Our Wednesday evening online meditation session is back! We look forward to reconnecting and practicing together. Join us to clear your mind and anchor your mid-week in peace.

Date: Wednesday, 8 July 2026
Platform: Zoom : https://bubs.my/zoom/meditation

Evening Programme:

• 8:00 PM – Chanting

• 8:05 PM – The Five Aggregates (Part 1)

• 8:25 PM – Meditation Session

• 9:05 PM – Q&A Session

• 9:25 PM – Sharing of Merits

• 9:30 PM – End

"A beautiful mind is not something we are born with; it is something we cultivate."

How do we train our minds to incline towards the wholesome qualities, bringing greater joy and peace into our daily lives? Join us this Sunday as Bro. Benny Liow shares practical steps on cultivating a skilful mind.

Topic: Cultivating A Beautiful Mind
Date: Sunday, 12 July 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Venue: Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara (UBV)

Biography

Benny Liow is involved in various Buddhist activities and the sharing of the Dhamma, including a strong interest in Buddhist publications. He has served as the Editorial Consultant and contributor to the “Religions and Beliefs” volume of The Encyclopaedia of Malaysia (2006), and has to-date written and edited nine books on Buddhism. He is currently assisting the Young Buddhist Association of Malaysia as the editor of its magazine, Eastern Horizon.

We warmly invite you to join us at Uttama Bodhi Vihara for the New Moon Uposatha Day Observance. Let us come together to cultivate mindfulness, purify our minds, and accumulate immense merits through collective Puja and chanting.

Date: Tuesday, 14 July 2026
Time: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Venue: Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara (UBV)

Programme Lineup:

• 8:00 PM – Puja

• 8:30 PM – Paritta Chanting (Led by Invited Monastics)

• 9:20 PM – Dedication & Sharing of Merits

• 9:30 PM – Adhiṭṭhāna & End

Hey everyone! Let's be real—navigating your 20s and stepping into the "real world" can feel like a massive shift. And nobody gave us a manual for it.

From handling office politics and tight deadlines to managing your own finances and dealing with that classic 9-to-5 burnout, we’re all pretty much figuring it out as we go.

That’s exactly why BYX Café is here. Think of it as your post-work sanctuary—a warm, cozy space to slow down, disconnect from the screen, and chat about the practical, real-life skills we actually need to survive adulthood. Drop in anytime, grab a drink, unwind after a long day, and have honest conversations with a community that completely gets the hustle.

Come for the insights, stay for the crew—or just come and chill.

No fees. No pressure. No corporate networking vibes.

When: Thursdays & Fridays (Weeks 1 & 3 of the month)

Kickoff: Thursday, 16 July 2026

Time: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Where: BUBS Lower Ground Floor Library

What’s happening?

Thursdays | Life & Adulting: Honest chats on career growth, personal finance, and navigating everyday life.

Fridays | Activities & Fellowship: Games, crafts, sharing, or just winding down after a long work week.

Bring a colleague, drag a friend along, or just come as you are. Let’s figure this adulting thing out—together.

For any inquiries, please contact Bro Weng via WhatsApp at 017-8787118 or email weng@bubs.my

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Don't miss out! If you haven't saved your seat yet, please sign up today to join us on this beautiful, peaceful journey. Register online here: https://bubs.my/imc2026

Amidst the hustle and bustle of daily life, finding peace of mind can be a challenge. We invite you to join us at UBV for a transformative 1.5-day weekend course with Bro. Tan Buck Soon. Discover effective ways to manage stress, navigate mental hindrances, and cultivate true mindfulness in the present moment

Course Schedule:

• 18 July (Saturday): 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Lunch provided)

• 19 July (Sunday): 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Venue: Bhavana Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara (UBV)

Key Topics Covered:

• Mental Culture & Living in the Present

• Four Foundations of Mindfulness

• Dealing with the Hindrances

• Five Spiritual Faculties

• Loving Kindness Meditation

• The Path to Liberation

For enquiries, please contact: Bro. Kuan Hong: 016-228 2017 or Sis Grace Ong: 012-563 3977

Let’s come together to bring love, comfort, and nourishment to those who need it most. We are looking for wonderful volunteers and generous donors to support our upcoming food distribution.

Next Distribution: Saturday, 18 July 2026

How You Can Help:

• Cook & Deliver: Help prepare home-cooked meals or assist with transporting them to the homes.

• Donate Essentials: Contribute towards dry goods and essential supplies.

  • Bank: RHB Bank (2121-7000-0189-97)

  • Reference: MonthlyFoodAid

Welfare Homes We Support This Month:

• Pertubuhan Kebajikan Orang Tua Xiao Xin (Seri Kembangan)

• Pertubuhan Kebajikan USJ Subang

• Yi Xing USJ Old Folks Home

For more information, please contact: Sis Melissa (+6019 6688 112)

An exceptionally auspicious week awaits us at UBV from 19 to 26 July. We are honored to host several esteemed Monastics, offering our community a precious opportunity to enrich our spiritual journeys and cultivate boundless generosity through Meal Dana offerings.

Dhamma Talks

• Sun, 19 Jul (9:00 AM) – Ajahn Nandiyo

• Sun, 19 Jul (8:00 PM) – LP Boonthan / Ajahn Noi (with English translation by Ajahn Teh)

• Mon, 20 Jul (8:00 PM) – LP Boonthan / Ajahn Noi (with English translation by Ajahn Teh)

• Sun, 26 Jul (9:00 AM) – Ajahn Noom

Meal Dana

• Mon, 20 Jul (8:00 AM) – LP Boonthan, Ajahn Noi, Ajahn Teh

• Tue, 21 Jul (8:00 AM) – LP Boonthan, Ajahn Noi, Ajahn Teh, Bhikkhu Lee + 2 Ajahns

• Wed, 22 Jul (8:00 AM) – Bhikkhu Lee 

• Thu–Sat, 23–25 Jul (10:00 AM) – Ajahn Noom

• Sun, 26 Jul (10:30 AM) – Ajahn Noom
  (Note: Separate meal arrangement for Ajahn Nandiyo due to Ajahn’s special diet).

Reminder: Please bring your food offerings to UBV at least 30 minutes before mealtime.

Dana Enquiries: Sis Emily (+6012 339 9238)

As part of the upcoming 2026 Merdeka Blessings MahāSaṅghikadāna, Bandar Utama Buddhist Society (BUBS)—in co-organization with the United Buddhist Order of Malaysia (UBOM) and partner Buddhist organizations—will be taking on the role of providing core Sangha support. BUBS will be hosting approximately 100 monastics, providing their accommodation, transport, and meal dana during their stay at Uttama Bodhi Vihara (UBV).

We are calling on our wonderful community to join the volunteer team. Your presence and effort will directly help create a smooth, seamless, and peaceful environment for the monastics during their stay.

Be a part of this meritorious journey and register here : https://bubs.my/merdeka2026

Event Schedule & Details

• Date: 28 – 31 August 2026 (Friday – Monday)

• Monastic Stay Venue & Meal Dana: Uttama Bodhi Vihara (UBV)

• Main Event Venue: SJK (C) Tsun Jin, Kampung Pandan, KL

Bring your friends and family along, every bit of help counts

For Volunteer Enquiries - Sis Jaime: 012-327 0803 or Sis Joanne: 012-375 6480

GENTLE REMINDER: Registration closes on Tuesday, 30 June 2026!
We warmly invite you to join us this October/November for a meaningful Kathina and spiritual journey to Udon Thani, Nong Bua Lamphu & Kalasin. This special trip allows us to participate in Kathina ceremonies at four revered forest monasteries, offering an opportunity to cultivate generosity, gratitude and spiritual friendship.

A Special Blessing 

During last year’s Udon Thani trip, BUBS members and friends were blessed with the opportunity to be the Main Kathina Sponsor for 2026 at Wat Pa Anusorn, a forest monastery in Kalasin. This is indeed a rare and joyous opportunity to come together in support of the Sangha. We would like to invite you to join us to be a kathina sponsor/donor to partake in this rare & meritorious deed. The amount collected will be used partly to purchase land and build a chedi/stupa at Wat Pa Anusorn.

You are kindly invited to generously support this effort:

1. Kathina sponsorship 

- a minimum share of RM5000 per share

- you may combine a maximum of 3 names to make up the share and submit the name of the donors' names in the form below. 

- The names of all sponsors will be presented to Luang Por Pramai.

 OR

2. General Donations (any amount) 

You may sponsor here: https://bubs.my/sponsorship-ubbs-trip-udonthani

Kathina Ceremony Schedule 

Wat Pa Anuttaro (Ajahn Golf) – 27 October

Wat Pa Phuttaham (Ajahn Prasit) on 29 October

Wat Pa Anusorn (Luang Pu Pramai) – 31 October

Wat Pa Tham Prathepnimit (Luang Pu Somkiat) – 1 November

All are welcome — sponsors and non-sponsors alike.

Travel Options

Option 1: 26/10 – 1/11 (Mon – Sun)

Option 2: 30/10 – 1/11 (Fri – Sun)

Register your interest at: https://bubs.my/ubbs-trip-udon-thani

Further details will be shared after registration.

Closing Date: 30 June 2026 or upon reaching the required number of participants.

For Trip Enquiries:

ubbstrip@gmail.com

Sis Sharon: +6012-698 5662

Sis Meng Gaik: +6017-363 2332

For Kathina Sponsorship Opportunities:

Sis Kim Liew: +6012-288 2320

Sis Siew Swan: +012-2979312