On 20 April 2026, at Wat Sutthawas, Venerable Phra Maha Thavorn Thanavaro, P.Th.9, Ph.D., District Ecclesiastical Head of Bang Lamung and Abbot of Wat Sutthawas, graciously presided over the meeting of subdistrict ecclesiastical heads and secretaries within the Sangha administrative area of Bang Lamung District. The meeting was held to discuss Sangha administrative affairs, follow up on the implementation of policies in accordance with the regulations of the Supreme Sangha Co

✨ Highlights from the Boon Kong Khao Merit-Making Tradition and Songkran Festival at Wat Sutthawas  ✨ We would like to sincerely thank everyone who joined together in preserving this beautiful Thai tradition during this year’s Boon Kong Khao merit-making ceremony and Songkran Festival . The atmosphere at Wat Sutthawas was filled with smiles, warmth, and the spirit of faith shared among members of our community. These memorable moments reflect the love, unity, and happiness of

🌸 Atmosphere of the Bathing the Buddha Ceremony and Paying Respect to Elders at Wat Sutthawas 💦 Today (please insert date), Wat Sutthawas organized a Songkran traditional ceremony, graciously presided over by Venerable Phra Maha Thavorn Thanavaro, P.Th.9, Ph.D., District Ecclesiastical Head of Bang Lamung and Abbot of Wat Sutthawas, who led the ceremony of bathing the monks and the water-pouring blessing ceremony for elders in the community. The atmosphere was filled with f

✨ Atmosphere of the Merit-Making Ceremony: Traditional Offering Procession (Thawai Hab) and Uposatha Day Observance at Wat Sutthawas ✨ 🗓 Friday, 16 April 2026 Observed on the Uposatha Day (14th waning day of the 5th lunar month) Disciples and Buddhist devotees from Nong Prue and Pattaya gathered together on this auspicious morning to accumulate merit. The ceremony was graciously presided over by: 🙏 Monastic Chairperson: Venerable Phra Maha Thavorn Thanavaro, P.Th.9, Ph.D. D

Preserving the Tradition of Building Sand Pagodas as an Offering to the Buddha at Wat Sutthawas 🌸⏳ Another beautiful atmosphere during the Songkran Festival is when members of the Buddhist community come together to build and decorate sand pagodas as an offering to the Buddha. This meaningful activity reflects the traditional belief of returning sand to the temple as an act of merit. Devotees gathered to help preserve this beautiful cultural tradition, creating an atmosphere

The Thai New Year morning began with auspicious merit-making at Wat Sutthawas. Today’s activities included morning almsgiving, offering breakfast to the monks, and listening to a Dhamma sermon, creating a peaceful and fulfilling atmosphere for all participants. We respectfully express our gratitude for the kindness and guidance of Venerable Phra Maha Thavorn Thanavaro, P.Th.9, Ph.D., District Ecclesiastical Head of Bang Lamung and Abbot of Wat Sutthawas, who compassionately l

Working Together to Clean the Temple, Joyfully Welcoming the Songkran Festival ✨ Our sincere thanks to Mr. Winai Inpitak, Mayor of Nong Prue Municipality; Mr. Wanchai Saengngam, Deputy Mayor of Nong Prue Municipality; the Municipal Council Members of District 2, as well as local vendors and community leaders, who generously dedicated their time to help clean the grounds of Wat Sutthawas in preparation for the upcoming Songkran merit-making festival. Together, we shared in the

💦🌸 Welcome the Songkran Festival — Join us in Bathing the Buddha Image for Blessings and Good Fortune 🙏✨ All devotees and members of the Buddhist community are warmly invited to participate in the Bathing the Buddha Image ceremony at Wat Sutthawas to bring peace, purification of the mind, and auspicious blessings to yourself and your family as we welcome the upcoming Thai New Year 🇹🇭💛 🗓️ Starting today!You are welcome to visit the temple to make merit and join the Bath

🌸💦 You are warmly invited to join the Songkran Festival at the Merit Courtyard of Wat Sutthawas  💦🌸 🙏✨ Come and take part in preserving Thai cultural traditions while making merit together in a joyful atmosphere filled with faith, happiness, and community unity. 📅 12–18 April The event features many traditional Thai cultural activities, including: 📿 Bathing the Buddha Image  to receive blessings for the Thai New Year💦 Paying Respect to Elders (Rod Nam Dam Hua Ceremony

A Small Step, A Big Achievement… A Day of Success for the Wonderful Children of Wat Sutthawas 🎓🌟 A heartwarming atmosphere from the Certificate Award Ceremony 2026, graciously presided over by Venerable Phra Maha Thavorn Thanavaro, P.Th.9, Ph.D., District Ecclesiastical Head of Bang Lamung and Abbot of Wat Sutthawas, who presented certificates and gave words of encouragement to the children of the Wat Sutthawas Child Development Center. Congratulations to all our little gra