<div class="gmail_quote" 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;"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_signature" dir="ltr"><div dir="ltr"><div>Seeds of Godly Love and Knowledge are sown.We choose lifeKhabarovsk, is one of the largest cities in the Far East of Russia, located near to the Russia-China border, on the bank of the Amur River. The city of 600 thousands people is a large industrial and cultural center in the Far East of Russia. The citizens are open, light, and friendly.</div><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr"><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr">The service in the city began with the cooperation of&nbsp;Ms.&nbsp;Svetlana Sokolova,&nbsp;Project Director, Teenaged Girls’&nbsp;Club. Ms. Svetlana&nbsp;was introduced to a variety of programmes and projects of Brahma Kumaris. The like minded Director of the Project was also&nbsp;interviewed. Sharing her thoughts about kindness to oneself, to the family, to the city and to the world, she also showed keen interest to promote the basic&nbsp;ideas of Brahma Kumaris.&nbsp;&nbsp;In the classroom of the Club, in the atmosphere of lightness, cleanliness and peace the BK Teachers Alla Sanovnikova and Nadezhda Bispalova conducted a series of programmes with themes:&nbsp;"Gaining inner strength"&nbsp;&nbsp;"How to create one's best destiny?" "How to use the subtle secrets of karma in real life?" "How to use inner powers to succeed and to overcome obstacles?"&nbsp;The lecturers, together with the audience, tried to answer these questions.&nbsp;Spiritual literature was gifted to them.&nbsp;Among others who benefited from other meetings were&nbsp;Ms.&nbsp;Marina Kuntsevich,&nbsp;Actress and Director of the Khabarovsk Philharmonic,&nbsp;Associate professor of the Khabarovsk Institute of Culture&nbsp;and&nbsp;Mr.&nbsp;Vladimir Glazunov,&nbsp;talented actor, famous TV presenter and producer&nbsp;(who played in the poetic one-man show&nbsp;"Eduard Assadov, a blind poet".&nbsp;This is a story about the dramatic life of a well-known Russian poet who went to war to defend his Motherland at the age of 17 and was blinded by a severe wound. He overcame tragedies and difficulties and could live 80 years of his life with dignity).Service also took place at an unusual bookstore of the city&nbsp;"Simple Informality",&nbsp;where visitors not only buy books, but also chat, read, and take part in various creative programs. The Administrator was presented with several books of the Center with best wishes and confidence in long-term cooperation.People of the city need more Knowledge about the Eternal values and Powers of the soul in this unique time of global change. Let more and more souls receive the Love&nbsp;of the Supreme Father.Seeds of Godly Love and Knowledge are sown.&nbsp; We choose life<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-vZSQXd6cuL5J0XiZJRG2g1bKLKTzPat?usp=sharing">&nbsp;Photo report</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Service_News_from_Khabarovsk_Russia_15_bbc731d01d.jpg" alt="Service News fromKhabarovsk, Russia-15.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Service_News_from_Khabarovsk_Russia_15_bbc731d01d.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Service_News_from_Khabarovsk_Russia_15_bbc731d01d.jpg 353w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Service_News_from_Khabarovsk_Russia_15_bbc731d01d.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Service_News_from_Khabarovsk_Russia_15_bbc731d01d.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Service_News_from_Khabarovsk_Russia_16_05cff1bca7.jpg" alt="Service News fromKhabarovsk, Russia-16.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Service_News_from_Khabarovsk_Russia_16_05cff1bca7.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Service_News_from_Khabarovsk_Russia_16_05cff1bca7.jpg 353w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Service_News_from_Khabarovsk_Russia_16_05cff1bca7.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Service_News_from_Khabarovsk_Russia_16_05cff1bca7.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Seeds of Godly Love and Knowledge are sown.  We choose life service news from Khabarovsk, Russia

<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;orphans:2;text-align:justify;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;">"Women are benefactors of the world"<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:calibri, sans-serif;font-size:14.003pt;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;orphans:2;text-align:justify;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;">Brahma Kumaris, invited to a public creative festival “Silver Scattering of Stars" (aged people in actice life)&nbsp;organised with the support of the&nbsp;Presidential Foundation for Cultural Initiatives, Samara.<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:calibri, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;orphans:2;text-align:justify;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 Tamara, CC, Samara&nbsp;shared: "the role of women in the modern world has greatly increased. Women have mercy, wisdom and spiritual power. They realize their positive qualities, which helped them to maintain balance in life, and they continue to reveal their potential even at the&nbsp;"Silver Age". An exhibition of rich&nbsp;paintings, photos, knitting and handicrafts was organised on&nbsp;the occasion. Exhibition was held at the&nbsp;House of Officers&nbsp; where various choral groups from the&nbsp;Samara region,&nbsp;with&nbsp;joyful and cheerful faces the&nbsp;talented artists&nbsp;performed in a variety of cultures. It was interesting to listen to the songs of different nations and to look at various national costumes. Artists and guests shared their experience that, by reviving the culture of folk singing, they cultivate love for the traditions of their nationality, respect for world cultures and moral values especially in their children and grandchildren. As a result, relations between generations are improving, which means more understading and happiness will exist as we move into the future.<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:calibri, sans-serif;font-size:14.003pt;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;orphans:2;text-align:justify;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;">The atmosphere of the festival was warm and friendly.&nbsp;BKs&nbsp;expressed their pure feelings and good wishes to the artists, the audience and to their multinational native land and also wished everybody for further improvement of the qualities of the&nbsp;soul.<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;orphans:2;text-align:justify;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;"><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ODLnFjapz38YYzImmDbpkEym_5PONQXE?usp=sharing">Photo report</a><p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:calibri, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;orphans:2;text-align:justify;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;">Coordinated by&nbsp;BK Tamara, CC, Samara&nbsp;and the team<p style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:calibri, sans-serif;font-size:small;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;orphans:2;text-align:justify;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;">Thanks letter from the Tver Parks Directorate<div style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;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;" dir="ltr">The&nbsp;Municipal Institution "Directorate of Parks"&nbsp;of the&nbsp;City of Tver&nbsp;presented Thanks Letter for being active participation in five major programmes during 2024.&nbsp;Maksim Valerievich&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Director<figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Women_are_benefactors_of_the_world_From_Samara_Russia_13_8b8c931a9d.jpg" alt="Women are benefactors of the worldFromSamara, Russia-13.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Women_are_benefactors_of_the_world_From_Samara_Russia_13_8b8c931a9d.jpg 111w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Women_are_benefactors_of_the_world_From_Samara_Russia_13_8b8c931a9d.jpg 355w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Women_are_benefactors_of_the_world_From_Samara_Russia_13_8b8c931a9d.jpg 532w," sizes="100vw" width="532px"></figure></div>

"Women are benefactors of the world" from Samara, Russia 

<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;">Public programme at the Retreat Centre "Dawn"</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;">"How to fill up with power when the soul feels lack of inner power"&nbsp;Brahma Kumaris Raja Yoga Center in&nbsp;Irkutsk&nbsp;offered the citizens the program&nbsp;"How to fill up with power".They talked about thoughts that make us empty and take away our&nbsp;spiritual powers,&nbsp;as well as about the methods of how to fill ourselves with powers. The guests of the program contemplated on what&nbsp;spiritual powers&nbsp;we have, how they can help us to move forward. They also could explore inner states and understand&nbsp;"who I am".Meditation was an interesting experiment for everyone. Participants were trained to imagine their personality in the most perfect and mentally powerful state and were asked to write a letter for oneself with advice on how not to lose energy and be filled with strength. Further during the tea session the guests had Q&amp;A session followed by contemplation on&nbsp;"The Source of our spiritual powers".<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18p4pFxMfp7lY1T2xyG84EWtD7wNcLbD2?usp=sharing">Photo report</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/How_to_fill_up_with_power_when_the_soul_feels_lack_of_inner_power_6_0406af2dd0.jpg" alt="How to fill up with power when the soul feels lack of inner power-6.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_How_to_fill_up_with_power_when_the_soul_feels_lack_of_inner_power_6_0406af2dd0.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_How_to_fill_up_with_power_when_the_soul_feels_lack_of_inner_power_6_0406af2dd0.jpg 354w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_How_to_fill_up_with_power_when_the_soul_feels_lack_of_inner_power_6_0406af2dd0.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_How_to_fill_up_with_power_when_the_soul_feels_lack_of_inner_power_6_0406af2dd0.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/How_to_fill_up_with_power_when_the_soul_feels_lack_of_inner_power_7_3dc63c4282.jpg" alt="How to fill up with power when the soul feels lack of inner power-7.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_How_to_fill_up_with_power_when_the_soul_feels_lack_of_inner_power_7_3dc63c4282.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_How_to_fill_up_with_power_when_the_soul_feels_lack_of_inner_power_7_3dc63c4282.jpg 354w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_How_to_fill_up_with_power_when_the_soul_feels_lack_of_inner_power_7_3dc63c4282.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_How_to_fill_up_with_power_when_the_soul_feels_lack_of_inner_power_7_3dc63c4282.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure>&nbsp;</div>

"How to fill up with power when the soul feels lack of inner power" program from Irkutsk, Russia

<p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:normal;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;orphans:2;text-align:justify;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;">A project for children and adults&nbsp;"To the Treasures of the Soul on the Brigantine of Knowledge" started&nbsp;in the city of&nbsp;Chita. Project is&nbsp;aimed at the development of good qualities to create harmonious relationships between children and adults. The program took place at The Senior Citizens Communication Center of the Social Fund of Russia&nbsp;"Ingoda".<p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:normal;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;orphans:2;text-align:justify;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;">The Story: Program was held in the form of a sea travel game: the young sea cadets and experienced "sea wolves" sailed to look for treasures on the Brigantine of Knowledge. During the travelling they met reef obstacles: laziness, anger, carelessness, envy, pride, fear, and dissolved them in the Ocean of Love. A magical chest with unlimited spiritual treasures – the best qualities of the soul - was waiting for the winners on a wonderful island. The travelers could think and understand the value of love, kindness, care, self-discipline, responsibility, cheerfulness and respect and feel how those treasures colored their life with joyful and happy colors.<p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:normal;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;orphans:2;text-align:justify;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;">All the participants were treated with a traditional dish on any ship - a large pot with noodles and vegetables and also fruits with the names of the best qualities of the soul.<p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:normal;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;orphans:2;text-align:justify;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;">When the journey came to an end the sailors received a lot of good wishes and, of course, homework: not to forget about the treasures, to use them in their everyday life and to notice how relationships with family and friends changed.<p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:normal;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;orphans:2;text-align:justify;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;">Coordinated by BK Snezhana and team<p class="MsoNormal" style="-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;background-color:rgb(255, 255, 255);color:rgb(34, 34, 34);font-family:Calibri, sans-serif;font-size:11pt;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;line-height:normal;margin:0cm 0cm 8pt;orphans:2;text-align:justify;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;"><a href=" https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1_1AJ5yl6EFRLrbEdb-LVj-aL3xFVPHzp?usp=sharing" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Photo report</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/public_program_for_children_and_parents_9_e979718ec1.jpg" alt="public program for children and parents-9.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_public_program_for_children_and_parents_9_e979718ec1.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_public_program_for_children_and_parents_9_e979718ec1.jpg 353w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_public_program_for_children_and_parents_9_e979718ec1.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_public_program_for_children_and_parents_9_e979718ec1.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/public_program_for_children_and_parents_10_278c866c94.jpg" alt="public program for children and parents-10.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_public_program_for_children_and_parents_10_278c866c94.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_public_program_for_children_and_parents_10_278c866c94.jpg 353w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_public_program_for_children_and_parents_10_278c866c94.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_public_program_for_children_and_parents_10_278c866c94.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure><figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/public_program_for_children_and_parents_11_2699c8890b.jpg" alt="public program for children and parents-11.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_public_program_for_children_and_parents_11_2699c8890b.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_public_program_for_children_and_parents_11_2699c8890b.jpg 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"Treasures of the Soul on the Brigantine of Knowledge" program from Chita, Russia

Program “My years are my wealth” CHITA The festive program "My years are my wealth" at the Senior Citizens Communication Center of the Social Fund of Russia in city Chita "Ingoda" was successfully held by BK students on the occasion of the Day of the Elderly, the Day of Wisdom. During the program the guests were suggested to look at oneself, to look deep inside and see diamonds of love, pearls of purity, sapphires of peace, gold placers of happiness and joy, platinum mines of wisdom and inner powers. A person who possesses such countless, everlasting treasures, can’t be unsuccessful! To the host's question: "Where are these jewels kept?", the guests answered: "In the soul." Wah! Everybody understood the main thing: we don't really have anything to worry about, because we are eternal souls! The practice of Raja Yoga meditation helps the soul to gain Wisdom. Spiritual treasures were taken out of a wonderful box symbolizing a soul and everyone contemplated: Do I have enough of this or that treasure? Meditation at the end of the program enabled everybody to fill up with spiritual treasures. The transformation was reflected on the face of the people. Sincere smiles, eyes filled with kindness and happiness... And the desire to stay in this atmosphere for some more time. Tea and sweets became another gift for the guests.&nbsp; <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/10-k1BrFaY3wh9nYb9rIVWZky8Kx6Igec?usp=sharing">Photo link</a><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2024_09_Service_news_Chita_1_d7c83204d4.jpg" alt="2024-09_Service news_Chita_1.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2024_09_Service_news_Chita_1_d7c83204d4.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2024_09_Service_news_Chita_1_d7c83204d4.jpg 353w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2024_09_Service_news_Chita_1_d7c83204d4.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_2024_09_Service_news_Chita_1_d7c83204d4.jpg 706w," sizes="100vw" width="706px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2024_09_Service_news_Chita_2_abb1251f08.jpg" alt="2024-09_Service news_Chita_2.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2024_09_Service_news_Chita_2_abb1251f08.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2024_09_Service_news_Chita_2_abb1251f08.jpg 353w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2024_09_Service_news_Chita_2_abb1251f08.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_2024_09_Service_news_Chita_2_abb1251f08.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure>

“My years are my wealth” Program in Chita - Russia 

Raksha Bandhan festival in the yoga studio "Point of Creation" VOLGOGRAD Introduction: Those who study in the studio and those who are interested in the culture of beautiful India took part in the celebration. People need love, care and protection. Like all the festivals Raksha Bandhan has a deep spiritual significance. Sisters tie a beautiful silk thread - rakhi around their brothers' wrists to protect them from evil. And the brothers promise to protect their sisters and help them in difficult situations. Raksha Bandhan is a particularly revered festival in India which reminds us that there is a spiritual kinship among people all over the world. We are all spiritual children of God. His holy love and the power of purity nourishes and protects us from any evil. A pledge from heart: What do I want to get rid of in order to become happy. In silence the guests were ready to tie the rakhi of purity and make a promise to God to get rid of some of their weaknesses that prevent their progress in life. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-jCUQVKmesKzVMeSAXlEmnS6-_GMs2bm?usp=sharing">Photo link</a><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad2_6e148234ec.jpg" alt="Point of Creation-Vogagrad2.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad2_6e148234ec.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad2_6e148234ec.jpg 353w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad2_6e148234ec.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad2_6e148234ec.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad1_c6d3e44231.jpg" alt="Point of Creation-Vogagrad1.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad1_c6d3e44231.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad1_c6d3e44231.jpg 353w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad1_c6d3e44231.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad1_c6d3e44231.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad3_f79c118f03.jpg" alt="Point of Creation-Vogagrad3.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad3_f79c118f03.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad3_f79c118f03.jpg 353w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad3_f79c118f03.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Point_of_Creation_Vogagrad3_f79c118f03.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure> &nbsp;

"Point of Creation" Program in Volgograd - Russia

All Cities

Avyakt Baba especially focuses on inculcation of divine virtues. We decided to select such virtues and conduct monthly workshops. Monthly Avyakt signals from Madhuban add to our discussions. Good wishes and teachings from senior Didis no less help us to further progress. One of the divine virtues on which Baba repeatedly cautions is "The virtue of Contentment". Our workshop began with a short video about the Goddess Santosh, who is worshipped on the path of bhakti. We remembered the qualities of Mama. Brahma Baba and Mama are examples for us on this spiritual path. We felt their invisible presence at our gathering.Essence which emerged through our discussions is as follows: What kind of contentment does the Supreme Father teach us, playing the role of our Teacher, in this Confluence Age? When we talk about inner, true, lasting contentment, we emphasize that this contentment is based on supersensible achievements (that is, we are filled not through physical, material organs – eyes, ears, organs of touch, smell, etc.). This fullness comes through our union with the Supreme Father, the accumulation of treasures of knowledge, powers, virtues, and the accumulation of true and imperishable values. The Supreme Father, the Supreme Teacher, gives us many different methods to obtain the three certificates of contentment: with ourselves, from God, and the Brahmin family. Contentment is a special decoration of the personality. Being contented means to maintain our dignity. A contented person shares his happiness with others, he never complains or envies. Sisters and brothers shared with great love the yuktis that helped them to stay contented; they remembered the moments of their Brahmin life when they felt deep inner fulfillment. Conclusions:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>When there is contentment, we perceive any problem as a means to ascend. We need to focus not on the problem, but on the solution.&nbsp;</li><li>A contented person does not expect anything from others. If no one pays attention to us, if no one asks "How are you?", can we remain content? A contented person does not depend on the opinions and behavior of others.&nbsp; When a person does not deviate from his principles, following the voice of conscience, inner harmony is created. We must be aware of our spiritual treasures and our unique role in this World Drama, and then contentment will come to us.&nbsp;</li><li>We must focus on good features in the people around us. If we look at bad qualities, and keep garbage in our heads, it brings suffering, and contentment disappears. If we look only at good qualities, our thoughts will be pure, our actions elevated. Then contentment will surely come.&nbsp;</li><li>In any situation, even the most unfavorable from the outside, we need to do what we can, and not be upset by the result. Honest efforts will surely bear fruit, even if the fruits do not appear immediately. It helps to stay satisfied.</li><li>Being detached from my body and bodily roles, I can stay in the remembrance of God and be filled with all His powers and qualities. It gives me the opportunity to enjoy all the scenes of the World Drama. &nbsp;</li></ul>During the workshop, we only touched the faces of this unlimited quality. Nevertheless, we felt like santushtmani, we felt that we had become closer to each other, like beads strung on a single thread of love. Om Shanti Photo Links: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SiHky4DywP7x5dBWKeEy2wtavPKABJ3c?usp=sharing">https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1SiHky4DywP7x5dBWKeEy2wtavPKABJ3c?usp=sharing</a> &nbsp;<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2025_Service_news_Brest_1_933d13e89f.jpg" alt="2025_Service news_Brest-1.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2025_Service_news_Brest_1_933d13e89f.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2025_Service_news_Brest_1_933d13e89f.jpg 354w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2025_Service_news_Brest_1_933d13e89f.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_2025_Service_news_Brest_1_933d13e89f.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure><figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2025_Service_news_Brest_2_84a166ede9.jpg" alt="2025_Service news_Brest-2.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2025_Service_news_Brest_2_84a166ede9.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2025_Service_news_Brest_2_84a166ede9.jpg 354w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2025_Service_news_Brest_2_84a166ede9.jpg 531w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_2025_Service_news_Brest_2_84a166ede9.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure> Thanks for your attention and blessings BK Sis. Larisa Divine family Brest, Belarus &nbsp;

BKs in Brest, Belarus Enjoy "The Virtue of Contentment" in Their Monthly BK Family Workshop

Belarus

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Celebration of the 32nd Anniversary of the Baba's Center in Riga, Latvia

&nbsp;<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:80.05%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/1000012662_b049f968ad.jpg" alt="1000012662.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_1000012662_b049f968ad.jpg 201w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_1000012662_b049f968ad.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_1000012662_b049f968ad.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_1000012662_b049f968ad.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure>Om Shanti.&nbsp; As part of the International Day of Yoga, we organized a seminar on the topic “True Leadership”. On the third Sunday of June, the Raja Yoga Center hosted an Hour of International Meditation dedicated to the IDY and whole world. Mr. Tapan Mishra (UN) visited the Raja Yoga Center and participated in meditation.Best regards, BK Inna Kim Raja Yoga Practitioner Director<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://mn.brahmakumaris.org/">mn.brahmakumaris.org&nbsp;</a> <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.facebook.com/mongoliabrahmakumaris/ ">https://www.facebook.com/mongoliabrahmakumaris/&nbsp;</a> &nbsp; the group - Raja Yoga Mongolia &nbsp;

Mongolia Hosts a Seminar & World Meditation for IDY

Latvia

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Main_Content_Event1_48724f1386.jpeg" alt="MainContent_Event1.jpeg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Main_Content_Event1_48724f1386.jpeg 206w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Main_Content_Event1_48724f1386.jpeg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Main_Content_Event1_48724f1386.jpeg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Main_Content_Event1_48724f1386.jpeg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure>1st International Conference "Indian Epics Ramayana and Mahabharata and their Universal Significance"Jawaharlal Nehru Cultural Centre, Embassy of India, Moscow and Moscow State Linguistic University,&nbsp;organized a wonderful scientific event: the first International Conference devoted to the two great Indian epic poems.&nbsp; The representatives of the Indian diaspora in Moscow, Indologists from Russian cities, and students participated in the meeting.&nbsp;Didi Sudha and Dr. Vijay Kumar and a group of BKs&nbsp;from the&nbsp;Brahma Kumaris&nbsp;became the guests of the event.Mr. Vinay Kumar, Ambassador of India to the Russian Federation&nbsp;extended the greetings with the words,&nbsp;"the conference represents a significant milestone as one of the first academic initiatives in Russia dedicated to these ancient Indian texts and we are especially delighted to showcase the scholarly work of students from Moscow State Linguistic University and Moscow State University of International Relations, whose fresh perspectives will enrich the discussion. I wish for a pleasant and fruitful discussion".&nbsp;Ms. Irina Kraeva, Rector of Moscow State Linguistic University&nbsp;quotes, "today we are to discuss the very source of India's wisdom-the two great Epic poems Ramayana and Mahabharata. The interest of Russians for these masterpieces goes back to the times of Leo Tolstoy who, commenting on Mahabharata, wrote that "man ought to use all his spiritual power to do his moral duty". The Conference has a symbolic value: we foster deeper understanding of Indian civilization which will be beneficial at all levels - educational, political, social and economic".&nbsp;&nbsp;Professor&nbsp;Sergey Serebryany, Russian Indologist, specialist in the history of Indian literature and culture,&nbsp;said&nbsp;"that both epics attracted Western and Russian scholars for centuries. Ramayana and Mahabharata are distinguished by their uniqueness. They are a repository of truth and soft power of Indian culture in the modern world".&nbsp;Ms. Ami Ganatra (India), Chief Guest,&nbsp;autor Mahabharata Unravelled and Ramayana Unravelled,&nbsp;delivered excerpts of the Epics as a significant part of human life.&nbsp;Didi Sudha,&nbsp;Brahma Kumaris&nbsp;became the guest of the event. She got acquainted with&nbsp; Ms. Irina Kraeva, with the senior staff members, with the Youth participants, speakers and shared her feelings of spiritual significance with respect to the Indian Epics.There were more than 20 presentations by scientists and teachers from Moscow, St. Petersburg and other cities, as well as guests from India. The cultural program became the bright decoration of the conference. During the breaks, the participants were generously treated to traditional Indian tea masala and national dishes of Indian cuisine.Ms. Madhurkankana Roy, Director, JNCC, Indian Embassy conducted the programme.The conference became a bright and notable 2-day event in the scientific and cultural life of Moscow.&nbsp;<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Event2_Main_Content_428853df05.jpg" alt="Event2_MainContent.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Event2_Main_Content_428853df05.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Event2_Main_Content_428853df05.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Event2_Main_Content_428853df05.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Event2_Main_Content_428853df05.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure>&nbsp;Public program "Spring in the Soul"An enlightened programme&nbsp;"Spring in the Soul"&nbsp;was held as part of the&nbsp;"Voice and Soul"&nbsp;project. It was dedicated to art, spirituality and cultural traditions. The event brought together many participants who came to enjoy the atmosphere of creativity and to exchange experiences.Ms. Elena Syabro and Mr. Yuri Shiyan, talented singers,&nbsp;opened the program with the presentation of their songs. The songs touched the hearts of the audience and helped to feel that spring has come. The music filled the hall with lively emotions and inspiration.Ms. Ekaterina Ozerova, a teacher of choreography, winner of Russian and international dance festivals,&nbsp;showed her skills in the tribal fusion style, and also talked about the role of dancing in her life. Her performance was a vivid example of how movement can be a means of self-expression and personal development.The Indian Shiv Jayanti festival&nbsp;also became a part of the program. The participants shared their impressions of the trips to India and the feelings they had towards the country. Thanks to the video, everyone could make a virtual trip to India and visit&nbsp;Madhuban&nbsp;where the headquarters of the&nbsp;Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University&nbsp;is located. This magical place attracts thousands of people from all over the world who have a desire to be filled with good energy and spiritually renewed.Yuri Shiyan&nbsp;also shared his impressions of a recent trip to India. He performed a composition inspired by Indian culture with great enthusiasm. With the sounds of his guitar, all the guests dove into meditation with thoughts of love and gratitude to the Almighty Father and fate for all the good things in their life.Alla Sadovnikova from Vladivostok and Margarita Vladovskaya from Novosibirsk,&nbsp;who have been practicing Raja Yoga for more than 30 years, talked about how Yoga helps them to face life's difficulties and achieve harmony.Our Senior Teachers, Didi Sudha and Dr. Vijay Kumar, shared their feelings and inspired the participants to further their&nbsp;development and self—improvement.The hall was decorated with flags with the symbolic image of God. The point of light in the center symbolizes the Light of the Supreme Soul, the Supreme Father. In India He is called "Shiva", which means "Benefactor", the One who brings only benefit to everyone. When we remember Him, feeling like a soul, a child of God, an invisible connection is established between us and we are filled with His kind energy. We also become benefactors and participate in the unlimited task to bring benefit to the whole world, so that everyone around us can feel the goodness and energy of God.The&nbsp;"Spring in the Soul"&nbsp;program has become a true&nbsp;celebration of creativity, spirituality and unity. The hearts of the participants were filled with inspiration for the future. And many came forward with proposals to conduct similar programmes in their organisations and such services now in the process.BK Elena Titova,&nbsp;Author of the programme

Moscow BKs Explain the Relevance of Ancient Indian Scriptures & Celebrate the Creativity, Spirituality & Unity of Cultural Traditions

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Visit_of_Ambassador_0d8d139617.jpg" alt="Visit of Ambassador.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Visit_of_Ambassador_0d8d139617.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Visit_of_Ambassador_0d8d139617.jpg 353w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Visit_of_Ambassador_0d8d139617.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Visit_of_Ambassador_0d8d139617.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure>BK Sudha ji warmly welcomed with gratitude Her Excellency Ms. Shobini Gunasekera, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Russian Federation for her visit to Brahma Kumaris, Mayak Mira, Moscow. &nbsp;Ms. Shobini ji was taken around a part of the premises. Her main aim of visiting the Brahma Kumaris was to begin the preliminary course of Raja Yoga! Sudha Didi attended Ms. Shobini Gunasekera for an hour and half. After the 1st lesson on Meditation, Ms. Shobini Gunasekera was further taken on a tour of some more parts of the building.It's our pleasure to send the news of the same to the global family for good wishes to the soul beginning to learn Raja Yoga.<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/11CIzDf_pNUgYY3glae9hFwKZVyAIvkLM/view">Video</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1rZdp74v2cX9-JSqz0hkxcEJK3pvtQy6u?usp=drive_link">photo</a> reports of the visit of Her Excellency Ms. Shobini Gunasekera, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Russian Federation. &nbsp;<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/11CIzDf_pNUgYY3glae9hFwKZVyAIvkLM/view" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Video_Image_Sri_Lanka_s_Ambassador_in_Brahma_Kumaris_Moscow_8_cb0c23027c.jpg" alt="Video Image - Sri Lanka_s Ambassador in Brahma Kumaris_Moscow 8.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Video_Image_Sri_Lanka_s_Ambassador_in_Brahma_Kumaris_Moscow_8_cb0c23027c.jpg 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Video_Image_Sri_Lanka_s_Ambassador_in_Brahma_Kumaris_Moscow_8_cb0c23027c.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Video_Image_Sri_Lanka_s_Ambassador_in_Brahma_Kumaris_Moscow_8_cb0c23027c.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Video_Image_Sri_Lanka_s_Ambassador_in_Brahma_Kumaris_Moscow_8_cb0c23027c.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></a><figcaption>The visit of Her Excellency Ms. Shobini Gunasekera, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Russian Federation - Click here to watch the video: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/11CIzDf_pNUgYY3glae9hFwKZVyAIvkLM/view">Video</a>&nbsp;</figcaption></figure>Regards Divine family, Moscow

Her Excellency Ms. Shobini Gunasekera, Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the Russian Federation Visits The Brahma Kumaris Mayak Mira (Beacon of Peace) Center, Moscow

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/News_Yoga_day_ead79a6458.jpg" alt="News_Yoga day.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_News_Yoga_day_ead79a6458.jpg 110w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_News_Yoga_day_ead79a6458.jpg 353w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_News_Yoga_day_ead79a6458.jpg 530w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_News_Yoga_day_ead79a6458.jpg 707w," sizes="100vw" width="707px"></figure>As Run up event to the main International Day of Yoga 2025 (IDY 2025), Sh. Narendra Modi, Hon'ble Prime Minister of India has advised to organise activities to generate momentum for the main IDY event. In this regard, the Embassy of India, Moscow has organised at Brahma Kumaris Centre, the Yoga and Meditation programmes marking 75 days to IDY 2025.Accordingly, the public programme has been highlighted with a key speech by Ms. Madhurkankana Roy, Director, Jawaharlal Nehru Cultural Centre (JNCC).Yoga and Pranayama for healthy life conducted by Dr. Brijesh Gupta, JNCC.The Guided Raja Yoga Meditation for "Self-realization and the realization of Supreme Soul, conducted by Sudha Didi, Director, Brahma Kumaris, Moscow. 1) <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QKZ-iY8YkynDYg_xupmRg49b3G8Otppe/view?usp=sharing">Video of Programm</a> 2) <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ouw7vheC4NJGf5TrUEx01bc0nGk9Pwf1/view?usp=sharing">Interview_Ms. Madhur Kankana Roy Director (JNCC)</a> 3) <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H53lGFf3TirvwceqMo0HQbF_zneNi-6J/view?usp=sharing">Interview_Sudha Didi_Director_Brahma Kumaris_Moscow</a> 4) <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/14BUqboQ9w2xZrvwESxESLgUhtAnUXNoJ/view?usp=sharing">Video Footage of Programm (Yoga)</a>

Moscow BKs Host "75 Days to IDY-2025", a 'Run-up' Event to the September 2025 International Day of Yoga

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Irkutsk2_6e619b1ad0.jpeg" alt="Irkutsk2.jpeg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Irkutsk2_6e619b1ad0.jpeg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Irkutsk2_6e619b1ad0.jpeg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Irkutsk2_6e619b1ad0.jpeg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Irkutsk2_6e619b1ad0.jpeg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure>A wonderful friendly meeting took place in the city of&nbsp;Irkutsk,&nbsp;the meeting of the&nbsp;Consul General of India&nbsp;in&nbsp;Vladivostok&nbsp;and the representative of&nbsp;Brahma Kumaris&nbsp;World Spiritual University.Mr. Siddarth Gowrav&nbsp;became the fourteenth Consul General of the Republic of India in Vladivostok. Mr. Siddarth Gowrav joined the Indian Diplomatic Service in 2021. He graduated from the Indian Institute of Information Technology in Allahabad with a degree in Electronics and Communication Engineering and received a Postgraduate Diploma in Management (MBA) from the Indian Institute of Management in Calcutta.Pavel&nbsp;Khoroshutin, a Brahma Kumaris student, has been practicing Raja yoga for more than 14 years, he is a Director of the Center for Research and Development "Technologies of the Ideal", a practical behavioral psychologist, a researcher with 20 years of experience, head of the behavioral psychotherapy modality of the OPPL (All-Russian Professional Psychotherapeutic League). He is the author of patents on behavior change technologies.Mr. Siddarth Gowrav visited&nbsp;Lake Baikal&nbsp;as a tourist, and also had meetings with Irkutsk public organizations, including the Brahma Kumaris Raja Yoga Center. Various directions in yoga became the topic for discussion. The participants identified the main difference between the Brahma Kumaris method and other types of yoga.&nbsp;Mr. Consul General has a deep knowledge of the psychological foundations of yoga. Comparing different approaches to yoga, he drew attention to the fact that the&nbsp;Brahma Kumaris&nbsp;methods allow people to teach moral behavior. Brahma Kumaris meditation has an effect when people accept the principles of purity and virtue in their life. The Brahma Kumaris technique of remembrance of the Supreme Soul as a way of concentration and attention management makes that practice highly psychological.The meeting left pleasant impressions. During the meeting, Mr. Siddarth and Pavel exchanged gifts on behalf of the represented organizations.

In Irkutsk, A Friendly Meeting of Russian & Indian Culture Transpired Between BK Br Pavel Khoroshutin and Mr Siddarth Gowrav, Consul General of India for Vladivostok, RF

<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:75%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/Moscow_NGO_1_90218eba52.jpg" alt="Moscow_NGO_1.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_Moscow_NGO_1_90218eba52.jpg 245w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_Moscow_NGO_1_90218eba52.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_Moscow_NGO_1_90218eba52.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_Moscow_NGO_1_90218eba52.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure> The World NGO&nbsp;(Non-governmental organizations)&nbsp;Day at the Academy was held in Moscow with the support of the Public Council under the Ministry of Labor and Social Protection of Russia, the Commission of the Public Chamber of Russia for the Development of the nonprofit Sector and the NGO Agency for Social Information.&nbsp;The programme was hosted by the Presidential&nbsp;Academy, Moscow&nbsp;aimed at popularizing the activities of socially oriented NGOs dedicated&nbsp;&nbsp;to work with the millions of people who work in the fields of education, science, culture, sports, health, ecology, charity, and those who have chosen the mission to make the world kinder and fairer.&nbsp;Ruslan Nikolaevich Korchagin, Deputy Director of the Event, heartly congratulated the participants. He said: ""Active cooperation with NGO is part of the new educational technology&nbsp;"Training by serving". In modern&nbsp;society it is actively developed by the University of Public Service and Management. Thinking has changed, and thinking determines the future.High–class professionals from the government agencies, resource organizations, NGOs, discussed the issues of NGO development and the possibility of professionalization of students in an open creative playful format with students and teachers.&nbsp;Brahma Kumaris Interregional Public Organization - Center for Spiritual Development, Moscow was represented by&nbsp;Nadezhda Ganikovskaya, Journalist, PR,&nbsp;Lyudmila&nbsp;Petrunina, Children&nbsp;Programs Coordinator&nbsp;and&nbsp;Olga Obodets,&nbsp;Musician, Teacher&nbsp;an experienced practitioner of programs for children and their parents aimed at improving family relationships.&nbsp;They found new friends, new contacts and new ideas for fruitful cooperation aimed to&nbsp;Empowering Grassroots Movements for a Sustainable Future.

Moscow BKs Participate in "Empowering Grassroots Movements for a Sustainable Future", the 2025 Celebration of World NGO Day

Dear divine world family of Baba Lots of loving remembrance from Russia Om ShantiToday we have seen the press release of Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awards-2025. Press release:<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.mea.gov.in/press-releases.htm?dtl/38883/Pravasi+Bharatiya+Samman+Awards2025">https://www.mea.gov.in/press-releases.htm?dtl/38883/Pravasi+Bharatiya+Samman+Awards2025</a>Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award (PBSA) The Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award is the highest honour conferred on a Non-Resident Indian, Person of Indian Origin; or an organisation or institution established and run by them. The award is to commemorate the contribution of the Indian diaspora to create a better understanding of India abroad, support India's causes and work for the welfare of the local Indian community. Selected eminent Indian diaspora members are awarded the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Awards by the Hon'ble Rashtrapati Ji the President of India.It's a matter of great pleasure to share with you that Sudha Didi has been selected to receive the Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award-2025 in the field of Education for her dedication and altruistic service to the Russian Society. We heartily congratulate Sudha Didi ji. Today we specially remember our sweet BapDada with lots of love. We also specially remember our respected Dadis, respected Bro. Jagdish, Chakradhari Didi, Santosh Didi, Bro. Vijay. We also express gratitude to all our respected Seniors, to all brothers and sisters of Madhuban who always send rays of love, peace, purity to the world in general and to Russia in particular.We also express lots of appreciation to the Government of India for the recognition of &nbsp;Brahma Kumaris Educational programmes, Raja Yoga teachings and of course "Divine Yagya in Russia".In Baba's loving remembrance Your alokik brothers and sisters from Russia Region MultiMedia, MoscowPS: Also please see below messages of appreciation. ........ From Mr. Manoj Kotwani, President, Indian Business Alliance, MosowDear Ms. Gupta,On behalf of the Indian Business Alliance and the Indian community in Russia, I extend my warmest congratulations to you for being honored with the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award 2025. This accolade is a testament to your unwavering dedication and exceptional contributions to the field of education and spiritual upliftment through the Brahma Kumaris.Your tireless efforts in promoting spiritual values and holistic education have illuminated the lives of many, fostering inner peace and societal harmony. Initiatives such as the “Happy, Pure, and Prosperous Family – God’s Masterpiece” project, dedicated to the Year of the Family in Russia and the 34th anniversary of the St. Petersburg Brahma Kumaris Center, have been instrumental in nurturing family values and personal development. (Brahma Kumaris)Furthermore, your commitment to creating a “Clean and Healthy Society through Spiritual Empowerment”, a national project inaugurated by the President of India, underscores your role in building a value-based society. (Brahma Kumaris)Your leadership in organizing courses like the “Foundations of Spiritual Knowledge” has provided individuals with the tools for self-improvement and spiritual growth, enabling them to lead lives filled with purpose and inner strength. (Brahma Kumaris)As you receive this esteemed award during the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, it reflects not only your personal achievements but also the profound impact of the Brahma Kumaris’ mission in Russia and beyond.We are deeply inspired by your accomplishments and are confident that your work will continue to guide and uplift countless souls on their spiritual journeys.Om Shanti and Warm Regards,Sammy Manoj Kotwani President Indian Business Alliance---From Mr. Kashmir Singh, President of Hindustani Samaj, MoscowCongratulations, respected Sudha ji You are preaching spirituality among the common people. That's a great mission! I wish your Mission all the best.&nbsp; Best regards Kashmir Singh--Dr. Rameshwar Singh, President, Russian-Indian Friendship Society “DISHA”, MoscowCelebrating Excellence and Honour!&nbsp;Dr. Rameshwar Singh, President, and the entire team of the Russian-Indian Friendship Society “DISHA” are delighted to share a proud moment! Hindustani Samaj, the oldest organisation representing Indians in Russia, and its distinguished leader, Ms Sudha Rani Gupta, have been honoured with the prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award (PBSA).This award is a testament to their remarkable contributions towards strengthening the bonds between India and Russia, promoting cultural heritage, and empowering the Indian diaspora. Their work continues to inspire and pave the way for meaningful connections and collaborations. Let us join hands in celebrating this historic achievement!&nbsp;

Moscow, Russia: Sudha Didi Receives Prestigious Pravasi Bharatiya Samman Award-2025

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We are all doing well in Kiev. Recently a small group of BKs visited the Indian Embassy to greet the Head of the Cultural Wing at a public event.<figure class="image image_resized" style="width:100%;"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2025_Feb_Welfare_In_Ukraine_1_b848c96eb3.jpg" alt="2025-Feb_Welfare-In-Ukraine_1.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2025_Feb_Welfare_In_Ukraine_1_b848c96eb3.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2025_Feb_Welfare_In_Ukraine_1_b848c96eb3.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2025_Feb_Welfare_In_Ukraine_1_b848c96eb3.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_2025_Feb_Welfare_In_Ukraine_1_b848c96eb3.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure>The Sangam Retreat Center (SRC) in Ukraine is a place of special enthusiasm and cooperation of the Brahmins. Periodically, despite the difficult circumstances of the present time in Ukraine, Baba's children from different cities of the country (Kiev, Odessa, Uzhgorod, Lviv, Nikolaev, Mykolaiv, Bila Tserkva, Ternopil, Kharkov, etc.) with lots of love and enthusiasm, have been coming here to continue construction, planned repair work in SRC, as well as various kinds of work in the garden. Baba named His sacred Retreat place as Sangam. Wah! We had glimpses of the ongoing Kumbh Mela and enjoyed watching all the scenes of Drama! We celebrate all the festivals. While sisters decorate the main hall, prepare tolis, sweet treats, etc., brothers not only wash the utensils but also help in other services to maintain the sanctity of SRC. We gather together at the table 3 times a day exceptionally twice! Everyone was so fascinated by the joint work that we decided to continue this tradition. Many brothers and sisters, sometimes guests join online to watch the festivals, classes, ruhruhan. Sweet treats, toli, gifts, and songs continued during the celebrations and create special atmosphere of light, unity, inspirations.... at Baba's SRC. Our Respected Chakradhari Didi, Sudha Didi, Santosh Didi, Bro. Vijay and many seniors continue to shower on us the unlimited good wishes and blessings. We do feel pure vibrations reaching us from brothers and sisters from Russia Region, from Madhuban and the global family. Sangam Retreat Center (SRC) - Celebration Video: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UVpvJaGU20NpRobMw7ZnjskQfEBQiTwS/view">https://drive.google.com/file/d/1UVpvJaGU20NpRobMw7ZnjskQfEBQiTwS/view</a> Yours, Divine family Ukraine

All is well with the BK Family in Ukraine

<figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2024_09_Rakhi_Retreat_Ukarine_4_52b8521575.jpg" alt="2024-09_Rakhi Retreat_Ukarine 4.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2024_09_Rakhi_Retreat_Ukarine_4_52b8521575.jpg 208w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2024_09_Rakhi_Retreat_Ukarine_4_52b8521575.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2024_09_Rakhi_Retreat_Ukarine_4_52b8521575.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_2024_09_Rakhi_Retreat_Ukarine_4_52b8521575.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure>Happy to share with the global family about the Raksha Bandhan news celebrated in Ukraine with courageous and big hearted alokik family members from Bila Tserkva, Vinnytsia, Kyiv, Mykolaiv, Ternopil and Kharkiv.Gift to Baba on the eve of the Rakshabandhan celebrationShine of Purity began on the first day with an evening of powerful meditation. Followed by the meditation, we the children of the Purifier Father gathered around the fire to burn to the slightest traces of impurity on the eve of the Rakshabandhan celebration. After such a ceremony we returned to our rooms and moved into the Lap of the Purifier Father and Mother.Sweet SilenceFilled with Sweet Silence from the beginning of Amritvela our retreat mood continued with Karma yoga and spiritual study. In addition, an online workshop "Light and Might of the Army of God" was also organised. In the evening we gathered in the newly built summer pavilion to meet the revered Didi Sudha via Zoom."When we tie rakhi to someone or some one comes to have a rakhi tie us, at that time a state of the soul naturally arises: "I, the soul, look at the soul." This soul consciousness of both me and the other person is the foundation of purity. And in order to make this practice firm, we celebrate it every year, because knowledge of the soul is our first and our last lesson," said Didi. A sweet surprise was the joining of Baba's special jewel, Didi Chakradhari in the meeting. Didi Chakradhari addressed to us with words of inspiration and blessing, and also congratulated us for celebrating the sacred festival in Ukraine.Main eventDefinitely, the main event of the retreat was the elevated celebration of Rakshabandhan. After a talk on the spiritual significance of the festival, everyone wrote a loving letter to Baba, got tied rakhi and applied tilak, received blessing, gift and toli. At the end of the Rakhi tying ceremony we sat together and again merged in the love of BapDada and divine family. Had Brahambhoj in silence. &nbsp;Rakhi - a special gift of self-development Various programs of self-development and subtle service:Workshop on "Purity in the Service of the World", special meditation on "Serving the Elements of Nature", a friendly family talk on "Time of Receiving and Giving", an evening meditation on "Gratitude to the Father". A special event was the festive ceremony of planting flowers and trees in the garden of Baba's Sangam Retreat Center. &nbsp;Suddenly came the Last day We felt how every minute of Rakhi gathering gave us &nbsp;unforgettable fruits of the Confluence Age. &nbsp;After the Murli class and breakfast, the retreat participants gathered for the farewell ceremony, vidai-badhai. Each Brahmin received an apple as a symbol of the instant fruit of spiritual efforts, and words of special inspiration from the senior sisters. Sisters and brothers left the Retreat Center as jewels of contentment.Thanks&nbsp; Om ShantiIn Baba's yaad and seva,BK Nina Danylenko, Kyiv Center, Ukraine&nbsp;To check out all pictures of the Rakhi Retreat, please visit -<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HMW_gOisiMDogMZsk3A6sx2zNVibl5Z7?usp=sharing">https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1HMW_gOisiMDogMZsk3A6sx2zNVibl5Z7?usp=sharing</a>

Ukraine: Rakhi Retreat "Shine of Purity"

<figure class="image"><img src="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/2024_08_Blossoming_daisies_in_the_garden_in_the_Sangam_Retreat_Center_Ukraine_3_Copy_8847f0f14e.jpg" alt="2024-08_Blossoming daisies in the garden in the Sangam Retreat Center_Ukraine 3 Copy.jpg" srcset="https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/thumbnail_2024_08_Blossoming_daisies_in_the_garden_in_the_Sangam_Retreat_Center_Ukraine_3_Copy_8847f0f14e.jpg 186w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/small_2024_08_Blossoming_daisies_in_the_garden_in_the_Sangam_Retreat_Center_Ukraine_3_Copy_8847f0f14e.jpg 500w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/medium_2024_08_Blossoming_daisies_in_the_garden_in_the_Sangam_Retreat_Center_Ukraine_3_Copy_8847f0f14e.jpg 750w,https://d3dfjidmqdc9yy.cloudfront.net/images-prod/large_2024_08_Blossoming_daisies_in_the_garden_in_the_Sangam_Retreat_Center_Ukraine_3_Copy_8847f0f14e.jpg 1000w," sizes="100vw" width="1000px"></figure>News from UkraineAbout: 1. BKs welfare 2. Sangam Retreat Centre (SRC) 3. 78th Independence Day of India.Dearest BapDada's nearest Global Divine and Swarajya Adhikari, Royal Family Om Shanti. Please accept Rakhi Greetings and warmth from Ukraine.As all of you know, after more than 900 days of war, the situation remains tense in the world in general and in Ukraine in particular. Both large cities and small villages here are subjected to daily shelling and bombing. Electricity consumption is restricted now and then. In addition, the sounds of air raid sirens interrupt sleep at night though we all get up in time at Amrit Vela to go into Baba's lap again.However, during all this time, BKs and BK centres remain under the unbreakable canopy of God's protection.And our main focus now is on the on-line programmes, service with the mind, and personal spiritual efforts. In addition, we exchanged a lot with BKs in our region.At the moment lokik people generally do not move much away from their homes. One fortunate soul is currently taking the introductory course at the Kyiv centre. Of course, some attend online courses in Spiritual Knowledge and Raja Yoga Meditation. Some attend other courses.According to Trikaldarshi Baba's plan, to our fortune, we have the oasis of peace and safety, the Sangam Retreat Center (SRC), located in Vinnytsia Region of Ukraine. Although construction work is still ongoing at SRC, BKs from different cities of Ukraine take turns coming to SRC to do service, experience solitude, enrich the soul and rest.Happy to inform you that recently, a new automatic traffic control system was launched at the retreat centre. It operates in two buildings and also outdoors. Madhuban emerges in our hearts while listening to the beautiful traffic control songs.Welcome to the rich harvest of fresh fruits ripening in the blossoming orchard at Baba's SRC! Photos enclosed.On 15th August, a programme of celebration of the 78th Anniversary of Independence was held at the residence of the Ambassador of India in the capital of Ukraine, to which representatives of the Brahma Kumaris were invited. During the event, an acquaintance with the newly appointed Ambassador of India to Ukraine, Mr. Ravi Shankar, took place.Thanks to Baba, to the respected Dadi, Didis and divine family.In Baba's yaad, With love BK Nina on behalf of BK family in Ukraine

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