Everyone is welcome to join these weekly classes on meditation and modern Buddhism.

These classes include both meditations and teachings based on Buddha’s wisdom that can help us to stay peaceful, even in the most challenging times. Current series topic:

Freedom from Painful Emotions: Dispelling our Doubts

Don’t let your thoughts ruin your day!  Discover why negative states of mind arise and how to use the tool of meditation to recognize, reduce, and eliminate them. Through applying Buddha’s timeless wisdom, we can transform our habits of mind from bad to good. In each class of this series, we will look at a particular negative state of mind and learn meditations to oppose it. 

To Register: Please register at the door, arriving 10 minutes early.

Cost: $12 ($8 students, seniors 62+, and unemployed). Free for Monthly Members.

You can also become a member starting at $50/month and receive discounts while you help to provide a steady level of support for our activities. These classes are included in your membership!

Location: The Meeting House, Oakland Mills Interfaith Center

Room 10

5885 Robert Oliver Place, Columbia

With Teacher Rick Ratigan

A long-time member of KMC Maryland, Rick has been practicing Kadampa Buddhism since 1999, and has been teaching for about 15 years. He is retired from the State of Maryland with a background in Social Services. He is a sincere meditator and Dharma practitioner and is well liked for his compassion and a good sense of humor. Rick’s classes are down-to-earth and practical.