We are pleased to inform you that Ven. Ajahn Pavaro of Tisarana Buddhist Monastery, Ottawa Canada will be facilitating a one-day Meditation Retreat, organized by BUBS and supported by Uttama Bodhi Buddhist Society (UBBS).

Members and friends are encouraged to participate in this retreat for an in-depth understanding and practice of the Buddha’s teachings.

Date: 22 Feb 2025 (Sat)

Check-in: 7.00 am

Check-out: 5.00 pm

Venue : Uttama Bodhi Vihara (UBV)

Register at https://bubs.my/retreat-2025-ajpv
The closing date for registration is 15 Feb 2025 or upon reaching our optimum number, whichever is earlier.

For further information, please email retreat@bubs.my, or contact Bro. Victor at 017- 439 9919.

Join online athttps://bubs.my/zoom/meditation

Meeting ID: 811 7257 9175

Passcode: 732425

8.00 pm: Chanting

8.05 pm: Dhamma sharing on “Mangala Sutta - Part 6 (Discourse on Blessings)”

8.25 pm: Meditation

9.05 pm: Q & A

9.25 pm: Sharing of merits

9.30 pm: End

For further information, please email dhammaduta@bubs.my

Calling all young adults - Join Us for an Enlightening Dhamma Dialogue!

Date: 16 February 2025 (Sunday)

Time: 2.30 pm - 4.30 pm

Venue: Sangha Dana room, Ground Floor, Uttama Bodhi Vihara

We are delighted to announce that BUBS Youth eXperimental (BYX) is hosting a special Dhamma dialogue with Ven. Ajahn Sunando, currently residing at Wat Doi Phra Jow Ton Luang, Chiang Mai where Luang Por Thong Daeng is the abbot.

This session is an interactive Q&A designed to explore the real-life challenges you face every day. This is a unique opportunity to share your experiences, ask your pressing questions, and receive valuable guidance grounded in the timeless teachings of the Buddha.

Don't miss this chance to gain deeper understanding and clarity.

Register at: https://bubs.my/byx/ddwvas

For more information please email to byx@bubs.my.

We are pleased to inform you that Ven Ajahn Sunando will be giving a Dhamma Talk at UBV after Sunday Puja.

9.00 am Puja

9.20 am Dhamma Sharing with Ven. Ajahn Sunando

11.00 am Anumodana and Lunch Dana

All are encouraged to attend the talk and also bring a cooked dish (vegetarian) for Dana offering. Please bring your cooked food, fruits or desserts to LG floor by 10.30 am. 

For further information regarding Dana, please contact Sis. Emily at 012 339 9238

Join online athttps://bubs.my/zoom/meditation

Meeting ID: 811 7257 9175

Passcode: 732425

8.00 pm: Chanting

8.05 pm: Dhamma sharing on “Mangala Sutta - Part 5 (Discourse on Blessings)”

8.25 pm: Meditation

9.05 pm: Q & A

9.25 pm: Sharing of merits

9.30 pm: End

For further information, please email dhammaduta@bubs.my

The program is as follows:

8.00 pm - Puja

8.15 pm - Itipiso Chanting (x108)

9.25 pm - Dedication & sharing of merits

9.30 pm - End

Join us in the Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara. 

For further information, please contact Bro. Pierre: 011-2800 8000.

Calling all young adults!

BUBS Youth eXperimental (BYX) is organizing a Dhamma dialogue with Ven. Ajahn Nandiyo, Abbot of Bodhinyanarama Buddhist Monastery, Wellington, New Zealand on Sunday, 9 Feb 2025.

We are excited to invite you to a unique and engaging Dhamma Q & A session, where we’ll delve into the challenges encountered in your daily life. This is a wonderful opportunity to share experiences and seek guidance rooted in the teachings of the Buddha.

Date: 9 Feb 2025 (Sunday)

Time: 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Venue: Sangha Dana Room, Ground Floor, Uttama Bodhi Vihara (UBV)

Register at: https://bubs.my/byx/ddwvan

For more information please email to byx@bubs.my.

We are pleased to inform you that Ven Ajahn Nandiyo will be giving a Dhamma Talk at UBV after Sunday Puja.

9.00 am  Puja

9.20 am  Dhamma Sharing 

11.00 am  Anumodana and Lunch Dana

All are encouraged to attend the talk and also bring a cooked dish (vegetarian) for Dana offering. Please bring your cooked food, fruits or desserts to LG floor by 10.30 am. 

*Kindly avoid offering the following:

• Apple, citrus fruits, tomatoes, mushrooms and spinach

• Peanuts, walnuts and cashew nuts.

• All soy products

• Fish

For further information regarding Dana, please contact Sis. Emily at 012 339 9238

Join online athttps://bubs.my/zoom/meditation

Meeting ID: 811 7257 9175

Passcode: 732425

8.00 pm: Chanting

8.05 pm: Dhamma sharing on “Mangala Sutta - Part 4 (Discourse on Blessings)”

8.25 pm: Meditation

9.05 pm: Q & A

9.25 pm: Sharing of merits

9.30 pm: End

For further information, please email dhammaduta@bubs.my

On the First Day of the Chinese New Year, 29 January 2025 (Wednesday), bring your family and friends and join us to usher in the year of the Snake, starting at 9.00 am.

The programme is as follows:

• 9.00 am - Offering light, incense and flowers

• 9.10 am  - Puja and chanting of Parittas (Auspicious chanting)

• 9.30 am - Dhamma Sharing & Blessing by Venerable from Sri Jayanti Buddhist Temple, Sentul

• 10.00 am - End

For more information or assistance, please contact Bro. Pierre Chuah at 011-2800 8000

Kickstart the year with inspiration and creativity! This January, we have great joy in introducing our Book of the Month: an illustrated Buddhist comic book that’s as beautiful as it is meaningful.

Beautifully drawn illustrations bring the teachings to life, perfect for readers of all ages. It’s a wonderful blend of wisdom and art, offering a fresh, heartfelt way to connect with timeless teachings.

Available now at our Dhamma Bookshelf! Grab your copy or share this gem with someone who loves a good story.

Let’s start 2025 with compassion, creativity, and clarity. 

This Sunday's Puja will be followed by a recorded reading by Ven. Ajahn Amaro from "The Collected Teachings of Ajahn Chah" on  “"The Collected Teachings of Ajahn Chah" on  “Convention and Liberation” from 9 am - 10.30 am. 

For further info, please contact Bro. Chee Wat at 016-313 3628.

We are pleased to inform you that Ven B. Sri Saranankara Mahathera will be launching our 25th Anniversary celebration in conjunction with the start of Dhamma School for 2025. Please find the programme as follows:

8.30 am Arrival of devotees & receiving of meal dana at LG Floor

9.00 am Puja, speech & performance

9.40 am Dhamma Talk by Ven. B. Sri Saranankara

10.00 am Soft launch of Bubs 25th Anniversary celebration

10.15 am Lion dance

10.45 am Requisites offering & blessing by Ven B. Sri Saranankara

11.00 am Meal dana

All are encouraged to attend the event. Please bring a cooked dish for Dana offering. Please bring your cooked food, fruits or desserts to the LG floor by 10.30 am.

For further information regarding Dana, please contact Sis. Emily at 012 339 9238.

Join online at https://bubs.my/zoom/meditation

Meeting ID: 811 7257 9175

Passcode: 732425

8.00 pm: Chanting

8.05 pm: Dhamma sharing on “Mangala Sutta - Part 3 (Discourse on Blessings)”

8.25 pm: Meditation

9.05 pm: Q & A

9.25 pm: Sharing of merits

9.30 pm: End

For further information, please email dhammaduta@bubs.my

This Sunday's Puja will be followed by a recorded reading by Ven. Ajahn Amaro from "The Collected Teachings of Ajahn Chah" on  “Why Are We Here” on 19 Jan 2025 from 9 am - 10.30 am. 

For further info, please contact Bro. Chee Wat at 016-313 3628.

Calling all young adults! Join us for a meditation session.

Date: Sat, 18 Jan 2025

Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Venue: Uttama Bodhi Vihara (UBV)

Registration: https://tinyurl.com/BYXmeditation

For further information, please contact Sis. Mabel at +65 92276011 or Bro. Danny at 012 954 9805.

Join online athttps://bubs.my/zoom/meditation

Meeting ID: 811 7257 9175

Passcode: 732425

8.00 pm: Chanting

8.05 pm: Dhamma sharing on “Mangala Sutta (Part 2) - Discourse on Blessings”

8.25 pm: Meditation

9.05 pm: Q & A

9.25 pm: Sharing of merits

9.30 pm: End

For further information, please email dhammaduta@bubs.my.

The program is as follows:

8.00 pm - Puja

8.15 pm - Itipiso Chanting (x108)

9.25 pm - Dedication & sharing of merits

9.30 pm - End

Join us in the Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara. 

For further information, please contact Bro. Pierre: 011-2800 8000.

We are pleased to inform you that Ayasma Ariyadhammika will be giving a Dhamma Talk at UBV on Sunday, 12 January, 2025.

Time:

9.00 am  Puja  

9.15 am  Dhamma Sharing on “25 Years of Spiritual Friendship: Walking the Noble Path Together”.

11.00 am  Anumodana and Lunch Dana

All are encouraged to attend the talk and also bring a cooked dish for Dana offering. Please bring your cooked food, fruits or desserts to LG floor by 10.30 am. For further information regarding Dana, please contact Sis. Kim Liew at 012 288 2320

LATEST UPDATE

Please be informed that there is a change of event date for Luang Pu Thong Ind Katapunyo from 11 Jan 2025 (Sat) to 10 Jan 2025 (Friday).

Members and friends are encouraged to make offerings to Luang Pu Thong Ind Katapunyo, and 4 Entourage Bhikkhu Sangha (Total of 5 Bhikkhu Sangha).

Time

8.30 am - 11.30 am: 

Pindacara, Meal Dana, Requisites Offerings & Dhamma Sharing

Please bring your food (dry or cooked food) 30 minutes before the designated time.

For additional information on the Dana, please contact Sis ST at 012-331 3171.

Join online at https://bubs.my/zoom/meditation

Meeting ID: 811 7257 9175

Passcode: 732425

8.00 pm: Chanting

8.05 pm: Dhamma sharing on “Mangala Sutta (Part 1) ”

8.25 pm: Meditation

9.05 pm: Q & A

9.25 pm: Sharing of merits

9.30 pm: End

For further information, please email dhammaduta@bubs.my

Enhance your understanding of Buddhism with our insightful afternoon course, open to all who wish to explore the teachings and principles of the Buddhist faith.

Date: 4 January 2025 (Saturday)

Time: 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM

Venue: Bhavana Hall at Uttama Bodhi Vihara

Speakers: Bro. Tan Buck Soon and Bro. Datuk Charlie Chia

Join us for an enriching session as we delve into the wisdom and practices of Buddhism. All are welcome!

To register, please fill in this form: https://bubs.my/buddhism-course

For any inquiries, please contact Bro. Russel Gan at 019-2785953.

We are delighted to invite you to the Induction and Buddhism Course, designed specifically for BUBS new membership applicants and open to anyone interested in learning more about our community and Buddhism.

Date: 4 January 2025 (Saturday)

Time: 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM

Venue: Bhavana Hall at Uttama Bodhi Vihara

Course Speakers:

Induction Course: Sis. Ooi Siew Swan and Bro. Tan Buck Soon

Buddhism Course: Bro. Tan Buck Soon and Bro. Datuk Charlie Chia

*Lunch will be provided during the event.

To register, please fill in this form: https://bubs.my/induction-course

For any inquiries, please contact Bro. Russel Gan at 019-2785953.

We are pleased to inform you that Luang Por Thong Daeng will be sharing the Dhamma with us on Friday, 3 January 2025.

Time:

8.00 pm Puja

8.15 pm Dhamma Talk by Luang Por Thong Daeng

9.30 pm Q & A and End

You are encouraged to attend the talk at the Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara. We look forward to your participation on this rare occasion. Please bring your family and friends.

For details please contact Sis. ST at 012-3313171.