Sunday 8 January 2012-Dhamma Talk by Ajahn Cagino, 8pm

Friends of the Dhamma,
May the coming New Year 2012 brings us happiness, harmony and peace throughout.

The Highest Achievement
Health is the highest gain
Contentment is the greatest wealth
Trustfulness is the best relative
Nirvanna is the greatest happiness


-Buddha-


We are happy to have another dhamma talk tittle 'OUR LIFE' by Ajahn Cagino, Sunday, 8  January 2012. Please come 15 mins before the 8pm dhamma talk. Light snack and Dessert will be served before and after talk.

-Buddha-

Dhamma Talk by Ajahn Chah's Disciples, 19, 20 & 22 Dec 11 at Ti-Ratana Penchala Community Centre

FAQ & MAP -Ajahn Chah Remembrance Day (ACRD) - 17 & 18 Dec 2011

Dear friends of the Dhamma,

Here are the Frequently Ask Questions and Map for the forthcoming event of AJAHN CHAH REMEMBRANCE DAY (ACRD) 17 AND 18 DEC 2011


FAQ

Ajahn Chah Remembrance Day (ACRD) - 17 & 18 Dec 2011

o   General information

o   Getting there

o   Attire

o   Dana

o   Food Offering

o   Supporting the Event

A. GENERAL INFORMATION

1.         What is Ajahn Chah Remembrance Day?

It is a day to commemorate and remember the dhamma teachings of the late Venerable Ajahn Chah who passed away on 16 Jan 1992. It is also a day of gratitude, from student to teacher, as well as a day of reflection and dhamma practice.

2.         Where is it held? SJK ( C )Yuk Chai, Jalan SS24/1, Taman Megah, 47301 Petaling Jaya.

3.         What time will the event start and end?

The event starts at 8.30am and ends around 9.00pm on the first day. On the 2nd day, it starts at 8.30 am and ends at 5.00 pm

4.         What is the programme for the day?

There will be alms round, dhamma talks, meditation. Parittas Chanting etc.

5.         Who are the speakers

Many of the Western disciples of Ajahn Chah namely Tan Ajahn Sucitto (UK), Tan Ajahn Viradhammo (Canada), Tan Ajahn Nyanadhammo,(Thailand) Tan Ajahn Kalyano,(Australia) Tan Ajahn Chandako (New Zealand) & Tan Ajahn Siripunnyo (Thailand).

6.         Will there be a Puja and Guided Meditation session?

Yes. There will be an evening Puja followed by Guided Meditation from 5.00pm ␣ 6.15 pm.

7.      How can I participate?

1.      a)      You can attend any or all the sessions throughout the day. We encourage           youto attend all.

         b)      Help promote this event to your family, colleagues and friends.

         c)      Make a donation to reprint free dhamma publications written by Ajahn  Chah and his disciples to share with others or make offerings to support the communities of the Monasteries of the speakers.

         d)      Bring an offering of food (vegetarian and/or non-vegetarian) 7.30am ␣

                   8.30 am to the venue to be offered to the Sangha.

         e)      Participate in the Pindapata/alms round by being at the venue by 8.30

                   am.

2.      Will there be food served on that day?

A light meal will be served to the public at 10.30 am and some light refreshment in the evening of 17 December 2011. Water will be available throughout the day.

3.      Will there be dhamma books by Ajahn Chah and his disciples for free distribution?

Yes. There will be a free distribution counter. We encourage you to bring your own recyclable bag and to only take a set per household.

4.      Where can I direct my enquiries?

You can call the supporting organization nearest to you.

B. GETTING THERE

1.      How do I get there?

By driving or taking public transportation such as Putra LRT to Kelana Station.

2.      Where can I park my car?

Limited parking is available at the event venue. To maintain the goodwill of the residents, do park mindfully. If possible, please car pool or take public transport

C. ATTIRE

1.      What should I wear?

Dress modestly. Comfortable attire with long pants will be adequate. Kindly refrain from wearing singlet, shorts or low cut and/or spaghetti-strapped tops.

D. DANA - FOOD OFFERING 1.       What is Dana?

Dana is a Pali word that can be translated as giving, generosity, charity and liberality. Dana can be performed in various ways e.g. offering of food, making donations - monetary or non monetary, volunteering time/ effort, lending help to a person in need and many others.

2.      Why Dana?

s teaching namely Giving (Dana), Morality (Sila), Meditation or Mental cultivation (Bhavana). Dana is the first step towards eliminating the defilements of greed, hatred and delusion (lobha, dosa, moha). For every act of giving is an act of non-greed, non-hatred, non-delusion. When you give, loving kindness (metta) and compassion (karuna) arise within your heart. So at that time, greed, hatred or ill will and delusion would be absent.

3.      What is the best Dana?

Give from the heart. It is the intention of giving that is of foremost importance.

4.      Why do we offer Food Dana to the monks?

We offer food in support of the monks, so they may continue in their spiritual practice and in turn guide us (the laity) in the Dhamma (teachings of the Buddha).

5.      How does the Sangha gather food?

Usually the Forest Tradition Sangha will go for alms round with their alms bowl within the vicinity of their monastery or place of dwelling in the early morning. The food is offered by villagers, laity and supporters. Upon return from their alms round, they will partake in the food gathered before noon. For this event, we encourage the public to make a food offering to the Sangha.

6.      What time does the Sangha at Ajahn Chah Remembrance Day event take their meal?

After pindapata at 9.00am

7. Can I bring food to offer to the Sangha on that day?

Yes and please bring between 7.30 to 8.30 am.

8. What type of food must I bring?

You can bring vegetarian or non-vegetarian dishes, cut fruits or desserts. You can call Sis Theresa Toh: 013-3366278 or Sis Emily Bong : 012-3399238 to let her know what you are bringing.

9. How much food must I bring?

Giving is from the heart so bring any amount that you are comfortable with.

10. Where shall I bring my food offering on the event day?

Please bring your food to the Food Receiving Counter before 8.30 am. Our volunteers will be on hand to receive your food.

11. How should I pack and label the food?

You can pack the food in any recyclable containers or any of your own. Please LABEL your food container with your NAME so you can collect it back after the Meal Offering from the designated counters.

E.      SUPPORTING THE EVENT / MAKING A DONATION

1. How do I support the event?

In line with the Vinaya (Monastic Code of Conduct) as laid down by the Lord Buddha, the forest monks do not accept, hold or keep money. You can drop your donation into the Donation Boxes provided or at the respective counters or you can write a cheque payable to Bandar Utama Buddhist Society and please write ACRD Dec 2011 on the reverse of the cheque. All donations will be to support the Community of the Monasteries of the speakers or for any other purposes the Venerable Ajahns deem fit and proper

2. Are you printing any books for the event and how can I contribute to the printing

Yes, we are. You can donate to the cost of publication by cash or write a cheque to Sukhi Hotu Sdn Bhd. Tel: 03- 78426828

3. Is there a minimum amount to give?

No. Any amount is welcomed.       

  

                                  Map to SJK(C) YUK CHAI

LET US ALL COME TOGETHER IN SUPPORT OF THE BUDDHASASSANA
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU THERE.

With Metta

Ti-Ratana Penchala Community Centre
21, Jalan Penchala
46000 Petaling Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Tel : +603-7784 9002
Fax : +603 -7784 8002
E-Mail : trccpenchala@gmail.com
Web : http://www.ti-ratana-penchala.com.my
http://mahasadhu.blogspot.com/
http://trccpenchala.blogspot.com/

UPDATE 1 - Ajahn Chah Remembrance Day (20th Anniversary)- 17 & 18 Dec 2011

Dear Brothers & Sisters

Sukhihotu.

We would like to invite you to this auspicious event. See below poster for details and some programmes are subject to change. We would like to highlight certain programmes for your attention and we are also looking for kapiyas & volunteers during the event.

There will be approximately 40 sangha members (Thai forest tradition monks)

Dec 17 & 18 , 2011
Pindapatta - 9am
Venue - in the school compound.

Remarks
Only offer cooked rice.
We expected there will be more than hundreds of devotees who will be attending the pindapatta . We are looking for volunteers who can cook a pot of rice from their home and bring over to the school by 7.30am for the 2 days, please let us know. Kindly email us your name & contact number by 30 Nov 2011

WE NEED YOU VOLUNTEERS

- Volunteers needed for 2 days to distribute water  (morning shift & afternoon shift). Comes in water dispenser.Just replenish when is finish. Just make sure people don't throw the cups everywhere.

- Hall set up & decor


WE NEED 5 KAPIYAS (MALE ONLY)

- To assist the monks during pindapata & dana
- must be at the venue by 7am cos there will be briefing and each kapiya will be assigned to a monk.
- all kapiyas must wear white top & black pants. However, 8 preceptors are welcome to wear all white

Please email Bro Tan Buck Soon your name & contact number -  jpteguh@gmail.com


DANA

Devotees are welcome  to bring food (vegetarian or non vegetarian, fruits, desserts, appertiser etc) for dana between 7.30 - 8.30am and pass it to  Food Receiving counter. Please label your container with your name and contact number. And you may collect it after the meal offering from the designated counters. Any uncollected containers can be claimed from Uttama Bodhi Vihara, Bandar Utama within a 7 days.Any unclaimed containers will be donated or send for recycling.

Alternatively, you may use a disposable container like disposable aluminium foil trays (suggestions only)

Please contact Sis Theresa Toh - 013- 3366278 / Sis Lily Bong 012-3399238 to let them know what you are bringing


Note
- Remember 3R - Reuse, Recycle & Reduce
- Devotees are encourage to bring recycle bag (WE SUPPORT NO PLASTIC BAGS) if you wish to collect free dhamma books. Donations are welcome for reprinting of books.
- Plates will be distributed during pindapata to put the rice for you to offer to the sanghas. It must be returned to the volunteers so that you can reuse them later for your meal. You are also encourage/welcome to bring your own containers to put rice
- Devotees are also most welcome to bring your own containers for food or even for your drinks.

 

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With Metta
Ti-Ratana Penchala Community Centre
21, Jalan Penchala
46000 Petaling Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Tel : +603-7784 9002
Fax : +603 -7784 8002
E-Mail : trccpenchala@gmail.com
Web : http://www.ti-ratana-penchala.com.my
http://mahasadhu.blogspot.com/
http://trccpenchala.blogspot.com/

 

Ajahn Chah Remembrance Day (ACRD) – 17 & 18 December 2011 (FOR NON MUSLIM ONLY)

Dear Brothers and Sisters

Sukhihotu.

 

The Ajahn Chah Remembrance Day (ACRD)  is a special day devoted to one of the great contemporary Buddhist monks in Thailand, Venerable Ajahn Chah also known as Ajahn Chah Subhaddo. He established the first monastery in Thailand to be run by and for English-speaking monks, Wat Pah Nanachat ('International Forest Monastery') which Venerable Sumedho assisted in the setting up as the first abbot.  Venerable Ajahn Chah is especially revered for his contribution and dedication to the establishment of the practice of the Thai Forest Tradition in Buddhism outside of Thailand.

This year’s event, which is the third one to be held in Malaysia, is especially significant as it marks the 20^th anniversary of this great monk’s passing.  The two-day event on the 17^th & 18th of December 2011 , will be held at the SJK (C) Yuk Chai (Taman Megah) school hall.  Monks from the UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Thailand and Malaysia  will be attending this event.

“ When Ajahn Chah sent me to England to establish the first branch monastery there, I had a lot of anxiety. I told him about my doubts of surviving in England as an alms mendicant.

Ajahn Chah said, “You mean there are no kind people in England?”  I replied, “I am sure there are.” Then he said, “Go! Go there!”

He didn’t say “Buddhist”. He said “kind people”. And that struck me. I have a much more cynical attitude about the nature of humanity. My attitude is that we are basically selfish. Ajahn Chah’s attitude is that we are basically good. That felt to me like a better way of viewing humanity.

Now, when I reflect on my 33 years of living in England-- teaching meditation, establishing monasteries, ordaining and training monks and nuns there--and how much support we have received over the years, out of the good heartedness and generosity of people there, I feel a very deep sense of gratitude.”

~ Venerable Ajahn Sumedho, at the Ajahn Chah Rememberance Day, January 2010, Kuala Lumpur

Born on 17 June 1918 near Ubon Ratchathani, northeast Thailand, Ajahn Chah was instrumental in establishing the Thai Forest tradition in Buddhism in the West and was an influential teacher of the Buddhadharma.

He became a wandering ascetic after the death of his father, walking across Thailand while taking teachings at various monasteries. By also spending time in jungles infested with tigers and cobras, caves and cremation grounds, he developed a unique style of meditation by reflecting on death to comprehend the true meaning of life.

The Thai Forest tradition is one branch of the Theravada Buddhist tradition. Commonly practiced in Thailand, Burma and Sri Lanka, one of the distinguishing characteristics of the Theravada Buddhist tradition is its strict adherence to the original teachings and rule of monastic discipline laid down by the Buddha

The Forest tradition emphasizes very strongly on meditative practice and the realization of enlightenment as the focus of monastic life. A day in the life of a Forest monk involves constant practice of the Buddha’s path of contemplative insight, which includes living a life of discipline, renunciation and meditation. It is through this process that the Forest monks can understand the inner truth and peace as taught by the Buddha. The extensive 227 rules of conduct, or precepts, must be strictly adhered to, such as consuming food between dawn and noon; not handling money; practice of celibacy.  The Forest monks commonly engage in the practice of “thudong” which is wandering on foot in search of solitary places, sleeping wherever is available and eating only whatever is offered by laypeople along the way.

Laypeople wonder why Forest monks undergo such a strict and disciplined regime that entails living a life of absolute austerity. The Buddha believed that living in this manner allows Forest monks to simplify and refine the mind. Refinement allows them to explore and understand the fundamental causes of suffering within the human psyche and ultimately cultivate a path that leads toward freedom from suffering and supreme happiness.

The Ajahn Chah Remembrance Day seeks to provide the public with guidance by the visiting Monks on how this can possibly be achieved through the teachings of the Buddha and Ajahn Chah.  It is especially relevant since we live in a day in age where our lives are full of stress, pressure and fear of uncertainties.

Ajahn Chah once said:

“ The purpose of the practice, then, is to seek inwardly, searching and investigating until you reach the original mind. The original mind is also known as the pure mind.”

 ~  “The Path to Peace” by Ajahn Chah

Keep the  above dates free and  watch out for more details in our next email.

We look forward to your support and participation. Please bring your family and friends.

May the Blessings of the Triple Gem be with you and your family always.

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With Metta
Ti-Ratana Penchala Community Centre
21, Jalan Penchala
46000 Petaling Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Tel : +603-7784 9002
Fax : +603 -7784 8002
E-Mail : trccpenchala@gmail.com
Web : http://www.ti-ratana-penchala.com.my
http://mahasadhu.blogspot.com/
http://trccpenchala.blogspot.com/

Investigate First or Just Believe - Sutta Selections' - Dhamma Talk by Bro Ananda Fong 11 Dec 2011

Dear Brothers & Sisters

Sukhihotu. We invite you to the following talk by Bro Ananda Fong. Details as follows:-

TOPIC            :          'Investigate First or Just Believe - Sutta Selections'

SPEAKER        :          BRO. ANANDA FONG

VENUE           :           TI-RATANA PENCHALA COMMUNITY CENTER

DATE              :           SUNDAY 11TH DEC 2011

TIME               :           7:30PM

(For Non-Muslim Only)

SPEAKER PROFILE

Bro. Ananda Fong comes from Kuala Lumpur, and is a graduate from the UK. He was a student, facilitator and former Deputy Principal of the Buddhist Institute Sunday Dhamma School (BISDS) at the Buddhist Maha Vihara (BMV), Brickfields, KL. He was also a facilitator and former Principal of Bandar Utama Buddhist Society (BUBS) Sunday Dhamma School, and its President.

During his service in BISDS and BUBS, he was the co-organizer and facilitator of Dhamma School Teachers Training Programs. He has been a facilitator in Dhamma Speakers Training Programs, and Tutor in Certificate (Nalanda Institute) / Diploma in Buddhism (BAPU at BMV) programs.

He gives Dhamma sharings regularly at Buddhist Societies in the Klang Valley.

All are welcome.
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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With Metta
Ti-Ratana Penchala Community Centre
21, Jalan Penchala
46000 Petaling Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Tel : +603-7784 9002
Fax : +603 -7784 8002
E-Mail : trccpenchala@gmail.com
Web : http://www.ti-ratana-penchala.com.my
http://mahasadhu.blogspot.com/
http://trccpenchala.blogspot.com/

The Purpose of Life - Dhamma Talk by Sister Christine Tan 9 Dec 2011

Dear Brothers & Sisters

Sukhihotu.

We cordially invite you to Sis Christine Tan's dhamma talk as follows:-

TOPIC

"The Purpose of Life."
The balance between worldly and spiritual lives for peace and harmony.


SPEAKER        :        Sis Christine Tan

VENUE            :        TI-RATANA PENCHALA COMMUNITY CENTER

DATE                 :      Friday 9th December 2011

TIME               :         7:30PM


*SPEAKER PROFILE*


Sis Christine born as a Buddhist but did not come into contact with the Dhamma until in the early 1990s. She attended many dhammas classes conducted by different teachers and in 1996 took up the study of  Abhidhamma, the higher teachings of the Buddha. She studied Abhidhamma under various teachers.  She was formerly a BISDS teacher in Bricksfield Vihara.  Currently she is sharing the Dhammas / Abhidhamma to adults on Sunday in Bricksfield Vihara.

*PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER*

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With Metta
Ti-Ratana Penchala Community Centre
21, Jalan Penchala
46000 Petaling Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Tel : +603-7784 9002
Fax : +603 -7784 8002
E-Mail : trccpenchala@gmail.com
Web : http://www.t! i-ratana-penchala.com.my
http://mahasadhu.blogspot.com/
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The Perversion of perception - Dhamma Talk by Hassapanna Bhikkhuni 6 Dec 2011

24hr Metta - illuminate the world with metta on 31st Dec 2011

Dear Sisters & Brothers,

Sukhihothu.

To usher in the new year of 2012 with loving-kindness,We will be participating in a 24hr Metta Chanting http://24hrmetta.alokafoundation.org/ organised by Aloka Foundation on 31st Dec 2011 @ SJK (C) Sungai Way

We hope more members could join us in this meaningful & meritorious event.  Together we chant and radiate metta for world peace, stability and harmony. It is a 24 hour non-stop relay chanting of Karaniya Metta Sutta for the wellbeing and happiness of the many. We have been given a time slot from 7pm - 8pm.

For those of you who are interested, please email us your name & contact number.We also invite you to join us on every Thursday @ 7.30pm for practise session with Bhante Visuddhi who will guide and lead us starting 23 Nov 2011

Feel free to also practise pali chanting at home and we look forward to your participation.Here's a recorded chanting by Bhante Visuddhi http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cT9Q8JDyc8

May the triple gem bless you and your family.

Dhamma Talk by Bro Jeff Oliver on 20 Nov 2011

Dear Brothers & Sisters

Sukhihotu.

An opportunity not to be missed.We cordially invite you to Bro Jeff Oliver's dhamma talk as follows:-

TOPIC                     

"Change your mind, change your life" 
Create the life you want, find balance and harmony, live in peace no matter where you go or what you do, its all about attitude.

SPEAKER        :         Bro Jeff Oliver

VENUE            :         TI-RATANA PENCHALA COMMUNITY CENTER

DATE                 :           SUNDAY 20^TH NOVEMBER 2011 

TIME               :          7:30PM

SPEAKER PROFILE

Jeff Oliver is a dynamic and creative meditation teacher from Australia. He has been practicing vipassana (Awareness and Wisdom) meditation for about 19 years, eight of which he was ordained as a Buddhist Monk in the Burmese tradition. Jeff has shared practical life skills and ‘mind management’ in many areas of the world including Africa, Asia, Australia and Europe including Turkey.

Jeff's teachings are based on both ancient and modern ways of mind training especially, such as appreciation, forgiveness, "metta" unconditional love, concentration, awareness and wisdom. Basically, Jeff is offering us a ‘toolbox’ of techniques to be used both in formal, intensive meditation and in any situation during our busy and complicated daily life. His style is open, approachable, friendly and gentle yet very effective for the modern seeker of truth.

(FOR NON MUSLIM ONLY)

PLEASE CLICK LINK TO REGISTER ---->
 
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/viewform?formkey=dExjeThlM25QbXFEcDNLeEZDa0RVeWc6MQ

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With Metta
Ti-Ratana Penchala Community Centre
21, Jalan Penchala
46000 Petaling Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Tel : +603-7784 9002
Fax : +603 -7784 8002
E-Mail : trccpenchala@gmail.com
Web : http://www.ti-ratana-penchala.com.my
http://mahasadhu.blogspot.com/
http://trccpenchala.blogspot.com/

Human Potential Development Series - SELF-HYPNOSIS AND MEDITATION 19 Nov 2011 (For non muslim only)

Dear Brothers & Sisters

Sukhihotu. We invite you to the following talk by Bro Billy. Details as follows:-

TOPIC             :           SELF-HYPNOSIS AND MEDITATION

SPEAKER        :           BRO. BILLY TAN

VENUE           :           TI-RATANA PENCHALA COMMUNITY CENTER

DATE              :           SATURDAY 19^TH NOVEMBER 2011  (***)

TIME               :           7:30PM – 9:00PM

* * * IMPORTANT: PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF DATE FOR THOSE WHOM WE HAVE INFORMED EARLIER.

OBJECTIVE

To demystify the practice and application of Hypnosis as a therapeutic tool for relaxing the Mind and Body, and to help us understand how Hypnotherapy differs from Meditation.

SYNOPSIS

Countless books have been written about Hypnosis, with some glorifying Hypnotherapy as superior to many forms of contemplative practices such as Yoga and Meditation.

In this talk, the speaker takes a scientific approach in explaining the differences between Hypnosis and Meditation.

As a self-help tool, self-hypnosis is not without its merits – in applying self-hypnosis one can relax the mind and the body quickly, and it takes much less effort and time to learn and master self-hypnosis as compared with Meditation. However, it is important to note that Hypnosis or Hypnotherapy do not promote tranquility of mind nor result in purification of the mind as is the case of Meditation.

The speaker cautions that over-reliance on, or unguided learning of self-hypnosis may pose as a severe obstacle for the practitioner in the effective learning and proper application of Meditation.

(For Non-Muslim Only)

 

SPEAKER PROFILE

Bro. Billy Tan is an independent Professional Trainer and Business Development Consultant with 32 years experience engaged in business projects in more than 20 countries worldwide for various multi-national corporations.

Bro. Billy has been training senior management and business professionals in Corporate circles for over 25 years and is a Certified Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt practitioner, as well as being certified by the International Association of Counselors and Therapists (IACT USA) in Clinical Hypnotherapy.

In recent years Bro. Billy has conducted several professional training programs for resident and visiting Monks at the Buddhist Maha Vihara (Brickfields) in the areas of Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Professional Presentation, Public Relations, Community Services, Leadership and Management.

Currently, Bro. Billy offers talks, seminars, workshops and professional training programs to Buddhist community centers and charity organizations.

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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With Metta
Ti-Ratana Penchala Community Centre
21, Jalan Penchala
46000 Petaling Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Tel : +603-7784 9002
Fax : +603 -7784 8002
E-Mail : trccpenchala@gmail.com
Web : http://www.ti-ratana-penchala.com.my
http://mahasadhu.blogspot.com/
http://trccpenchala.blogspot.com/

(AMENDMENT) Human Potential Development Talks - THE BRAIN AND OUR EMOTIONS (Oct 2011) (FOR NON MUSLIM ONLY)

Dear Brothers & Sisters

Sukhihotu. Please be informed that Bro Billy's talk has some dates change as follows:-

TITLE              :           THE BRAIN AND OUR EMOTIONS

SPEAKER       :           BRO. BILLY TAN

FORMAT         :           3-PART TALK SERIES

DATES            :          1^st, 15^th & 29thOCTOBER 2011 (PLS TAKE NOTE OF THE DATES)

TIME               :           7:30PM – 9:00PM

VENUE           :           TI-RATANA COMMUNITY CENTER PENCHALA

This 3-part series helps us understand how our brain has evolved over millions of years, and what it is about our brain that makes us more intelligent than other species, and yet naturally highly emotional and self-centered. We will gain an insight into our natural instincts, and how we can train our brain and tap into is resources and unlimited capacity to experience greater happiness and peace of mind from a Buddhist perspective.

“Our Evolving Brain” on 1^st October explores the evolutionary history of the human brain, and what makes us different from all other animal species.

“Our Emotional Brain” on 15th Octoberdiscusses how the structure and function of brain circuitry makes us naturally more emotional and self-centered, and what happens when we become emotional.

“Emotional Intelligence from the Buddhist Perspective” on 29^th Octoberdiscusses how we can apply our intellect to manage our natural instincts and how we can become more resourceful with human nature and our relationships with people, to experience happiness and peace of mind.

The above will be include videoclips of recent research findings from the fields of Psychology and Neuroscience.

SPEAKER PROFILE

Bro. Billy Tan is an independent Professional Trainer and Business Development Consultant with 32 years experience engaged in business projects in more than 20 countries worldwide for various multi-national corporations.

Bro. Billy has been training senior management and business professionals in the corporate circle for over 25 years and is a Certified Master Practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and a Certified Six Sigma Black Belt practitioner, as well as being certified by the International Association of Counselors and Therapists (IACT USA) in Clinical Hypnotherapy.

In recent years Bro. Billy has conducted several professional training programs for staff and volunteers at Buddhist Maha Vihara in Brickfields as well as intensive training programs for several resident and visiting Monks at Buddhist Maha Vihara in the areas of Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Professional Presentation, Community Services, Leadership and Management.

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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With Metta
Ti-Ratana Penchala Community Centre
21, Jalan Penchala
46000 Petaling Jaya
Selangor
Malaysia
Tel : +603-7784 9002
Fax : +603 -7784 8002
E-Mail : trccpenchala@gmail.com
Web : http://www.ti-ratana-penchala.com.my
http://mahasadhu.blog! spot.com/
http://trccpenchala.blogspot.com/

Ti-Ratana Penchala KATHINA in Khorat Thailand 21 - 23 Oct 2011 (itinerary)

ITINERARY

FRI OCT 21 Bangkok - Chachoengsao - Wang Nam Keow                (Lunch)

Depart on Air Asia FD3572 10.40am flight from KL-LCCT airport, arriving 11.40am at Bangkok Airport. Pick-up by tour guide and transfer to Chachoengsao town for lunch at a local Thai restaurant. Then visit100 year old Ban Mai Market, a traditional riverside market of preserved old wooden shop houses, located beside the Bang Pakong River. Then at 3.30pm, go for the 30 minutes Bang Pakong river cruise with views of Chachoengsao town. End your cruise at Wat Sothon, the splendid marble temple that houses the Luang Pho Sothon Buddha statue, one of Thailand’s holiest Buddha images. Legend has it that this Buddha statue was floating down the Bang Pakong River unretrieved until it reached Chachoengsao town. The locals managed to pluck it from the river after building a small shrine and conducting prayers.

Transfer to Wang Nam Keow district of Khorat province, a popular rural resort getaway spot for Bangkokians escaping the heat & stress of the city. Check in your resort. You can have your dinner at the resort’s restaurant (dinner will be on your own account).

SAT OCT 22 Wang Nam Keow - Pak Chong - Wang Nam Keow                (Breakfast)

Morning, transfer (with packed breakfast provided) to Wat Khao Yai Charoendham monastery in Pak Chong district to help out with the pre-Kathina Ceremony preparations. Later in the morning, participate in the Kathina Ceremony by offering robes and other requisites to the monks of the monastery. After the Kathina Ceremony, transfer to Farm Chokchai, a working state of the art dairy farm and popular tourist attraction of Khorat province. Return to your resort to overnight.

OPTIONAL: If you wish, you may join the group to Wat Ratanawan for an evening Dhamma talk. The group will depart the resort at around 6pm. The Dhamma talk is scheduled at around 7pm and snack food will be provided for those attending.

SUN OCT 23 Wang Nam Keow - Bangkok Airport (those flying home) - Bangkok (those extending)                                                                (Breakfast)

Morning, transfer (with packed breakfast provided) to Wat Ratanawan monastery in Wang Nam Keow district to help out with the pre-Kathina Ceremony preparations. Later in the morning, participate in the Kathina Ceremony by offering robes and other requisites to the monks of the monastery. After the Kathina Ceremony, transfer to Bangkok airport for FD 3575 6.30pm departure to KL, arriving at KL-LCCT airport at 9.40pm. For those extending stay on your own in Bangkok, you will be transferred to your hotel in Bangkok for check-in.

RATES: RM 559 per person, twin sharing, for group size of 20 persons, in 2 tour vans

1.     Ground Tour                                RM 535

2.     Tipping                                        RM   24

TOTAL =         RM 559

Single supplement: RM 240

For EXTENSION in Bangkok, we recommend All Seasons Bangkok Siam Hotel, walking distance to Pratunam shopping area, BTS skytrain & Airport Rail Link stations.

Standard Room: RM180 /room/night inclusive breakfast

Superior Room: RM210 /room/night inclusive breakfast

Rates & Itinerary subject to changes in FOREX rates, Air Asia air ticket price, unforeseen surcharges, weather, etc.

INCLUSIVE:

1.     Airport transfers and tour excursion on PRIVATE basis using Toyota D4D 13 seater tour van, for the period Oct 21 to 23, 2011

2.     2 nights with breakfast at Villa Khao Phaengma Resort (3 star) or similar resort type

3.     Lunch in Chachoengsao town on Day 1 (Oct 21)

4.     English speaking tour guide and entrance fees for attractions as per itinerary including Bang Pakong River cruise ticket (cruise departs at 3.30pm and is jointly together with other tourists).

5.     Guide & Driver Tipping

EXCLUDING:

a) KL-Bangkok return Air Asia air tickets, airport taxes & fuel surcharges

b) Travel insurance: can be arranged separately (RM 32 /pax for up to 5 days coverage)

c) All lunch and dinner (except lunch provided on Oct 21)

d) Personal expenses like optional activities not included in itinerary, drinks during meals, laundry charges, etc.

SIGNING UP:

To sign up, kindly contact Bro. David via:

·         email david@elsoltravel.com 

·         h/p: 016-210 6951

·         tel. 603-79844560 (Mon–Fri, 10am-5pm, EL SOL Travel & Tours Sdn Bhd)

DEADLINE: sign up by SEPT 15 with a non-refundable deposit of RM 280 /person

Note, if you wish, we will assist with booking return KL-Bangkok airtickets for you. However, full payment for the air tickets must be immediate upon booking as Air Asia and MAS will bill immediately for the air tickets. Payments for air tickets are non-refundable and changes to air tickets are subject to terms & conditions set by the respective airlines.

Information required are: NAME, PASSPORT No., PASSPORT Expiry Date, Date of Birth, Handphone No. (preferably with roaming function) and Home Address.

Flights to be used are:

OPTION 1:     OCT 21 Air Asia         FD 3572         KUL 10.40         BKK 11.40

                               OCT 23 Air Asia         FD 3575         BKK 18.30         KUL 21.40

OPTION 2:            OCT 21 MAS                 MH 784        KUL 09.10        BKK 10.15

                       OCT 23 MAS                 MH 781        BKK 19.40         KUL 22.50

NOTE: On Oct 21, Option 2 travellers must wait for Option 1 travellers to arrive before tour transfer begins. On Oct 23, Option 1 and Option 2 travellers will transfer together to the airport.

Upon signing up, you will be forwarded a check-list of suggested items to pack, suggested requisites to be offered to the monks and further details regarding the 2 Kathina ceremonies.