●Report From Kuala Lumpur
★Spreading Love To The Native Inhabitants
In Kuala Lumpur there is a mountain area called Gombak, a government protected area reserved for the native people.
Having contacted some of the locals there, fellow initiates knew their lives have been well taken care of by the government. They lacked only clothing, and a lawn-mower which was most urgently needed. Therefore, fellow initiate from all over the country (including those from Singapore) donated clothing. Also, on a public holiday, they prepared some vegetarian dishes, snacks and drinks, to share with the people there.
Only upon reaching the stream did they know that a bridge had been built over the stream to welcome them, so that they could cross conveniently. This was indeed touching. The local representative repeatedly thanked them as he received the clothing and lawn-mower; and was amazed to find that vegetarian food could be so delicious.
Everyone had a joyous and meaningful day amid the beautiful mountains and streams. The native representative enthusiastically invited fellow initiates to hold retreats in this natural and tranquil valley. The language barrier presented no problem because the strength of Master's love provided the best means of communication.
●Report From Penang
★A Charity Bazaar For The Blind Children
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At the charity bazaar organized for the blind,Supreme Master Ching Hai News magazines and the delicious vegetarian food are the most welcome by the guests. |
The Supreme Ching Hai International Association was invited to a most meaningful charity food fair, originally organized by the teachers and parents of the S.R.P.K. St. Nicholas School for Blind Children.
That morning, in time with the beat of the drums, the blind children marched past in high spirits, and the program commenced. A very light shower descended, bringing a refreshing coolness to subdue the hot weather.
Early in the morning, fellow initiates had prepared plenty of vegetarian food, including both Eastern and Western desserts, and also drinks, for the charity fair. The Karaoke sing-along session conducted by the fellow initiates created a warm atmosphere and opportunity for the blind children and adults to show their talents.
Next to the Karaoke area, the guests read the Supreme Ching Hai News magazines and the specially printed compilations of Master's lectures, while savouring the pure and delicious vegetarian food. They were satisfied both in body and spirit. The beautiful posters of Master on the car windows attracted great attention from the public. As far as we could see, sincerity and cordial love pervaded everywhere.
A letter of gratitude from the St. Nicholas School in Penang,
expressing thanks for the aid from Supreme Ching Hai International Association for the blind children.
Dear Sir,
PESTA RLA-MAKANAN PIBG SRPK ST NICHOLAS
Our heartfelt thanks to you and your members for having so kindly sponsored the Food stall at our Pesta Ria-Makanan and also for running the karsoke machine for the entertainment of the fair’s patrons. Without such kind supporters like you we would not have been able to have such a successful Pesta Ria-Makanan.
Once again, our sincere thanks and gratitude to you and your member especially Mr. and Mrs. Kee and we look forward to your future help and support.
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●Report From Ipoh
★No More Regret After Meeting The Enlightened Master
Over eighty years old, Mr. Lu has been consuming meat and alcohol all his life. Not long ago, his daughter-in-law took him to a friend's home (an initiated disciple of Supreme Ching Hai), to watch Master's lecture videos. Immediately, he decided to pursue spiritual practice, and requested to learn the Convenient Method.
With Master's kind permission, he learned the Convenient Method. Several days later, his chronic disease recurred, so his family rushed him to hospital. The doctor told them it was time to prepare him for his funeral. His family hurriedly brought him home, bathed him, and put clean clothes on him. They also played the holy song, "Hallelujah" sung by Master, to him through earphones. Shortly after, his relatives saw him begin to smile, then laugh happily, and finally laugh in ecstasy like an innocent child, as he passed away.
This incredible news was widely spread among the neighbours, who had never seen any person laughing so happily while dying. Mr. Lu only followed Supreme Ching Hai to practice the Convenient Method and observed the vegetarian diet for only a few days, yet he received such great blessing.
Panama