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

Highlight for the Month of July

1.  Day Retreat - A day of Meditation and Dhamma Dialogue with Sayalay Susila

    • Date: July 11
    • Objectives: Seeking spiritual direction, inspiration, and renewal
    • Venue: Main Hall, Bodhi Heart Sanctuary
    • Time: 0900am - 0500am
    • Profile:
      • Sayalay is one of the more senior nun in Malaysia with more than 20 over vassa. She spend a great deal of time in Burma learning from various reknown teachers. She was just back from months of intensive meditation retreat in Pa Auk Monastery. She is competent in meditation techniques as well as in the study and realization on Abhidhamma.
      • She also published a couple of Dhamma books and numerous CD relating to the meditation practise.
      • She has facilitate meditation retreats in America and Europe for a number of years. She has also taught in many Buddhist organizations across Malaysia and Singapore. She is fluent in both Mandarin and English.
    • Contact: Selina (016-422 8320) / Hooi Sun (012-477 6278)
    • Agenda: subject to change
      • 0845.  Registration
      • 0900.  Taking of Precepts. An outline of Meditation
      • 0930.  Meditation Instructions and Guided Practise (for different
      •             postures i.e., walking, standing, sitting)
      • 1200.  Lunch for Sangha and Participants
      • 0130.  Meditaton Instructions and Guided Practise
      • 0300.  Break-time
      • 0330.  Dhamma Dialogues & Metta Meditation
      • 0500.  Conclusion.
    • Note: 
      • It will be wonderful if you could attend all four sessions as it is a series.
      • You may register for one or more of the sessions.
      • You may observe the 8 or 5 Precepts during the sessions
      • Be comfortable and conservative in your attire - any color will do
      • Lunch and tea provided
      • Entirely free but donation is welcomed

2.  Mindfulness Engagement Day (MED) 
    • Date: Third Sunday of each month, - July 18
    • 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
      • Contact: Selina (016-4228320), Hor (016-4818308)

 

3.  Meditation and Dhamma Dialogue (Visiting Speakers)

  • Facilitator: Ajahn Wimoak
    • Venue: Main Hall
    • Date / Time:
      • Jul 19.  08.00am to 12.00pm
      • Jul 19.  08.00pm to 10.00pm
      • Jul 20.  08.00am to 12.00pm
    • Profile:
      • 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? 

4.  Wellness Programs

  • Facilitator: Liew Hee Nam
    • Venue: Main Hall
    • Date / Time:
      • Jul 23.  8.00pm to 10.00pm
      • Jul 24.  10.00am to 12.00pm
    • Information:
      • Can cancer, heart attack, diabetes, obesity, migraine, constipation, high cholesterol, high uric acid, skin problems, gut problems and more than 10,000 other health issues be prevented or cured?  Can healthy food, health-care products, supplements, medication, exercise and a healthy lifestyle solve your health problems? This talk may change or save your life and your love ones.
      • You will learn about:  The Secret to Health,  Detoxification,  Colon, parasite, liver and gallbladder cleanse ,  Flushing liver and gallbladder stones,  Activating your self-healing mechanism,  Rejuvenating and revitalizing your body,  Boosting your natural immunity,  Natural prevention and cure for diseases,  Healthy food, drink and exercise,  How to live a healthy lifestyle,  How to take control of your health.  
    • Profile:
      • Mr Liew Hee Nam. The speaker has cured himself of heart attack, high blood, high cholesterol, high uric acid and more than 10 other minor health issues without medication. He is currently a Health Coach and you may check him out at >> detox4cure.blogspot.com & bodyoverhauldetox.blogspot.com.
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  • Facilitator: Choong Han Ni
    • Venue: Main Hall
    • Date / Time:
      • Jul 27.  7.30pm to 9.00pm and thereafter for 6 consecutive Tuesdays
    • Information:
      • Non-religious activity ¨C all are welcomed (for Non-Muslim only). Available to all irrespective of age, gender or race
      • For first 20 pax only. Must be available to attend all 6 sessions.
      • Please come on light stomach and loose clothing. Do bring along your own yoga mat.
      • No fees. Free and easy approach. Donation welcomed.
    • Brief
      • Kundallini Yoga, the Yoga of Awareness, consist of simple yogic techniques that can be enjoyed by everyone. It is a complete science that includes breath, yoga postures, sound, chanting and meditation.
      • It is considered to be the most comprehensive of all yogas. By working on our energetic bodies, auras and charkas to release past emotions we will feel more calm, balanced and  energized. Check out www.innerpeaceyogacircle.com.  

5.  Monthly Medical Camp

    • Date : Jul 25, 2010
    • Venue: Chew Jetty
    • 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.

  • 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: Bro. Hor 
      • 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
      • Contact: Hor (016-4818 308)
      • Note: If you are new please call to confirm the next Course intake
  • Fortnightly Programs     
    • Sunday Zijiu Qigong Practise 
      • Day: Fortnightly Sunday
      • Date/Time: Till further 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: Jun 7, Jul 6
      •  Contact: Seng Yeow (016 444 2216)
    • Mindfulness Engagement Day (MED)
      • Date:   see above
      • Objectives: see above
    • Free Medical Camp 
      • Date/Venue:  see above 
      • 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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