Meditation and Talk Sundays and Food Drive

Special Note: Bring non-perishables for our Bodhi Season Food Drive (see below)

Join us on Sunday morning for our weekly Meditation & Talk gathering—a warm, accessible, and supportive community space rooted in mindfulness, compassion, and everyday Buddhist wisdom. Whether you're new to meditation or a long-time practitioner, you are welcome here.

Each session includes:

• Quiet Sitting Meditation
A simple, relaxed period of mindful breathing to settle the body and mind.

• Voice Meditation
A gentle mindful vocal practice that helps open the heart and steady attention.

• Dharma Talk
Dharma Teacher G.R. Lewis offers a short, practical reflection on Buddhist wisdom and mindful living.

• Discussion, Q&A, and Shared Reflection

A supportive space for questions, insights, and applying practice to daily life.

• Parking: Free street parking on Washington Terrace; additional parking on Mt. Vernon Street next to the center.

• Meeting Rules: Practice kind speech, be courteous, and refrain from political discussion or wearing political/offensive imagery.
• What to Expect? Visit our Sunday Meetings FAQ page HERE.


What to Expect? To learn more about our Meditation & Talk Sundays, visit our FAQ: Sunday Meetings web page HERE: https://bffct.org/bff/etiquette/

Special for December 7: Holiday Season Food Drive & Community Gathering

After the meditation and talk, please join us for our Holiday Season Food Drive & Community Gathering.

We invite participants to bring non-perishable food items to support local families in need. This is a wonderful opportunity to practice generosity, build community, and share in the spirit of the season. Please arrive a 9 am so as to not disturb meditation. Food Drive will take place right after Meditation & Talk Meeting at 10:45 a.m.

Details about the Food Drive can be found here:
Holiday Season Food Drive & Community Gathering
https://bffct.org/bff/events/holiday-season-food-drive-community-gathering/

All are welcome—your presence and participation, in any form, are deeply appreciated.

You may also like the following events from Buddhist Faith Fellowship of Connecticut:

• Happening on, 11th January, 09:00 am, Beginning Anew: Mindfulness Retreat in Middletown
• Happening on, 17th January, 06:00 pm, Winter Sound Bath: A Deep Rest & Healing Experience in Middletown
• Happening on, 25th January, 09:00 am, Meditation & Talk Sunday Meeting in Middletown

Also check out other Health & Wellness events in Middletown, Meetups in Middletown.