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.

This year's Wesak Day Celebrations will be held at Uttama Bodhi Vihara on 11 and 12 May 2025.

In line with our theme, "Supporting, Nurturing & Growing in the Dhamma", we encourage you to join us as a volunteer and contribute to the success of this meaningful event.

We are seeking volunteers for the following areas:  

• Donation Counter

• Food Preparation & Distribution

• Sangha Support - Transport

• Sangha Support - Blessings & Dana

• Free Publications Counter

• Bathing of the Buddha

• Logistics & Ushering

• Candle Lighting Sales Counter

• Flower Arrangements and Sales Counter

• Post-Wesak Cleaning

Please sign up online or at the BUBS UBV Notice Board beside the Sunday Counter.

Register here: https://bubs.my/wesak-volunteer   

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 announce the following meal dana opportunities:

1. Dates: 14 to 17 April (Mon to Thur) 

Lunch Dana @ 11 am for Ven. Ajahn Cagino, and 2 Bhikkhu Sangha (Total 3 visiting monastics)

* Please note that Ven. Ajahn Cagino is a Vegetarian.*

2. Dates: 21 & 22 April (Mon & Tues)

Meal Offering @ 8 am for Luang Por Ton, Ven. Ajahn Moshe and Ven. Ajahn Teh, followed by Q&A and Offering of Requisites.

3. Date: 23 April (Wed)

Meal Dana @ 9 am for Ven. Ajahn Moshe

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

For further info, please contact Sis. ST 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 “Refuge in the Triple Gem”

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

Dear Members and Devotees,

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.

On 19 April, below are the homes for distribution:

* Home 1 - Pertubuhan Kebajikan Orang Tua Xiao Xin
Address: No 1687, Jalan 18/46, Taman Sri Serdang, 43300 Seri Kembangan       

* Home 2 - Yi Xing USJ Old Folks Home
Address:19, Jalan USJ 2/2a, USJ 2, USJ 1, Subang

* Home 3 - Homeless at Pudu Area

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.

We are blessed to have Luang Por Ton visiting BUBS on the above dates.

There will be a meal offering opportunity and a Q&A session.

Venue: Sangha Dana room, Uttama Bodhi Vihara

Dates: 21 & 22 April 2025 (Monday & Tuesday)

08:00 am: Meal Offering @ Sangha Dana Room

09:15 am - 10.15 am: Q&A with Luang Por Ton, Offering of Requisites

Biodata: 

Luang Por Ton is a senior disciple of Luang Por Tui under Luang Ta Mahaboowa lineage who currently resides at Wat Pa Dan Wiwek, Bueng Kan Province.

We are pleased to inform you that Ven. Dhammasiri will be giving a Mandarin Dhamma Talk on Wednesday, 23 April 2025.

Time :

8.00 pm - Puja

8.15 pm - Dhamma Talk in Mandarin

9.30 pm - Q & A

9.45 pm - End

Biodata:

Born in 1970, Ven. Dhammasiri started practising Mahàyàna Buddhism in 1986. He was ordained as a Mahàyàna Bhikku whilst studying and working for a few years in a Buddhist University in Taiwan in 1993.

In 1997, Ven. Dhammasiri was ordained as a Theravàda Bhikkhu under the Ajahn Mun tradition, spending his first Vassa with Ajahn Ganhah and his second Vassa in Pa Auk Tawya Monastery. Due to poor health, he disrobed in 1999. He was re-ordained as a ten-precept Anàgàrika by Most Ven. Na-Uyane AriyaDhamma MahaThera in Sri Lanka, and by the end of 1999, he received Sàmanera ordination under the preceptorship of Most Ven. K. Jinavaüsa MahàThera, the founder of the Yogàshràma tradition.

Between 2001 and 2005, Ven. Dhammasiri engaged himself with intensive meditation and Vinaya studies in Sri Lanka, Burma and China. He also began compiling Theravàda meditation manuals and translating Vinaya literature.

In busy days filled with meetings, deadlines, and endless to-dos, it's time to pause and reconnect with your inner self. Join our meditation session designed specifically for young professionals—a space to unwind, recharge, and cultivate mindfulness that transforms stress into clarity. Discover the power of mindfulness and embrace a more balanced, focused life. There will also be a book sharing session at the end of the meditation session.

Date: Sat, 26 Apr 2025

Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Venue: Uttama Bodhi Vihara (UBV)

Register here: https://bubs.my/byx/meditation

For further information, please contact Bro. Joenatan at +6281272001113 (WhatsApp) or Bro. Danny at +60129549805

We are pleased to inform you that Luang Por Dumrong, Abbot of Wat Pa Nam Kam Khoeng will be facilitating a One-Day Meditation Retreat in conjunction with the 2025 Wesak Celebration. 

Members and friends are encouraged to participate in this retreat. 

Retreat details:

Date: 10 May 2025 (Saturday)

Check-in: 7.15 am 

Check-out: 5.00 pm

Venue: Uttama Bodhi Vihara  

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 (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 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".

Teen Leadership Camp - Help Your Teen Find Their Voice and Lead!

Join us for an exciting journey to master public speaking and leadership skills! This program is tailored for teens aged 13 to 17, giving them the confidence to stand out and make a difference.

Key Highlights:

Master Public Speaking – Craft and deliver impactful speeches  

Lead with Confidence – Learn to run meetings effectively  

Enhance Presentation Skills – Discover their unique communication style  

When: 31st May & 1st June 2025

Early Bird Offer: RM80.00

Where: Uttama Bodhi Vihara

Contact: Emily Bong - 012-339 9238

Seats are limited! Don’t miss this chance to unleash your teen's potential. Register Now! https://bubs.my/tlc2025 

The closing date is 24 May 2025 or upon reaching our optimum number of participants, whichever is earlier.