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Growing Together in 2026
A warm invitation to Welcome 2026 at the BSV Buddhaloka Centre
The theme for this year is “Growing Together in 2026.” Of course, it’s growing together as we walk the Noble Eightfold Path together with Spiritual Friends (Kalyānamittas). It creates a sense of community, which can give us support and strength as we practice. Just like a tree that grows on its own can be more easily blown over by the wind and rain than a tree that is part of a forest, which has much more support and protection. It is also important how we walk the Path together. We need to embrace the four Divine Abidings (Brahmavihāras) – Friendliness (Mettā), Caring (Karunā), Joy for other’s good qualities (Muditā), and Equanimity (Upekkha).
May we walk the Path joyfully together into 2026!
Date: Wednesday, 31st December 2025
Venue: BSV Buddhaloka Centre, 71 Darling Road, Malvern East
Those who wish to bring offerings of lights (tealights only), flowers and incense may offer these at the Buddha statue in the front garden before the program begins. Please bring finger food for a shared supper.
Program:
| 9:00 PM | Welcome address |
| 9:05 PM | Group Activity |
| 9:40 PM | Guided Metta Meditation led by Ajahn Nissarano |
| 10:00 PM | Break for light refreshments |
| 10:25 PM | Water Blessing |
| 10:30 PM | Chanting |
| 10:45 PM | Dhamma Quiz |
| 11:30 PM | Reflecting with Gratitude (Guided) |
| 11:55 PM | Count Down to Midnight |
| 12:00 AM | Dedication of Merit & Blessing |
| 12:15 AM | Thank you & end of event |
The BSV Buddhaloka Centre will be open from 9am – 3pm on New Year’s Day (Thursday, 1st January).
11 am: Offering lunch dana to the monastics, followed by communal lunch
You are very welcome to participate. Please bring a plate of food to share with the monastics and lay community. We kindly request those who wish to make an offering, to deliver their contribution to the Vihara kitchen no later than 10:30am. This will greatly assist with lunch preparation.
1pm – 2pm: A short Dhamma talk, guided meditation and a Q & A session in the Hall
