DATIN NG WEE CHIN's - Kechara

Books to shock you
into practice…
Two new candidly honest biographies of two young
and gifted people within Kechara reveal an utterly
unexpected side to spiritual practice.
When Liaisons David Lai and Jamie Khoo wrote their personal stories about their journeys in
Dharma, they didn’t think it would amount to very much. In their own words, they “didn’t think
anyone would be interested”.
Actually, the two books, There’s No Way But Up by David and Call Me Paris by Jamie have
shown a vastly different and interesting side to spiritual practice, one that’s quite unlike the quiet
scenes of green tea, bald, old teachers and retreat huts. Here’s what readers are saying about it…
Call Me Paris
“Jamie Khoo gives readers a surprising perspective of what spirituality means
today and how it has brought her the most unexpected adventures which
changed her life. This is a must read for people who seek Enlightenment.”
Lorraine Hahn (Broadcast Presenter & Journalist, former CNN & CNBC Anchor)
“…deeply personal, very funny and very relatable… many people will be able to
relate to this journey and make them realise that young people can incorporate
the Dharma in their modern lives without becoming dull as powder.”
Monique Surette (The Hague, The Netherlands)
There’s No Way But Up
“I have gained a better understanding of David as a person, as a friend, and
especially as a fellow spiritual student. Or better yet, as a close student of
Rinpoche.
Also, his own personal experiences in Kechara and with Rinpoche shed
a great deal of light into what I did not really know or understand. Especially
about how Kechara came into being and the details of Rinpoche’s life and
childhood.
David’s book is a biography and he has chosen to open up in order
to share with us all … how one can change one’s life for the better, just by
changing the attitude of one’s mind.
…[his] book is yet another new way for me to see transformation in
action, understand Dharma through another person’s eyes/mind and view our
Guru through another perspective.”
Shirley Maya Tan (CEO, Revolver Asia)
“A clear insight into what Guru Devotion is not or what it should be... It is a good and inspirational read.”
May Ong (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)
REGULAR ACTIVITIES @ KECHARA HOUSE! Join in any of Kechara House’s diverse activities,
to learn Dharma, make friends, relax and create lots of merit!
DHARMA CLASSES: Join our engaging and highly informative, thought-provoking Dharma classes for
both adults and children. The classes cater to different levels of study. The children’s classes are specially
divided by age-group to suit their learning levels and interests. For all classes except the advanced Lamrim
class, no previous knowledge of Buddhism is necessary and classes are open to everyone. Find out more on
www.kechara.com/education or call Head of Education Liaison Ngeow Voon Chin on +60 16 605 2996
PUJAS: Find peace and clarity at any of the prayer sessions held weekly at Kechara House (see timetable
for details). No prior knowledge is required and friendly Kechara members will be happy to explain the
prayers and show you what to do. Find out more by contacting our KH administrator on +603 7803 3908
KECHARA SARASWATI ARTS (KSA): Express your creative side by participating in the exciting, buzzing
activities of KSA. Join volunteers as they roll mantras to be put into statues or learn traditional Himalayan
art techniques. This is a wonderful way to learn all about the significance of Buddha images and Dharma
practice. Find out more at www.kechara.com/ksa or call +603 7873 6703
KECHARA SOUP KITCHEN (KSK): Engage in deeply rewarding community work with KSK by going on
their food distribution rounds every Saturday and Sunday to donate food to KL’s homeless and urban poor.
Find out more at www.kechara.com/ksk or call KSK Project Director Justin Cheah on +6012 203 2135
FUNDRAISERS and SOCIAL EVENTS: Let your hair down for a good cause at our fundraiser events
and parties. It’s a great opportunity to meet many KH friends and find out more about Kechara and our
activities. Keep an eye out for upcoming and exciting announcements!
STAY IN TOUCH: Subscribe to our weekly e-newsletter and we’ll send you regular news, updates,
Dharma sharings and announcements about our fun and exciting events! To join our mailing list, please
contact care@kechara.com
Kechara
Weekly
Schedule
Check out Kechara’s weekly schedule and
be a part of our fun, energising activities.
(All prayer sessions and Dharma classes
are conducted in English, unless stated
otherwise.)
MONDAY
8 – 10 pm
Setrap Puja (KH2)
TUESDAY
8 - 10pm
Setrap Puja in Mandarin (KH2)
WEDNESDAY
8 – 10 pm
Medicine Buddha Puja (KH1)
8 – 10 pm
Dzambala Puja in Mandarin (KH2)
THURSDAY
8 – 10 pm
Dzambala Puja (KH2)
FRIDAY
8 – 10.30 pm
Shantideva/LamrimClass (KH1)
8 – 10 pm
Chinese Manjushri /Chinese
Lamrim Class (KH2)
SATURDAY
9.30 pm - approx 2am
Kechara Soup Kitchen
midnight rounds
(starting @ KH2)
SUNDAY
11.30am - 1pm
Simplified Lamrim Class
(Fortnightly @ KH2)
2 – 3.30 pm
Manjushri Class (KH1)
2 – 3 pm
Manjushri Kid’s Class (KH2)
4.30 – approx 8pm
Kechara Soup Kitchen
(starting @ KH2)
MONDAY - SATURDAY
2 – 10pm
Volunteer @
Kechara Saraswati Arts
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