Buddhist CCA Group in Spore
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Hi
What do you guys think of the potential of Buddhist Uniformed CCA groups in spore schools. Primary and secondary schools to be exact.
From what little I notice, Buddhists are increasingly looking forward to other religions, esp Christianity in devising methods to spread the Dhamma. This is what we have currently
1. Youth Ministries / Divisions belonging to specific Buddhist centers
2. Buddhist Societies (BS) in tertiary institutions
If we look at Boys Brigade, Girl Guides and Pari Rovers they are fundamentally still Christian and for more or less, religious studies are still conducted within these groups. We can learn from them the good points and model it to something that is more Buddhism
So why not a Buddhist Uniformed Group? It will open a new channel for Buddhism to spread into spore youths. And hopefully it can make its way into non-Buddhist schools and appeal to non-Buddhist to come and learn the Dhamma. And eventually make it internationally available
According to a survey by the Malaysian Buddhist Missionary Society the No.1 reason that cause the decline in Buddhist population is "Lack of opportunity to study Buddhism". Followed by "Passive Missionary Work". The survey targeted Buddhist youths age b/w 20 to 25
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saolin monks ?
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Spreading the religion as in spreading to those without a religion? Not seeking to convert right?
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lol.. shaolin monk.. that's a good one.
there's actually a buddhist cca grp in SP.
they're beside my christian grp hahaha
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i don't see the point of this. and honestly turning evangelical would be so tacky and tasteless for this religion.Originally posted by nol:So why not a Buddhist Uniformed Group? It will open a new channel for Buddhism to spread into spore youths. And hopefully it can make its way into non-Buddhist schools and appeal to non-Buddhist to come and learn the Dhamma.
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Theres none at secondary school level. And the style is different. Buddhist/Christian societies are distinctly different from uniformed groupsOriginally posted by dumbdumb!:lol.. shaolin monk.. that's a good one.
there's actually a buddhist cca grp in SP.
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Does starting a new CCA at sec school level = Evangelical.Originally posted by theSquelch:i don't see the point of this. and honestly turning evangelical would be so tacky and tasteless for this religion.
Does the other tertiary institutions Buddhist Societies in SG not welcome non-Buddhist who are keen to learn the Dhamma?
We can always change it to something more mild and soothing? Unless Buddhism is not capable of that. -
Where does one draw the line between pushy and neutral?
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This would definately be addressed once more people are willing to volunteer for this project. No worriesOriginally posted by theSquelch:Where does one draw the line between pushy and neutral?
Nevertheless you have brought up this good point on Buddhist Evangelism. -
well Buddhism doesnt need CCA to build volunteerism .
In the past those uniformed CCA are initated by charismatic church leader
those who follow backpack lifestyle
I think if one wish to build CCA on Buddhism , there are bound to have alot of thing to consider ?
What is the main objective of this CCA?
What is the main contribution this will have on the society?
Is it a CCA on getting more frens ,or a CCA more to discussion ?
How to manage funds in the society? (usually the most headache one )
actually in Some Polytechnics like Ngee Ann, Singapore and Nanyang
there is Buddhist society
and NTU ,NUS
so building a CCA based on uniformed will be quite difficult its role
should try read how Girl Guides ,Boys brigade is formed -
How then can Buddhism reach out to secondary school youths? Wait for them to enter poly or uni and join BS?Originally posted by bohiruci:What is the main objective of this CCA?
What is the main contribution this will have on the society?
Is it a CCA on getting more frens ,or a CCA more to discussion ?
How to manage funds in the society? (usually the most headache one )
actually in Some Polytechnics like Ngee Ann, Singapore and Nanyang
there is Buddhist society
and NTU ,NUS
so building a CCA based on uniformed will be quite difficult its role
should try read how Girl Guides ,Boys brigade is formed
Funding problems will occur at any level, not necessarily tertiary.
Even if the CCA dun model after Boys Brigade or Girl Guides, why cant there be a BS at secondary school level? Why not start with Buddhist schools? -
wellOriginally posted by nol:How then can Buddhism reach out to secondary school youths? Wait for them to enter poly or uni and join BS?
Funding problems will occur at any level, not necessarily tertiary.
Even if the CCA dun model after Boys Brigade or Girl Guides, why cant there be a BS at secondary school level? Why not start with Buddhist schools?
first thing u have to think abt whether MOE agrees with ur idea , if MOE dun agree ,sorry
issue is stopped
i dun work for MOE , but i know it is quite difficult , and to have a uniformed group of Buddhist youth , could be hard , becos in the government school
the OB-marker is clear , no evangelising of religion ,i know boys brigade often held their religious activities quite low key
so what kind of uniform u want uniformed Buddhist cca to wear ?
all the girl guides , boy scout ,and boy brigade is modelled after the british
army and nurses or the scottish military last time
Buddhism dun have uniforms throughout the century , i am not discouraging future movement , but think deeply abt it ,
there is alot of difficulties in making certain things realisable,
instead spending the energy to organise into uniformed cca ?
y shouldnt buddhist cca be an non-uniformed social service one
that will ease alot of rank and hierachy tensions
I was from Red Cross , i know what is it like to be a lower rank and higher rank mentality
fyi i serve as advisor,the second highest after the teacher-in-charge to a school unit , and that wasnt a easy task ,u have to take care of the majority benefits and mete out punishment as just
in the end u just make friends become enemies if u not impartial -
i would reallie appreciate if u would take a look at our only buddhist schoolOriginally posted by nol:How then can Buddhism reach out to secondary school youths? Wait for them to enter poly or uni and join BS?
Funding problems will occur at any level, not necessarily tertiary.
Even if the CCA dun model after Boys Brigade or Girl Guides, why cant there be a BS at secondary school level? Why not start with Buddhist schools?
they also facing funding problem and all school ,
as long as under government is under the jurisdiction of MOE
have no choice on the posting of teacher
unless u can raise up a big amount of $ and many excellent teacher over there which i think it is hard
many of my fren who are Buddhist practitioner and join the teaching career ,were sent to christian school or mission school
and they have no way to decide unless they are top of the teaching cohort ,which most of them arent
understand MOE first b4 we look at this issue ....... -
Originally posted by bohiruci:
which school is not facing funding problem? And even if its not a uniformed group, why not a BS at secondary level? Turn it into something that relies on less fund. Refer to the Di Zang Sutra for a list of what layman can do.
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i would reallie appreciate if u would take a look at our only buddhist school
they also facing funding problem and all school
Walking the Bodhi Path is much more difficult than that. But have you given up? I'm sure you are also steadfast on the Buddha's words.
unless u can raise up a big amount of $ and many excellent teacher over there which i think it is hard
Refer to the Lotus Sutra Chapter 14. An Le Xing Pin. It details out how we, as Layman should conduct ourselves so as to spur others to earness into Buddhahood.
They can contribute not as teachers then, but as individuals who do behind the scene planning and sai kang warriors.
many of my fren who are Buddhist practitioner and join the teaching career ,were sent to christian school or mission school
Understanding ourselves is more important than understanding the outside world.
understand MOE first b4 we look at this issue .......
And MOE is tolerant to religious pursuits after curiculum hours.
Imho, SAF is much much worst than MOE.
And yet so many of us actually survived that. I myself left SAF with a perm injury but I still love my country and would still defend it when the need arise.
Futhermore refer to Lotus Sutra Chapter 14 An Le Xin Pin or Chapter 25 Pu Men Pin (GuanYin Pusa). It covers how the Bodhisattva should conduct when dealing with kings, governmental officials and other people of different social status, professions, thinking and habits
Pratising Buddhism means overcoming ourselves. Adverse conditions are very much needed for spiritual improvement. The Bodhisattva never gives up during difficult times. And is ever earness in subdueing his own mind and benefitting others. With this common compassion, the Bodhisattva yearns for common Attaintment with all. -
A Buddhist CCA sounds like a good idea. Maybe suggest to Manjusri Secondary Sch and see what they reply?
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buddhist brigade lor
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student monks will be helpful. teach them morals
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Hi NT2, are you really NeonTetra? It's been a long time since we chatted
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Student monksOriginally posted by NT2:student monks will be helpful. teach them morals
You mean students who are monks? -
in that case . show me with action , dun quote from sutra to tell me wat to doOriginally posted by nol:Understanding ourselves is more important than understanding the outside world.
And MOE is tolerant to religious pursuits after curiculum hours.
Imho, SAF is much much worst than MOE. And yet so many of us actually survived that. I myself left SAF with a perm injury but I still love my country and would still defend it when the need arise.
Futhermore refer to Lotus Sutra Chapter 14 An Le Xin Pin or Chapter 25 Pu Men Pin (GuanYin Pusa). It covers how the Bodhisattva should conduct when dealing with kings, governmental officials and other people of different social status, professions, thinking and habits
Pratising Buddhism means overcoming ourselves. Adverse conditions are very much needed for spiritual improvement. The Bodhisattva never gives up during difficult times. And is ever earness in subdueing his own mind and benefitting others. With this common compassion, the Bodhisattva yearns for common Attaintment with all.
and there are alot of anonymous bodhisattva out there
not just by declaring actions and deeds
i am not born 3 yrs old -
Hmm... this forum was created by someone from the SP Buddhist Society. Not me, I'm not from SP nor poly.. still secondaryOriginally posted by dumbdumb!:lol.. shaolin monk.. that's a good one.
there's actually a buddhist cca grp in SP.
they're beside my christian grp hahaha 
he wanted to create a buddhist forum but don wan to be moderator... so push the job to me strange... i never knew sgforums... and then two forums are pushed to me... one is this buddhism forum, another one is the psychic forum (although I dont have any psychic powers!) -
ya. as in they lead a monk's life n yet studyOriginally posted by An Eternal Now:Student monks You mean students who are monks? -
Nowadays very difficult to find novice monks. Why?Originally posted by NT2:ya. as in they lead a monk's life n yet study
Bcos parents nowadays only have 1 or 2 children. In the past they had a lot and dont mind letting one or two go for monastic life. A person who wishes to renounce will require parents (and spouses, if have)'s permissions. -
eh, since when Girl Guides a christian cca group?
anyway, its cool to be form Buddhists CCA, but i prefer those along the line of Buddhist Societies in NUS or polys..
Again, when it come to spreading teachings, there is a dire need for caution
I think its never a wish among Buddhists to see their faith evangelise along the line of some other religions, mainly, being pushy and worse of all, never realise the consequence of one's speech and action
and worse of all, for me, i see religions that readily take up the charismatic line fail, they may have increase in number of believers, but they fail in understanding the faith -
seconded thatOriginally posted by laurence82:eh, since when Girl Guides a christian cca group?
anyway, its cool to be form Buddhists CCA, but i prefer those along the line of Buddhist Societies in NUS or polys..
Again, when it come to spreading teachings, there is a dire need for caution
I think its never a wish among Buddhists to see their faith evangelise along the line of some other religions, mainly, being pushy and worse of all, never realise the consequence of one's speech and action
and worse of all, for me, i see religions that readily take up the charismatic line fail, they may have increase in number of believers, but they fail in understanding the faith
good display of wisdom