Referral Procedure Workshop on 27 July 2019
Referral Procedure Workshop was conducted on 27 July 2019 by our registered counselor, Sis Siew Yin Heng. This was the 4th workshop in the 2019 series of our Continuous Professional Development (CPD) training for Para-Counselors (PCs).
Sutta Workshop on Wise Reflection by Bro Benny Liow
It is not often that a jet-setting vice-president of a global conglomerate descends on BGF to spend the day with its “worldlings” (“uninstructed” or otherwise). When he does, the occasion calls for much bustle for this worldling who would clear her topsy-turvy retiree-calendar to attend the workshop as well as scrounge for first right to report about it here.
Outreach Newsletter for September to October 2019
Read or download the latest copy of our BGF outreach newsletter here.
July 2019 ‘Balik Kampung’ to Raub and Bentong, Pahang
‘Balik kampung’ to Raub has always been a private and personal trip for me. However, the memorable ‘balik kampung’ of Saturday, July 27, 2019 with 30 kalyana mitra led by Sis. Dolly Teoh, was a fun experience of food and Dana. Sis. Dolly, who was also the time keeper, made sure we boarded the bus safely at each stop we made.
2562 B.E./2019 A.D. – IBYE in Thailand
by Madeline Yee Throughout the 5-day camp from July 14 to July 18, there were many sessions conducted by prominent figures. Most of them were very inspiring and eye opening. Some even pushed me out of my own comfort zone. Below are a few sessions that have made a...
Outreach – BGFCU Listening Booth on Wesak Day
On 19 May, Wesak Day 2019, BGFCU set up a Listening Booth corner on the 2nd Floor of the BGF Centre, offering devotees a relaxed yet private environment for a chat over a cup of tea. The Booth was open from 10 am to 4 pm, and received a steady stream of visitors who stayed for a chat with our helpline para-counselors.
Ajahn Brahm Morning Talk @ Chin Swee Temple on 27 December 2018 – Transcript
The transcript has been lightly edited for clarity. Many thanks to a anonymous volunteer (who shall remain unnamed) for this transcript. Sometimes you visualize a glass of water… see First this morning’s talk – Samatha and Vipassana. Don’t get too serious. My story...
Ajahn Brahm Morning Talk @ Chin Swee Temple on 26 December 2018 – Transcript
The transcript has been lightly edited for clarity. Many thanks to a anonymous volunteer (who shall remain unnamed) for this transcript. Please take your seats and before we do the guided meditation I want to say a little bit more detail about how you meditate, about...