On Sunday 6 September, 38 Nalanda Youth members, Nalanda Dhamma School teenagers and volunteers visited Bodhi Homecare to engage with the children there for the Silver Lining Day programme.  Organised by Nalanda Youth Centre, this programme provides a platform for youths to practise mettā (loving-kindness) and karuṇā (compassion) through service to the community.

The service started with a morning reminder from Sis Nandini, youths played games with the children and made paper lanterns as the Mid-Autumn Festival approaches.  There were performances from both sides, a surprise birthday celebration, goods from the Care Bags project, and a warm lunch prepared for the Home.

Bro. Yeo Disheng, Youth Leader, giving a Dhamma sharing for the children.

Leading the children in Taking the Three Refuges and Five Precepts.

This programme reminded us that generosity is expressed not only through material things, but also through our time, presence and care.  It also left us grateful for what we have.

We rejoice over this meaningful day of service. May the seeds of service and giving continue to grow and be nourished in our youths.  Sādhu anumodana.

Youth Mentor, Sis. Nandini Tan giving her advice before they set off.

Carrying home-cooked meals and essential items for the home.

Playing games to break the ice.

Forming bonds of friendship.

Dhamma School students presented a song for the home.

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