Buddhism in America

ORGANS

ORGANS, or Organisers of Camp Ehi-Passiko. Aptly nicknamed by the boys. Rightly so.

They who have faith in the Buddha have faith in the best, and for those who have faith in the best the result is the best. Anguttara Nikaya II.34

The Maha Sangha

The Sangha of the Blessed One's disciples has entered on the good way;
the Sangha of the Blessed One's disciples has entered on the straight way;
the Sangha of the Blessed One's disciples has entered on the proper way,
that is to say; the Four Pairs of Men, the Eight Types of Persons;
the Sangha of the Blessed One's disciples is fit for gifts,
fit for hospitality, fit for offerings, and fit for reverential salutation,
as the incomparable field of merit for the world.

Strive on.

Those who are new, those who stayed on, those who had left; all of us, have memories etched in the canvas of this family, all of us, are a part of the history. No matter how far we wander, how long we have gone, we are always connected to this wonderful family, in the corners of Ruby Lane. At all times, guided and protected by the triple gems. Singapore Buddhist Mission Youth, strive on.

- Kevin Lee.

Remember this?

Any one?

Qing Gong Yan

Qing Gong Yan 2010

It has been an eventful year 2010 for us in SBM, and the time has come once again for our annual Qing Gong Yen to look back and celebrate our fruitful year.The theme for the event is 'Shanghai Mafia', so i implore you to dress up flambuoyant as BIG BOSS, Gangster, mistress, dancers etc...or even Chen Zhen! Its gonna be a fun-filled and enjoyable day with prizes to be won for the best dressed.Everyone is invited to stay over at the chalet and spend the first day of 2011 together as well!

Location

Halton Terrace C, Changi Aloha Chalet, Netheravon Road.

Date and Time

Friday, December 31 at 7:30pm - Sunday, January 2, 2011 at 8:00am

RSVP Now @ our Facebook link if you haven't!

Last year's QGY. Theme was 1960s Kampong:

SBM annual celebration dinner 2009 from zenhora on Vimeo.

Family

Do you know why the Buddha smiled during meditation? Its because he probably saw in his past life the great times he had with his friends and families and the close bond that he shared and felt great about it. Just like the one in CEP/SBM.

- Woo Jian Yong

Camp Ehi-Passiko 2010: Groupings

With passion and dedication from our beloved awesome campmasters (Wufeng Xinyi Eugene), CEP 2010 was a refreshing new experience for both campers and organisers. Words cannot express how much joy we've all felt throughout the process. Thank you for spearheading this project! Your visions has etched a great impression in many people's lives. With faith and loving-kindness from you, may the SBM family and families of all campers and organisers grow in harmony. Sadhu!

CEP Campers of 2010! You've been an engaging group which did not fail to bring smiles to us. You made all our efforts worthwhile! Its our pleasure to put in our best for you. Hope you've learnt something from this camp and made good spiritual friends! Stay tuned for more pictures! meawhile, enjoy the group shots.

Megamind - The group that cheers for 20 mins! =)
Mettabot - Don't bottle up your loving kindness!

Simpsons - A happy family

Jedi - May the faith be with you!

Stay tune for more pictures!!!

Camp Ehi-Passiko 2010

Organisers, Day One.

A record number of 62 by Day Four. Thank you guys.
You are all one major reason why this camp has been a continuous success.

Class of 2010.
May the light of the Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha continue to guide all of you.

Sadhu...

and the Buddha beckons

Ehi-Passiko.

Kathina 2010 Celebrations: A Day of Giving to the Sangha

Kathina Day is the robe offering ceremony that marks the end of the 3 month rains retreat. During the Buddha's time, it's a joyous ocassion as fellow diciples of the Buddha emerge from the forest with greater spiritual attainment under the guidance of Lord Buddha himself. Many of them attain arahanthood during the retreats.

Today, this is a day which we are reminded of the great attainments of monks and nuns. We as lay disciples of the Buddha support the the Sangha by providing clothing and basic necessities. Its a day to practice giving (Dana) and gratitude towards our spiritual teachers for their guidance and support.

Flower girl

Preparations in make shift kitchen

Sweet sweet smile =)

Men in White

Tessa, the flower too heavy?

LOL