Pongal Satsang & More at MA Center Chicago
Pongal Satsang at MA Center Chicago
Jan 18, 2020 9:30am-8:30pm (ended)
Join us for a day of community and devotion at MA Center Chicago, featuring a special Pongal satsang. Amma says that Creator and Creation are not two, but one – the Divine exists in and through all of Creation. Pongal reminds us of this truth, and provides an opportunity for us to express our gratitude to Mother Nature for all her generous gifts. Join us for our annual Pongal celebration, which will include a talk on the significance of Pongal, a Pongal ceremony, and a cultural program. Satsang will begin at 4:00 pm with archana (chanting the divine names) and because of Pongal, it will conclude at approximately 8:00 pm. We have other programs on Saturday as well. Here's the schedule:
9:30 am - Archana class
1:00 pm - Kolam (Rangoli)
2:00 pm - Amrita Book Club
3:00 pm - Amrita Bala Kendra
3:00 pm - Guided IAM 35
4:00 pm - Archana (chanting of the divine names)
5:00 pm - Pongal satsang
5:30 pm - Pongal ceremony
5:45 - 7:00 pm - Bhajans, arati, meditation, closing prayers, and prasad
7:00 - 7:45 pm - Pongal cultural program
After the cultural program, a delicious vegetarian meal will be available for a modest donation.
If you have questions, please contact us at chicago@macenters.org or 630-387-5077. Interested in spending a weekend in spiritual reflection? Inquire about onsite accommodation via email to macclodging@macenters.org.
Saturday
Apr
20
10:30am - 12:00pm
Please note: there will be no Amrita Yoga class on March 16th, 23rd, 30th, and April 6th.
Location: South Lodge Community Room at MA Center Chicago
Join us Saturday mornings for an open yoga class with simple, gentle Amrita Yoga postures/asanas. No prior experience or training in Amrita Yoga is... more ›
Saturday
Apr
20
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
Apr
20
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
Apr
20
3:00pm - 4:00pm
"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
Apr
20
4:00pm - 8:30pm
Ram Navami celebrates the birth of Sri Rama, the anniversary of his marriage to Sita, and his coronation. Sri Rama is said to be the embodiment of dharma, or righteous action, and there is a lesson for us to learn how he faced every trial that arose in his life.
Join us for a special Ram Navami... more ›
Sunday
Apr
21
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
Apr
27
10:30am - 12:00pm
Please note: there will be no Amrita Yoga class on March 16th, 23rd, 30th, and April 6th.
Location: South Lodge Community Room at MA Center Chicago
Join us Saturday mornings for an open yoga class with simple, gentle Amrita Yoga postures/asanas. No prior experience or training in Amrita Yoga is... more ›
Saturday
Apr
27
11:00am - 7:30pm
Mark your calendar to celebrate Earth Day at MA Center Chicago on Saturday, April 27th. Details to come!
Saturday
Apr
27
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 ›
Saturday
Apr
27
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 ›
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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
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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