Kim Eang Tong Temple is one of the oldest Chinese Temple since the kampong days and it currently resides in No.791, Ang Mo Kio Ave 1 Its history dates back to as far as 1959. Over the years, Kim Eang Tong Temple has woven itself into the heart of this constituency and has been an active participative member of the community.
Brief History
Kim Eang Tong temple was first established in Thomson Area (near Ang mo kio central) on 21 Sep 1961 and was named ShiShan Kim Eang Tang then. Mr Oh was one of the 3 the founders and has been the Chairman to date. The temple was temporarily moved to No.9, Mayflower Road to make way for new HDB flats in Ang Mo Kio in 1975. In 1983, the temple moved to its current address in Ang Mo Kio Ave 1. The 30 year lease expire in 2008 and with the help of Our adviser, in year 2008 it managed secure another 20 years lease. It raises fund for the lease and rebuilding of the new temple. Begin of January 2010, temple was torn down for rebuilding. Rebuilding works on the temple are currently in progress and are expected to be completed by end of 2010.
While being a religious group, Kim Eang Tong has remain relevant to the society, which can be seen in its community contributions especially during challenging times when families seek solace in religions. It has participated in the building of peaceful relationships in community at large and the upholding of mutual respect and progress for community. As a religious entity, their crucial contribution in providing warmth, friendship and moral support during needed times cannot be undermined.
To date, it has already close to 1000 members.
Kim Eang Tong Activities
Kim Eang Tong has several sub-groups such as Kim Eang Tong Youth Group, Kim Eang Tong (Hong Fa), Women and Elderly groups , Kim Eang Tong Chinese Orchestra
Kim Eang Tong Youth Group (Qing Nian Tuan)
Qing Nian Tuan-a group which consist of all the youths of Kim Eang Tong disciples. Our Aim is to make QNT stronger and bond everyone together. Thus able to serve and organise activities that benefits not only our own disciples but also the Public.
Kim Eang Tong (Hong Fa)
Kim Eang Tong (Hong Fa) group which promotes and handles the religious matters
Kim Eang Tong (Nu Chun Tuan)
Women and Elderly groups which helps up in operations, events and activities for the temple.
Kim Eang Tong Chinese Orchestra
Kim Eang Tong Chinese Orchestra boost 50 members. They have also have several joint performance with Kebun Baru’s Chinese Orchestras as well
Kim Eang Tong Temple contributes to the community actively.
Kim Eang Tong organize activities and functions both religious and non-religious in nature. It also participates actively in fund raising events in support of the community and various charitable organizations.
Kim Eang Tong contributes generously at the annual lunar new year dinner, distributing out Ang Paos to the senior citizens and welfare recipients of all races.
Kim Eang Tong also contributes monthly to the Lions Club in kind, food stables such as rice, etc to the needy through the 16 charitable organizations the Lions Club supports. It also gave advices to devotees who seek help during 1st and fifteen of each lunar month when they come for prayers. It also organizes and celebrates tradition festivals such as the Lantern Festivals.
Once a while, the members when on social visits to neighbouring countries such as Malaysia. Kim Eang Tong organized year end dinner on X'mas eve to thank members and care givers, sponsors as well as invited guests from the community.
It was worth noting that Kim Eng Tong temple's generosity in giving to the needy regardless of race or religions
Artistic Impression of the rebuild temples where Kim Eang Tong Temple resides on the right
Future Kim Eang Tong Temple
Kim Eang Tong Temple – The Future
Currently, Kim Eang Tong has been at the temporary site for about a year, Kim Eang Tong looks forward to the completion of its new building.
It's Vision for the new temple is to able to grow and continue to help the community, ongoing promotion of it religions. It also has plans for a computer room for the youths, a children study room and a music room for its Chinese Orchestra.
The realisation of the rebuilding plan will go a long way in serving the community.
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