Philippine Baking Associations Celebrate World Bread Day with Visit to Fo Guang Shan Mabuhay Temple

Manila, Philippines | October 17, 2026

In celebration of World Bread Day, 30 members of the Filipino-Chinese Bakery Association and the Philippine Society of Baking visited Fo Guang Shan Mabuhay Temple on October 17, donating 24 boxes of bread in support of the temple’s Three Acts of Goodness Campus Program.

The delegation was warmly welcomed by Venerable Jue Lin, Superintendent of Mabuhay Temple.

Distinguished guests included Filipino-Chinese Bakery Association President Christopher Ah, Vice President Jerry Model, and former President Royce Gerik Chua; Philippine Society of Baking President Royce Gerald Chua, former President Kristine Mateo, Vice President Catherine Yu, and other officers and members.

During the exchange, the baking associations shared their community outreach initiatives, including teaching bread, noodle, and steamed bun making in rural areas. They also expressed their willingness to offer professional baking training to the temple’s kitchen staff in the future, demonstrating their commitment to serving communities through practical skills.

In appreciation of their generosity, Venerable Jue Lin presented the guests with calligraphy blessings by Venerable Master Hsing Yun, founder of Fo Guang Shan, featuring the message “Harmony and Co-Existence, Galloping Towards Success.”

The visit strengthened friendship between Fo Guang Shan and the baking community while opening opportunities for future collaboration in culinary education, charitable activities, and community service.

Through the spirit of generosity and the Three Acts of Goodness—Do Good Deeds, Speak Good Words, and Think Good Thoughts—both organizations continue to promote kindness, compassion, and positive contributions to society.