IAM IMMERSION WEEKEND at MACC
Aug 21, 2015 5:00pm to Aug 23, 2015 2:00pm (ended)
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The verdant grounds of MA Center Chicago (MACC) will become the venue of an Integrated Amrita Meditation (IAM) Immersion from Friday, August 21st through Sunday, the 23rd.
The IAM Technique is a powerful way to reconnect with our real center, our inner Self, and thereby experience true joy and peace in life. Born out of Mata Amritanandamayi’s (Amma) divine inspiration, this meditation technique, when practiced with dedication, is designed to bring about integration in our lives –an integration of body, mind, intellect, and heart.
Dedicate the weekend to slow down and discover the technique to calm your body, mind, and spirit.
Immerse in Walking Meditation, Q&A with Br. Shantamrita Chaitanya, Homa, Bonfire, etc.
IAM IMMERSION PROGRAM
Day 1 / Friday, August 21
5:00 – 6:30 PM Registration
6:30 – 7:30 PM Dinner
7:30 – 9:30 PM Mahasudarshana Homa
9:30 – 10:00 PM Homa Cleanup
10:00 PM Retire for the Night
Day 2 / Saturday, August 22
7:00 – 8:00 AM Archana/Walking Meditation
8:00 – 9:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 – 12:00 PM IAM Class
12:00 – 1:00 PM Lunch
1:00 – 2:00 PM Walking Meditation/Guided Tour of Ashram
2:00 – 4:00 PM IAM Class
4:00 – 4:30 PM Tea Break
4:30 – 6: 00 PM IAM Class
6:00 – 7:00 PM Talk by Br. Shantamrita Chaitanya
7:00 – 8:15 PM Bhajans & Meditation
8:15 – 9:00 PM Dinner
9:00 – 10:00 PM Bonfire
10:00 PM Retire for the Night
Day 3 / Sunday, August 23
7:00 – 8:00 AM Practical Spirituality (session by Br. Shantamrita Chaitanya)
8:00 – 9:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 – 11:30 AM IAM Class
11:30 – 11:45 AM Group Picture
11:45 – 12:45 PM Q&A with Br. Shantamrita Chaitanya
12:45 – 1:45 PM Lunch
1:45 PM Conclusion
Registration:
$108 with onsite accommodation
$55 without onsite accommodation
Payment:
- Through PayPal
- or by check payable to MA Center Chicago with IAM Immersion in the Memo section
For information on the event: Contact Uma Rao at 1.501.282.6817
Saturday
May
11
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Amrita Bala Kendra (ABK) passes on Amma’s teachings to children through fun and engaging activities such as stories, bhajans, arts and crafts, celebration of festivals and service projects. ABK focuses on values, multi cultural traditions, and spiritual practices. ABK is held in-person in the MA... more ›
Saturday
May
11
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us Saturday for satsang, starting with group archana at 5PM CT, followed by bhajans, arati, and meditation from 6PM onward.
Masking is now optional in group gatherings and spaces at MA Center Chicago. Keeping the health and safety of all who wish to attend uppermost in our minds, please abide... more ›
Sunday
May
12
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a group viewing of a Rama television series in the MA Center Chicago satsang hall every Sunday at 2 pm CT (except the first Sunday of every month, which is dedicated to... more ›
Sunday
May
12
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Join the MA Center Chicago knitting and crocheting group to help people in need of warm hats, scarves, and more. The group meets from 3PM to 5PM on the second and fourth Sunday of each month in the South Lodge Community Room.
All skill levels are welcome, and if you are unable to attend the... more ›
Saturday
May
18
2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Amrita Book Club of North America gives participants an opportunity to dive more deeply into Amma’s teachings. The club meets twice a month on the first and third Saturdays from 2 pm to 3 pm via Zoom to explore Amma’s books and books written by Amma's senior disciples. All are welcome to attend... more ›
Saturday
May
18
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Amrita Bala Kendra (ABK) passes on Amma’s teachings to children through fun and engaging activities such as stories, bhajans, arts and crafts, celebration of festivals and service projects. ABK focuses on values, multi cultural traditions, and spiritual practices. ABK is held in-person in the MA... more ›
Saturday
May
18
4:00pm - 5:00pm
"A river that flows through many branches will not have a powerful current. If the branches are redirected and the river is redirected to flow only through the main stream, the force of the current will increase greatly. It may even be possible to generate electricity from such a strong current.... more ›
Saturday
May
18
5:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us Saturday for satsang, starting with group archana at 5PM CT, followed by bhajans, arati, and meditation from 6PM onward.
Masking is now optional in group gatherings and spaces at MA Center Chicago. Keeping the health and safety of all who wish to attend uppermost in our minds, please abide... more ›
Sunday
May
19
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join us for a group viewing of a Rama television series in the MA Center Chicago satsang hall every Sunday at 2 pm CT (except the first Sunday of every month, which is dedicated to... more ›
Saturday
May
25
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Amma says, "Bhajans are prayers in the form of songs, rich in meaning and full of devotional content." The MACC Bhajan Class meets virtually on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month from 2:30 to 3:45 pm. This class is offered for those who wish to learn bhajans and study devotional songs and... more ›
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Our daily spiritual practices include:
WHITE FLOWER MEDITATION
Daily* at 6:00 pm
Amma requests everyone to regularly practice this meditation once or twice a day for the benefit of the entire world. Join us every evening (except Satsang days, which are generally every Saturday) for Amma's White Flower Meditation via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85858112151?pwd=SVllVHVZS1BIU050Uy8xRHpqcUZpQT09
Meeting ID: 858 5811 2151
Passcode: 549947
One tap mobile
+13126266799,,85858112151# US (Chicago)
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The White Flower meditation at 6 pm CT is preceded by a 10-minute silent Ma Om meditation, so please feel free to join the Zoom early (at 5:50 pm CT) to participate.
EVENING BHAJANS
Daily* at 6:30 pm (in-person only)
- Guru Stotram Chanting
- Bhajans (devotional singing)
- Closing prayers and Arati