Brighten your path to good health, happiness, and prosperity, or honour the memory of a loved one by sponsoring a light offering at Bandar Utama Buddhist Society. 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/offerings2025 

COST: RM10 per light

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

We are pleased to inform you that Ven. Ajahn Martin Piyadhammo will be visiting BUBS on May 7, 2025 (Wednesday). Members and friends are encouraged to join us as follows:

Dhamma Sharing @ 9.30 am 

Meal Dana @ 10.30 am 

Please bring your food 30 minutes before the designated meal time. 

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

Biodata:

Ven. Ajahn Martin was born in Stuttgart, Germany, in 1957. He studied electrical engineering and went to the USA to extend his studies in computer engineering with a Fulbright scholarship. He discovered meditation at the end of the 1980s and started living in various Theravada monasteries in England and Germany.

He arrived at Wat Pa Baan Taad under Luang Ta Mahā Bua, Thailand, and was ordained as a Buddhist monk in December 1995 in the forest monastery. Ajahn Martin went on tudong for 2-5 months each year and meditated 14 hours every day. He stayed at Wat Pa Baan Taad for many years and in the jungles of Thailand for over 20 years in the Thai Forest Tradition. 

In 2004, Ven. Ajahn Paññavaddho, who was responsible for instructing Western/ foreign lay visitors at Wat Pa Baan Taad, passed away. The teaching responsibility of lay visitors was then shared between Ven Ajahn Dick and Ven. Ajahn Martin. After Ven. Ajahn Dick left the monastery in 2007, Ven. Ajahn Martin carried the sole responsibility of teaching lay visitors the Dhamma and meditation. 

He is currently the Abbot of Wat Phu Khong Tong in Nong Bua Lam Phu province.

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

Meeting ID: 811 7257 9175

Passcode: 732425

For further information, please email dhammaduta@bubs.myJoin online at https://bubs.my/zoom/meditation 

Meeting ID: 811 7257 9175

Passcode: 732425

8.00 pm: Chanting

8.05 pm: Dhamma sharing on “Living in the NOW”

8.25 pm: Meditation

9.05 pm: Q & A

9.25 pm: Sharing of merits N End

For further information, please email dhammaduta@bubs.my

BUBS will be organizing the following Wesak programmes in Uttama Bodhi Vihara on 10 - 12 May 2024.

Dates:

10 May 2025 (Saturday): Wesak Meditation Retreat and Dhamma Talk

11 May 2025 (Sunday): Wesak Eve, Morning Puja & Dhamma Talk, Evening Visakha Puja & Chanting

12 May 2025 (Monday): Wesak Day Launch, Blessings and Dhamma Talk

For further information, please go to https://bubs.my/wesak 

For inquiries, contact the UBV Office at 603-7710 6010. 

We look forward to your participation in making this Wesak a blessed and memorable occasion!

We are pleased to inform you that Luang Por Dumrong Siribhaddo, Abbot of Wat Pa Nam Kam Keng, will be facilitating a One-Day Meditation Retreat in conjunction with the 2025 Wesak Celebration. There will be a translation into English by Ven. Ajahn Dton.

Members and friends are encouraged to participate in this retreat. 

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

Closing date is 6 May 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:

Luang Por Dumrong Siribhaddo (56 Vassa) was born in 1954 in Ubon. He ordained in 1969 and trained under Luang Por Chah in 1971. Luang Por Chah appointed him as the preceptor at Wat Pah Nam Kam Keng , Ubon RatchathaniRachathani in 1976 and subsequently as the abbot in 1989 until now. Over the years,  he has received several appointments and titles,  including the title of "Phrakhru Sanyabat" with a Royal Certificate of appointment at Master Level and was given the royal monastic name "Phra Patthara Dhammasiri".

We are delighted to invite you to join our Monthly Food Aid Program. This initiative distributes cooked food and sundries to various charity organizations, 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.

Time: 9.30 am

Venue: LG Floor, Uttama Bodhi Vihara

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

Distibution list 17 May 2025:

1.Yi Xing USJ Old Folks Home

         Address:19, Jalan USJ 2/2a, USJ 2, USJ 1, Subang

2.Persatuan Kebajikan USJ Subang

        Address: No 32, Jalan USJ 1/4k, USJ Satu, USJ, Subang

3. Homeless: Central Market Area

A Contemplative Gathering in Gratitude for the Sangha

"The Sangha of the Blessed One’s disciples is well-practised uprightly with integrity,

It is worthy of gifts, worthy of hospitality,

worthy of offerings, and worthy of reverential salutation."

– Sanghanussati Reflection

Join us for a day dedicated to Sanghanussati – the recollection of the noble Sangha – through meditation, chanting, Dhamma reflections, and acts of gratitude. This is a time to reflect on the beauty and strength of the monastic and spiritual community that preserves and shares the Dhamma.

The programme flow is as below:

  8.30 am Morning Puja

  8.45 am  Opening Speech by Organising Chairman

  9.00 am Dhamma Talk by a senior monastic

  9.45 am Asking for Forgiveness from the Triple Gem & Offering of Requisites

10.00 am Paritta Chanting

10.20 am Pindacara

10.50 am Meal Dana offering

11.00 am Anumodana and sharing of merits to victims of the recent Myanmar earthquake

11.30 am Community Lunch

Noon End

Myanmar Earthquake Relief Support

As we celebrate this meaningful day with our Teachers from the Burmese Forest Tradition, let us also remember the Monastics and lay communities whose lives are affected by the recent earthquake in Myanmar.

Support is much needed to help in relief efforts for the monasteries and the lay people affected by the earthquake. We will be sharing  merits to the victims and families of those affected in this meaningful occasion.

If you wish to offer any assistance, please contact Bro Chee Wat (016-3133628).

Sadhu for your generosity and kindness.

Calling all young adults!

BUBS Youth eXperience (BYX) is organizing a Dhamma dialogue with Ven. Ratthapala on Sun, 18 May 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.

Biography:

Ven. Ratthapala was born in Taiwan in 1985 and immigrated to the USA in 1988. He graduated from the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota. In 2008, he was ordained by Venerable Pak Au Sayadaw, and he has been practising under many teachers in Pak Au and Na Uyana tradition, including Venerable U Mangala, Venerable Buddharakkhita, and Venerable Dhammagavesaka.

Date: Sun, 18 May 2025

Time: 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm

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

Registration Link: https://bubs.my/byx/ddvratthapala 

For further information, kindly email byx@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: 24 May 2025 (Saturday)

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

Course Speakers:

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

Buddhism Course: Bro. Tan Buck Soon and Bro. Benny Liow

*Lunch will be provided during the event.

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

For any enquiries, please contact Bro. Russell Gan at 019-2785953.

For any inquiries, please contact 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: 24 May 2025 (Saturday)

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

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 in Portugal,  will be facilitating a One-Day Meditation Retreat. 

Retreat details:

Date: 31 May 2025 (Saturday)

Check-in: 7.15 am 

Check-out: 5.00 pm

Venue: Uttama Bodhi Vihara  

Register at www.bubs.my/retreat-2025-lpvajiro 

Closing date is 28 May 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 Bro Victor at 017-439 9919

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 Nanchat 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 before returning 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 where he is now based and is the Abbot of the monastery.

Date: Tue, 3 June 2025

Time: 7.45 am to meet at UBV for carpooling

Venue: Taman Rimba Templer, Rawang, Selangor

The event will commence with chanting and followed by the liberation of the live animals (fish, frog, or tortoise) into the river.

We invite you to share in the dedication of merits for your good health and happiness.  You can also share the merits in memory of a loved one.

Members and friends who wish to donate to our Welfare fund for the above can do so by completing the form or dropping your donation into the dedicated Donation Box marked "Save A Life" at Uttama Bodhi Vihara (UBV). If you wish to have a Tax-Exempt receipt, please make your contributions at our Sunday counter. 

The donation and dedication of merits will close on 31 May 2025. Link to form: https://bubs.my/sal/rimbarawang 

The dedication and sharing of merits will be done on the above date & venue, and your presence would definitely be more beneficial. 

For further info, please call Bro. Pierre (+6011-2800 8000).