In joyful alignment with Amma's divine guidance on the sacred duty of “planting for future generations,” MN Amma Satsang once again joined hands with the Minneapolis-based nonprofit Tree Trust for our annual tree-planting seva. Tree Trust's mission—“He who plants a tree, plants hope” (Lucy Larcom)—beautifully mirrors Amma's timeless call to protect and revere Mother Nature as a living manifestation of the Divine.
A Day of Service and Gratitude: 17 MN Amma Satsang members, joined by neighbors and friends, planted 25 shade and ornamental trees in residential neighborhoods throughout Minneapolis. Together, we carefully placed each sapling into the earth, mulched, watered, and staked them, ensuring they will thrive for decades to come. Beyond their future canopy of shade and habitat, these young trees symbolize resilience, communal harmony, and the living prayer that future generations inherit a healthier planet.
As Amma lovingly reminds us, Mother Earth cradles our entire lives in her divine lap, nurturing us with unconditional love and patience. The tree-planting seva with the Minneapolis Satsang was a sacred opportunity to offer our humble gratitude to this benevolent Mother, honoring her through a small yet deeply meaningful act of love and reverence.
— Sharada Sridar, MN Amma Satsang volunteer
Why Trees? Each mature tree can absorb roughly 48 lbs of CO₂ annually, cool urban heat islands, and improve air quality. Green spaces foster mental calm, strengthen neighborhood bonds, and provide habitat for birds and pollinators. And planting trees embodies Amma's teaching that selfless service (seva) is love in action—an offering to both humanity and the Earth.
Our collaboration with Tree Trust is an ongoing commitment. If you feel inspired to serve, watch for sign-up information before next spring's planting—or plant even one tree in your own yard to extend this ripple of hope. Let us continue to answer Amma's call, rooting our communities, our planet, and our hearts in love and stewardship. Together, every sapling we plant today becomes a towering blessing for tomorrow.
