External Activities
"Wake Up Now! Be One with the World!"
NUSBS Dharma Camp 2011
Date: 5th – 9th December 2011
Venue: Cheng Beng Buddhist SocietyDharma camp is one of the biggest NUSBS annual activities which has been usually taken place in early December every year. It is not just a camp of fun but an occasion when you get to find your true spiritual friends who will accompany you for the search of truth.
The theme for this year is based on MINDFULNESS. Are you really mindful of what you are doing at the present moment? You may be holding remorse and regrets over what you did in the past, worries and concerns over the uncertainties of your future and you end up not realizing what you are having in your present moment. This results in so many dissatisfactions in life. The Buddha, our greatest teacher, mentioned, 'The secret of health for both mind and body is not to mourn for the past, worry about the future, or anticipate troubles but to live in the present moment wisely and earnestly. It is never too late to do something unless you are not giving yourself a chance. It is time for you to come back and live with the World.Please go to this link
If you have any concerns or queries regarding the camp, please feel free to contact Chin Xia@ projects@nusbs.org.sg or Bao Bao@ dyprojects@nusbs.org.sg.
Light on the Lotus Hill
Date : Saturday, 3 December 2011
Time : 8am to 5pm
Venue: Nagapusa Theatre, Tooth Relic Temple, Chinatown/Singapore.There will be 3 sessions in English, 1:00pm -2:30pm or 6:30pm-7:30pm or 8pm-9pm and 2 sessions in Mandarin 3:00pm-4:30pm or 5:00pm-6:00pm.
This is a video documentary that reveals an episode of Singapore's forgotten history. Light on the Lotus Hill documents the life of Venerable Pu Liang a Buddhist monk who was executed by the Japanese after the fall of Singapore in 1942.
Trailer and more info available via this link and the poster
Kindly refer to the attached poster in this email for further info and RSVP.
Flag Day
Shan You Counselling Centre (SYCC) seeks youth support to participate as volunteer in Flag Day event on 31th December 2011 (Saturday) from 9am – 2pm.
About Shan You Counselling Centre (SYCC)
SYCC, a voluntary welfare organisation affiliated to NCSS, provides
professional counselling and community services to children, youths,
families and the elderly, regardless of their race and religion. We provide
a continuum of programmes to segments in the community who are in need of
basic food items, and who are elderly, lonely, sick and in need of emotional
support.This is SYCC major annual fund raising event this year. Over the years, there
has been a substantial increase in the demand for SYCC services, and SYCC hopes
to raise at least $50,000 with the proceeds directed to SYCC programmes.
During the period from April 2010 to March 2011, SYCC programmes had reached
out to these:. Counselling and Casework - 913 service users
. Food Ration Distribution Service - 8,314 beneficiaries
. Befriending Services - 12
. Social Service Efforts - 1,342
. Yuan Yuan Helpline - 947 service users
. School Education Programmes - 18,405 youths
. Public Education and Learning Workshops - 679 participants
. Professional Training Programmes - 233 participants
The continuity of this center services and programmes will depend heavily on the
generous donation of the public. SYCC are looking for volunteers to help out to
encourage people to donate for a worthy cause.If you are interested to participate as a volunteer, please RSVP to ntubs-secretary@ntu.edu.sg or ntubs@yahoo.com.sg by 10th December 2011. For any queries or further info on this event, you may contact Enya at 6741 9293.
OM Quest
"OM Quest" is back again this year!
Just like past years, all Tertiary Institutions' Buddhist Societies will come and take part in this event!!What is OM Quest?
The conduct of OM Quest is similar to which of the Amazing Race. After the completion of visits to all stations, all the different teams will gather back at HQ. The team that gets back first will be the champion & attractive prizes to be won!! (Subject to terms and conditions)The main objective of "OM Quest" is to promote a better understanding of the different Buddhist traditions, for example, Mahayana, Theravadan and Tibetan traditions amongst the members of the Tertiary Institutions Buddhist Societies in a non-classroom, activity like manner. On top of this, we seek to promote interaction and bonding between the different Tertiary Institutions Buddhist Societies.
This time, OM Quest 2011 will be held on 3rd December 2011.
There will be max 5 people in a group. This includes 1 leader & 4 members.
Max 3 groups from each Tertiary Institutions.
Age: 16 - 25 years old.
Registration Fee: Register before 28 October 2011 for the special price of $10/person. After that it will be $16/ person.Registration closes on 11 November 2011.
Non-refundable deposit: Registration fee includes a $10 non-refundable deposit for per team.
The Buddhist Society whose team(s) registered but did not turn up will be responsible to pay the $10 non-refundable deposit.As there are limited vacancies for each Buddhist Society, do register as soon as possible to secure a place for this upcoming fun-filled event. Please kindly approach Meigi Soesanto at ntubs-secretary@ntu.edu.sg or at 84324573 if you are interested to join this event by 27th October 2011.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon!
For queries or more information regarding this event, please feel free to contact Merwin (90301658) or Tzyy Horng (91764700).3rd Annual Zen Conference and Workshop
Date : 5 and 6 November 2011
Time : 8am to 5pm
Venue: Suntec City Room 325*You may choose to attend both dates or either of these two dates depending on your schedule.
Several distinguished guest speakers such as Zen Master Dae Kwang (US), Zen Master Wu Bong (Poland), Thom Pastor JDPSN(US) and Ven. Chi Boon (SG) will be invited during this workshop to share their teaching with us. This year's theme is "One Thing". We hope you will not miss this rare chance for a close interaction cum Q&A with the Zen masters and teachers!
If you are interested to participate in this workshop, please kindly approach Meigi Soesanto at ntubs-secretary@ntu.edu.sg or at 84324573 by 27th October 2011. This event is on first-come-first-served basis due to limited capacity. So, please be hurry so that you do not miss up this great workshop!
Dr. Sun Ock Lee's Zen Dance: Dance Performance/ Therapy and Workshop
Date : 5 and 6 November 2011
Time : 7.30pm to 9.30pm
Venue: Suntec City Room 325Dr. Lee has developed the dance for performance, daily practice and clinical therapy, and her holistic healing techniques have been successful in alleviating the stress, anxiety and tensions brought on by our fast-paced society.
For this event, 4 free tickets will be given out. Hence, if you are interested please kindly approach Meigi Soesanto at ntubs-secretary@ntu.edu.sg or at 84324573 to register and grab a limited free ticket by 27th October 2011.
Jazz Concert by B3 Conspiracy from Las Vegas: "Out of Calm Stillness"
Date : 5 and 6 November 2011
Time : 7.30pm to 9.30pm
Venue: Suntec City Room 325The Jazz Concert will be led by Thom Pastor JDPSN. This dynamic band of 4 extremely talented musicians have over 70 compositions under their belt. They have played for big names such as Jimi Hendrix, Aretha Franklin, Barbara Streisand, Luciano Pavarotti, Lisa Minnelli, just to name a few.
(Sneak preview of their repertoire: http://www.facebook.com/b3conspiracy)4 limited complimentary tickets will be given out. So, if you are interested please kindly approach Meigi Soesanto at ntubs-secretary@ntu.edu.sg or at 84324573 by 27th October 2011 to register for the event.
Dharma Talk: When the stress meter goes blast
Date : 18, 19 Oct 2011
Time : 8pm to 10pm
Venue: Tai Pei Buddhist Centre (No.2 Lavender Street, Singapore 33882Free admission.
Translation in English is available. Please come early and get the ear-piece for translation at the counter.About the talk:
The Zen master would probe into the origin of stress and its formation, and talk about how to transform the stress into strength for self-improvement and development.
Visit To Ren Ci Nursing Home
(Organized by Dhammanusari Group of Sri Lankaramaya Buddhist Temple)
Dhammanusari Group of SLBT led by the Venerable K. Rathanasara; invites you to join us in visiting the Ren Ci Nursing Home on Sunday, 23 October 2011 from 2:00pm to 5:30pm with transport provided. Details of the program flow.
For registration to participate, sponsorship of goodie bag items or query, please contact:
Vimutti Thong (Kim-Foo) 9380 8200
Adhitthana Thng (Joseph) 9746 8820
Workshop: When the stress meter goes blast
Date: 26 Oct 2011
Time: 9am - 6pm
Venue: Ngee Ann Cultural Centre
Fee: $25, inclusive of mealsAbout the workshop: The Zen master would guide you to transform stress using Zen method, and lead you to develop your potential when your stress meter goes blast.
3-day Zen Retreat
Date: 5-7 Nov 2011
Time: 5-6 Nov 9am -9pm, 7 Nov 9am - 6pm
Venue: Tai Pei Buddhist Centre (No.2 Lavender Street, Singapore 338823)
Fee: $80, inclusive of meals
About the retreat: The retreat would be conducted based on Zen meditation method.Tickets for the workshop and 3-day Zen retreat are available at Pao Kwan Foh Tang.
Alternatively, you can contact Ms Yang Xiu Qin (HP 96467366) and Ms Wang Rui Ping (HP 94891636) for the tickets.
Sponsorship for tickets for workshop and 3-day Zen retreat are also available.
Welcome all of you to come for the Dharma talks to learn the Zen method of dealing with stress in daily life!
NUSBS Dharma Talk
How to balance studies and personal life positively
Speaker: Venerable Ajahn Brahmavamso Mahathera Venue: Shaw Foundation Alumni House Auditorium (Level 2) (Near NUS business school) Time: 3:00-5:00pm (2:15p.m. register, 2:45 to be seated) Date: 18 November 2010 (Thursday of Reading Week) Fee: Free Dress Code: Smart Casual
Inquires: Damon Xu at adhoccommittee@nusbs.org.sg Refreshments provided after talk.Do acknowledge your attendance here
Please note that this is a secular talk and it is for students of all religious background.
Speaker Profile:
Ajahn Brahmavamso Mahathera (known to most as Ajahn Brahm) was born Peter Betts in London, United Kingdom in August 7, 1951. He came from a working-class background, and won a scholarship to study Theoretical Physics at Cambridge University in the late 1960s. After graduating from Cambridge he taught in a high school for one year before travelling to Thailand to become a Buddhist monk.
In October 2004, Ajahn Brahm was awarded the John Curtin Medal for his vision, leadership and service to the Australian community by Curtin University. Ajahn Brahm has also written two books including Opening the Door of Your Heart (fromerly published as 'Who Ordered This Truckload of Dung?') and Mindfulness, Bliss and Beyond: A Meditator's Handbook. Currently Ajahn Brahm is the Abbot of Bodhinyana Monastery, in Serpentine, Western Australia.
We look forward to see you there! Thank you.
Brought to you by the NUS Buddhist Society.
Poh Ming Tse Dharma Talk and Youth Dialogue
Venerable Heng Sure will be in Singapore from 19-21 November to give a series of Dharma Lectures (see attached for details). Despite his teaching schedule, Venerable has expressed his interest to meet the Buddhist Youth while he is here. Poh Ming Tse is honoured to be part of this meritorious sharing session. Please refer to attached for more details about Venerable Heng Sure.
We would like to invite you to join us for Youth Dialogue with Venerable Heng Sure at PMT on 20 November, Saturday, 1.00pm to 2.30pm.
Kindly RSVP the details of attendees from your society/Youth group (Full name, email, contact number, Buddhist society/organisation) to huiyi@pmt.org.sg by Friday, 12 November 2010.
KMSPKS: Calling for Volunteers
Alms Offering to the Sangha
2 Jan 2011, Sunday, 8.30am – 10.00am
Dear All,
On 2 Jan 2011, Kong Meng San Phor Kark See is organizing the Alms Offering Ceremony, it is also known as offering of food and basic necessities to members of the Sangha. Alms offering is one of the oldest and most common rituals of Buddhism that reminds us not to be greedy or selfish.
We need volunteers to help us on this meritorious day of Alms Offering.
Kindly revert to us by 6 December 2010, Monday.Please fill in the form, and send to ashton.tan@kmspks.org
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Man Fut Tong Nursing Home
Man Fut Tong Nursing Home is now in the midst of preparation for the grand opening of their temple next year Jan 15, 2011. In conjunction, the date falls on the same day as their late founder, Ven. Ho Yuen Hoe’s 5th years death anniversary. They are looking for passionate and committed Buddhist youths to join in the event planning. The planning will commence in Nov 2010. If you are interested to contribute, kindly contact Sis. Stephanie @ sw@mft.org.sg
Buddha Dharma Mandala Society
Weekly Evening Meditation Session
Date: Tuesdays
Time: 7.15 pmVenue: Buddha Dhamma Mandala Society
Join us on Tuesday evenings for an hour long session of meditation. Join us when you can, to relax both your body, and your mind.
If you have never meditated before or want advice on meditation, Venerable Dhammika will be available to guide you along and answer your queries.