Brahma Kumaris Florida Service Newsletter - June 2024
PUERTO RICO
Celebrating International Day of Yoga
Community Interactions NAPLES
DELRAY
June finishes a month of study, yoga and blessings.
Lovely Insightful Wednesday Evening Meditation Classes.
Brother Craig's favorite through themes of housekeeping and unpacking for the journey unveil the many treasures within and help souls shine.
He will be in Peace Village later in July to attend a Retreat and co-coordinate a Retreat on The Science of Happiness:
So as the first half of the year has flown let's embrace the wonders to come in the second half of the year as July begins.
MARGATE
Father’s Day at Beach
Father’s Day was celebrated outdoors as a fun day at the beach. It was a joyous family gathering with fun-filled activities: walks, games and picnic.
Cooking Class
After research and sharing in terms of healthy diet and cooking practices, Special attention is being placed on moving away from wheat, rice and dairy. This cooking class provided demonstration on millet recipes on dosa, Idli, millet rice etc
Raja Yoga Course at the at Coral Spring Library
The Foundation Course continues regularly at the Coral Springs Library. Classes will continue on Saturdays during July into August.
BK programs at the Center
Bhattis, classes and special programs continue as usual at the center, libraries and other locations.
NAPLES
MIAMI
Lourdes at the Global Retreat Centre Retreat in the UK
Fridays conversation : Meet Miami-based and Brazilian born visual artist Bella Cardim
June 14 : Media Producer - host Meredith Porte was in conversation with Bella Cardim who explores the psychological impact of food on our lives through her art. Inspired by her own struggles with food and self-image,Bella's work centers on the themes of emotional hunger and body image awareness. Her art reflects her personal challenges with emotional eating, transforming her personal pain into a broad exploration of universal themes. It is her desire to engage with wider audiences and contribute to the dialogue around the themes that drive her work.
Click here to access their spiritual conversation.
Sr. Pravina (from Madhuban) with the Miami Family
Fridays conversation :Meet Todd Shuster - on a mission to bring about a world of peace
June 28: Media Producer - host Meredith Porte was in conversation with Todd Shuster who is on a mission to bring about a world of peace. His new picture book The First Day of Peace, reveals how. Todd is an author, distinguished literary agent, and film producer. He is co-CEO at Aevitas Creative Management and co-founder of The Peace Studio . This national non-profit inspires & supports artists and journalists to build a culture of peace through their work.
Click here to access their spiritual conversation.
Meredith in Peace Village for the Call of the Time Retreat with Sr. Jayanti & Mohini Didi
June 29: 40 distinguished authors, filmmakers , medical experts and others came together at Peace Village June 27-30 for the Call of the Time Dialogue. They discussed , reflected and envisioned how they can be of greater service in these troubled times. They were most fortunate to have the wisdom and inspirations of both Didi Mohini and Sister Jayanti throughout the weekend . There was the feeling that compassion and positivity were the key to bringing about change in the world. Meredith along with guests Ari Urban and Pema Reid (not in the picture) participated from Miami.
HOLLYWOOD / MIRAMAR
Tuesdays’ Reflections
Thirty souls joined the Tuesday 10:30-11:30 am zoom meditation session to enjoy the wisdom of Sr. Veronica, along with her poetic-style meditation. (Souls from 6 states and 4 countries were on this session.) Please invite souls from anywhere on earth to join each Tuesday. The zoom ID and Codes remain the same weekly as shown here. Info: (954) 801-6639.
ORLANDO
Events
On Sunday, June 9th - Celebrated Father’s Day with amazing dads with a special visit from Pravina Behn of Shantivan.
On Saturday, June 22nd - We had a Yog Bhatti in the AM for all BKs followers by Brahma Bhojan.
Meditation Session with Lokiks
On Sunday, June 29th - We had a meditation session with Lokiks with a fantastic turnout.
On Sunday, June 23rd - We celebrated Mamma’s day. It was a day of reflection and remembrance, honoring the incredible impact mamma had on our lives.
Miscellaneous
We have online daily Murli, 7 days course via in person classes and zoom are continuing. We had many new students take the beginners course this month.
OCALA
Ongoing murli class and courses continue.
TAMPA
Unlocking Spiritual Awakening with Raja Yoga
In honor of the UN International Day of Yoga, a special program was held. Sister Roshan of the Tampa Center lead souls in some simple yoga movements including eye exercises. Then Sister Shireen and our esteemed guest Br. HARISH from Madhuban talked about the benefits of Raja Yoga.
Madhuban Visitors
We had Harishbhai and his sister Madhuban from Gujarat.
On-going Programs:
Inspired Consciousness Series
Throughout June 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. Pritesh; Sr Saraswati; Sr Tara; Sr Nitya; Sr Jaymini; Sr Jade & Sr Deborah.
Throughout June 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. Pritesh; Sr Saraswati; Sr Tara; Sr Nitya; Sr Jaymini; Sr Jade & Sr Deborah.
Soulful Sundays
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.
Up-coming Programs
Learn to Meditate Online.
Learn to Meditate In person.