<p><span style="font-size:22px;">Dear Global Family,</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">Brahma Kumaris Silicon Valley, Milpitas had the joy and privilege of welcoming two of Baba’s radiant angels—Br. Enrique Simo from Spain and Sr. Sonja Ohlsson from Denmark.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">Br. Enrique, through his talk, “Meditation: A Tool for Resilient Leadership” highlighted how meditation serves as a powerful foundation for building resilience, authenticity, and deeper human connection in leadership. He offered practical insights into how his personal practice—rooted in Rajyoga Meditation—helped open the hearts of others and inspire meaningful change. His message emphasized that true leadership is not merely defined by action, but by one’s awareness and inner state.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">Sr. Sonja shared insights into the environmental initiatives led by the Brahma Kumaris, emphasizing the deep connection between the self and the elements of nature. She spoke about the urgent need for each of us to take personal responsibility in healing and protecting the planet. She shared 10 practical steps—rooted in spiritual principles—for caring for our cherished and aging Mother Earth.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">The presence and talks of both speakers brought profound inspiration on their respective topics for all who attended.</span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Milpitas_Enrique_1_e4b6b5781e.png" alt="Milpitas_Enrique_1.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Milpitas_Enrique_1_e4b6b5781e.png 195w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Milpitas_Enrique_1_e4b6b5781e.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Milpitas_Enrique_1_e4b6b5781e.png 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:#080808;"><i><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"><strong>Meditation and offering of Bhog to Baba with dear Br. Enrique</strong></span></i></span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Milpitas_Enrique_2_5c95f93edc.png" alt="Milpitas_Enrique_2.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Milpitas_Enrique_2_5c95f93edc.png 195w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Milpitas_Enrique_2_5c95f93edc.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Milpitas_Enrique_2_5c95f93edc.png 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:#080808;"><i><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"><strong>Br. Enrique shared how Rajyoga can shape you into&nbsp;</strong></span></i></span><br><span style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:#080808;"><i><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"><strong>the inspiring leader you aspire to be</strong></span></i></span></p><p><span style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(34,34,34);font-size:22px;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">Social Media Team</span></span><br><span style="background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(34,34,34);font-size:22px;"><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">BK Meditation Center</span></span><br><a style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(17, 85, 204);font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:large;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.google.com/maps/search/540+S.+Abel+Street+Milpitas,CA+95035,+USA?entry=gmail&amp;source=g" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.google.com/maps/search/540%2BS.%2BAbel%2BStreet%2BMilpitas,CA%2B95035,%2BUSA?entry%3Dgmail%26source%3Dg&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1747175522504000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1vbSngkMZG7bN9LplbB-HX"><span style="font-size:22px;">Milpitas,CA 95035, USA</span></a><br><a style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(17, 85, 204);font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:large;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.svbrahmakumaris.org&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1747175522504000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1zWAh-SvjWR1sS_-eKH2jp"><span style="font-size:22px;">www.svbrahmakumaris.org</span></a></p>

Visit and Talk by Br. Enrique Simo, Spain and Sr. Sonja Ohlsson, Denmark to Brahma Kumaris Silicon Valley, Milpitas US

Earth Day and Easter Provide Sacramento BKs With Many Opportunities for Service

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_0_0c5ad06f8e.jpg" alt="Enrique bhai Service News (1)-images-0.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_0_0c5ad06f8e.jpg 120w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_0_0c5ad06f8e.jpg 386w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_0_0c5ad06f8e.jpg 580w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_0_0c5ad06f8e.jpg 773w," sizes="100vw" width="773px"></figure><p>Dear divine family,</p><p>Om Shanti.</p><p>We are pleased to share highlights from the recent visit of Brother BK Enrique, the National Coordinator of Spain to the Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center, San Francisco.</p><p>During his stay, Brother Enrique conducted a workshop entitled “Mindful Leadership and Self-Management.” In this engaging session, he introduced eight key strategies for self-leadership and self-management, drawn from a book he co-authored with his brother. He emphasized the importance of observing one’s attention, emotions, and thoughts, and offered insightful reflections on the impact of one’s presence—shaped through physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual energy.</p><p>On Friday, April 25, Brother Enrique was invited by the Department of Neurology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), to lead a professional development session titled “Leadership Today.” Attendees included researchers, PhD candidates, and lab students from Dr. Reza Abbasi-Asl’s laboratory, as well as collaborators from other UCSF labs. Dr. Abbasi-Asl, Principal Investigator, expressed deep appreciation for the session, noting the profound connection between leadership and relationships that was explored. The experience of meditation, accompanied by live harp music, was especially well-received. Dr. Abbasi-Asl shared that the peaceful atmosphere and uplifting vibrations left a lasting impression on him. One PhD student described the meditation experience as one of true mindful rest, leaving him feeling completely refreshed. Many attendees expressed heartfelt gratitude and a strong interest in participating in future sessions.</p><p>That same evening, Brother Enrique led a public meditation program titled “Cultivating Inner Peace and Joy,” again accompanied by soothing live harp music. During his remarks, he highlighted that meditation is not merely a practice, but a way of life. He reminded all present that the greatest gift one can offer is the gift of peace.</p><p>In honor of Earth Day, Brother Enrique also shared peaceful vibrations with nature, recognizing and revering its inherent beauty and serenity.</p><p>We are grateful for his inspiring visit and the spiritual sustenance it offered to many.</p><p>Best regards and in Baba's remembrance,<br>BK San Francisco Center family</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sfoffice[at]us.brahmakumaris.org">sfoffice[at]us.brahmakumaris.org</a><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.bksanfrancisco.org">www.bksanfrancisco.org</a></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_1_de38ac0529.jpg" alt="Enrique bhai Service News (1)-images-1.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_1_de38ac0529.jpg 120w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_1_de38ac0529.jpg 386w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_1_de38ac0529.jpg 580w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_1_de38ac0529.jpg 773w," sizes="100vw" width="773px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_2_7bcbca6d8a.jpg" alt="Enrique bhai Service News (1)-images-2.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_2_7bcbca6d8a.jpg 120w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_2_7bcbca6d8a.jpg 386w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_2_7bcbca6d8a.jpg 580w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_2_7bcbca6d8a.jpg 773w," sizes="100vw" width="773px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_3_d93038351f.jpg" alt="Enrique bhai Service News (1)-images-3.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_3_d93038351f.jpg 120w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_3_d93038351f.jpg 386w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_3_d93038351f.jpg 580w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Enrique_bhai_Service_News_1_images_3_d93038351f.jpg 773w," sizes="100vw" width="773px"></figure>

Highlights of Br Enrique's Visit to San Francisco, April 22-25, 2025

<p><span style="font-size:20px;"><strong>Sr. Kusum</strong>&nbsp;was recognized as a&nbsp;<strong>Trailblazing Woman</strong>&nbsp;for her dedication to community service and exceptional leadership in driving positive change by&nbsp;<strong>Consulate General of India, San Francisco</strong>, in collaboration with the&nbsp;<strong>Association of Indo Americans</strong>at the&nbsp;<i><strong>Naari – Celebration of Women</strong></i>&nbsp;event&nbsp;on March 8, 202. The event marked&nbsp;<strong>International Women’s Day</strong>&nbsp;by bringing together influential women leaders and changemakers.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:20px;">Under the theme&nbsp;<strong>“Accelerate Action for Gender Equality,”</strong>&nbsp;the gathering honored and celebrated women who have made outstanding contributions across various fields.</span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_1_9116f341a2.jpg" alt="Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_1.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_1_9116f341a2.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_1_9116f341a2.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_1_9116f341a2.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:#263238;"><i><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"><strong>Sr. Kusum honored as Trailblazing Woman from Prathima Koppula,&nbsp;</strong></span></i></span><br><span style="color:#263238;"><i><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"><strong>wife of Consulate General of India, San Francisco</strong></span></i></span>&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_2_05180a85e3.jpg" alt="Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_2.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_2_05180a85e3.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_2_05180a85e3.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_2_05180a85e3.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="background-color:#ffffff;color:#000000;"><i><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"><strong>Sr. Kusum with Dr. Srikar Reddy, Consulate General of India, San Francisco&nbsp;</strong></span></i></span><br><span style="background-color:#ffffff;color:#000000;"><i><span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"><strong>and wife Pratima Reddy - along with other honored women leaders</strong></span></i></span>&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_3_5f8dd1c0a5.jpg" alt="Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_3.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_3_5f8dd1c0a5.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_3_5f8dd1c0a5.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Milpitas_Kusum_Ben_3_5f8dd1c0a5.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:#000000;"><i><strong>Sr. Kusum with Rob Bonta, Attorney General of California,&nbsp;</strong></i></span><br><span style="color:#000000;"><i><strong>lawyer and politician</strong></i></span></p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Milpitas USA: Sr. BK Kusum was recognized as a Trailblazing Woman by Consulate General of India, San Francisco

<div>&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><span style="color:#757575;font-size:20px;">Om Shanti Dear Brothers and Sisters,</span></div><div class="gmail_quote"><div lang="EN-US"><p><span style="font-size:20px;">Brahma Kumaris Silicon Valley, Milpitas celebrated MahaShivratri on Sunday, February 23rd with great spiritual splendor and heartfelt zeal. The celebration honored the divine glory of our Father, Shiv, with singing, Bharatanatyam dance, and a children’s skit that illustrated the distinction between Shiv and Shankar while unveiling the true essence of Shivratri.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><div><div><div><div><p><span style="font-size:20px;">Sr. Kusum highlighted the significance of Maha Shivratri through her talk, followed by a guided meditation experience.&nbsp;</span></p></div></div></div></div><p><span style="font-size:20px;">Ritu Maheshwari, VP of Festival of Globe (FOG), presented&nbsp;<strong>Sr. Kusum</strong>&nbsp;with a&nbsp;<strong>Certificate of Honor</strong>&nbsp;in recognition of her unwavering commitment to community service and her profound role in inspiring spiritual awakening and nurturing souls.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:20px;">The festivities culminated in a candle-lighting ceremony, the hoisting of Shiv Baba's flag accompanied by the nara, receiving toli and blessings from Baba, and enjoying a delicious Brahma Bhojan.&nbsp;</span><br><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>Baba's sweet children invoke Him through live singing with harmonium 'Shiv Shiv Bole..' and 'Om Namah Shivay', and Bharatnatyam dance 'Shiv Satya Hai..'</strong></span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/milpitas_shivratri_1_142982139f.png" alt="milpitas_shivratri_1.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_milpitas_shivratri_1_142982139f.png 195w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_milpitas_shivratri_1_142982139f.png 500w," sizes="100vw" width="500px"></figure><p><span style="font-size:20px;">'Shiv Satya Hai..' Bharatnatyam Dance:</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://youtu.be/_OXjMMQnHqw" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://youtu.be/_OXjMMQnHqw&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1741031319161000&amp;usg=AOvVaw29F1lsEQWH2PE5QuFBgL6C"><span style="font-size:20px;">https://youtu.be/_OXjMMQnHqw</span></a></p><p><span style="font-size:20px;">'Shiv Shiv Bole' Song with Harmonium:&nbsp;</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://youtu.be/4a_OOKJUcAU" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://youtu.be/4a_OOKJUcAU&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1741031319161000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0ZL-JJR7mpyCuUZgV9WoDA"><span style="font-size:20px;">https://youtu.be/4a_OOKJUcAU</span></a></p><p><span style="font-size:20px;">Om Namah Shivay Song:</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://youtu.be/nYovhwE4ku4" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://youtu.be/nYovhwE4ku4&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1741031319161000&amp;usg=AOvVaw10wmfbyfPyZrRFI300H9Kg"><span style="font-size:20px;">https://youtu.be/nYovhwE4ku4</span></a><br><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>BK group singing the praise of Shiv Baba with "Shiv anadi hai.." song, and BK Children performing a drama 'Shiv and Shankar'</strong></span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/milpitas_shivratri_2_4080924aa6.png" alt="milpitas_shivratri_2.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_milpitas_shivratri_2_4080924aa6.png 195w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_milpitas_shivratri_2_4080924aa6.png 500w," sizes="100vw" width="500px"></figure><p><span style="font-size:20px;">'Shiv Anadi hai..' Group Song:&nbsp;</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://youtu.be/QhJp-OfOtDc" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://youtu.be/QhJp-OfOtDc&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1741031319161000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2F6zAf3iuqpme17VmI2bQe"><span style="font-size:20px;">https://youtu.be/QhJp-OfOtDc</span></a></p><p style="font-weight:400;"><span style="font-size:20px;">Children's Skit 'Shiv and Shankar':</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://youtu.be/T4DYjWyCoOI" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://youtu.be/T4DYjWyCoOI&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1741031319161000&amp;usg=AOvVaw3hXKK_b4kIuIk9_tEgD4Bx"><span style="font-size:20px;">https://youtu.be/T4DYjWyCoOI</span></a><br><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>Baba's loving children absorbed in His glory</strong></span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/milpitas_shivratri_4_f88dcb45d3.png" alt="milpitas_shivratri_4.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_milpitas_shivratri_4_f88dcb45d3.png 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_milpitas_shivratri_4_f88dcb45d3.png 500w," sizes="100vw" width="500px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/milpitas_shivratri_5_a038d34766.png" alt="milpitas_shivratri_5.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_milpitas_shivratri_5_a038d34766.png 195w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_milpitas_shivratri_5_a038d34766.png 500w," sizes="100vw" width="500px"></figure><p><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>Candle-lighting ceremony with Dignitaries</strong><i>&nbsp;</i></span></p><p><span style="font-size:20px;">Dignitaries included&nbsp;Jose Esteves -&nbsp;&nbsp;Ex-Mayor, City of Milpitas , Ajay Bhutoria &amp; Wife Vinita - Change Maker – Leading change at Local, National and Global Levels, Ramesh Konda&nbsp;&nbsp;- Advisor, Association of Indo Americans , Murali Srinivasan - Council Member, City of Sunnyvale, Kansen Chu &amp; Wife Daisy - Former Assembly Member District 15, Ritu Maheshwari&nbsp;&nbsp;-&nbsp;&nbsp;VP, Festival of Globe (FOG) , Hardik Parekh&nbsp;&nbsp;- CEO, Searce, AI Technology Company, Sanjiv Narayan - Sr. Google Executive, closely connected with BK, Neeraj Bhatia&nbsp;&nbsp;- CEO, Bhatia and Associates, Accounting and Law Firm, Suresh Gandhi - A very co-operative BK Soul with a long association, Namrita Yuhana - Executive at 92.3 FM Radio Channel – VPS (Off the Cuff), Atma Dayal</span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/milpitas_shivratri_6_59ab97183e.png" alt="milpitas_shivratri_6.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_milpitas_shivratri_6_59ab97183e.png 195w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_milpitas_shivratri_6_59ab97183e.png 500w," sizes="100vw" width="500px"></figure><p><br><span style="font-size:20px;">Ritu Maheshwari, VP of Festival of Globe (FOG), presented Sr. Kusum with a Certificate of Honor in recognition of her unwavering commitment to community service&nbsp;</span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/milpitas_shivratri_7_ab6eb1b0e1.png" alt="milpitas_shivratri_7.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_milpitas_shivratri_7_ab6eb1b0e1.png 195w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_milpitas_shivratri_7_ab6eb1b0e1.png 500w," sizes="100vw" width="500px"></figure><p><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>Hoisting Shiv Baba's flag, both in our hearts and as a symbolic expression</strong></span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/milpitas_shivratri_8_7a6558482d.png" alt="milpitas_shivratri_8.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_milpitas_shivratri_8_7a6558482d.png 195w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_milpitas_shivratri_8_7a6558482d.png 500w," sizes="100vw" width="500px"></figure><p><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>Baba's beloved children prepared the Brahma Bhojan</strong></span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/milpitas_shivratri_9_882b0accad.jpg" alt="milpitas_shivratri_9.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_milpitas_shivratri_9_882b0accad.jpg 234w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_milpitas_shivratri_9_882b0accad.jpg 500w," sizes="100vw" width="500px"></figure><p>To see more photos please click <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://photos.app.goo.gl/ZtsGoSbp2Ja7J7u16">here</a>.</p></div></div>

BK Silicon Valley, Milpitas(USA) Celebrates 'Maha Shivratri - The Great Night of Shiva'

<p>Om Shanti, Dear Brothers and Sisters,</p><p>Brahma Kumaris Silicon Valley, Milpitas, hosted a grand Diwali celebration on Saturday, October&nbsp;26, 2024. The joy and festive spirit of the event beautifully reflected the new world that Baba is creating. The celebration began with a Diwali dance by the children of BK Milpitas Center, followed by a captivating skit titled&nbsp;<i><strong>Ravan is Still Alive</strong></i>, illustrating the true identity of Ravan and how to overcome him through Rajyoga. Sister Kusum shared the significance of Navratri, Dussehra, and Diwali, emphasizing Baba’s task of creating the new world and its profound meaning.</p><p><strong>The event was graced by several Bay Area dignitaries.</strong></p><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:#800000;"><strong>Entertaining and insightful skit,&nbsp;Ravan is Still Alive</strong></span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_1_b3b0ad7440.png" alt="2024-10-Silicon Valley Center Hosts Grand Diwal Celebration-1.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_1_b3b0ad7440.png 195w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_1_b3b0ad7440.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_1_b3b0ad7440.png 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:#800000;"><strong>Diwali&nbsp;Dance by Baba's little angels</strong></span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_2_e42dcc16ce.jpg" alt="2024-10-Silicon Valley Center Hosts Grand Diwal Celebration-2.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_2_e42dcc16ce.jpg 234w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_2_e42dcc16ce.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_2_e42dcc16ce.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:#800000;"><strong>Lighting the light of soul consciousness and connecting to Deepraj Baba</strong></span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_3_9cd261b79c.jpg" alt="2024-10-Silicon Valley Center Hosts Grand Diwal Celebration-3.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_3_9cd261b79c.jpg 233w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_3_9cd261b79c.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_3_9cd261b79c.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:#800000;"><strong>Insightful talk by Sis Kusum&nbsp;on the topic "Ignite the Inner Light"&nbsp;highlighting the significance of God's task and the festivals celebrated in memorial of it.&nbsp;</strong></span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_4_05d0f2ee31.jpg" alt="2024-10-Silicon Valley Center Hosts Grand Diwal Celebration-4.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_4_05d0f2ee31.jpg 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_4_05d0f2ee31.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_4_05d0f2ee31.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><p><span style="color:#800000;"><strong>Candle lighting ceremony by the dignitaries</strong></span><br><span style="color:#212121;">The event was graced by various dignitaries, including council members Hon. Lien, Raj Chahal, Kevin Park, Sudanshu Jain, Congressional candidate Anita Chen, entrepreneur and venture capitalist Arvind and Renuka Relan, CFO of Palo Alto Networks Dipak Golechha, Sindhi Association Joint Secretary Kanchan Dharmani, Tech CFO Rahul Mathur, Google Engineering Director Sanjiv Narayan, and attorney and CAP Neeraj Bhatia, who joined in the Diwali spirit and gained a deeper understanding of the time and Baba's task.</span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_5_d815ac53d0.png" alt="2024-10-Silicon Valley Center Hosts Grand Diwal Celebration-5.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_5_d815ac53d0.png 195w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_5_d815ac53d0.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_5_d815ac53d0.png 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:#800000;"><strong>The audience was immersed in the joy of the Diwali program</strong></span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_6_824323b3e3.jpg" alt="2024-10-Silicon Valley Center Hosts Grand Diwal Celebration-6.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_6_824323b3e3.jpg 234w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2024_10_Silicon_Valley_Center_Hosts_Grand_Diwal_Celebration_6_824323b3e3.jpg 500w," sizes="100vw" width="500px"></figure><p><span style="color:#800000;"><strong>Link to more photos:&nbsp;</strong></span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://photos.app.goo.gl/VHvr7Nzr9TF6YkFfA"><span style="color:#283593;"><strong>https://photos.app.</strong></span></a><wbr><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://photos.app.goo.gl/VHvr7Nzr9TF6YkFfA"><span style="color:#283593;"><strong>goo.gl/VHvr7Nzr9TF6YkFfA</strong></span></a></p>

Silicon Valley Center Hosts Grand Diwali Celebration

California

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The Margate City official, Sister Waddy along with Sister Hansa as host, completed the coconut cracking and ribbon cutting ceremonies. The program was well attended by specially invited guests, including Library Managers of the Coral Springs and Pompano Beach Branches.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMDg5MTUzOTY4LFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiYmNiZjY0NWRjYjBiNjkwYiJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-1/320864285_1820629354960881_6202592771702923217_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s200x200_tt6&amp;_nc_cat=111&amp;ccb=1-7&amp;_nc_sid=fe756c&amp;_nc_ohc=YqO3emmNiJQQ7kNvgF5rhWh&amp;_nc_zt=24&amp;_nc_ht=scontent.xx&amp;edm=AFCcVE4EAAAA&amp;_nc_gid=AcdYfqYRahwX18NwVJcqp9B&amp;oh=00_AYDEx1FCEHttRUGU0RO7SIDLak3glEiZ0YnI947sLN5nSA&amp;oe=67803AD5" alt=""></a><span>City of Margate, Florida Government &nbsp;</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMDk0Mzk2ODUxLFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiM2Y3ZDFmMWE5MzM5MmFiNCJ9">2024-12-09&nbsp;</a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMDk3NTQyNTgyLFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiYzkwYzQ2NzhiZjQyMjNmZiJ9">&nbsp;</a></p><p><span>Here is to new beginnings in </span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTAxNzM2ODkwLFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiZDk3MTAwZjViODA2MjE4NSJ9"><span>#OurMargate </span></a><span>! On Saturday, December 7, the grand opening &amp; ribbon cutting of BK Meditation Center (6000 W Atlantic Blvd) was held to celebrate both the growth of local business and wellness for Margate residents and those from surrounding cities. Here you will find a spiritually rich environment to better equip yourself with tools to thrive and develop.</span></p><p><span>Learn more: </span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTA1OTMxMTk3LFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiNGI1M2IxNTE1ZWE3Y2FhNiJ9"><span>brahmakumaris.us/margate.html</span></a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTA5MDc2OTI3LFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiNTNhZWY1YjFkM2JhNTEzNSJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://scontent.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/469877273_998403618996343_8897962508408977778_n.jpg?stp=cp6_dst-jpg_p960x960_tt6&amp;_nc_cat=106&amp;ccb=1-7&amp;_nc_sid=e5c1b6&amp;_nc_ohc=ZTEKHyyEr8cQ7kNvgEZi-JZ&amp;_nc_zt=23&amp;_nc_ht=scontent.xx&amp;edm=AFCcVE4EAAAA&amp;_nc_gid=AcdYfqYRahwX18NwVJcqp9B&amp;oh=00_AYDmDD0SpYA33gcMlXPxmno4UbiRKJcazDbEEiRuRu7Tgg&amp;oe=67804781" alt=""></a></p><h2><span>IRCC participants Introductory Course.</span></h2><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>Interested participants from the IRCC convention who came to the center are now in their 5</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><h2><span>Library Service:Coral Springs</span></h2><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>The introductory and Advanced classes are already scheduled on the Broward County event calendar for the Coral Springs Library. This will begin after our return from Madhuban in February, 2025.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><h2>Festive gatherings for the Christmas and New Years seasons.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</h2><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/BLgxdlfhhbBSh5DwHp7xVRq7EgNWgCEMjQGynVc9.jpg" alt=""></p><p>During this festive end of the year period, along with rounding up 2024 activities, programs were held for regular students and newcomers who completed the classes. We watched the year pass by with great joy and feelings of happiness for the coming new year 2025.</p><h1>Visitors for month</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/3Sz9gVsWqfVvKNTtDF5vK6hOhHhgnWVgXI76IPVd.jpg" alt=""></p><p>We were happy to have Mataji Usha bhen, and her lokik family as visitors for December.</p><h1>January Activities</h1><p>A new group of 10 Participants is scheduled to begin the course at the center on Tuesdays, starting Tuesday Jan 7, 2025.</p><h1><span>MIAMI</span></h1><h1>Follow Up Interview with Br. Enrique Simó by Laura Masnatta</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/oXsystR3FnJSg9I8ksxTo2TGKpWYcYUOI7ya9KNC.png" alt=""></p><p>The podcast host <strong>Laura Masnatta </strong>who had met <strong>BK Enrique Simó </strong>at a private dinner in Miami interviewed him after his return to Madrid, Spain. This conversation (in Spanish) is about the power of a silent mind &amp; how this process of being able to calm the mind opens a big space to think clearly, be more creative and to have more understanding of the own self and others. This follow-up interview from Enrique Simo's visit to Miami continues to be well received on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTQyNjMxMzg4LFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiOWM1MjlhYmFhM2Q1NDYzNSJ9">YouTube </a>.</p><h1>Br. Vijai (from Trinidad) met the family on his way back from Madhuban</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/4jDYaWBmncIHSCYF4HwCjz4umCag7Noerk5u9ZeX.jpg" alt=""></p><h2>Miami folks at the Florida Retreat with Eric bhai (in Tampa)</h2><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTQ2ODI1Njk2LFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiNWY3ZWExMGE1Y2VhYjE3MyJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/qDbKecBPDREFhY8G9HL7P5iU479SXV8S74JgPzDR.png" alt=""></a></p><h1>Meredith interviews singer songwriter Danielle Wertz &amp; Robbie Schaefer</h1><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p><span><strong>Dec 13 </strong></span><strong>: </strong>Media Producer - host <strong>Meredith Porte </strong>was in conversation with singer/songwriters Danielle Wertz and Robbie Schaefer - the writers and stars of <strong>Both Sides Now: The music and Lives of Joni Mitchell and Leonard Cohen </strong>.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTQ5OTcxNDI4LFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiODhlMzE2NzVhNmFmZDQ2NCJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/Gb7xe9NGhPcHfAK6Qt3oBh5Wni7cFCJfVniOtuWS.png" alt=""></a></p><p><strong>Danielle Wertz </strong>(Joni Mitchell) and <strong>Robbie Schaefer </strong>(Leonard Cohen) , the writers and stars of the musical review, give insights into the making of this show . It features 13 songs including Hallelujah, Big Yellow Taxi , Suzanne and Who By Fire.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>Murli with the Colombia family</strong></h2><p>Dec 10: Sr. Waddy with Colombia familia</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/qnJy5zdbFumu3chOvyf6WxoiFnRfFaxuXM1eMWXX.png" alt=""></p><h1>Eric bhai visiting Miami after the Florida retreat</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/nLqUrq4ePDUxpsrLWQlcH6lh6S3XuUP5GF0BRLRb.jpg" alt=""></p><h1>Meredith interviews artist Sharon Rosenfeld Scott whose art invites meditation!</h1><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTU0MTY1NzM1LFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiZTg4Yzg0ZjQ0ZThiZDliZiJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/SOlRnSx1HIOzAWX8oameQW02bRaIYj9XPbNOKXqn.png" alt=""></a></p><p><strong>Dec 27: </strong>Media Producer - host <strong>Meredith Porte </strong>was in conversation with landscape fine artist Sharon Rosenfeld Scott whose work gives an experience of the tranquil coastal landscape. Sharon Rosenfeld Scott's art is like jumping into shifting colors of light blue and turquoise water. She paints blissful places with a unique enjoyment of pristine sites. Based in Martha's Vineyard, MA, she has also lived and been inspired by Florida's coastal landscape. Her desire is to capture moments of joy and share it with others.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><h1>Elon bhai in Madhuban</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/Bd96lGvc8zWGZXj1TGTByOijSjxMJGrC3XfIApbl.png" alt=""></p><p>Receiving Toli and blessings from Sudesh Didi</p><p>(from Nov Madhuban Meeting)&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><h1>Christmas with the family</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/9lezJdUX1hGaLsLwU4lCRO9PHd1jCU5r9IgM1hd8.png" alt=""></p><h1>Amar in Peace Village for the New Year Retreat</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/9ywMlBKA3tsuKUXQagmg4poOBHixs2Jwg75DAAv0.jpg" alt=""></p><h1>Special Upcoming Events</h1><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTYzNjAyOTI3LFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiNDAwMWRlZmZhNWJlODU5ZCJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/Z1B6SeXks9UO3IA2Sa8XYQbTdLwsRaNo77oUIyAs.jpg" alt=""></a></p><p>Online session via Zoom :</p><p>click on the invite above for the zoom registration link</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTY3Nzk3MjMzLFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiYzI0ZjUyN2NjMDBlNmEyYyJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/aEWpVLYOmQJUv0TkBpGprpvIx8pzLqSnTdB7ng88.jpg" alt=""></a></p><p>In-person event :</p><p>click on the invite above for the registration link - <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTcxOTkxNTM4LFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiYTJjNTlhMWI2MzFiOGE5ZCJ9">tinyurl.com/PullmanJan</a></p><h1><span>NAPLES</span></h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/iKUXscrVLpXmuxt5ajijwoHy64mwlAQ4HgNVvP6N.jpg" alt=""></p><p>Naples classes are in full swing continuing in 2025. Four days a week we are serving the community with classes.&nbsp;<br>The Florida retreat was such a divine celebration with the Family. A special thank you for Sr. Shireen and the retreat team. May 2025 gives us all wings of light to serve the world.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTc3MjM0NDE5LFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiNjM1OGQ3N2RjOTllNzM5MiJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/DRdYnkvJh63wQ9Gk2zpKpVPl2kgwWb191641VLYa.gif" alt=""></a></p><p>Naples group at the Florida Retreat</p><h1><span>DELRAY</span></h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/bY3ahywSkQ49PjI4PNWe9Y9fFzPURsrmpndhhJQH.gif" alt=""></p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p><br><strong>Florida Retreat :</strong></p><p>A wonderful Retreat in Tampa both in person and online.</p><p>Tampa's ever generous Open-Hearted Hosting. always appreciated.</p><p>Nice connection with Avyakti Parivar.</p><p>Brother Eric an inspiration.</p><p>Ongoing Classes</p><p>Some New Faces joining in as well as some who come regularly.</p><p>Some of us able to join with Miami Family this month.</p><p>Gratitude for all.</p><p>Happy New Year!&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><h1>&nbsp;</h1><p><strong>Not only was Deborah’s unique story featured in the latest USA newsletter, but she also shared an uplifting tip to the Tuesday morning 10:30am meditation zoomers with one of her Yuktis.</strong></p><p><strong>Beautiful meditations took place at Peace Place in Miramar with Madhiban pilgrims sharing drishti and inspiration to 18 souls.</strong></p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTg1NjIzMDMwLFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiZTE1ZjBiYWRkMjM5MThmZCJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/laOReoozVDeaWHRrsamuoziHQ1NReHHvqddtQ3wU.png" alt=""></a></p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>UPCOMING: Next meditation in Miramar is Friday, January 10, 2025, 6:30 pm. RSVP 954 801-6639.</strong></p><p>.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><h2>Some glimpses from the Florida Retreat 2024 in Tampa</h2><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTkyOTYzMDY0LFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiMWM3ZjIwZThlMGEzMmI1ZSJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/Htw0z6N8DBNvfVjmSVEO6YQuFXdFbBDrH8y1Odqg.gif" alt=""></a></p><h1><span>PUERTO RICO&nbsp;</span></h1><h2>Christmas Reflection and Dinner</h2><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/8XMLYGYw57IlGcNiQYkTIsLvNf66TebmpkHfbBci.jpg" alt=""></p><h1><span>TAMPA</span></h1><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTQyNzk1ODgyMTk4MjA1OTQ1LFwiclwiOjE0Mjc5NTg5MzQzNDc0NjU4N30iLCJzIjoiMGJmZGU0OWNmYTI0ZmUzNSJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/ZQxwB99l3GHutP2JtVDB2wSWkvwOhgYUXr9HrByW.png" alt=""></a></p><h4>Glimpses from the Florida Retreat hosted in Tampa</h4><h1>Special Guest: Ericbhai</h1><p>The Tampa Center was honored to have Ericbhai as our special guest. Although the purpose of the visit was to facilitate the Florida Retreat, during his time in Tampa he helped host a special breakfast for Important Person’s in which the conversation revolved around What time is calling us to do?&nbsp;<br><br>He also had a dinner and chit chat with all of the Tampa BK brothers.</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/cgL8Uvqq3BazucuMDxOMnTlBTOpOm9q4rIrmnjBa.jpg" alt=""></p><h1>Visitors to Tampa</h1><p>We were blessed with visits this month from Sister Mary from Chicago who joined the retreat as an honorary Floridian.</p><p>Sister Gita from Madhuban stayed at the center for a few days prior to the retreat.</p><p>Sister Klig from Canada visited for a few days after the retreat.</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/OCM57Yyet41x1ISpduhfwVpcnMhW4gPR91N4FfPM.jpg" alt=""></p><h1>Monthly offerings</h1><p><strong>Inspired Consciousness Series&nbsp;</strong><br>Throughout August spiritual insights sessions contributed to personal development and individual growth. A wide range of spiritual topics was covered by a variety of experienced yogis including Br. Manoj; Br. Pritesh; Sr Saraswati; Sr Tara; Sr Nitya; Sr Dipti; Sr Dhani; Sr Jaymini</p><p><strong>Soulful Sundays</strong></p><p>Every Sunday a session including a short spiritual talk, spiritual conversations, and 30 minutes of collective meditation for self-reflection was held. Sessions are covered by Sister Karen.</p><h1>Up-Coming Programs</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/EPOcncrp9GcCO6IzbHY9hk2lkfTzVMrEQITF1sbn.png" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/8NlW4aCshI6bAFeKYxWcMIMGLWt5gCkAtWBldWqD.png" alt=""></p><h1>OCALA</h1><h2>College of Central Florida in Ocala.</h2><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/lOJLaseyf6dI4UibH8Pb7sXKMnSXp0atWujqC3zm.jpg" alt=""></p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p><br><strong>Dec 4: Sr. Anne </strong>presented two classes on meditation and spirituality as part of the Comparative Religions program at the college. This is an ongoing partnership of service spanning 15 years.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><h1>&nbsp;</h1><h1>Events:</h1><p>On Sunday, December 22nd, we had a delightful Christmas celebration at our center, filled with delicious food, joyful moments, and a special visit from Santa. The event became even more memorable as we celebrated the 85th birthdays of two cherished brothers, BK Govind and BK Kanubai, along with the birthday of a dear sister visiting from California. It was a heartwarming day of love, laughter, and togetherness.&nbsp;<br><br>We also had an inspiring Zoom session with Sister Mohini, filled with powerful insights and uplifting vibrations.</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/MrpWf7azcO5ttd8l9KQJGmQp9ebwEUCOxZoR4mkL.jpg" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/kcp5CHZ2mpHpBnxdntKcXcSNRnJkrrsMZowina7f.jpg" alt=""></p><p><strong>Miscellaneous</strong></p><p>We are delighted to share that online Murli class are being conducted daily in both English and Hindi. Many new students are joining the 7 days course. In December we had the privilege of welcoming many BKs from Michigan, North Carolina and California.</p>

Brahma Kumaris Florida Service Newsletter - December 2024

<p><a>View in browser </a><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/i14L5rVMD0hNOdQ1JuacjDslBiSWRMcxVY9q9Vxt.png" alt=""></p><h1><span>FLORIDA &amp; PUERTO RICO</span></h1><h1><span>SERVICE NEWSLETTER</span></h1><h1><span><strong>November 2024</strong></span></h1><h1>Florida Pilgrims in Madhuban</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/ftSTOzvjjp0KnIJSoKq3arUkTKJPCS4A6JQF7ACf.jpg" alt=""></p><p>With <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.brahmakumaris.com/rajyogteachers/bk-mohini/"><strong>Mohini Didi </strong></a>- the additional administrative head of the Brahma Kumaris</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/S124W6G1eN8n9E6BT8CQ7A7ZPBaZtvRPxic1f2eH.jpg" alt=""></p><p>With <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.brahmakumaris.com/rajyogteachers/bk-sudesh-didi/">Sudesh Didi </a>- the joint administrative head of the Brahma Kumaris</p><h1>Upcoming: Florida Family Retreat</h1><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://tiny.cc/2024Retreat"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/Jtam12d6F8xfTzxyDgsxLfiJ0cMUhH9HUSfvPLW4.jpg" alt=""></a></p><p>Florida BK Students are welcome to inform their center and register via the link below</p><h1><span>MARGATE</span></h1><h1><span>Happy gathering of light to celebrate Diwali 2024</span></h1><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>A gathering of love and light to radiate divine light on the auspicious day of Diwali.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/TmYiSv97SyDPakJrWPnQP3dqI1mhObiY3lUmerxC.png" alt=""></p><h2><span>Opening of New Center in Commercial Space</span></h2><p>New commercial Center is being decorated and prepared for service to the public. Normal BK classes are taking place while design and preparations are being made for official opening to the public is scheduled for <strong>Dec 7, 2024 </strong>.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><h1><span>Library service: Coral Springs</span></h1><p>Students completed both the introductory and Advanced classes. Participants will continue follow up support classes and sessions at the new center. This space was needed for follow-up sustenance from library and other venues.</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/VdeFq40nryWUhrJMLeuMQRQvTlE0nu9RJsbPIQuz.png" alt=""></p><h2>Indian Regional and Cultural Center 2024</h2><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/0M9AEy7Z0jA33oR8mI7I9mN1qB5XobCXec07hRQv.png" alt=""></p><p><strong>Annual Diwali Grand Celebrations </strong>was held at the Fort Lauderdale Convention Center of November 16, 2024. As usual, we were assigned a booth at no cost in the non-profit section. Being happy with our ongoing participation over the past years, we were told that from 2025, we will be allotted 2 booths instead of one. Many thanks to the <strong>IRCC </strong>staff for allowing us this opportunity to serve thousands.</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/l9lYhMHMJYGW0EdsJUJXZgXwzPHfLsKxOFnjc1bq.jpg" alt=""></p><h4><br>&nbsp;</h4><h1>IRCC participants - First class at the center</h1><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Interested participants from the IRCC convention came to the center for their first class of the introductory course.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><h1><span>MIAMI</span></h1><h1>Diwali Celebrations</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/NEKUd30gbkegykwEa7OUVhSDkgmH7M1MlCLByI45.png" alt=""></p><p><strong>More pics of Miami Diwali celebrations - </strong><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.icloud.com/sharedalbum/#B1w5ON9t3JxkVr"><span><strong>click here</strong></span></a></p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/SltCV5pNqdOPX8GIuagNot6QMfpSHSdX1UXIZmbv.png" alt=""></p><p>Meeta in Mumbai where Divya bhen (Borivali) and Shuba bhen (MiraRoad) visit lokik home on Diwali.</p><h1>Meredith interviews Dr. Edith Shiro - clinical psychologist and author</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/ZFx5hSjQEztgoLYOb7YhHN65lDUV24z9W890Hq5s.png" alt=""></p><p><span><strong>Nov 1 </strong></span><strong>: </strong>Media Producer - host <strong>Meredith Porte </strong>was in conversation with <strong>Dr. Edith Shiro </strong>is a leading licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in trauma and posttraumatic growth. She has developed a groundbreaking approach to healing from trauma to renewal. Dr. Shiro who is in private practice in Miami, is co-founder of the Trauma and Resilience Center. In her book , she shares a new model for posttraumatic growth, a transformative process that helps people heal, achieve growth and expand consciousness.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><h2><strong>ThanksGiving Celebrations</strong></h2><p>Gratitude for everything or Gratitude in everything?&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/BnVva0dCJAYKcMrZ8xw88XnnJZBidBRhGB1P5Z66.png" alt=""></p><h2>Aruna bhen &amp; Raj bhai getting their badge</h2><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/oaSoeVexesomaEUaUW56eeNI1O0jEpx2ZlhMLhgu.png" alt=""> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bMamhXAHjs&amp;t=17s"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/OdWoLeuKkSpC9btobCa8J8QFLfmISoSVLs4wkCcy.png" alt=""></a></p><h1>The Miami Center showed our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bMamhXAHjs&amp;t=17s">happy faces </a>to the public on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.givemiamiday.org/organization/Bkmiamimeditationcenter">Give Miami Day </a>- Nov 18</h1><p>The Miami Center showed our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4bMamhXAHjs&amp;t=17s">happy faces </a>to the public on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.givemiamiday.org/organization/Bkmiamimeditationcenter">Give Miami Day </a>, an annual event showcasing more than 1,300 local nonprofit organizations. The platform provided by the Miami Foundation featured many opportunities for the public to be involved. The Miami Center featured our public programs in English and Spanish, our workplace meditation programs, and a preview of "The Soul I Am" campaign.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><h1>Meredith interviews Elliot Levy - endocrinologist and author</h1><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MBWu8neRDTc"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/gOMa9B0w8ZgWGC4i7iAtUxCaQSUy3dbaf8hiG2VA.png" alt=""></a></p><p><span><strong>Nov 1 </strong></span><strong>: </strong>Media Producer - host <strong>Meredith Porte </strong>was in conversation with <strong>Dr. Elliot Levy, </strong>M.D distinguished endocrinologist and author.</p><p>Dr. Elliot Levy 's new book "LIVE TO 120...A PROVEN PROTOCOL FOR BABY BOOMERS," is filled with medical research and practical tips which challenge aging. His extensive research encourages optimal health and a more vibrant life. Dr. Elliot Levy who is a distinguished endocrinologist was in private practice in Florida.</p><h1>Marianne in Peace Village</h1><p>Marianne was at the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.peacevillageretreat.org/"><span>BK Retreat and learning center - Peace Village </span></a>(NY) to facilitate the Path of Love retreat where attendees from all over US participated. In the picture below is <span><strong>Yesenia </strong>- an attendee from Miami with <strong>Marianne </strong>.</span></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.peacevillageretreat.org/"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/nKX8pSAp8BU1raNRxFERDEGMWUjEMQcH9VidyqbR.jpg" alt=""></a></p><h1>Madhuban Pilgrims</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/fW0YbdAlvypPUoWki8g2hMzQhesQct6iw6NkLOoJ.png" alt=""></p><p>10 Miami souls - Tej, Dev, Roz, Rosa, Sheila, Ganga, Daisy, Liana, Donna and Sandra came back with many precious Madhuban experiences.</p><h1>BK Kathy facilitates online session on "Distress to De-stress"</h1><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ee3FJ3XRpzM"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/M13eIjAgDrSDrZtjBl3E6pleElxSGmgXNjKDnypb.png" alt=""></a></p><p>BK Kathy PhD (CEO, Former Professor and Meditation Teacher) was the guest facilitator for an online interactive session on "From Distress to De-Stress" which is part of the the Wellbeing series hosted by Florida Engineering Society (FES-Miami). In this session, talked about what is Stress and the burden of Stress. She also shared the practical tools for Self-management and Destressing. The session ends with a guided meditation and De-Stressing Practice.</p><h1><span>NAPLES</span></h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/NcHig9u4zV0MvDYkKTp4vxlA88tHQtXxA3DCKOWi.png" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/xdikstCaYUg9EWIBlTUv9i5bAbpINuX43QuK6toP.png" alt=""></p><h1><span>DELRAY</span></h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/FeuyHzsJDMfDaGhHDHkwY6UeRjybtTEnzbWfPLo7.jpg" alt=""></p><p>Thanksgiving Day</p><p>Thank you for Thanksgiving a few from Delray appreciatively joined in Miami's festivities. Acknowledge, Accept, Appreciate then Understand.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><p>A Month of Cooperation, Trust, Stability Appreciation Generosity and Gratitude. Lovely Classes and Learning.</p><p>GRATITUDE is a vibration that attracts EVEN MORE&nbsp;<br>POSITIVE ENERGY!</p><p>Enjoyed Madhuban Pilgrims sharing pearls.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><h1>&nbsp;</h1><p><strong>Joy of The Divine Family In Our Beloved Madhuban.&nbsp;</strong><br><strong>The collage shows the joy of Baba’s children in our divine home, Madhuban.</strong></p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/mISfxcknG4jF8TbW2PrqMMjRYzpiy9n33gciMdgs.jpg" alt=""></p><p>Ongoing&nbsp;<br><br><strong>In-person Meditation: </strong>Thursdays at Roz and Saturdays at Dania Beach Library.&nbsp;<br><strong>Zoom </strong>Murli class Thursdays with Ganga.</p><p><strong>Sunrise Beach </strong>Meditation &amp; Murli at Hollywood beach.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><h1><span>PUERTO RICO&nbsp;</span></h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/6xaCzglyirTRr6yGTKs6PVZ14Fzet7uGeniXw5Eo.jpg" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/6sQCeE3Gu5L5mb59G8rf9TDvArEAeniATU2NoSUc.jpg" alt=""></p><h1>Br. Enrique Visits from Madrid, Spain</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/JCRgDZNvqgmMk8EPQdCMPbdeCj18AjJStLHFhlZ3.jpg" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/cqxHXJH9gWWbdJ58njuIp4E275fJssrkYXG8y1rG.jpg" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/SRfCddjSZQfo5qfqGOW8CXehUfdjLpJFHwOFD5JW.jpg" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/2ccZQxe9Y57e6aOfDg3kgVcZcmjLVDZB93Nd5Ezi.jpg" alt=""></p><h1><span>TAMPA</span></h1><h1>Diwali Celebrations</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/idFd1nzWFXrrUJhwus4KILHJyHkYL3VVWqvnM9s6.png" alt=""></p><p>The Tampa center celebrated two Diwali programs.</p><p>The first was for Brahmins in which we had a candle lighting ceremony to ignite any missing divine virtues from the source if Divine Light. Then each soul received a beautiful gift box filled with delicious Diwali snacks.</p><p>A few hours later, another program was held for the public which included a talk by Sister Shireen about the true essence of Diwali, toli &amp; blessings followed by rangoli, Garba and diya decorating. Each soul got to take their diya home as a reminder to keep the light of the soul lit.</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/Y9PGtyeAYqSnEThz3ED48UbQe3KRTl4EhGBgr6td.png" alt=""></p><h2>Snow Birds in Tampa</h2><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/tpc7ZtKgwyqD1dM9UIVRKW9tG3XCrnvkXjXub3zQ.jpg" alt=""></p><p>Snow birds from Canada - Sisters Judi &amp; Tanya visited Tampa and hosted a public program called Doing Spirituality in which they discussed the parallels between fitness and spirituality and how to bring those concepts into actions.</p><h1>Visit to Our Beautiful Madhuban</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/gzAL98skXYtHWkB1KYhiB1QZUU7qERKs9UUi3mh9.jpg" alt=""></p><p><br>Tara, Aruna, Rita, Rishi and Dani, Baba’s pilgrims enjoyed their time in our beloved Madhuban.</p><h1>Thanksgiving</h1><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/V6L2spYjwBKM0Th1q1gzGL39k7A5norl04rZefVL.jpg" alt=""></p><p>On Sunday, November 24th we celebrated Thanksgiving. Brother Pavan from Virginia visited our center, delivering an insightful talk on the spiritual significance of Thanksgiving. He concluded the gathering by offering bhog to Baba, creating a deeply uplifting and memorable experience for all.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/pAgN7jF8L3E2fFIoqlHe55bKZOZnWu1FYtuBMcMa.jpg" alt=""></p><p>On the same day, we had our Christmas Tree lighting by children. Children's heartfelt expressions of gratitude to Baba made the day truly memorable.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Miscellaneous</strong></p><p>Our center offers regular online Murli classes in both Hindi and English, along with ongoing children’s classes. We are also seeing many new students enrolling for the 7-day course. Additionally, every third Saturday, we hold a Yog Bhatti to enrich our spiritual and physical practices.</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

Florida Service Newsletter - November 2024

<p><span>&nbsp;</span><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/8hPxOw89f0OTWazJdWsmcA9oaLRyHMbQ553NING3.png" alt=""></p><h1><span>FLORIDA &amp; PUERTO RICO</span></h1><h1><span>SERVICE NEWSLETTER</span></h1><h1><span><strong>AUGUST 2024</strong></span></h1><h1><span>TAMPA</span></h1><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/unuEa9gs8P6tOpBNpEffvBrUMCpsQPzwNIY7Afiw.png" alt=""></figure><h1>Rakhi Celebration</h1><p>The Tampa center had a long Rakhi celebration as we had Tropical Storm Debbie join us for our originally planned event. Nevertheless many courageous and determined souls joins both the BK session and the one for the public. The next Sunday, an additional ceremony was held for those who could not brave the storm.</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/YgxHJJXfy1jfG0wBDgogTGT6acY5BIamTiLx02jt.png" alt=""></figure><h1>Special guests</h1><p>Sister Anjani from NY tied Rakhis and Br Michael from AZ stayed for the week..</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/peszmFhKu3jt6AJxRYpb46ZBzQbHWEfrZZI6ImgG.png" alt=""></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><h1>On-going Programs:</h1><p><strong>Inspired Consciousness Series&nbsp;</strong><br>Throughout August spiritual insights sessions contributed to personal development and individual growth. A wide range of spiritual topics was covered by a variety of experienced yogis including Br. Manoj; Br. Pritesh; Sr Saraswati; Sr Tara; Sr Nitya; Sr Dipti; Sr Dhani; Sr Jaymini</p><p><strong>Soulful Sundays</strong></p><p>Every Sunday a session including a short spiritual talk, spiritual conversations, and 30 minutes of collective meditation for self-reflection was held. Sessions are covered by Sister Karen.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/VM3Bt6IpQoFPzdJfgXZqNMKRy18QOKTj9gdK7a8x.png" alt=""></figure><h1>Up-coming Programs</h1><p>Learn to Meditate In person.&nbsp;<br>Learn to Meditate Online.</p><h1><span>NAPLES</span></h1><p>Sister Yolanda was in Peacevillage for 2 weeks and is now traveling to Europe!</p><p>Sister Pat, Kristina and brother Vivek are running the programs, Murli’s and Meditation evenings</p><h1><span>MIAMI</span></h1><h1>Meditation Experience for Florida Engineers</h1><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/ZVdMg80QbItKqPtiVMYud77EbPIjJ6dP1QLv3Jqh.jpg" alt=""></figure><p>Aug 8 - <strong>Sr. Waddy </strong>kicked off the Florida Engineering Society (FES) installation event with meditation where the gathering of 160 engineers had an opportunity to connect with their true self. <strong>Brad </strong>participated in the gathering and <strong>Tej </strong>was the elected incoming president of the engineering group who were installed that evening.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/NUKMBsYx3yD1ILTJIT3KseDVOlHpzNgG4gCpnFos.jpg" alt=""></figure><h1>Meet Luz Pellegrino - Founder of JothiVita Ayurvedic Spa and Wellbeing Center</h1><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/eBZX1r2SzYEOCSsCLJuEgI5dOvQuvnVllQnj0zp1.png" alt=""></figure><p><strong>August 10 : </strong>Media Producer - host <strong>Meredith Porte </strong>was in conversation with <strong>Luz Pellegrino </strong>- Founder of a Wellbeing Center. Born and raised in Mexico city, Luz was influenced by her mother who introduced her to spiritual philosophy from India in her teen years. Luz shares her heartfelt experience of being on a spiritual path for wellness. Click <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTMyNjQ4ODk1OTY5NzU2NTk2LFwiclwiOjEzMjY0ODg5NjE0MTcyMzQyNH0iLCJzIjoiYzQwOWIxNjBiMzRlMzNjNCJ9"><span><strong>here </strong></span></a>to revisit the conversation.</p><h1>Florida Visitor</h1><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/6izZStck3NpB8FWV8nxGgPr7uNETAkUun7KCLvxE.jpg" alt=""></figure><p>Sr Sindoor with lokik dad visiting from Kerala, India&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><h1>Sr. Waddy in Peace Village for 25 years celebrations of the retreat place.</h1><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/pr91M6by0NYm2wHzQOb25zmdlueNs0wbKrCAVk9E.png" alt=""></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/ZfU4HNj346wSi3ZeATuDbwIHzaXrSTUhDs79UOOE.jpg" alt=""></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/ITJWfOnd0yTOwIvKgmRndeY4ybag0dfIvvtgUCGA.png" alt=""></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/cXpVY0PzMwpLh0l0tTM2rOG68QWkKsncn5G0xuQV.png" alt=""></figure><h1>Meet Yadira Capaz - a research based teaching artist</h1><p><strong>August 24 : </strong>Media Producer - host <strong>Meredith Porte </strong>was in conversation with Yadira Capaz who is a research based teaching artist who's on a mission of engaging communities in climate justice, wellness, arts and culture. With a lifelong passion for creativity, Yadira facilitates, coordinates and produces workshops, retreats and conferences on leadership, creativity and human connections and shares her gift of experiential learning.</p><h1>Promotion, promotion, promotion!</h1><p>The center has been buzzing with several promotional activities for the upcoming session with Sr. Shivani on Sept 21st.</p><p><br>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/BRNbM68leUnXzQPKyCK4Z5soOIq5eHvjAKJhTUo7.png" alt=""></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/9xqrCglqdvTQ1KOxDZPTd1W6b6Iqkh8eM1JpwHBm.png" alt=""></figure><p>Don’t miss conversation between <strong>Raj Shah - Magazine Editor And Co-Founder Of Desh-Videsh Magazine </strong>and Meredith Porte. This Well-Known Publication Promotes The Rich Culture And History Of India. Raj Has Teamed Up With The Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center In Miami To Present Spiritual Teacher Sister Shivani.</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><a href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/td/c/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTMyNjQ4ODk1OTg3NTgyMzkyLFwiclwiOjEzMjY0ODg5NjE0MTcyMzQyNH0iLCJzIjoiZDg5NWE2NjllZWYzNjgzMyJ9" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/h5zU1jJJ80cyMhVzikDCUJkaTqkS4ezY8CmvlGuY.png" alt=""></a></figure><h1>DELRAY</h1><h1>Raksha Bhandan</h1><p>July finished with Rakkhi in Miami and August Started with Rakkhi in Delray with Waddybhen when she came for a Saturday morning Murli Class.&nbsp;<br>Rozbhen came just after Waddybhen left and gave Shivanibhen cards fresh off the press to spread far and wide.</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/2sxDCALWx4BHsQvB17GSUfr1fY8slGRNNz2Agg27.jpg" alt=""></figure><h1>HOLLYWOOD/MIRAMAR</h1><h1>Powerful Miramar Rakhi</h1><p>with Sr. Hansa tying.</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/jdQpTFpurIbGWsYfCgCOe2S1iB92ZjnPCgVw8o2r.jpg" alt=""></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/1IQhWP5qhArsggDrO04UrBobckp3CpeBJHYnDdYo.png" alt=""></figure><h1><strong>India Independence Day celebration at the Broward Center for the performing arts.</strong></h1><p><strong>Promotion, Promotion Promotion </strong>—Baba’s beads coming closer. Zeal and enthusiasm is growing for Sr. Shivani’s program.</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/dezmsu7fQaUpKSpqVKo6zIlb5e2hqdmHY1ocB8Xi.jpg" alt=""></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/1FGry9vs5KxXgcUBUZNTg6z0TSKTuKDwzf0c0QbW.jpg" alt=""></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/T0peGUWNP7UpmABDSUZ96R4XzWBWcr78IWGoBjWW.jpg" alt=""></figure><h1>ORLANDO</h1><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/3RamGrDdFOlKk8FFMCqdda2s7wxoQmCMobhNzAy3.jpg" alt=""></figure><h1>Mrs Florida...</h1><p>We are thrilled to announce that Sister Jana from our center has won the prestigious title of Mrs. Florida. Winning this title is an outstanding achievement. Congratulations to her for this remarkable accomplishment.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>On Sunday, 18th August </strong>we had an exceptional Raksha Bandan celebration with Sister Waddy. The experience was incredibly powerful and truly powerful.&nbsp;<br><strong>On Saturday, 24th August </strong>we had a very powerful and a successful yoga Bhatti. It was a truly profound experience.&nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/H4PdOvZdZWV228VlvaXarJB8mi6UnC9VkPIXVsnI.jpg" alt=""></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><h1>On-going Programs:</h1><p>We have online daily Murli, 7 days course via in person classes and zoom.</p><h1><span>MARGATE&nbsp;</span></h1><h1><strong>Raksha Bandhan:</strong></h1><p>Several Raksha Bandhan programs were scheduled during this special month of August 2024, as follows:&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>1. At the Center: Special gathering or Baba’s special angels spent in renewing an strengthening our personal promises to Baba.</p><p>2. Special Rakhi program for group who just completed the Raja Yoga course at the Coral Springs library. 20-25 souls tied their first rakhi with Baba. They expressed their happiness and were eager to sacrifice their weaknesses in the flame.</p><p>3. A special program was held at Sister Ganga’s place. A unique gathering of Baba’s BK angels and contacts celebrated this special occasion with Baba.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/pG82lG6TkVXIIpL7jODSe4ZkilGsb7nXbAFsTEvo.png" alt=""></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><h1>Raj Yoga Course at the libraries:&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</h1><p>The Foundation Course continued regularly at the Coral Springs Library. The advance sessions were completed with this group around the middle of August.</p><p>The Introductory course was started at the Coconut Creek Library and is scheduled for Wednesdays, at this branch. There will be a break of 2 weeks before starting the advanced classes.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/jwYZUd0Z3kKLYjQf7zoOzGAxEJTB2WZyH4WB2uuK.png" alt=""></figure><h1><strong>Sister Shivani's Program:</strong></h1><p>As the date approaches, attempts continue to contact various organizations such as temples, groups, Indian stores etc. to publicize and promote the event. The response is very positive.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><h1>Travel in August:</h1><p>Sister Hansa and brother Chandra travel to Canada.</p><h1>PUERTO RICO</h1><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/Mw9HlfT06uQQ2hC2MD2spX7KMwpSCPIWMcD57v2l.jpg" alt=""></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/3GeZRAPTXYrs37pwjJIydq2Zr2q4mFOcMEURhS6m.jpg" alt=""></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/fE0gsB5XJFHUxD4fbQMM8w1iGvoVdsJxY6Q6NmDF.jpg" alt=""></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/mEH6m9XoSXpGdGGGXvbTSO63fyYqWM5UwMVtuXa0.jpg" alt=""></figure>

FLORIDA & PUERTO RICO SERVICE NEWSLETTER AUGUST 2024

<p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/tf/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTM1NjQwMjMyMzU0NjQ1NTU0LFwiclwiOjEzNTY0MDIzMjYwMjEwOTAzM30iLCJzIjoiNDRjOTkwOWU1MDlhNWU3ZSJ9">View in browser </a><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/8hPxOw89f0OTWazJdWsmcA9oaLRyHMbQ553NING3.png" alt=""></p><h1>FLORIDA &amp;&nbsp;PUERTO RICO</h1><h1>SERVICE NEWSLETTER</h1><h3><strong>SEPTEMBER 2024</strong></h3><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/tf/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTM1NjQwMjMyMzYwOTM3MDM1LFwiclwiOjEzNTY0MDIzMjYwMjEwOTAzM30iLCJzIjoiOTM1YTU3MjJmNWM1MGM5NiJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/g8SGkTHprplTbF1cLQ9midQPEe0uxrSYflCZ8N7e.jpg" alt=""></a></p><h1><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/tf/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTM1NjQwMjMyMzY1MTMxMzUxLFwiclwiOjEzNTY0MDIzMjYwMjEwOTAzM30iLCJzIjoiOGMyMThhNTFhYmUzYjc0MiJ9"><span>Welcoming Sr. Shivani to Miami</span></a></h1><h1>PUERTO RICO</h1><h2>Rakhi Celebrations with Sr. Marianne - Costa Rica</h2><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/dGTJsOXuLeGn7OtGSg6tLbuJsOAAw3hGfY5NV4a0.jpg" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/oDLrKB9piG41nF7a29iWdEHf3pb6aozAc9rQNLx2.jpg" alt=""></p><h2>At the Municipality of Cayey</h2><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/RaSGf84m0KL9cm9YN0LteaxNlC8LO3K3Zoh4FDQP.jpg" alt=""></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Contented Hearts ~ after a class at the College of Engineers</h2><p>&nbsp;</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/BW0jWqdngaJRifjnhZ7OJyF7IYekGQLL7UpQBQ9X.jpg" alt=""></p><h2>Shiv Shakti Leadership Training</h2><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/zqjN29OZ7L2pyQnqMwgUvvImoB0gc9RTU8OxdXNZ.jpg" alt=""></p><h2>Travels to Miami</h2><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/YFLjYCg2PqphTi0oKcURJ2Ovdcwm8TXIIatiATYH.jpg" alt=""></p><h1>HOLLYWOOD/MIRAMAR</h1><h3>Murli and event with Sis. Shivani&nbsp;</h3><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/zIxavqaXVT4TxTVbDpccGMYCuAO82Kt3tJpllJIu.jpg" alt=""></p><h3>Raja Yoga course at Peace Place, with souls who had attended Sis. Shivani’s event.</h3><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/rlAsbrCvXz5cYPKwfUcAOh94WQPo96ifQ62ReZx0.jpg" alt=""></p><h2>Pre-event Hollywood sewadharis</h2><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/iVfSci21Z6y5aUfUZOwv8wbMoNlwyCs5tIg1O764.jpg" alt=""></p><h1><span>TAMPA</span></h1><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>TOLI SERVICE:</h3><p>The Tampa Center had the fortune of assisting Miami with the Shivani program by making toli and chevra. Many serviceable instruments joyfully made 2,700 tolis and 2,600 packages of chevra.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/vdx8KUeKlCPMXEk6Vhus9rbC7kjTtxgqv3xmPyi0.jpg" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/KsKoGsViqhFtJNRB3bGp2Q1IfvDZah9RjQqyu79o.jpg" alt=""> <a><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/ZQ5KOomrQcFHaQ4GAHZsh8Zd7jgfBUVyUduzrAcm.png" alt=""></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>Hurricane Helene:</h2><p>The Tampa area was buzzed by the damaging Hurricane Helene. The center and the family were under Baba's canopy of protection as none sustained injuries or property damage. A few in the BK family went without power, water and internet for a few days, but that was all. We are currently doing a lot of mansa seva for those who were not as fortunate.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><h2>On-going Programs:</h2><p><strong>Inspired Consciousness Series&nbsp;</strong><br>Throughout September spiritual insights sessions contributed to personal development and individual growth. A wide range of spiritual topics was covered by a variety of experienced yogis including Br. Manoj; Br. Pritesh; Sr Saraswati; Sr Tara; Sr Nitya; Sr Dipti; Sr Dhani; Sr Jaymini</p><p><strong>Soulful Sundays</strong></p><p>Every Sunday a session including a short spiritual talk, spiritual conversations, and 30 minutes of collective meditation for self-reflection was held. Sessions are covered by Sister Karen.</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/in1JEvWznVu9gzjPaAu9Kc6WZaTBFSRMQktVW5au.jpg" alt=""></p><h2>Up-coming Programs</h2><p>Learn to Meditate In person.&nbsp;<br>Learn to Meditate Online.</p><h1><span>NAPLES</span></h1><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In September, we took a group of newer students to Sr. Shivani's inspiring program.&nbsp;<br><br>Our Tuesday evening class topics included: the balance of responsibility and surrender, finding stability in an uncertain world, self-care, and the miraculous journey of the soul and self-compassion.</p><p><a><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/ntu6L8NfTClhS8HkTau32Rh4PxUdPWLf8njsiCpr.png" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/CEOw86dCY2NuaxWEf0Dnps8U49lw81Kg0rYQrDGU.png" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/aFfqbKpuCGYtpzLLTiFi3hz9f3ZMIcsMWjOg90eM.jpg" alt=""></a></p><h1><span>MIAMI</span></h1><h3>NBC 6 features: The Power of Meditation</h3><h3>Interview of Sr. Shivani by anchor Roxanne Vargas</h3><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/tf/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTM1NjQwMjMyMzc0NTY4NTcwLFwiclwiOjEzNTY0MDIzMjYwMjEwOTAzM30iLCJzIjoiNjc2YzU4NTNiNDQyYzQwMiJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/OFIQJJrf6woaKkOOKABEYpK5H4G5OW2ghSQtp6d9.png" alt=""></a></p><p><strong>September 20: </strong>NBC 6 news program with Roxanne Vargas featured an exclusive interview with BK Sr. Shivani on the Power of Meditation.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/tf/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTM1NjQwMjMyMzc4NzYyODg4LFwiclwiOjEzNTY0MDIzMjYwMjEwOTAzM30iLCJzIjoiZThmMDBiNjJjOGU0NDdmMiJ9">Click for a snippet from the interview</a></p><h3>Monica Vaswani (cast member of family karma on bravo tv) interviewed BK Shivani LIVE on Instagram.</h3><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/OxeYggnGmRxMAMODzBV55hhV9ukuYp7Kv5622Aox.png" alt=""></p><h4>Instagram LIVE</h4><h1>Monica Vaswani&nbsp; interviewed BK Shivani .</h1><p>Cast member of the 'Family Karma' show on Bravo TV - Monica Vaswani engaged in LIVE interaction with BK Shivani with many questions around healing the heart.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><p>.</p><h3>Florida Visitors</h3><p>Sisters Shireen and Tara were in Miami for the weekend to help with preparations.</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/gG7hkhh95RbigV60hl64oKeyyxPIEgM3ySJSg1ND.png" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/4t5wZSM86gtTah4VhBs77BrCiItTG4QCfzgGJAvn.png" alt=""></p><h3>Sr Shivani with Miami Family</h3><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/tf/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTM1NjQwMjMyMzg5MjQ4Njg1LFwiclwiOjEzNTY0MDIzMjYwMjEwOTAzM30iLCJzIjoiZGQ2MzkzNzQ3ZjM4OTFlNiJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/ueRorcbNjQOSljP8C3d5wNV96fIR0xTmq8VAWTJ3.png" alt=""></a></p><p>Sr. Shivani with BK&nbsp;Waddy and Miami family&nbsp;at the BK&nbsp;Miami Center</p><h3>Desh Videsh Magazine feature -&nbsp;Community Event with Sr. Shivani</h3><p>- Click here for&nbsp; <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/tf/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTM1NjQwMjMyMzkyMzk0NDI3LFwiclwiOjEzNTY0MDIzMjYwMjEwOTAzM30iLCJzIjoiNDk2NWUzY2ViMjgyYTI3NCJ9"><span>October edition</span></a></p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/tf/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTM1NjQwMjMyMzk1NTQwMTY4LFwiclwiOjEzNTY0MDIzMjYwMjEwOTAzM30iLCJzIjoiMjJiZmJjYTkwYmRkMmViMSJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/SDhR5Y7O6dwI7aZpNjGBskxPbpYPlkF7X4gb3vOO.png" alt=""></a></p><p>Photo Collage&nbsp; credits - Desh Videsh Magazine</p><h2>Editors Remarks</h2><p>Last month, Aruna and I had the honor of meeting someone truly extraordinary. This person, though world-famous, carries herself with the humility of an ordinary individual. She has inspired millions across the globe and taught countless people how to rediscover joy in life. People say that Goddess Saraswati has blessed this person’s speech.&nbsp;I’m sure you’ve already guessed who I’m referring to. Yes, it’s none other than <strong>Brahma Kumari Sister Shivani </strong>....</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/cHOGlZHPCcgsSem37wjtUVWnFMwLQePZmvanoIfy.jpg" alt=""></p><h1>It’s Time…. Healing the Heart, Releasing the Hurt</h1><p>By: BK&nbsp;Dr. Kathleen A. Shea</p><p>Conventional wisdom is that “time heals.” BK Sister Shivani debunked that idea, saying that “Time doesn’t heal; it just covers things up as the wound festers.” Sister Shivani tackled serious topics of hurt, grief, and deep emotional wounds at the final stop on her USA tour. She left no stone unturned as she interacted with a crowd of over 3,000 people at Nova Southeastern University on September 21, 2024, International Peace Day.</p><h3>Murli with Sr. Shivani and her farewell</h3><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/CcG2hhHXxpt1SO9thcNfyJjEMHedkzfMYrrxlzvJ.jpg" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/NvR0JszrCAmJetr0PR2FijcFsKvR7KIFpkgUG59p.jpg" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/MbHxP4W5vgZfMQfvTNDZ53uLJFVOST5RUmXispjK.jpg" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/1OP4ND01LLzIK2JruNPRiNci8GbYFZpLWYfbj5H6.jpg" alt=""></p><h3>Marianne in Colombia</h3><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/MLCdfjjOjSdEsup8JPySQSmDWiJvNRg2bRtLn8HG.jpg" alt=""></p><h2>Meredith invited on Lisa McCourt Podcast</h2><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/tf/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTM1NjQwMjMyNDA2MDI1OTY3LFwiclwiOjEzNTY0MDIzMjYwMjEwOTAzM30iLCJzIjoiYjJhNjBmYWNiZWU3NGEyZCJ9"><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/ZmksPoq495GIqJblmTOkaWe33HOfIfeBlbqrcO3X.jpg" alt=""> </a><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vmwboj.clicks.mlsend.com/tf/cl/eyJ2Ijoie1wiYVwiOjEwODc3ODQsXCJsXCI6MTM1NjQwMjMyNDEwMjIwMjg0LFwiclwiOjEzNTY0MDIzMjYwMjEwOTAzM30iLCJzIjoiZGIxNTg4YzRiMjg1Y2Y4NiJ9">Click here for Podcast with Meredith</a></p><h2>Upcoming Special Events</h2><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/qjzDLMup3jMnLgvIh3thb3ZeA1vZY8vBQ1XYKrwF.png" alt=""></p><h2>Sabado, Oct 26 9:30am</h2><p>Taller En Espanol</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/SVulleBYrrXHLorpGAW0z878YBf4SZ8x9ripM39I.png" alt=""></p><h2>Sunda <span>y, Oct 27 5:30pm</span></h2><p>Talk in English with Spanish translation available</p><h1>DELRAY</h1><h3>Shivanibhen Program</h3><p>All preparations bring fruition and multitudes of ongoing Blessings! Shivanibhen, Peace, Unity and Family.&nbsp;<br><br>&nbsp;</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/P4VpRj8rGRTFf23AeY6GrgFO3FHnQQIWuAd01f3G.jpg" alt=""></p><h1>ORLANDO</h1><p><strong>On Sunday, 18th August&nbsp;</strong><br>BK Dr. Savita from Shantivan visited Orlando between September 4th - 8th, and it was an incredible experience for all of us. Her wisdom, along with her deep insights from working with the seniors, truly enriched our time together. We were inspired by her knowledge and the warmth she brought to each interaction. It was truly amazing, and we are grateful for the opportunity to learn from her.&nbsp;<br><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/A5JYqzA4dfKJmx8nwq6sd55YOOgbyvTtYvWh0N2W.jpg" alt=""></p><p>We had an incredible experience attending Sister Shivani’s program in Miami between September 21st - 22nd. The Orlando center BKs made the journey in a bus that was fantastic, filled with joy and positive energy. Our time in Fort Lauderdale and Miami was spiritually uplifting, and the entire trip was truly memorable.</p><p><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/BklZITBPorwWIyJWCBubRDdiXzpH4rlgGiNM751E.jpg" alt=""></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>On-going Programs:</h2><p>We have online daily Murli, 7 days course via in person classes and zoom.</p><h2>Miscellaneous:</h2><p>The service at our center is progressing very well, with new students continuously joining and taking courses. Additionally, we hold a Yoga Bhatti session once a month, providing a deep and enriching experience for all participants.&nbsp;<br>&nbsp;</p><h1><span>MARGATE&nbsp;</span></h1><h2><strong>Sister Shivani's Program:</strong></h2><p>With the love and cooperation of all Baba’s angels in all Florida centers, and Baba’s magic of course, Sister Shivani’s program was amazing and had a magical impact on attendees. We in Margate were happy to give our finger of cooperation toward this huge service program.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><strong><u>Sister Shivani’s Program: Follow up</u></strong></p><p>A total of 11 attendees contacted the center after Sister Shivan’s program. They all attended the follow-up sessions organized at the Coral Springs library and will continue with the foundation course scheduled on Saturdays at 11.00 am.</p><p><a><img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/w7XencH78pJhLWsIKxjM8PhnbDaeaOCr5oZRoXEv.png" alt=""> <img class="image_resized" style="width:100%;" src="https://storage.mlcdn.com/account_image/1087784/NRXP4eBMOeh7CSIpNri6HGwpWk54PlBmYHAiumtR.png" alt=""></a></p><p>&nbsp;</p><h2>&nbsp;</h2>

Brahma Kumaris Florida & Puerto Rico Service Newsletter - September 2024

<p><span style="color:#ef6c00;"><strong>Brahma Kumaris Florida Service Newsletter - July 2024</strong></span><br><span style="color:#ef6c00;"><strong>DELRAY</strong></span><br><span style="color:#00695c;"><strong>Retreat</strong></span></p><p>Shuchibhen, Amalbhai and Sister Gladys joined some others from Florida in an Angelic journey to Peace Village at the beginning of July. And Brother Craig was a presenter at The Science Of Happiness Retreat in Peace Village the last weekend in July. And 2 students from Delray went to enjoy Peace Village for the first time at that gathering. Meanwhile the same weekend Kalabhen came to Florida for an enlightening Rakkhi and Sister Jamila sang The Rose for the occasion.</p><p><span style="color:#00695c;"><strong>Weekly Wednesday Evenings</strong></span><br>Some new souls have started coming regularly and Shuchibhen took a turn sharing at a Wednesday evening class making spirituality practical for daily life. Brother Craig encouraged souls to Step Away from Sorrow and Reflect on Happiness. He and the others shared their joyful vibrations from their experiences in New York.</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2024_08_USA_Florida_Service_Newsletter_for_July_28008b7c59.jpg" alt="2024-08-USA-Florida Service Newsletter for July.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2024_08_USA_Florida_Service_Newsletter_for_July_28008b7c59.jpg 120w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2024_08_USA_Florida_Service_Newsletter_for_July_28008b7c59.jpg 386w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2024_08_USA_Florida_Service_Newsletter_for_July_28008b7c59.jpg 579w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_2024_08_USA_Florida_Service_Newsletter_for_July_28008b7c59.jpg 772w," sizes="100vw" width="772px"></figure><p>Click <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://madmimi.com/p/37f14a1?pact=120-183008529-12060661757-aa850e8ebaac5d847fb4ed34a6e2b30d31dabc44"><span style="color:#1565c0;"><strong>here</strong></span></a> for detailed report with more photos.</p>

Florida Service Newsletter: July 2024

Florida Service in June Focuses on IDY 2024

Florida

<p><span style="font-size:22px;">From the land of ancient wisdom came a voice of a modern generation. A voice of calm in a world of chaos. A voice of clarity in a world of confusion. A voice of kindness in a world of cruelty....</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>Sr. Shivani’s in-person It’s time … 2024 USA-Trinidad-Guyana-Panama tour:&nbsp;</strong></span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Sept 7: Oklahoma City ‪‬ - Peace Within: Unlocking Life's Solutions</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://youtu.be/UAOKsOIg2K4?feature=shared"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://youtu.be/UAOKsOIg2K4?feature=shared</span></a><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Sept 8: Dallas ‪ - Living a Life of Love, Light &amp; Hope</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://youtu.be/TIWLT_yvc7Y?feature=shared"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://youtu.be/TIWLT_yvc7Y?feature=shared</span></a><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Sept 10: Charlotte - Embrace the Power Within: Attract Success</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/live/i7Y7mgZAtao?feature=shared"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://www.youtube.com/live/i7Y7mgZAtao?feature=shared</span></a><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Sept 11: Raleigh - Healing our Hearts</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://youtu.be/z39M5JZgzoc?feature=shared"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://youtu.be/z39M5JZgzoc?feature=shared</span></a><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Sept 12: Pittsburg - Master Your Mind Master Your Life</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/live/sK7MMyZyhfc?feature=shared"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://www.youtube.com/live/sK7MMyZyhfc?feature=shared</span></a><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Sept 13: Columbus, GA - Attract the Life You Always Desired</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/live/jtzOiEdsHAM?feature=shared"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://www.youtube.com/live/jtzOiEdsHAM?feature=shared</span></a><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Sept 14: Atlanta - Master Your Mind Master Your Life</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/live/Gql3RPzsl-k?feature=shared"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://www.youtube.com/live/Gql3RPzsl-k?feature=shared</span></a><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Sept 15: Greenville, SC - Healing Relationships</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/live/GthAIbbOFOU?feature=shared"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://www.youtube.com/live/GthAIbbOFOU?feature=shared</span></a><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Sept 16: Asheville, NC - Power Within: Unlocking Life's Solutions</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/live/Qog5ujLsDs4?feature=shared"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://www.youtube.com/live/Qog5ujLsDs4?feature=shared</span></a><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>NOTEWORTHY: </strong>ABC's Coverage of Sr Shivani in Asheville: </span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://wlos.com/news/local/bk-sister-shivani-speaks-inner-power-solutions-unc-asheville-event-mindfulness-self-transformation-exclusive-interview"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://wlos.com/news/local/bk-sister-shivani-speaks-inner-power-solutions-unc-asheville-event-mindfulness-self-transformation-exclusive-interview</span></a></p><p><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Sept 18: Georgetown, Guyana ‪‬ - Power of Love &amp; Forgiveness</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/live/BFIJe3rE-SU?feature=shared"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://www.youtube.com/live/BFIJe3rE-SU?feature=shared</span></a><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Sept 19: Trinidad - The Path to Forgiveness &amp; Healing</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://youtu.be/TaJIxVSp67Y?feature=shared"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://youtu.be/TaJIxVSp67Y?feature=shared</span></a><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Sept 21: Fort Lauderdale ‪ - Healing the Heart, Releasing the Hurt</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/live/egpdDQM73rw?feature=shared"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://www.youtube.com/live/egpdDQM73rw?feature=shared</span></a></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>NOTEWORTHY:&nbsp;</strong> Coverage of Sr Shivani's program in Florida by Desh-Videsh ("Desh-Videsh Media Group reaches a varied audience of over 1.5 Millions Indians, Pakistanis, Bangladeshi, and Indo-Caribbeans living in the USA."): </span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.deshvidesh.com/its-time-healing-the-heart-releasing-the-hurt/"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://www.deshvidesh.com/its-time-healing-the-heart-releasing-the-hurt/</span></a><span style="font-size:22px;">&nbsp;</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">Click on the 'Cover Story', which is Sr Shivani’s article on Diwali. Also click on 'Editorial' for Managing Editor Raj Shah's experience of meeting and listening to Sr Shivani. Finally, click on 'Health' for Dr Kathleen Shea's account of Sr Shivani's talk on "Healing the Heart, Releasing the Hurt".</span><br><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Sept 22: Panama - Healing the Heart</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.youtube.com/live/qh7uBLl8d9k?feature=shared"><span style="font-size:22px;">https://www.youtube.com/live/qh7uBLl8d9k?feature=shared</span></a></p><p><br><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>Brahma Kumari Shivani </strong></span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.brahmakumaris.us/sistershivani2024.html"><span style="font-size:22px;">Brahma Kumaris - Sr Shivani - 2024</span></a></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">BK Shivani has been a practitioner and a teacher of Rajyoga Meditation that is at the heart</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">of the teachings of Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization, since 1996. She holds an</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Electronics Engineering degree from Pune University, India.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">First telecast in 2007, her widely popular television show aimed at self-transformation,</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;"><strong>Awakening With Brahma Kumaris</strong> enjoys the rare distinction of having completed 2,000 episodes. For over a decade, the show has empowered individuals from all walks of life in India, USA and Canada, UK, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Middle East and South-East Asia. Viewers have overcome mental stress, depression, addictions, low self-esteem and unhappy relationships, by taking personal responsibility of their emotions.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">In March 2019, BK Shivani was awarded the prestigious <strong>Nari Shakti Puraskaar</strong>, the highest civilian honor for women in India, for her role in transforming human behaviours. The award was conferred by the then President of India, His Excellency Mr. Ram Nath Kovind. In 2023, she was presented the <strong>Sustainable Goals Award</strong> by UNESCO in Hong Kong. She was the recipient of the <strong>Happiness Ambassador Award</strong> at the British Parliament in London in 2019, in presence of the Queen’s representatives. Since 2017 she has been appointed as a <strong>Goodwill Ambassador by the World Psychiatric Association.</strong></span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">BK Shivani’s book ‘<strong>The Power of One Thought’</strong> was released to the international market in July 2023 by Harper Collins. On Amazon India, it quickly rose to be among the top 5 best</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">sellers in categories such as Relationships, Humanities, Philosophy, Spirituality and Self-</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Help. Prior to this, <strong>‘Being Love’</strong> was released in 2020 and ‘<strong>Happiness Unlimited</strong>’, in 2016.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">Her mobile app for emotional fitness, <strong>ThinkRight.Me</strong> launched in December 2018 has seen</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">over 3.25 Million downloads, making it India’s leading meditation and mindfulness app. The</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">unique early morning affirmations and reflections each day are received well by users from</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">121 countries.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">Having traveled to over 35 countries across the globe across USA, Canada, United Kingdom,</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Europe, Australia and New Zealand, Africa, South-East Asia and Middle East, she has</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">delivered over 4,500 talks overseas and in India. She shares simple, practical wisdom</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">through diverse platforms like public programs, television shows, discussion panels,</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">interactive workshops, retreats, seminars, corporate events, social and community</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">development initiatives, radio shows and social media outlets.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">At Silicon Valley, USA, she has addressed corporate giants such as Google, Microsoft, Cisco,</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Amazon and Intel. She has also spoken at business houses like Reliance, Maruti Suzuki India, Indian Oil Corporation, Godrej Industries Ltd., Sony Entertainment Television, Airtel Mobile Services, Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd., GE Energy, Asian Paints, Times of India, to name a few. Apart from the YPO, FLO and EO Chapters, Indian Armed Forces, she also speaks at the Rotary International and Lions Clubs International.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">BK Shivani regularly interacts with over 12 Million followers on social media. Videos on her</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">YouTube channel have registered more than 928 Million views.</span><br>&nbsp;</p>

Sister Shivani's USA & Caribbean Tour: Program Recordings

Georgia

Graceful Journey - May 2025 Newsletter

<div><span style="font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:20px;">Dear<span class="gmail_default">&nbsp;</span>Friends,</span></div><div><span style="font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:20px;">&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:20px;">We are proud to publish&nbsp;the profile of BK Mohini Didi, the new&nbsp;<span class="gmail_default">Administrative&nbsp;Head</span>&nbsp;of&nbsp;The Brahma Kumaris international movement<span class="gmail_default">.</span></span></div><div><span style="font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:20px;">&nbsp;</span></div><div><span style="font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:20px;">Here the link:&nbsp;</span><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://alotusinthemud.com/bk-mohini-didi-brahma-kumaris-leader/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1747177626507000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1ozN_8taH2JNb7KQZvMgYe"><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://alotusinthemud.com/bk-mohini-didi-brahma-kumaris-leader/"><span style="font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:20px;">https://alotusinthemud.com/bk-</span></a></a><wbr><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://alotusinthemud.com/bk-mohini-didi-brahma-kumaris-leader/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1747177626507000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1ozN_8taH2JNb7KQZvMgYe"><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://alotusinthemud.com/bk-mohini-didi-brahma-kumaris-leader/"><span style="font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:20px;">mohini-didi-brahma-kumaris-</span></a></a><wbr><a target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://alotusinthemud.com/bk-mohini-didi-brahma-kumaris-leader/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1747177626507000&amp;usg=AOvVaw1ozN_8taH2JNb7KQZvMgYe"><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://alotusinthemud.com/bk-mohini-didi-brahma-kumaris-leader/"><span style="font-family:georgia, serif;font-size:20px;">leader/</span></a></a></div><div>&nbsp;</div><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Mohini_lead_fbe287c1e1.jpg" alt="Mohini lead.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Mohini_lead_fbe287c1e1.jpg 165w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Mohini_lead_fbe287c1e1.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Mohini_lead_fbe287c1e1.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Mohini_lead_fbe287c1e1.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure>

BK Mohini Didi profile published in "A Lotus In the Mud," a Spirituality & Wellness Web Magazine

Graceful Journey - April 2025 Newsletter

USA Tour of Shantivan's Dr Savita: Virginia, DC, Florida, San Francisco, Peace Village, & Silicon Valley

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:38.98%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2024_05_PV_Madhuban_Retreat_1_1393a98add.jpg" alt="2024-05-PV-Madhuban Retreat-1.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2024_05_PV_Madhuban_Retreat_1_1393a98add.jpg 202w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2024_05_PV_Madhuban_Retreat_1_1393a98add.jpg 500w," sizes="100vw" width="500px"></figure><p>Om Shanti,</p><p>The Madhuban Retreat at Peace Village was a great success. Over 200 students who had not been to Madhuban attended, flying in from all corners of North America and the Caribbean...</p><p>Everyone's face was shining with light after being in the loving and happy company of Sr Mohini, Sr Kala and Sr Gayatri.</p><p>Saturday morning after flag hoisting BKs enjoyed Cake Cutting,&nbsp;Dancing, meeting and greeting, etc.</p>

200 BKs Attend Powerful Madhuban Retreat in Peace Village

New York

North Carolina

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Retreat_May_2025_Collage_a3d3bf0e9f.jpg" alt="Retreat May 2025 Collage.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Retreat_May_2025_Collage_a3d3bf0e9f.jpg 92w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Retreat_May_2025_Collage_a3d3bf0e9f.jpg 294w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Retreat_May_2025_Collage_a3d3bf0e9f.jpg 441w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Retreat_May_2025_Collage_a3d3bf0e9f.jpg 588w," sizes="100vw" width="588px"></figure><p>“Discover Inner Peace and Lasting Happiness!" Retreat<br><br>A transformative meditation session where together we explored:&nbsp;</p><p>Learn proven techniques for lasting peace<br>Connect with like-minded individuals<br>Discover your natural state of happiness<br>Take home practical tools for a more peaceful life</p><p>On Saturday, May 3rd | 10 AM – 1 PM<br>At Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center, Mason, OH<br><br>Congratulations to All on a Beautifully Successful Spiritual Retreat</p><p>What an incredible journey we just shared. With God’s grace guiding every step, everything flowed with such harmony—from the inspiring talks to the heartfelt emceeing, to the tireless behind-the-scenes seva (service) of our devoted sevadharis. Each of you brought your full heart and presence, and it showed in every detail.<br><br>We were blessed to welcome far more souls than we expected—what a powerful testament to the love and energy radiating from this gathering.<br><br>Thank you all for your selfless, unconditional seva. Whether you were speaking, organizing, leading, or quietly supporting in a dozen unseen ways—you made it happen. I feel deeply fortunate to walk this path alongside such unconditional and beautiful souls.<br><br>With Baba’s blessings and love!!<br>♥️♥️♥️</p>

Brahma Kumaris Ohio & Kentucky - Hosts "Discover Inner Peace and Lasting Happiness" Retreat

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Holi2025_Collage_a1faaceb74.jpg" alt="Holi2025_Collage.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Holi2025_Collage_a1faaceb74.jpg 92w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Holi2025_Collage_a1faaceb74.jpg 294w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Holi2025_Collage_a1faaceb74.jpg 441w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Holi2025_Collage_a1faaceb74.jpg 588w," sizes="100vw" width="588px"></figure><p>Om Shanti, Dear Brothers and Sisters,</p><p>Brahma Kumaris Ohio and Kentucky joyfully hosted a grand Holi celebration on Sunday, April 20th, 2025. The event radiated the spirit of a new, viceless, happy, and colorful world that Baba is inspiring us to create.</p><p>The celebration commenced with a peaceful meditation and a Bhog offering to Baba, setting a serene and elevated tone for the day. Sister Shireen from Tampa, Florida, shared a deeply insightful talk on the spiritual significance and profound meaning of Holi, captivating everyone with her words. The program also featured soulful songs by Brother Vikaas Patni and an uplifting Holi dance performance by BK Sisters.</p><p>The joyful celebration of Holi colors followed, filling the atmosphere with vibrant energy, unity, and love. The program concluded with Toli, blessings, and a nourishing Brahma Bhojan shared by all.</p><p>Everyone left the gathering spiritually uplifted and filled with joy—truly reflecting the divine essence of Holi.</p>

BK Ohio & Kentucky - Hosts Holi Celebration

Ohio & Kentucky 

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/main_pic_bcedb5681f.png" alt="main_pic.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_main_pic_bcedb5681f.png 210w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_main_pic_bcedb5681f.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_main_pic_bcedb5681f.png 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_main_pic_bcedb5681f.png 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><div class="gmail_attr" dir="ltr">&nbsp;</div><div class="gmail_attr" dir="ltr"><span style="color:#424242;font-size:18px;">Om Shanti</span></div><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div><span style="color:#424242;font-size:18px;">Dear Divine Family,</span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><span style="color:#424242;font-size:18px;">Greetings of love.&nbsp;</span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><span style="color:#424242;font-size:18px;">I am taking this opportunity to give you a report of our&nbsp;<strong>Women's Day event&nbsp;</strong>that took place&nbsp;<strong>at Baba's center</strong>. The event was organized in collaboration with the United Nations Association Oklahoma City chapter. Several<strong>&nbsp;local women leaders</strong>&nbsp;were invited to speak, including Sister Bindu. The theme for the day was&nbsp;<strong>Rising Together: A Gathering for Women's Liberation and Empowerment.</strong></span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><span style="color:#424242;font-size:18px;">The women leaders invited were</span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Oklahoma_News_Posting_f9a7f90264.jpg" alt="Oklahoma News Posting.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Oklahoma_News_Posting_f9a7f90264.jpg 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Oklahoma_News_Posting_f9a7f90264.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Oklahoma_News_Posting_f9a7f90264.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Oklahoma_News_Posting_1_69358ad071.jpg" alt="Oklahoma News Posting (1).jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Oklahoma_News_Posting_1_69358ad071.jpg 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Oklahoma_News_Posting_1_69358ad071.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Oklahoma_News_Posting_1_69358ad071.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Oklahoma_News_Posting_2_e6a20c6139.jpg" alt="Oklahoma News Posting (2).jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Oklahoma_News_Posting_2_e6a20c6139.jpg 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Oklahoma_News_Posting_2_e6a20c6139.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Oklahoma_News_Posting_2_e6a20c6139.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Oklahoma_News_Posting_3_29aee8a483.jpg" alt="Oklahoma News Posting (3).jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Oklahoma_News_Posting_3_29aee8a483.jpg 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Oklahoma_News_Posting_3_29aee8a483.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Oklahoma_News_Posting_3_29aee8a483.jpg 750w," sizes="100vw" width="750px"></figure><p><span style="color:#616161;font-size:18px;"><i><strong>Awards</strong></i>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br><span style="color:#616161;font-size:18px;">Sister Bindu received an <strong>official citation from the State of Oklahoma</strong>, recognizing her as the <strong>2025 International Women’s Day Woman’s Ambassador of the Year</strong>.&nbsp;</span></p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/sister_bindu_Award_dd15a3d533.png" alt="sister_bindu_Award.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_sister_bindu_Award_dd15a3d533.png 146w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_sister_bindu_Award_dd15a3d533.png 468w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_sister_bindu_Award_dd15a3d533.png 702w," sizes="100vw" width="702px"></figure><p><span style="color:#616161;font-size:18px;"><i><strong>Parade to conclude</strong>&nbsp;</i></span><br><br><span style="color:#616161;font-size:18px;">We had a parade of women from&nbsp;<strong>26 countries&nbsp;</strong>all over the world<strong>&nbsp;</strong>wearing outfits representing each&nbsp;country.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p></div></div></div></div><div><span style="color:#616161;font-size:18px;">There were representations from Argentina, Bangladesh, Brazil, China, Columbia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Nepal, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Pakistan, Panama, Peru, Puerto Rico, the Philippines, the Dominican Republic, Spain, the United Arab Emirates, and Venezuela.</span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/parade_ec7c5f3323.png" alt="parade.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_parade_ec7c5f3323.png 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_parade_ec7c5f3323.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_parade_ec7c5f3323.png 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_parade_ec7c5f3323.png 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><div><div><span style="color:#616161;font-size:18px;">Overall, the event was deeply appreciated and enjoyed by all.&nbsp;</span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><div><span style="color:#616161;font-size:18px;">Thanks and Regards</span></div><div><span style="color:#616161;font-size:18px;">In Baba's Loving remembrance</span></div><div><span style="color:#616161;font-size:18px;">Sister Bindu</span></div></div><div>&nbsp;</div>

Rising Together: A Gathering for Women's Liberation and Empowerment in Oklahoma City

<div class="gmail_attr" dir="ltr"><span style="font-size:18px;">Om Shanti,</span></div><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div><div><div class="gmail_signature" dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><span style="font-size:18px;">Dear Divine Global family,</span></div><div dir="ltr"><br><span style="font-size:18px;">We are pleased to share highlights from our recent&nbsp;<strong>Earth Day event</strong>&nbsp;held on&nbsp;<strong>April 19, 2025</strong>, at&nbsp;<strong>Oklahoma City University</strong>, centered around the theme&nbsp;<strong>"Caring for the Self, Caring for the Earth."&nbsp;</strong>The event began with opening remarks by&nbsp;<strong>Sister Bindu, Center Coordinator, Oklahoma City Center.</strong></span><br><br><span style="font-size:18px;">We were honored to welcome&nbsp;<strong>Sister Sonja from Copenhagen, Denmark</strong>, as one of our esteemed panelists. An excellent&nbsp;<strong>panel discussion</strong>&nbsp;followed, where&nbsp;<strong>environmental experts shared their insights on ways to nurture and protect Mother Earth</strong>, each speaking from the depth of their field of expertise. While all the panelists contributed meaningfully to the conversation, Sister Sonja’s words stood out, weaving together inner transformation with outer responsibility in a deeply inspiring manner.</span><br><br><span style="font-size:18px;">The event also offered&nbsp;<strong>interactive activities for both adults and children</strong>. The atmosphere throughout was filled with reflection, hope, and collective determination to bring positive change.</span></div><div><div class="gmail_chip gmail_drive_chip"><div aria-label="Delete Button, double tap to activate"><div>&nbsp;</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><span style="font-size:18px;">Thank you.</span></div></div><p><span style="color:#9e9e9e;font-size:18px;">In Baba's Loving Remembrance</span></p></div><div><span style="font-size:18px;">Sister Bindu</span></div><div>&nbsp;</div><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Earth_Day_Event_at_Oklahoma_City_University_1_1f3b14a546.jpg" alt="Earth Day Event at Oklahoma City University_1.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Earth_Day_Event_at_Oklahoma_City_University_1_1f3b14a546.jpg 120w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Earth_Day_Event_at_Oklahoma_City_University_1_1f3b14a546.jpg 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src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Earth_Day_Event_at_Oklahoma_City_University_4_02eae18542.jpg" alt="Earth Day Event at Oklahoma City University_4.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Earth_Day_Event_at_Oklahoma_City_University_4_02eae18542.jpg 120w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Earth_Day_Event_at_Oklahoma_City_University_4_02eae18542.jpg 386w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Earth_Day_Event_at_Oklahoma_City_University_4_02eae18542.jpg 580w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Earth_Day_Event_at_Oklahoma_City_University_4_02eae18542.jpg 773w," sizes="100vw" width="773px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Earth_Day_Event_at_Oklahoma_City_University_5_751b426c69.jpg" alt="Earth Day Event at Oklahoma City University_5.jpg" 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Oklahoma BKs Hold Earth Day Event at Oklahoma City University

<p>Om Shanti!<br>Dear Divine Global Family,</p><p>Greetings of love. The Instruments from the Oklahoma City Center, USA—Sister Bindu (Center Coordinator) and Brother Venkatesh—visited the state of Nebraska for the Maha Shivratri program in the Hindu Temple of Omaha. The temple authorities had invited the instruments for the Holographic Shivling show.<br><br><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2025_03_Maha_Shiva_Ratri_Oklahoma_USA_4_3fde7dc4b7.jpg" alt="2025-03_MahaShivaRatri_Oklahoma_USA_4.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2025_03_Maha_Shiva_Ratri_Oklahoma_USA_4_3fde7dc4b7.jpg 205w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2025_03_Maha_Shiva_Ratri_Oklahoma_USA_4_3fde7dc4b7.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2025_03_Maha_Shiva_Ratri_Oklahoma_USA_4_3fde7dc4b7.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_2025_03_Maha_Shiva_Ratri_Oklahoma_USA_4_3fde7dc4b7.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></p><p>Around 300-350 souls attended Baba's show. The film was created to include Baba's introduction, introduction of soul, message of time in the time cycle, and the message of remembering him as he is. Post-event sessions were also conducted.<br><br>In Baba's Loving Remembrance,<br>Sister Bindu<br>Center Coordinator<br>Oklahoma City, Oklahoma<br>USA</p>

Oklahoma BKs Provide a Holographic Shivaling show for Shivratri at the Hindu Temple in Omaha, Nebraska

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:50%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Group_with_lit_candles_78b7493042.jpeg" alt="Group_with_lit_candles.jpeg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Group_with_lit_candles_78b7493042.jpeg 232w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Group_with_lit_candles_78b7493042.jpeg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Group_with_lit_candles_78b7493042.jpeg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Group_with_lit_candles_78b7493042.jpeg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr"><p dir="ltr">Om Shanti<span class="gmail_default">,&nbsp;</span>Dear Divine Family,</p><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="auto"><div class="gmail_quote" dir="auto"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div><div style="text-align:left;"><p class="gmail_attr" dir="ltr">With Baba's grace,<span class="gmail_default">&nbsp;</span>the Oklahoma City Center, USA celebrated the legacies of Brahma Baba and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Baba's center in January. Our program included distinguished speakers, including political leaders, video presentation, reflections and sharings, candle lighting, and meditation, followed by refreshments. While the other speakers spoke on how Dr. Martin Luther King's legacy influenced them personally and how it has inspired their beliefs and actions, Sister Bindu (Center Coordinator - Oklahoma City center) spoke about the legacy of Brahma Baba and how it has been an inspiration and led the guided meditation. Br. Venkatesh introduced the BKWSO to everyone. The event went very well.&nbsp;<br><br>We were happy to have the presence of these souls in Baba's home. It was a pleasure to see how the speakers researched about Brahma Baba before coming and mentioned it in their speeches.<br><br>KOKH-TV News Channel 25 was also present to cover the event in their news telecast.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br>The news was also covered in the newspaper.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://elnacionaldeoklahoma.com/celebran-la-vida-y-legado/">https://elnacionaldeoklahoma.</a><wbr><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://elnacionaldeoklahoma.com/celebran-la-vida-y-legado/">com/celebran-la-vida-y-legado/</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><br>Our guest speakers were:</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Mayor_Roger_Godwin_Bio_2_29e7f963c5.png" alt="Mayor_Roger_Godwin_Bio_2.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Mayor_Roger_Godwin_Bio_2_29e7f963c5.png 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Mayor_Roger_Godwin_Bio_2_29e7f963c5.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Mayor_Roger_Godwin_Bio_2_29e7f963c5.png 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Mayor_Roger_Godwin_Bio_2_29e7f963c5.png 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Dr_Nathaniel_Goodwin_Bio_b6a1b481c1.png" alt="Dr_Nathaniel_Goodwin_Bio.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Dr_Nathaniel_Goodwin_Bio_b6a1b481c1.png 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Dr_Nathaniel_Goodwin_Bio_b6a1b481c1.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Dr_Nathaniel_Goodwin_Bio_b6a1b481c1.png 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Dr_Nathaniel_Goodwin_Bio_b6a1b481c1.png 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Anastasia_Pittman_Bio_5e5517d2e2.png" alt="Anastasia_Pittman_Bio.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Anastasia_Pittman_Bio_5e5517d2e2.png 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Anastasia_Pittman_Bio_5e5517d2e2.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Anastasia_Pittman_Bio_5e5517d2e2.png 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Anastasia_Pittman_Bio_5e5517d2e2.png 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Ajay_Pittman_Bio_b8739d451b.png" alt="Ajay_Pittman_Bio.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Ajay_Pittman_Bio_b8739d451b.png 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Ajay_Pittman_Bio_b8739d451b.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Ajay_Pittman_Bio_b8739d451b.png 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Ajay_Pittman_Bio_b8739d451b.png 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Sr_Bindu_Sharing2_3bead0f0e3.png" alt="SrBindu_Sharing2.png" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Sr_Bindu_Sharing2_3bead0f0e3.png 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Sr_Bindu_Sharing2_3bead0f0e3.png 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Sr_Bindu_Sharing2_3bead0f0e3.png 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Sr_Bindu_Sharing2_3bead0f0e3.png 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><p>Loving Regards<br>In Baba's Remembrance<br>Sr. Bindu<br>Center Coordinator<br>Oklahoma City, Oklahoma<br>USA</p></div></div></div></div>

Combined Legacies of Brahma Baba & MLK Celebrated in Oklahoma City, USA

<p>&nbsp;</p><p>Dear Divine Godly Family,</p><p>This is to inform you all that on the evening of April 28th, 2024, a devastating tornado outbreak swept through Oklahoma, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.&nbsp;</p><p>Initial assessments by the National Weather Service confirmed the tornado as an EF3, but further investigation is underway to ascertain if the rating may need to be adjusted upward.&nbsp;The city of Sulphur bore the brunt of the storm's fury.&nbsp;In nearby Marietta, the tornado, initially classified as an EF3, was later upgraded to an EF4, emphasizing the intensity of the system. Communities such as Sulphur and Holdenville suffered particularly severe impacts, with buildings reduced to rubble and infrastructure severely compromised.</p><p>The tornado outbreak claimed the lives of five individuals, including a young infant. More than 100 people were injured. The affected towns of Sulphur and Holdenville accounted for three of these fatalities, while additional deaths were reported on I-35 and in a city in neighboring Iowa state.&nbsp;</p><p>As damage surveys continue and recovery efforts get underway, the affected communities are in the process of receiving support and assistance to rebuild and heal. A State of Emergency has been declared.</p><p>The tornadoes occurred approximately 85 miles (2 hours) away from Baba's center and other BK’s who reside here. Both Baba's children and the center remain safe and unaffected. We are sending Baba’s light and support to all those affected by the devastation.</p><p>In Baba’s Loving remembrance<br>Sister Bindu, Center Coordinator<br>Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p>

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<div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Br_Enrique_Dallas_Visit_0_2f19e21e75.jpeg" alt="Br Enrique Dallas Visit 0.jpeg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Br_Enrique_Dallas_Visit_0_2f19e21e75.jpeg 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Br_Enrique_Dallas_Visit_0_2f19e21e75.jpeg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Br_Enrique_Dallas_Visit_0_2f19e21e75.jpeg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Br_Enrique_Dallas_Visit_0_2f19e21e75.jpeg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;margin:0in;" align="left"><span style="font-size:18px;">Dear Divine Family,</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;margin:0in;" align="left"><span style="font-size:18px;">Om Shanti</span></p></div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;">&nbsp;</div><div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:start;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;"><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;margin:0in 0in 8pt;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:18px;">This past April, Dallas Texas Brahma Kumaris warmly received Brother Enrique from Spain.&nbsp; His tour included programs at the Dallas center, retreat place-Tapasya Dham and a meeting with local community leaders.&nbsp;</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;margin:0in 0in 8pt;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:18px;">The programs translated into English and Spanish, attracted many of the Spanish-speaking attendees and they enthusiastically attended the associated events.&nbsp; Brother Enrique’s personal stories of how he applied spiritual truths to everyday situations benefitted many of the attendees- inspiring them to more regularly practice Raja Yoga Meditation.&nbsp; He encourages all to study the knowledge with a deeper understanding of the human mind and its potential to positively impact the lives of many.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;margin:0in 0in 8pt;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:18px;">An enlightening live panel dialogue was held on the topic “Inner Purity, Outer Harmony” with Brother Enrique, Sister Sonja and moderated by Sister Philippa Blackham.</span><br><br><span style="font-size:18px;">Best Regards,</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;margin:0in;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Service&nbsp;team&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;margin:0in;text-align:justify;"><span style="font-size:18px;">Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;margin:0in;text-align:justify;"><a style="color:rgb(5, 99, 193);" rel="noreferrer" target="_blank" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.bkdallas.org/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1746907850367000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0i0nRlEnhI8p4cb39dM-R4"><span style="font-size:18px;">www.bkdallas.org</span></a></p></div>

Br Enrique's visit to Dallas from April 16-20th

<p><span style="font-size:22px;">The EarthX Congress of Conferences is one of the world’s largest, most comprehensive, and impactful gatherings of leaders and experts in sustainability, green finance, environmental action, and the conservation of ocean, land, and resources. Held from April 21st to April 25th, it brought together leaders from diverse fields--including business, investment, innovation, philanthropy, academia, government, public policy, and environmental advocacy. More than 150 content sessions featured over 300 speakers from around the world.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">Brahma Kumaris Dallas has been supporting and attending EarthX for many years and maintains a mutually respectful relationship with EarthX founder, Trammel Crow and EarthX CEO, Rajan Singh. This year, Brother Golo Pilz, Energy Advisor for the Brahma Kumaris, was invited to serve as a panelist and speaker for an exclusive track dedicated to hosting globally known experts involved with "Powering the New India.” &nbsp;Brother Golo’s session included Allie Kelly, Executive Director of The Ray and Hemal Doshi, CEO of the Universal Green Group. &nbsp;The panelists shared India's progress on “Energy Independence: Powering Global South's Sustainable Growth.”</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">Sister Sonja, who is also engaged with the Brahma Kumaris Environment Initiative and COP activities, joined the Dallas Brahma Kumaris for the all-day program and met with many of the presenters. &nbsp;Sister Ranjan gave copies of the “Gift of Peace” to Trammell S. Crow, Founder of EarthX, Jim Ross, Mayor of Arlington city, and Robert Kowalik, VP of Environment, Amazon.</span></p><p><span style="font-size:22px;">Best Regards,</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Service Team</span><br><span style="font-size:22px;">Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center</span><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.bkdallas.org"><span style="font-size:22px;">www.bkdallas.org</span></a></p><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Earthx_conference_2025_2_af3a689084.jpg" alt="Earthx conference 2025 - 2.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Earthx_conference_2025_2_af3a689084.jpg 120w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Earthx_conference_2025_2_af3a689084.jpg 386w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Earthx_conference_2025_2_af3a689084.jpg 580w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Earthx_conference_2025_2_af3a689084.jpg 773w," sizes="100vw" width="773px"></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Earthx_conference_2025_3_79de08b395.jpg" alt="Earthx conference 2025 - 3.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Earthx_conference_2025_3_79de08b395.jpg 120w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Earthx_conference_2025_3_79de08b395.jpg 386w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Earthx_conference_2025_3_79de08b395.jpg 580w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Earthx_conference_2025_3_79de08b395.jpg 773w," sizes="100vw" width="773px"></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Earthx_conference_2025_4_da4636fbcc.jpg" alt="Earthx conference 2025 - 4.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Earthx_conference_2025_4_da4636fbcc.jpg 120w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Earthx_conference_2025_4_da4636fbcc.jpg 386w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Earthx_conference_2025_4_da4636fbcc.jpg 580w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Earthx_conference_2025_4_da4636fbcc.jpg 773w," sizes="100vw" width="773px"></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Earthx_conference_2025_5_af950696e0.jpg" alt="Earthx conference 2025 - 5.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Earthx_conference_2025_5_af950696e0.jpg 120w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Earthx_conference_2025_5_af950696e0.jpg 386w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Earthx_conference_2025_5_af950696e0.jpg 580w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Earthx_conference_2025_5_af950696e0.jpg 773w," sizes="100vw" width="773px"></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Earthx_conference_2025_6_a4c3c6d7f0.jpg" alt="Earthx conference 2025 - 6.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Earthx_conference_2025_6_a4c3c6d7f0.jpg 120w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Earthx_conference_2025_6_a4c3c6d7f0.jpg 386w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Earthx_conference_2025_6_a4c3c6d7f0.jpg 580w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Earthx_conference_2025_6_a4c3c6d7f0.jpg 773w," sizes="100vw" width="773px"></figure>

Br Golo Visits Dallas and speaks at the EarthX Congress of Conferences held from 21st to 25th April 2025

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<p>Omshanti</p><p>May 4th marks one year since our beloved Sister Gita transitioned into an elevated role in Baba’s subtle service. Her presence may have shifted from the physical, but the fragrance of her love, humor, and tireless seeva continues to remind us of Baba’s love.</p><p>Today , we gathered for a heartfelt remembrance at the Meditation Museum with dear souls she had touched—some who served closely with her, others who were simply transformed by her gentle strength and divine care. It was a moment filled with love, laughter, tears, and deep gratitude.</p><p>We’re also overjoyed to share that Inscribe Press has published “<i><strong>The Sister Gita Effect: Living in Love with the Divine</strong></i>”, a memoir that captures her journey—before and after meeting Baba. It’s a tender, inspiring read that brings her essence to life and reminds us of the power of love and service.</p><p>Tomorrow, we will offer Bhog and sit in silent yoga, celebrating the luminous soul that was—and is—our Sister Gita. You’re warmly invited to share in this remembrance through the video from our memorial gathering. Whether you watch in full or simply land where your heart leads, may you feel her divine presence embracing you.</p><p>Watch the Memorial Video <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://vimeo.com/1081166389/e46a7147d2?ts=1311090&amp;share=copy">https://vimeo.com/1081166389/e46a7147d2?ts=1311090&amp;share=copy</a></p><p>With love,</p><p>Sister Jenna and the Family</p><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:70.06%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir_1_6dfce77fdb.jpg" alt="2025-05-MA-Sr Gita - A Memoir-1.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir_1_6dfce77fdb.jpg 158w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir_1_6dfce77fdb.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir_1_6dfce77fdb.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir_1_6dfce77fdb.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:70.23%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir2_6cd431d97d.jpg" alt="2025-05-MA-Sr Gita - A Memoir2.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir2_6cd431d97d.jpg 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir2_6cd431d97d.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir2_6cd431d97d.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir2_6cd431d97d.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:70.41%;"><img class="image image_resized" src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir3_3e9002f8a1.jpg" alt="2025-05-MA-Sr Gita - A Memoir3.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir3_3e9002f8a1.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir3_3e9002f8a1.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir3_3e9002f8a1.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_2025_05_MA_Sr_Gita_A_Memoir3_3e9002f8a1.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure><p style="text-align:center;"><span style="color:#b71c1c;"><strong>Sister Gita</strong></span><br><i>Poem by BK Akshay</i></p><p style="text-align:center;">Half a decade prior<br>I met a soul, bright as fire.<br>With eyes that took me higher<br>And endless enthusiasm, far beyond tire.<br>With love in her glance<br>And joy in her dance<br>She broke your shell of sorrow<br>And put you into a joyous trance.<br>She only gave, never took.<br>She filled your heart with the food she cooked.<br>Full of wisdom, she was a large, open book.<br>She would fill you with knowledge with just one look.<br>Her spirit was peaceful as a dove<br>For she remained ever in love with the One above.<br>Within the hearts of thousands, she lit a flame<br>To tame the devils within, which were left untamed.<br>The grace with which she walked and spoke,<br>The humor with which she told a joke,<br>All of it lit up my heart,<br>This was her wonderful part.<br>She carried herself as though she were nobility<br>Yet she lifted up those around her with her humility.<br>Such was her remarkable role<br>Without which our memory would not be whole.<br>We will always remember Sister Gita<br>For the lesson she taught, crystal clear,<br>That joy cures sorrow and that love heals fear.<br>Om Shanti.</p>

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Brahma Kumaris Ohio & Kentucky - Hosts "Discover Inner Peace and Lasting Happiness" Retreat

BK Ohio & Kentucky - Hosts Holi Celebration

Rising Together: A Gathering for Women's Liberation and Empowerment in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma BKs Hold Earth Day Event at Oklahoma City University

Oklahoma BKs Provide a Holographic Shivaling show for Shivratri at the Hindu Temple in Omaha, Nebraska

Combined Legacies of Brahma Baba & MLK Celebrated in Oklahoma City, USA

Sister Shivani's USA & Caribbean Tour: Program Recordings

News from Tornado-stricken Oklahoma

Sister Shivani's USA & Caribbean Tour: Program Recordings

Brahma Kumaris Florida Service Newsletter - December 2024

FLORIDA & PUERTO RICO SERVICE NEWSLETTER AUGUST 2024

Florida Service in June Focuses on IDY 2024

Br Enrique's visit to Dallas from April 16-20th

Br Golo Visits Dallas and speaks at the EarthX Congress of Conferences held from 21st to 25th April 2025

Sister Shivani's USA & Caribbean Tour: Program Recordings

“The Sister Gita Effect: Living in Love with the Divine” - A Memoir

USA Tour of Shantivan's Dr Savita: Virginia, DC, Florida, San Francisco, Peace Village, & Silicon Valley