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“Happy Buddha’s Birthday!”
The Jungto Society, a Korean Buddhist lay movement, distributed grocery packages to 200 families in the mission area of Malate Church in May 2025. The distribution took place on the second Sunday of May to celebrate the birthday of the Buddha.
Founded by Ven. Pomnyun Sunim in Korea, the Jungto Society is a Mahayana Buddhist movement that combines spiritual practice with social engagement. The organization focuses on international relief, peace, and building harmonious communities through mindful living.
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