Activities
May 1, 2010 Activities for the month of May - with regular updates

Highlight  for the Month of May

1.  3 Steps, 1 Bow' Program

    • Date: May 1, Saturday
    • Objectives: Spiritual practise and cultivation
    • Organizer: 24 Buddhist entities including Bodhi Heart Sanctuary
    • Venue: Mengkuang Dam, Bukit Mertajam
    • Time: 0600am - 1000am
    • Contact: Yeow (016-444 2216)

2.  Mindfulness Engagement Day (MED) >> Project Charity for Community

    • Date: May 16, Sunday
    • Objectives:
      • Community service in conjunction with Vesak Day
      • Contribution to a Welfare Home
      • Contribution to poor families in Bukit Mertajam
      • Educational welfare trip for children and young adults
    • Venue: Persatuan Kebajikan Kanak-Kanak Cacat Yee Ran Jing Sheh
    • Address: TBP 3730 & 3731, Jalan Belimbing Ladang Chip Joo, 14000 Bukit Tengah, Bukit Mertajam
    • Agenda: (subject to change - please visit to view updates)
      • 0800am  Gathering and briefing at Bodhi Heart Sanctuary
      • 0815am  Leaving for Bukit Mertajam (BM)
      • 0930am  Distributing cash and kind to poor families in BM
      • 1030am  Arriving at the Disabled Center & Distribution of Gifts
      • 1130am  Preparing lunch at the Disabled Center
      • 1230pm  Lunch at the Diabled Center
      • 0200pm  Leaving the Disabled Center
      • 0300pm  Arriving back at the Sanctuary
    • Donation
      • We will receive donation in cash to purchase specific necessities for the Disabled Center and immediate needs for the poor families. Please direct your donation as follows:
        • draw a cheque favouring 'Penang Bodhi Heart Sanctuary'
        • direct bank in to Hong Leong Bank, account of 'Penang Bodhi Heart Sanctuary', account no: 05300082242. Please send us the reference number in your banking slips
      • Deadline: Please remit your donation before May 12, 2010

3.  Meditation and Dhamma Dialogue

    • Facilitator: Ajahn Suthep
      • Ajahn Suthep Chinawaro was ordained in 1988 as one of the last disciples of Luangpor Teean. He has intensively practised meditation under the direct and strict guidance of Luangpor Teen during his final year in 1988. Ajahn speaks Thai, English and Lao.
      • Ajahn has also developed Buddhaleela Mahasati, an extension of the traditional Luangpor Teean's technique. This technique basically follows the Luangpor's movements of being mindful of breathing, walking and hand movement.
      • Ajahn also introduces the Seven-Lotus Walking Meditation technique.
    • Venue : Main Hall
    • Date/Time:
      • May 11, Tue - 10.00am to12.00pm, 1.30pm to 3.00pm
      • May 12, Wed - 10.00am to12.00pm, 1.30pm to 3.00pm
      • May 13, Thu - 10.00am to12.00pm, 1.30pm to 3.00pm  

  • Facilitator: Ajahn Wimoak

    • Ven. Vimokkha is the Abbot of Pipphalivanaram Temple in Rayong. He obtained his M.A. in Buddhism from Mahachulalongkorn University, Thailand. He is currently studying for his Doctorate in Buddhism at Mahachulalongkorn University, Thailand.
    • He has extensive experience in teaching Insight Meditation and has since been engaged by numerous organizations including Dhamnasathan in Chulalongkorn University, Saladhamma Temple in Pathumthani,  Ariyasom Temple in Sukhumvit, and Boonnives Temple in Dhammasathan, among others.
    • He has designed and conducted the popular program Development of Mindfulness and Awareness in the Work Place for various large private organizations across Thailand.
    • He is currently writing a book entitle ¡®Development of Mindfulness and Awareness for Insight Meditation¡¯.
    • Venue: Main Hall
    • Date / Time:
      • May 23, Sun - 08.00pm to 10.00pm
      • May 24, Mon - 12.00pm to 02.00pm
      • May 24, Mon - 08.00pm to 10.00pm
      • May 25, Tue - 10.00am to 12.00pm
      • May 25, Tue - 02.00pm to 04.00pm

4.  Monthly Medical Camp

    • Date : May 23, 2010
    • Venue: SJK(C) Phei Shin, Jelutong, Penang (behind SuiWah Lama Jelutong)
    • Time: 10.00am till 1.00pm
    • Organizing Partners: Penang Bodhi Heart Sanctuary, Temple of Fine Arts, Sivasanta Free Specialist Clinic, Lions Club of Georgetown, Mega Caring Activist, the JKKK and the ADUN (Ahli Dewan Undangan Negeri).
    • Contact: Yeow (016-444 2216), Murugiah (016-444 9246)
      • Note:
      • Please be early, and do not come 15 minutes before closing
      • All diagnosis and medicine are free
      • Do visit to obtain second-opinion on your medical issues.
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5.  Vesak Day Celebration

    • Date: May 27 (Thursday)
      • 09.00am  Mahayana Prayers - Confessions to 88 Buddhas
      • 09.30am  Buthing of the Buddha ceremony
      • 12.00pm  Dana - offering of food to the monks
      • 07.00pm  Buddha Puja
      • 07.30pm  dhamma Talk
      • 08.30pm  Meditation - walking and sitting
      • 10.00pm  Sharing of Merits
    • Date: May 28 (Friday)
      • 10.00am  Theravada Prayers - Paritta Pali
      • 10.30am  Circumambulation of the Bodhi Tree
      • 11.00am  Dhamma Talk
      • 12.00pm  Dana - Offering of food to the monks
      • 12.00am  Lunch for the public

  • Daily Programs
    • Offering of food to Sangha (monks and nuns)
      • Venue: Silabodhi Center
      • Time: Breakfast at 7.30am and Lunch at 11.45am
      • Note: Please be ready 15 minutes before.
      • Please check contact below for number of monks/nuns/ diets
      • Contact: Selina (016-422 8320) 
  • Weekly Programs
    • Monday: Study Group
      • Date/Time: Every Monday. 11.30am-2.00pm (meditation & Dharma sharing)
      • Venue: Silabodhi Center
      • Medium: English
      • For: Open-minded and enthusiastic individuals. No prior knowledge needed 
      • Facilitator:
        • May 3, 17, 31 - Bro. Hor
        • May 10. Ajahn Suthep
        • May 24. Ajahn Wimoak
      • Contact: Hor (016-4818 308)
      • Note: If you are new please call to confirm a day before
    • Thursday: Group Meditation
      • Date: Every Thursday
      • Time: 
        • Morning session from 10.30am to 1230pm.
        • Evening session from 6.00pm-8.00pm
      • Venue: Main Hall
      • Medium: English (with Hockien translation, where necessary)
      • For: Guided Meditation for beginners / Group sitting for veterans
      • Facilitator: Bro Hor KL, or other invited Teachers
      • Contact: Hor (016-4818 308)
      • Note: If you are new please call to confirm a day before
  • Fortnightly Programs     
    • Sunday Zijiu Qigong Practise 
      • Day: Fortnightly Sunday
      • Date/Time: Till furthe notice (9.00am-10.30am)
      • Venue: Outdoor Meditation Garden
      • Contact: Thean Yong (012-3820 106)
      • Note: If you are new please call to confirm a day before
  • Monthly Programs
    • All Tradition Dedicated Prayer Services
      • Venue: Pujabodhi
      • Date/Day/Tradition/Time
        • 1st Sunday each month. Mahayana Prayer. 10am
        • 2nd Sunday each month . Theravada Paritta Pali & Dana. 11am
        • Vajrayana Krodikali Chod Puja. 8pm: Apr 9, May 8, Jun 7, Jul 6
      •  Contact: Seng Yeow (016 444 2216)
    • Mindfulness Engagement Day (MED) (substituted by Community Service)
      • Date: May 16, Sunday (see above)
      • Objectives:
        • Meditation - nurturing mental wellbeing and skillful attitude, inspiring emotional fulfillment and engagement
        • Education - informing on spiritual alternatives and paradigm, unlearning and relearning spiritual ideals,
        • Development - building and integrating social and familial support, engaging in meaningful community work, living balanced life, caring for body and health
      • Agenda:
        • 07.45am.  Recollection and Reflection
        • 08.00am.  Mindfulness Walk. To Botanical Garden
        • 08.40am.  Meditation in Nature. At Botanical Garden
        • 09.30am.  Mindfulness Walk. Back to the Sanctuary
        • 10.00am.  Mindfulness Movement - Community Service in BHS
        • 12.00am.  Dana & Lunch. Vegetarian
        • 01.30pm.  Dharma Reality Show & Dharma Discussion  
        • 03.30pm.  Reflections & Meditation: The Circle of Life
        • 04.30pm.  Mindful Body & Movement - Exercises (Qigong/Yoga)
        • 05.00pm.  Goodbye
      • Note: 
        • Attire. Loose and comfortable clothing
        • Attitude. silence, enthusiastic and engaged
        • All are welcomed - for beginners and regular practitioners
        • Donation of RM5.00 for lunch, tea and facilities
    • Free Medical Camp 
      • Date/Venue:  SRJK(C) Phei Shin, Jelutong, Penang 
      • Note: Please contact below before visiting
      • Contact: Murugiah (016-444 9246), Seng Yeow (016, 444 2216)

  • Information:
    • All Programs above are organized by Bodhi Heart Sanctuary solely or in collaboration with other parties
    • All Programs above are opened to public and to beginners unless otherwise stated
    • Unless otherwise stated all Programs are free of charge. Donation welcomed.
    • Unless otherwise stated the venue will be at Bodhi Heart Sanctuary
    • If you are new call to confirm for any last minute changes
    • Be early - at least 15 minutes before time stated in the Progam

 

All Are Welcome

Wishing you abundance in your engagement.

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