M. A. CENTER
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Daily Events at our Center

All are welcome to join the ashram residents for daily spiritual practices in the satsang hall.

Morning Archana — 6:00 a.m.: group chanting of the 108 names of Amma and the 1,000 names of the Divine Mother (Lalita Sahasranama), with prayers for world peace.

White Flower Meditation — Sunday through Friday at 6:00 p.m. Amma requests everyone to practice this meditation regularly for the benefit of the entire world. Join live or via Zoom (Meeting ID 828 7832 9402, passcode 092753).

Evening Bhajans — Sunday through Friday at 6:30 p.m. (in person): Guru Stotram chanting, devotional singing and closing prayers.

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Events

Upcoming Events

All are welcome to join us for the recurring and special events listed below.

  • May ’27
    Thu
    6
    11:30 AM

    Chair Yoga Class

    Please join us for a gentle chair yoga class, suitable for all, held Tuesday afternoons at the back of the satsang hall. Led by Pranava; $10 per participant.

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  • May ’27
    Sat
    8
    2:30 PM

    Amrita Bhajan Class

    Learn bhajans and devotional songs in this virtual class, open to all levels. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month from 2:30 to 3:45 p.m. Contact Sindhu at mac.sind@macenters.org or 312-401-7512 for the link.

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  • May ’27
    Sat
    8
    3:00 PM

    Guided IAM-35 Meditation Session

    A guided IAM-35 meditation session for those who have completed the IAM-35 course, held Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. — in person in the South Lodge Community Room and via Zoom. Contact maccmeditation@macenters.org for details.

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  • May ’27
    Sat
    8
    3:00 PM

    Amrita Bala Kendra (ABK)

    Amrita Bala Kendra is our children's program, passing on Amma's teachings through stories, bhajans, arts and crafts, festivals and service. Classes meet Saturdays from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. in the South Lodge (in person and…

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  • May ’27
    Sat
    8
    2:00 PM

    AYUDH Chicago

    AYUDH Chicago, the local branch of Amma's international youth movement, meets on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of every month from 2:00 to 4:30 p.m. Sessions include prayers, bhajans, personality development, Amma's teaching…

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  • May ’27
    Sat
    8
    4:00 PM

    Weekly Satsang

    Everyone is welcome to join us for weekly satsang every Saturday — with Swamini Ambikamrita Prana when she is here. Saturdays begin with a morning of seva (selfless service) on the ashram grounds, followed in the afterno…

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  • May ’27
    Sun
    9
    6:00 AM

    Silent Sunday Morning Meditation and Archana

    "The silence that we acquire through prayer and meditation strengthens us to face the challenges of life."— AmmaStart your Sunday with quiet spiritual practice in the satsang hall — archana, the Mahishasura Mardini Stotr…

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  • May ’27
    Sun
    9
    3:00 PM

    Knit & Crochet for a Good Cause

    Join our knitting and crochet circle to make warm items for people in need. All skill levels are welcome, and remote contributions are too. Meets from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Sundays of each month in the Sou…

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  • May ’27
    Tue
    11
    8:00 AM

    Tuesday Morning Amrita Yoga Class

    "The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or religion."— AmmaJoin us Tuesday mornings for an open, gentle Amrita Yoga class in the Yoga Shala (underneath the satsang hal…

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  • May ’27
    Thu
    13
    11:30 AM

    Chair Yoga Class

    Please join us for a gentle chair yoga class, suitable for all, held Tuesday afternoons at the back of the satsang hall. Led by Pranava; $10 per participant.

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  • May ’27
    Sat
    15
    2:00 PM

    Amrita Book Club (Online)

    The Amrita Book Club of North America offers a chance to dive more deeply into Amma's teachings. The club meets on Zoom on the first and third Saturdays of each month, 2:00–3:00 p.m. Central, to explore Amma's books and…

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  • May ’27
    Sat
    15
    3:00 PM

    Guided IAM-35 Meditation Session

    A guided IAM-35 meditation session for those who have completed the IAM-35 course, held Saturdays at 3:00 p.m. — in person in the South Lodge Community Room and via Zoom. Contact maccmeditation@macenters.org for details.

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