Community Children and Families

 

The most precious gift we can offer others is our presence. When mindfulness embraces those we love, they will bloom like flowers. ~ Thich Nhat Hahn


Family Newsletter

  • Meeting, Teen Sangha

    Teacher(s):
    La Sarmiento
    Location:
    River Road Unitarian Church, River Road & Whittier Blvd., Bethesda, MD
    Level:
    All Levels
    Audience:
    14-19 year olds
    Features:
    Short meditation, discussion
    Meeting Frequency:
    1rst Wednesdays, monthly
    Description:
    The teen sangha provides a framework for exploring one's inner life, understanding the causes of emotional stress, and realizing the possibility of inner freedom. We explore key Buddhist teachings and how they can be helpful in navigating life's inevitable challenges.
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  • Mindfulness Class, Children and Family

    Teacher(s):
    Ofosu Jones-Quartey, Jennifer Jordan
    Location:
    River Road Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Bethesda, MD
    Level:
    All Levels
    Audience:
    Aimed at 5-11 year olds, but all are welcome
    Features:
    Short meditation, discussion
    Meeting Frequency:
    Monthly
    Description:
    Family Meditation (FM) is a monthly class offered during the school year that provides children with a Buddhist framework to

    * explore their inner life, 

    * understand the causes of emotional stress, 

    * realize the possibility of inner freedom, and 

    * develop peace, wisdom and kindness. 

    Classes include lessons on basic Buddhist teachings along with discussion and short meditations. Visual aids, visiting teachers, movement, stories, songs and other exercises support the concepts.

    Parents attend the classes with their children. 

    Teacher bios: Ofosu Jones-Quartey, Jennifer Jordan
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  • Mindfulness Class, Teens

    Teacher(s):
    Ofosu Jones-Quartey, Jennifer Jordan
    Location:
    River Road Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Bethesda, MD
    Level:
    Beginning
    Audience:
    Ages 12-17
    Features:
    Short meditation, discussion
    Meeting Frequency:
    Monthly, Sundays
    Description:
    For 12-17 year olds.

    The Family Meditation (FM) teen class provides a framework for exploring one's inner life, understanding the causes of emotional stress, and realizing the possibility of inner freedom. We explore key Buddhist teachings and how they can be helpful in navigating life's inevitable challenges. 

    The class includes discussions, short meditations, and the cultivation of skills that promote both a deeper understanding of one's mind and body as well as the development of kindness, wisdom, and compassion. Parents may attend this class with their children but are not required to.

    Teacher bios: Ofosu Jones-Quartey, Jennifer Jordan
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  • Retreats for Teens and Adults--iBme

    Teacher(s):
    iBme teachers
    Location:
    Maryland and Virginia
    Level:
    All Levels
    Audience:
    Teens 14-19 years old
    Features:
    Meditation, mindful movement, community, activities
    Meeting Frequency:
    Weekend and weeklong retreats throughout the year
    Description:

    These retreats are a unique opportunity for youth ages 14-19 to experience mindfulness meditation, mindful movement, and community in an atmosphere of acceptance, support and kindness. Youth learn to cultivate self-love, acceptance and resilience and to come into alignment with who they truly are.

    With an experienced and compassionate adult staff and beautiful surroundings, we create a strong and safe container that allows teens to deepen their awareness of self, the world they live in, and the way they interact with others and gives them a toolkit for lifelong mental health and social-emotional well-being.

    Find out more about the iBme programs at their website.

    These retreats are co-sponsored by IMCW.
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