Kinrara Metta Buddhist Society

12/03/2026

*KMBS is organising Qing Ming Pattidana on Sunday, 12 April 2026, led by Bhante Sunanda* to dedicate merits to our dearly departed ones and friends. This event is also for us to express our gratitude, cultivate spiritual virtues to honour the memory of the departed, and help them be relieved of suffering.

*Program:*
8.30am
Pindapata / Alms Round at Bandar Puchong Jaya Morning Market
9.30am
Lights Offering IMO departed ones @ KMBS
10.00am
Buddha Puja, Short Dhamma Talk Topic: Challenging of Kamma & Memorial Service for the Departed Relatives
11.20am
Offering of Lunch Dana, Dedication of Merits and Requisites to the Sangha
12.00pm
Lunch for Devotees

Devotees are invited to participate in this meritorious event by offering the lights and dedicating positive thoughts and merits to your dearly departed ones.

*For light offerings in memory of departed ones please fill up the Google Form:*
*https://bit.ly/KMBSQingMingPattidana2026*

*Closing date: 7 April 2026*

Light Offering is by donation to support Dhamma programs of KMBS.
Bank Account: Public Bank Acc. No. 3150527019 Kinrara Metta Buddhist Society

Please WhatsApp your bank-in slip to Bro Liu 017-300 0275 and state “QM2026/ name of donor”.

If you would like to offer Dana, please bring cooked Vegetarian food and fruits to KMBS before 10.30am

For further information, please contact:
Bro Jon 012 373 2699 - Program
Bro Liu 017-300 0275 - Donation
Sis Angeline 016 266 6675 - Dana

*Ven. Sunanda*
Ven. Sunanda ordained in 1982 in Sri Lanka and received his higher ordination in 1987. He graduated in Pāli and Sanskrit languages and obtained his BA and MA degrees from University of Kelaniya in Sri Lanka in 2014. He earned Royal Pandit Degree in Pāli, Sanskrit and Sinhalese Languages in 2015. He completed his Second master’s degree in Three Traditions in Buddhism Theravāda, Mahāyāna and Tantrayāna at International Buddhist College in Thailand. He has worked as a Government Teacher for Pāli and Sanskrit languages, Buddhism and Mass Communication in Sri Lanka more than 20 years. He graduated in 2017 as a Certified Professional Coach by following the ICF-ACTP Certified Professional Coach Program conducted by Co-operate Coach Academy in Malaysia and earned his 3rd master’s degree in applied psychology from HELP University in Malaysia.

Currently Ven. Sunanda resides at the Sri Lanka Buddhist Temple, Kuala Lumpur and has been researching for PhD in University Malaya.

08/03/2026

07/03/2026

This evening we were truly blessed. The thunder and dark clouds cleared, giving us beautiful weather to decorate the Bodhi Tree area and offer lights to the sacred Bodhi Tree, as well as to all the devas surrounding it.

Thank you to everyone for your participation, volunteering your time, and for your kind sponsorship in supporting this month’s Bodhi Puja, led by Bhante Gunaratana.

Deep gratitude and Sadhu to Bhante for leading the chanting with such a powerful and devotional voice, guiding us in this meaningful offering.

Sadhu! Sadhu! Sadhu! 🙏🏼

01/03/2026

*AI & RELATIONSHIPS*: A Community Symposium 🤖

Are we losing the "human" in human connection? 🤗 Join us for an afternoon of expert insights on navigating *intimacy, mental health, and parenting in an AI-driven world*.

🗓️ Date: Sunday, 29 March 2026
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
🏢 Venue: Kinrara Metta Buddhist Society, Puchong
✅ Admission: FREE (No registration required!)
🚫 Note: For Non-Muslims only.

Meet Our *Experts*: 🎤
👩‍💻 Sis. Aster Wei Su Hwa (AI Expert & Trainer)
👩‍⚕️ Dr. Tee Bee Chin (Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist)
👨‍⚕️ Dr. Phang Cheng Kar (Mindfulness-Based Psychiatrist)

🌟 Bonus Session:
Stay after the talks for the *KL Buddhist Mental Health Association's AGM* to connect with our community and hear about our latest initiatives! ☸️

Bring an open mind and join the discussion! 🙏

01/03/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who attended this morning’s KMBS Open House. Your presence, warm fellowship, and joyful spirit truly made the event meaningful and memorable.

We are deeply grateful to all the generous donors who sponsored the delicious lunch. Your kindness and support allowed everyone to enjoy not only good food but also the spirit of sharing.

Our sincere appreciation also goes to our hardworking and dedicated volunteers. Your time, effort, and selfless service behind the scenes ensured that everything ran smoothly. Without you, this event would not have been possible.

Special thanks to Muhibah Lion Dance Troupe for the wonderful and lively performance. Your vibrant lion dance added so much joy and festive energy to the celebration.

More photos of the event will be posted soon — stay tuned as we relive the beautiful moments together.

26/02/2026

Please join us for the March Bodhi Puja and Birthday Blessings on *7 March 2026* led by Bhante Gunaratana. Those born in March will receive small birthday gifts as a token of appreciation. Don't miss this opportunity to receive blessings from the members of the Sangha. We look forward to seeing you there!

We shall also share merits with our loved ones, especially those afflicted with illness. There will be the lighting of tea lights and chanting of Bojjhanga Suttas, followed by the dedication of merits. All are welcome to join us. Please come in white attire or a white top if possible.

*Please WhatsApp Sis Julie Tan 016-270 2120 your name, date of birth, other special blessings, your willingness to contribute services, or sponsor Puja Items (Flowers, Lights, Water etc) before 4 March 2026*

*One of the benefits of volunteering for our services is developing our personal and spiritual growth!*

26/02/2026

*Metta Day: A Celebration of Loving-Kindness*

Metta Day, also known as the Day of Loving-Kindness, is a meaningful occasion dedicated to the practice of Metta with our Kalyāṇamitta (spiritual friends) on the Full Moon Day. It is a time to deepen our Dhamma practice by cultivating goodwill, compassion, and a profound sense of interconnectedness. Together, we generate and share merits for the well-being of all beings.

*On this joyful and auspicious day of Chap Goh Mei, we warmly and wholeheartedly invite you to join us for a meaningful and uplifting chanting session. Let us gather with one heart to cultivate boundless loving-kindness, generate abundant merits, and radiate blessings to ourselves, our families, our nation, and the world.*

*When we practice together, our collective sincerity and positive energy become even more powerful. Come and be part of this special gathering — together, we can create a beautiful wave of peace, harmony, and compassion that extends to all beings.*

*🗓️ 3 March 2026*
*🕤 10:30am – 12:30pm*
*📍 KMBS*

The session will include: Sutta Chanting, Guided Meditation & Dhamma Discussion.

Let us gather in unity on the Full Moon Day to chant this profound sutta and reflect deeply on the Buddha’s timeless wisdom, which continues to guide us on the path of awakening.

Sukhi Hontu!

For more information, please contact:
Sis Julie Tan @ 016-270 2120

26/02/2026

*Dhamma Connect (DC)*

We are delighted to have Bhante Nyaninda to come and share his wisdom with us on walking the path to awakening.

Date: 8/3/2026
Time: 9.30am ~ 12.30pm
Topic: “The Path To Awakening”
Speaker: Bhante Nyaninda

Please join us for the Buddha Puja and offer lunch dana to members of the sangha after the Dhamma sharing.

For further details,
Bro Jon (012-373 2699) or Sis Suh Chuen (012-299 3089). 🙏🌈🌿🌀

26/02/2026

*3 Days Meditation Retreat*

We are honour to have Ajahn Kovido to conduct a meditation retreat at KMBS. This is a stay-in retreat.

For registration,
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/10bQcZFfAV3rRra4dA0aAFxdPPC-NXB2tEwhzfQugWqU/edit?usp=forms_home&ouid=112650217456694547327&ths=true

*Date: 20-22 March
Venue: KMBS
Meditation Teacher: Ajahn Kovido*

Check-in: 19th March @ 8.00pm
Check-out: 22nd March @ 5.00pm

For further details,
Bro Jon (012-373 2699) or Sis Suh Chuen (012-299 3089). 🙏🌈🌿🌀

26/02/2026

*Chinese New Year Open House & Fellowship @ KMBS*

Dear Dhamma Friends,

Happy Chinese New Year! Xin Nian Kuai Le! 新年快乐!
We cordially invite you to join us as we welcome the Chinese New Year with joy, gratitude, blessings, and harmonious celebration.

🗓 *Sunday, 1 March 2026*
⏰ *9.30am – 12.45pm*
📍 *KMBS B-G-02, Jalan Bangau 11, Bandar Puchong Jaya, 47170 Puchong, Selangor*

Your presence will truly add meaning to this gathering.

Kindly confirm your attendance with Sis Karen 012 365 1388 by 23 February 2026 for food preparation.

We look forward to your gracious presence.

Regards with Metta,
Julie Tan
President
Kinrara Metta Buddhist Society

15/02/2026