We are pleased to offer the following Meal Dana opportunities:

• 10 & 11 January: 7:30 am – Meal Dana

• 12 January: 9:00 am – Meal Dana

Kindly bring your cooked food, desserts, and fruits at least 20 minutes before the designated mealtime. For further information, please contact Sis ST at 012-331 3171.

Theme: “Ignorance Chains Us; Understanding Frees Us”

In response to popular requests, we are deeply grateful to  Ven. Ajahn Kittisobhano (Bhante Huat Poh) for kindly accepting our invitation to conduct this 2-day Dhamma course to develop our faith in the Triple Gem and Right View through guided reflections and interactive sessions

Date: Saturday, 10 Jan – Sunday, 11 Jan 2026

Time: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm (both days)

          * (registration from 7:00 am to 7:30 am)

Venue: Uttama Bodhi Vihara

No fees charged. Donations are encouraged. 

For registration, please click:  https://bubs.my/course/bhp2026

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

Closing date for registration: 3 Jan 2026 or upon reaching our optimum number, whichever is earlier.

About Ven. Ajahn Kittisobhano (Bhante Huat Poh)

Born and bred in Penang, Ven. Ajahn was first introduced to Theravada Buddhism in his early teens, and his interest and practice of the Dhamma steadfastly progressed as he grew into adulthood. Finding his true calling, he decided to give up his career as an engineer to go forth.

On 13 June 2005, he was ordained in the Dhammayut Thai forest tradition in the Province of Chiangrai, Thailand.  He spent the past 12 years in the deep forest of Omkoi in Northern Thailand, supported by a nearby tribal village for his basic living needs.

A very good practising monk of the Thai forest tradition, Ven. Ajahn came back to Malaysia in 2020 when his dad was not well. Ven. Ajahn has been sharing the Dhamma to promote better understanding and inspire faith to walk the Path that leads to liberation.

Please be informed that the Weekly Online Meditation on 17, 24 & 31 December 2025 are cancelled. You are encouraged to continue your personal practice at home.

The online meditation will resume on 7 January 2026.

We are pleased to offer the following Meal Dana opportunity to Ven. Nipako:

• 7 January: 9:00 am – Meal Dana

Kindly bring your cooked food, desserts, and fruits at least 20 minutes before the designated mealtime. For further information, please contact Sis ST at 012-331 3171.

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.

Date: Saturday, 3 January 2026

Programme: 

• 8.00 pm - Puja

• 8.15 pm - Itipiso chanting (x108)

• 9.25 pm - Dedication & sharing of merits

• 9.30 pm - Adhithana and End

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

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 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.

Meal Dana opportunities in January 2026:

1. 1 Jan 2026: Luang Por Vajiro & Ven. Ajahn Kusalo        

• Breakfast Dana @ 7 AM

• Lunch Dana @ 11 AM

2. ⁠ 2 Jan 2026: Luang Por Vajiro 

• Breakfast Dana @ 7 AM

3. 3 - 5 Jan 2026: Luang Por Vajiro 

• Breakfast Dana @ 7 AM 

• Lunch Dana @ 11 AM

Please bring your cooked food, desserts, and fruits at least 20 minutes before the designated mealtime. For further information, please contact Sis. ST at 012-3313171.

New Year’s Eve Dhamma Talk with Luang Por Vajiro

Spend a meaningful New Year’s Eve with us on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. The program begins in the Buddhacetiya Hall at 8:30 PM with a Dhamma talk by Luang Por Vajiro, followed by 108 times Itipiso chanting and a midnight circumambulation of the Vihara. We encourage you to bring your family and friends to Uttama Bodhi Vihara for this special occasion.

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

Meal Dana opportunities in December 2025:

1. 30 Dec 2025: Ven. Ajahn Kusalo

• Breakfast @ 7 AM: 

• Lunch Dana @ 11 AM:

2. 31 Dec 2025: Luang Por Sucitto, Ven. Ajahn Kusalo & Ven. Nipako

• Breakfast Dana @ 7 AM

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. 

We are pleased to announce that Ven. Ajahn Dhammasiha will be offering an evening Dhamma Talk on 24 December 2025 (Wednesday).

Programme Schedule:

8.00 pm – Puja

8.15 pm – Dhamma Talk by Ven. Ajahn Dhammasiha

9.30 pm – End of session

You are warmly encouraged to join us for this inspiring session at the Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara. Feel free to bring your family and friends.

Biography:

Ajahn Dhammasiha was born in West Germany in 1966 in Berlin. Ajahn became a Theravāda Buddhist monk in 1996 in Sri Lanka and trained in the forest-monastery tradition of Luang Por Chah in Australia. Since 2007, he has been the Abbot of Dhammagiri Forest Hermitage near Brisbane, teaching meditation and Dhamma in Australia and abroad.

We are pleased to announce that Ven. Ajahn Achalo will be offering an evening Dhamma Talk on 23 December 2025 (Tuesday).

Programme Schedule:

8.00 pm – Puja

8.15 pm – Dhamma Talk by Ven. Ajahn Achalo

9.30 pm – End of session

You are warmly encouraged to join us for this inspiring session at the Buddhacetiya Hall, Uttama Bodhi Vihara. Feel free to bring your family and friends.

Biography:

Ven. Ajahn Achalo was ordained in 1996 in the Luang Por Chah forest tradition. Over the years, he trained under several respected teachers, with Tan Ajahn Anan as his main mentor. He is currently the Abbot of Anandagiri Forest Monastery in Phetchabun, Thailand. In recognition of his contributions, he was granted Thai citizenship in 2021 and received an ecclesiastical title in 2024. 

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

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

Meal Dana opportunities for:

• Ven. Ajahn Kusalo: 21 to 25 December

• Ven. Ajahn Dhammasiha: 23 to 25 December

Meal Times:

7:00 AM – Breakfast Dana

11:00 AM – Lunch Dana

Please bring your cooked food, desserts, and fruits at least 20 minutes before the designated mealtime. For further information, please contact Sis. Emily at 012-339 9238.

Date: 20 Dec 2025 (Saturday)

The programme is as follows:

• 8.00 pm - Puja

• 8.30 pm - Paritta chanting led by monastics from Sri Lanka Buddhist Temple

• 9.20 pm - Dedication & sharing of merits

• 9.30 pm - Adhithana and End

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

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.

We are delighted to announce that Ven. 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:

Ven. 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, Ven. 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.

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

📆 ⁠ 11- 18 December * (Mon to Thu) 

⏰  7 am - Breakfast Dana

⏰  11 am - Lunch Dana

—

📆 ⁠ 19 December (Friday)

⏰  7 am - Breakfast Dana 

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

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

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.

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. 

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.

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

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.