’ll explore her teachings, share questions, and consider how her example of fearless practice speaks to our own lives. Whether you’ve finished the chapter or are just curious, you’re welcome to join the conversation or simply listen.
All are welcome. Come for the sit, stay for the discussion, or join us for both.
“Be your own refuge.”
You can also join via zoom through the following information:
Join Zoom Meeting
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Guided Meditation and Dhamma Discussion with Bhante Chandrawansa
2026-08-18 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-08-25 18:00 - 19:30
Join us for an evening of meditation and teaching with Bhante Chandrawansa. We begin with a Guided Meditation—a period of guided and silent meditation welcoming to all, whether you’re an experienced practitioner or sitting for the first time. No experience is needed; simply come as you are.
Following the sit, Bhante Chandrawansa leads a Dhamma Discussion, offering reflections rooted in the Buddha’s teachings and the Theravada tradition. This is a chance to listen, ask questions, and explore how the Dhamma applies to everyday life. Bring your curiosity—whether you have a question on your mind or simply wish to sit and listen, all are welcome.
You’re welcome to join us in person or via Zoom—come for the sit, stay for the discussion, or join us for both.
“Be your own refuge.”
