M. A. CENTER

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  • The community gathered with Swamiji at a retreat at MA Center Chicago
  • Aerial view of the 142-acre MA Center Chicago campus in Elburn, Illinois
  • Diwali celebrations at MA Center Chicago

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  • Oct ’26
    Tue
    13
    6:00 PM

    Navaratri

    We warmly invite you to join us for our annual Navartri celebrations (the nine nights of Devi) Sunday, Oct. 11th through Tuesday, Oct. 20th (we'll observe Vijayadashami on the morning of the 20th - details to c…

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  • Oct ’26
    Wed
    14
    6:00 PM

    Navaratri

    We warmly invite you to join us for our annual Navartri celebrations (the nine nights of Devi) Sunday, Oct. 11th through Tuesday, Oct. 20th (we'll observe Vijayadashami on the morning of the 20th - details to c…

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  • Oct ’26
    Thu
    15
    11:30 AM

    Chair Yoga Class

    The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or religion. It was passed on to us by the ancient seers for the well-being of humanity.  Yoga helps us reconnect with natu…

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  • Oct ’26
    Thu
    15
    6:00 PM

    Navaratri

    We warmly invite you to join us for our annual Navartri celebrations (the nine nights of Devi) Sunday, Oct. 11th through Tuesday, Oct. 20th (we'll observe Vijayadashami on the morning of the 20th - details to c…

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"When love overflows and is expressed through every word and deed, we call it compassion. That is the goal of religion."

— Amma

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The community gathered with Swamiji at a retreat at MA Center Chicago

Saturdays at MA Center

Seva in the morning, satsang in the evening — Saturday programs are the best way to experience all the center has to offer. All are welcome.

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Autumn colors around the water tower at MA Center Chicago

GreenFriends Farm & Orchard

Organic gardens, fruit orchards, native prairie and permaculture — the center strives to be a model of caring for nature.

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Karma yogis in seva at MA Center Chicago

Karma Yoga Program

Live on the ashram from two weeks to two months and serve — a residential immersion in Amma's teaching of selfless service.

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Set on 142 peaceful acres in Elburn, just west of Chicago, MA Center Chicago is the Midwest hub of Amma's spiritual and charitable activities. Whether you come for a Saturday program, an overnight stay, or simply to walk the grounds, all faiths and backgrounds are warmly welcome.

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MA Center Chicago volunteers of all ages standing together after planting native oak trees
Local Service Projects

Planting 30 Native Oak Trees

Volunteers of all ages planted 30 native Illinois oaks for Amma’s birthday.

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October 2, 2026
MA Center Chicago volunteers preparing a vegetarian meal in the Center kitchen
Local Service Projects

Mother's Kitchen - Preparing and Serving a Vegetarian Meal at an Area Shelter

Volunteers cooked a vegetarian meal and served it at an Aurora homeless shelter.

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October 2, 2026
Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri during his August 2026 Chicago visit
Swamiji Tours

Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri's August 2026 Visit

Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri visits Chicago with youth programs and a weekend retreat.

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August 16, 2026

Everyone of us - the rich and the poor - can give.  There is no greater message than Amma’s giving to all the people of this region, and Kerala, and India, and to the world.

Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam

Former President of India