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BE A VOLUNTEER

Most people has an intention to volunteer with certain agenda than out of freewill. In accordance to ‘Vimalakirti Sutra’, a sutta that mentions enlightenment does not depends on ordination, highlighted that Buddhist volunteers can be enlightened when they have the right vows to serve others with virtue and love. We can be ‘uninvited guests’ to volunteer WITHOUT being requested to do so. This is the true spirit of Buddhist volunteerism.

WHAT'S YOUR TALENT?

"I found MBCS online while I was doing my research paper on Buddhist funerals, and it turned out that the experience overwhelmingly exceeded any hopes I held, and would actually mark a permanent turning point in my academic and career goals. There was never a dull moment when I visited them, as I worked on various projects at once, all
requiring me to contact new people, visit new places, and research new subjects. One assignment was to evaluate the differences between Taoist and Buddhist funeral by attending a solemn ceremony. This required me to observe and document the whole funeral possession while
discussing my experience with the funeral directors. I was utterly impressed with the differences made by MBCS service to those who lived on and went on to assist in their charity lunch events. Overall, I would recommend anyone to make a start as a volunteer with MBCS if they ever want to take their life seriously by doing meaningful contribution before their final moment' - Sis. Leong Siew May

'Volunteering even as an emcee for their yearly fund raising event has helped me to change as a person, to allow me on how to make time for my loved ones before I can't walk properly someday! It is a wonderful way to celebrate aging together with those who have aged but didn't have family support. I am touched by what MBCS wants to do next -
setting up an elder care home for MBCS members to prepare for the next phase of life' - Bro. Cash

'I like to donate to MBCS because I know whenever the money gets in their hand, it's put into proper use of helping the elderly people. The MBCS team of volunteers are genuine and hardworking. They can sing to old folks at their homes besides raising funds. I am really appreciative about how much everyone can contribute as a team at the end of the day.' - Sis. Sandra

'I gained an incredible amount of professional experience through my volunteer work with MBCS; for example, I learned how to effectively network and lobbying for a social cause with fund raising activities, and how to contribute with our hearts and minds to elderly people before we become old someday. The environment that I worked in was dedicated and encouraging; I was treated as a professional, a friend, and a colleague working toward improving social equity. It was an experience that has been unparalleled in my life and has significantly inspired me to continue traveling to Buddhist countries, learning and
volunteering my time toward a greater social cause' - Bro. Max Liew