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FLORIDA & PUERTO RICO

SERVICE NEWSLETTER

SEPTEMBER 2024

Welcoming Sr. Shivani to Miami

PUERTO RICO

Rakhi Celebrations with Sr. Marianne - Costa Rica

At the Municipality of Cayey

Contented Hearts ~ after a class at the College of Engineers

Shiv Shakti Leadership Training

Travels to Miami

HOLLYWOOD/MIRAMAR

Murli and event with Sis. Shivani 

Raja Yoga course at Peace Place, with souls who had attended Sis. Shivani’s event.

Pre-event Hollywood sewadharis

TAMPA

TOLI SERVICE:

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.  
 

Hurricane Helene:

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.  
 

On-going Programs:

Inspired Consciousness Series 
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

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 In person. 
Learn to Meditate Online.

NAPLES

In September, we took a group of newer students to Sr. Shivani's inspiring program. 

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.

MIAMI

NBC 6 features: The Power of Meditation

Interview of Sr. Shivani by anchor Roxanne Vargas

September 20: NBC 6 news program with Roxanne Vargas featured an exclusive interview with BK Sr. Shivani on the Power of Meditation.

Click for a snippet from the interview

Monica Vaswani (cast member of family karma on bravo tv) interviewed BK Shivani LIVE on Instagram.

Instagram LIVE

Monica Vaswani  interviewed BK Shivani .

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. 
 

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Florida Visitors

Sisters Shireen and Tara were in Miami for the weekend to help with preparations.

Sr Shivani with Miami Family

Sr. Shivani with BK Waddy and Miami family at the BK Miami Center

Desh Videsh Magazine feature - Community Event with Sr. Shivani

- Click here for  October edition

Photo Collage  credits - Desh Videsh Magazine

Editors Remarks

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. I’m sure you’ve already guessed who I’m referring to. Yes, it’s none other than Brahma Kumari Sister Shivani ....

It’s Time…. Healing the Heart, Releasing the Hurt

By: BK Dr. Kathleen A. Shea

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.

Murli with Sr. Shivani and her farewell

Marianne in Colombia

Meredith invited on Lisa McCourt Podcast

Click here for Podcast with Meredith

Upcoming Special Events

Sabado, Oct 26 9:30am

Taller En Espanol

Sunda y, Oct 27 5:30pm

Talk in English with Spanish translation available

DELRAY

Shivanibhen Program

All preparations bring fruition and multitudes of ongoing Blessings! Shivanibhen, Peace, Unity and Family. 

 

ORLANDO

On Sunday, 18th August 
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. 


 

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.

On-going Programs:

We have online daily Murli, 7 days course via in person classes and zoom.

Miscellaneous:

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. 
 

MARGATE 

Sister Shivani's Program:

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.

Sister Shivani’s Program: Follow up

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.