Brighten your path to good health, happiness, and prosperity, or honour the memory of a loved one by sponsoring a light offering at Uttama Bodhi Vihara. Each offering will illuminate our shrine on Full Moon and New Moon days, symbolising the wisdom and compassion of the Buddha's teachings.

To participate, please submit your order through our online form: https://bubs.my/offerings2026  

Fee: RM 10 per light

RM 8 per light for 12 or more lights

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

Dhamma School Holidays

Please note that the Dhamma School will be closed during the year-end break commencing 23 November 2025.

CLASSES will RESUME on 18 January 2026.

We wish all families a safe and peaceful holiday and look forward to welcoming everyone back next year. 

New Student Intake

For NEW student intake in 2026, please submit the new student registration form at the UBV Office and register for the Induction and Buddhism Course in early January 2026.

Forms are available from the office in Uttama Bodhi Vihara (Mondays-Fridays: 11.00 am - 3.00 pm) and from the Sunday Counter (9.30 am - 11.30 am)

Refer to https://bubs.my/dhamma-school for more details on BUBS Dhamma School.

Re-registration for Dhamma School 2026 is now open!

Re-registration for Dhamma School 2026 is now open!
Please complete the form via the link provided to confirm your child’s placement for next year.
https://bubs.my/ds2026
Deadline: 30 November 2025
Your timely response will help us plan effectively. 
For any inquiries, please contact: 

Teacher Pat: 017-873 1002 

Sis. Joanne:  012-375 6480

Sis. Jaime: 012-327 0803

This initiative aims to distribute cooked food and sundries to various charity organisations, bringing nourishment and joy to those in need.

How You Can Participate:

1. Cooking and Distribution: Help us prepare and distribute meals.

2. Cheering the Elderly: Stay on to cheer and spend time with the elderly, bringing smiles and companionship.

Your participation will make a significant difference in the lives of many. We look forward to your support and involvement.

Upcoming Monthly Distribution Dates: 20 Dec

For further enquiries, please contact Sis. Melissa at 019-6688112.

Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Dhamma,

As we approach the final month of 2025, we warmly invite you and your loved ones to participate in the meaningful programmes lined up this December at Bandar Utama Buddhist Society (BUBS).

In conjunction with the concluding chapter of our 25th Anniversary celebrations, December will be a month filled with Dhamma talks, pujas, observance days, meditation retreats and opportunities for offering dana to our visiting Sangha members.

To help you plan, we have compiled a summary calendar of all December activities (attached). We hope these programmes will support your practice, deepen your understanding of the Dhamma, and strengthen our sense of community as we close this milestone year together.

We encourage you to bring your family and friends to join us in cultivating blessings, learning and fellowship. Let’s end 2025 on a wholesome note and welcome the new year with renewed faith and inspiration.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to the contact persons listed in the calendar or visit https://bubs.my for more information.

We look forward to practising together with all of you.

With metta,

Bandar Utama Buddhist Society (BUBS)

We are pleased to announce the following meal dana opportunities:

Ven Ajahn Thanissaro, Ven. Chao Khun Keng & Bhikkhu Sangha as follows:

5 & 7 December (Fri & Sun)  

• 7 am - Breakfast Dana 

•  11 am - Lunch Dana

6 December (Sat)

• 7 am - Breakfast Dana 

•  10 am - Rice Pindacara followed by lunch dana

Please bring your cooked food, dessert and fruits, 20 minutes before the designated mealtime.

For further info, please contact Sis ST: 012-331 3171.

We are pleased to inform you that Ven. Ajahn Thanissaro will be offering evening Dhamma Talks on 5 & 6 December 2025 (Friday & Saturday). 

Time & Program:

8.00 pm - Puja

8.15 pm - Dhamma Talk by Ven. Ajahn Thanissaro 

9.30  pm - End of session 

You are encouraged to join us for the talk at the Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara. 

We look forward to your participation. You are welcome to bring your family and friends.

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

Please join us in the Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara, for Sunday Puja and Dhamma Talk by Ven. Ajahn Thanissaro.

Date: 7 December 2025 (Sunday)

Time: 9:00 AM - Puja

            9.15 AM - Dhamma Talk and Q & A

          11.00 AM - Lunch Dana

Please bring your cooked food, fruits or desserts 30 minutes before the designated mealtime to the LG floor. 

For additional info, please contact Sis ST: 012-331 3171

Biodata:

Ven. Ajahn  Ṭhānissaro was born Geoffrey DeGraff in 1949 in America. Upon graduating in 1971 with a degree in European Intellectual History from Oberlin College, he traveled on a university fellowship to Thailand. After a two-year search, Ajahn Ṭhānissaro found a forest teacher: Ajahn Fuang Jotiko, a Kammatthana monk who studied under Ajahn Lee Dhammadaro. Ajahn Thanissaro ordained in 1976 under Ajahn Fuang and served as Ajahn Fuang's attendant till Ajahn Fuang's passing in 1986. 

In 1991 he travelled to San Diego County where upon the request of Ven. Ajahn Suwat Suvaco, he helped start  the Metta Forest Monastery. He has been the abbot of the monastery from 1963 till today.

In 1995, Ajahn Thanissaro  became the first American-born, non-Thai bhikkhu to be appointed Preceptor (Upajjhaya) in the Dhammayut Order. He also serves as Treasurer of that order in the United States.

Ajahn Ṭhānissaro  is perhaps best known for his translations of the Dhammapada and the Sutta Pitaka—almost 1000 suttas in all— as well as translations of the dhamma talks by the Thai forest ajahns. He has also authored several dhamma-related works of his own, and has compiled study-guides of his Pali translation.

We are pleased to announce the following Meal Dana opportunities to Luang Por Sucitto & Ven. Nipako as follows : 

8 December (Mon)

• 7 am  - Breakfast Dana 

11 - 18 December * (Thu to Thu)  

• 7 am - Breakfast Dana 

• 11 am - Lunch Dana

* In conjunction with the 7-Day Meditation Retreat by LP Sucitto. 

Please bring your cooked food, dessert and fruits, 20 minutes before the designated mealtime.

For further information, please contact Sis Emily: 012 339 9238. 

We're delighted to announce a special Seven-Day (Stay-In) Meditation Retreat with Luang Por Sucitto, focusing on "Gratitude, Forgiveness & Equanimity - A Mindful Transition into The New Year."

As the year draws to a close, this retreat presents a unique opportunity to engage in mindful reflection and joyful renewal through Buddhist teachings.

• Cultivating Gratitude and Forgiveness: Discover how the blessings of past years can soften your heart with gratefulness and forgiveness.

• Practising Equanimity: Learn to meet life's challenges with calm wisdom and balance, free from attachment and aversion, as you set wise intentions for the years ahead.

This retreat offers a unique opportunity to deepen your practice and cultivate inner peace as you approach the end of the year.

Date & Timing:

Check-in: 11 December 2025 (Thursday), 7:00 PM

Check-out: 18 December 2025 (Thursday), 4:00 PM

Venue: Uttama Bodhi Vihara

Registration:

Spaces are limited, so secure your spot early!

Click here to register: https://bubs.my/retreat-lps 

Important Note:

The closing date for registration is 31 August 2025, or once we reach our optimum number of participants, whichever comes first. Don't miss out!

For further details, please email: retreat@bubs.my

We look forward to sharing this enriching experience with you.

About Luang Por Sucitto

Born in London in 1949, Luang Por Sucitto entered monastic life in Thailand in 1975. He took bhikkhu ordination there in 1976 and returned to Britain in 1978 to train under Luang Por Sumedho in the lineage of the Thai Forest master, Luang Por Chah.

In 1979, Luang Por Sucitto was part of the group of monks that established Cittaviveka, Chithurst Buddhist Monastery in West Sussex, UK. Luang Por was abbot of Cittaviveka from 1992 till 2014. Presently, Luang Por travels on teaching engagements throughout the world.

Please join us for the annual 24 HR Metta chanting at BMSM Samadhi Vihara, Shah Alam.

Date: 13 December (Sat)

Time: 3 PM - 4 PM 

Venue: BMSM Samadhi Vihara, Shah Alam

Address: 1B, Jln Pegaga U12, 14, Sek U12, Kaw, Taman Perindustrian Bukit Raja, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor

For more information, please contact Bro. Pierre Chuah at 011- 28008000. 

Please join us in the Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara, for Sunday Puja and Dhamma Talk by Luang Por Sucitto on 14 Dec 2025.

Date: 14 Dec 2025

Time:

9.00 am - Puja

9.20 am - Dhamma Talk

11.00 am - Lunch Dana

Kindly bring your cooked food (healthy vegetarian- no mock meat), fruits or desserts to LG floor 30 minutes before the designated mealtime. For details of Dana, please contact Sis. Emily Bong: 012-3399238.

Biodata:

Born in London in 1949, Luang Por Sucitto entered monastic life in Thailand in 1975. He took bhikkhu ordination there in 1976 and returned to Britain in 1978 to train under Luang Por Sumedho in the lineage of the Thai Forest master, Luang Por Chah.

In 1979, Luang Por Sucitto was part of the group of monks that established Cittaviveka, Chithurst Buddhist Monastery in West Sussex, UK. Luang Por was the abbot of Cittaviveka from 1992 till 2014. Presently, Luang Por travels on teaching engagements throughout the world.

We are delighted to share that Ajahn Jayasaro will be offering an evening Dhamma talk on Thursday, 18 December 2025 at 8:00 PM.

We warmly welcome everyone to join us at Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara, for this special occasion. Your presence will help make the evening meaningful, and we would be delighted for you to bring your family and friends to share in the Dhamma together.

Biography:

Ajahn Jayasaro is a British-born Buddhist monk in the Thai Forest Tradition. Born in 1958, he was ordained in Thailand and received full ordination in 1979. He trained under the renowned meditation master Ajahn Chah and later served as the abbot of Wat Pah Nanachat, the international monastery established for foreign monks.

Today, Ajahn Jayasaro lives in a peaceful hermitage near Khao Yai National Park, where he continues to teach meditation and Buddhist principles to both monastics and lay practitioners.

Calling all young working adults!

The BUBS Youth eXperience (BYX) is organizing a Dhamma dialogue with Ven. Ajahn Dhammasiha, Abbot of Dhammagiri Forest Hermitage, Brisbane, Australia, on Tuesday, 23 Dec 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: Tue, 23 Dec 2025

Time: 7 PM - 8 PM

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

Whether you are navigating stress at work, balancing family responsibilities or simply seeking spiritual support, this session is for you. Let’s come together, explore and learn from each other in a supportive and compassionate environment. 
Kindly register at https://bubs.my/byx/ddvadhammasiha2025

For further information, kindly email byx@bubs.my

We are pleased to inform you that Venerable Ajahn Kusalo will be facilitating a 1-Day Meditation Retreat. Members and friends are encouraged to participate in this retreat.

Date: 25 December 2025 (Thursday)

Check-in: 7.15 am 

Check-out: 5.00 pm

Venue: Uttama Bodhi Vihara  

Register at https://bubs.my/retreat-2025-AJKusalo 

Closing date is 9 Dec 2025 or upon reaching our optimum number of participants, whichever is earlier.

No fees charged. Donations are encouraged. 

For further information, please email retreat@bubs.my or contact Sis. ST at 012-331 3171

Biodata:

Venerable Ajahn Kusalo is a distinguished senior monk in the Thai Forest Tradition. A native of New Zealand, Ajahn Kusalo took full ordination in 1992 under the guidance of Luang Por Sumedho. He has a wealth of experience, having spent six years training at Amaravati Monastery in the UK, and eight years in Canada, where he played a central role in establishing Tisarana Buddhist Monastery near Ottawa.

Ajahn Kusalo returned to his home country to serve as the Abbot of Bodhinyanarama Monastery in Wellington for over a decade, guiding the monastic community until he retired from that role in 2024. He is known for his deeply practical approach to the Dhamma, emphasizing mindfulness and meditation in everyday life. 

JThe online meditation will resume on 3 Dec 2025 at 8 PM.

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

Meeting ID: 811 7257 9175

Passcode: 732425

Time:

8.00 pm Chanting

8.05 pm Dhamma Sharing on “Simile of the Leaking Boat”

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

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: 3 Jan 2026 (Saturday)

Time: 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Bhavana Hall at Uttama Bodhi Vihara

*Lunch will be provided during the event.

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

For any inquiries, please contact Sis. Yee Bing 012-3150625, or Bro. Russell Gan at 019-2785953.

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: 3 Jan 2026 (Saturday)

Time: 1:45 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Venue: Bhavana Hall at Uttama Bodhi Vihara

Speakers: Bro. Tan Buck Soon and Bro. Benny Liow

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. Russell Gan at 019-2785953.

*Note: If you have registered for the Induction & Buddhism Course, you do not need to register again for this course.

We are pleased to inform you that Luang Por Vajiro, Abbot of Sumedharama Monastery, Portugal, will be facilitating a One-Day Meditation Retreat.

Members and friends are encouraged to participate in this retreat.

Retreat details:

Date: 4 January 2026 (Sunday)

Check-in: 7.15 am

Check-out: 5.00 pm

Venue: Uttama Bodhi Vihara

Register at www.bubs.my/retreat-2026-LPVajiro

Closing date is 30 December 2025 or upon reaching our optimum number of participants, whichever is earlier.

No fees charged. Donations are encouraged. For further information, please email retreat@bubs.my or contact Sis ST at 012- 331 3173.

Biodata:

Luang Por Vajiro was born in Malaysia in 1953. He met Luang Por Chah and Luang Por Sumedho at the Hampstead Vihara in 1977. In 1979, he went to Wat Pah Nanachat and received upasampadā from Luang Por Chah at Wat Pah Pong in 1980. Luang Por Vajiro returned to England in 1984 and assisted with the establishment of Amaravati Buddhist Monastery. He lived in the monasteries in the UK for many years.

In 1993, he moved to New Zealand to lead the Bodhinyanarama community in Wellington for five years. Following this, he entered a three-year retreat in Australia and then returned to Amaravati in 2001.

In 2012, he moved to Portugal, where he had been closely involved in the establishment of Sumedharama Buddhist Monastery near Lisbon, which is now his base and where he serves as the Abbot of the monastery.

A handful of spots have just opened up for the above Sutta Study and Meditation Retreat. Don’t let this chance for personal spiritual growth pass you by. These available places will not last long. Secure your spot now: https://bubs.my/retreat-catt

Closing Date: Sunday, 28 December 2025 or once we reach our optimum number of participants. For further details, please email: retreat@bubs.my