Dharma School (Sunday School for Children)

Dharma School classes are generally held twice a month on Sundays from October through April. In addition, the Dharma School leads one monthly service during these months. Dharma School is offered to children of all ages, and we are happy to welcome returning and new families to learn about Jodo Shinshu Buddhism together.

The Dharma School guides our youth through the Buddha’s life lessons of wisdom and compassion. Our classes provide engaging and meaningful activities that incorporate art, stories, music, and kindness projects. We encourage our students to understand and live the Buddha’s teachings with deep gratitude.

In addition, life skills like leadership will be a natural byproduct of working together to lead the Sangha in monthly services. Through these activities, we hope to help them see the world through a Buddhist lens of understanding expanding their view of society. We also hope to instill a love for our Sangha (community) to create a feeling of belonging and support the future of the temple.

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about MBT’s Dharma School, please contact the temple office at office@mbtchicago.org or call 312.943.7801.