One-Day Camp at Kim Cang Monastery
Saturday, January 10, 2026 | 9 AM – 4 PM
We're thrilled to announce an extraordinary year of teachings, as we warmly welcome Buddhist masters and practitioners from diverse traditions to share their wisdom, compassion, and unique practices with our community.
(Schedule and line-up may be subject to change.)
Venerable Sister Đồng Huệ
Sister Đồng Huệ is a resident nun at Kim Cang Monastery in Atlanta, Georgia. Ordained as a monastic under the Most Venerable Thich Hanh Dat in 2010 at the same monastery, she has studied and practiced in the Plum Village tradition in Escondido, California. She has also practiced Vipassana Meditation under the guidance of Meditation Master Kim Triệu and attended retreats at centers such as Mahasi Meditation Center in Myanmar, Insight Meditation Society, and Goenka Meditation Center. Having immigrated to the U.S. in 1979, she grew up in Miami, Florida, graduated from Florida International University, and worked as an electrical engineer for 25 years. Currently, she works with the youth at Kim Cang Monastery, organizes retreats, and shares her Vipassana meditation practices with the Atlanta community and Emory Buddhist Club.
Venerable Bhante Deēpankara
A resident monk at the Georgia Buddhist Vihara in Stonecrest, GA, where he shares the Theravāda Buddhist tradition with warmth, clarity, and deep compassion. Originally from Sri Lanka, he received his monastic education within the Theravāda lineage and later graduated from the University of Colombo with a specialization in Sociology. Since arriving in the United States in 2018, Bhante Deēpankara has become a cherished teacher in our community, offering Sunday school classes, guiding weekly online and in-person meditation programs, and leading youth mindfulness retreats across Georgia, North Carolina, and beyond. He has also traveled and studied in Malaysia and China, bringing a broad perspective to his teachings. As one of Georgia Buddhist Camp’s longtime Dharma teachers, Bhante Deēpankara continues to inspire practitioners of all ages.
Augusta Wheeler
A mother of two, hair stylist, artist, and yoga instructor, Augusta Wheeler brings a grounded, heart-centered approach to mindfulness and movement. A familiar volunteer at Grant Park Meditation at Quang Minh Temple, she generously offers sound baths at the monthly Sunday gatherings. At this one-day camp, Augusta will guide a calming yin yoga session followed by a nurturing sound bath after lunch. We’re grateful to have her share her gifts with our community.