Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple & Meditation Center

Blue Lotus Buddhist Temple & Meditation Center We welcome all people and faith traditions to practice meditation, learn about Buddhism, and to share in community.

As we practice compassion, we add more love to the world! The Blue Lotus Temple is open and attended:
Monday 10AM to 4PM
Tuesday 10AM to 4PM
Wednesday 10AM to 4PM
Thursday CLOSED
Friday 10AM to 4PM
Saturday 9AM to 1:00PM
Sunday CLOSED

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Please join us for our free meditation sessions, all are welcome:
Monday 7-8 pm (guided)
Tuesday 10-11am (guided)
Wednesday 7-8 pm (guided)
Friday 6-7am (silent)
Saturday 10-11 am (guided)

04/02/2026

True service begins inside: when you care for yourself with wisdom, your whole life becomes a quiet blessing to the world.

🙏 Monk featured: Bhante Sujatha
�🪷 Intention of the Day:�📿 Today, choose one concrete way to be lovingly selfish—say no when you’re depleted, rest when you’re tired, offer kindness to your own heart—so your actions, words, and even your smile actively radiate healing and loving kindness to others.

Leave a 🙏 to set this intention.

▶️ Want more?�You can watch the full teaching from this clip on our YouTube channel—find it through the link in our bio.
🔗 Looking for a way to deepen your practice?�Visit the link in our bio to:�🪷 Watch this full talk and other teachings on ~YouTube~�🪷 Join live and recorded meditations and Dharma Talks�🪷 Connect with us on ~Insight Timer~ and stay updated on new events and offerings

03/31/2026

Unconditional love is not a feeling—it’s the practice of slowly removing attachment from our love.

🙏 Monk featured: Bhante Sujatha
�🪷 Intention of the Day:�📿 Where are you confusing attachment with love—clinging to “my” people, “my” views, “my” way? Today, notice one place you can soften your grip and offer kindness a little more freely, without needing anything in return.

Leave a 🙏 to set this intention.

🔗 Looking for a way to deepen your practice?
Visit the link in our bio to:
🪷 Watch this full talk and other teachings on ~YouTube~
🪷 Join live and recorded meditations and Dharma Talks
🪷 Connect with us on ~Insight Timer~ and stay updated on new events and offerings

03/26/2026

Walking a path of peace means remembering that every step can bless someone else’s life, not just your own.

🙏 Monk featured: Bhante Sujatha

🪷 Intention of the Day:

📿 Today, set an intention to walk a path that you’d want others to follow. Act with the knowledge that someone is walking behind you.

Leave a 🙏 to set this intention.

🔗 Looking for a way to deepen your practice?
In the link in our bio, you’ll find:
🪷 Our YouTube channel to join livestreamed Meditations and Dharma Talks
🪷 Gain access to past recorded meditations and talks
🪷 Join our Insight Timer page for meditations and teachings
🪷 Learn about new events, offerings, and ways to stay connected

Address

221 Dean Street
Woodstock, IL
60098

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 4pm
Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

Website

https://bluelotustemple.square.site/

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