Diwali, the Indian Festival of Lights, celebrates the victory of light over darkness, goodness over evil, and dharma over adharma.
Amma reminds us that Diwali is also an opportunity to light the lamp of goodness within our own hearts, dispelling the darkness of ignorance and negativity. When we come together with faith and love, we can bring that light into the world around us.
Join us this Saturday at MA Center San Ramon for a special Diwali celebration during our weekly satsang. The evening will include lighting traditional diyas (clay lamps), a special skit presented by Amrita Balakendra bringing the stories and significance of Diwali to life, uplifting bhajans, and a special poori dinner.
Come dressed in your favorite Indian festive attire! You're also welcome to bring sweets to share with the community, a cherished Diwali tradition.
Please RSVP for dinner by Thursday at 10 PM to help our Kitchen team plan: Dinner RSVP.
“Group chanting and prayer is very powerful. It can change anything. The lost harmony of the human mind can be restored only through a selfless attitude supported by prayer, meditation and chanting of mantras.” – Amma
Schedule
- Diya Lighting: Light traditional diyas as you arrive.
- 108 Names of Amma: Group chanting.
- Diwali Storytelling: A special skit presented by Amrita Balakendra exploring the stories and significance of Diwali.
- Bhajans: Devotional singing.
- Arati and Closing Prayers
- Prasad: Offered to all attendees.
- Special Poori Dinner: Available after the program (by donation; RSVP required).
Sweets brought by community members can be shared and enjoyed throughout the evening.
Food
Prasad will be available to all after the program.
A special festive poori dinner will also be served. Donations are welcome.
Please RSVP for dinner by Thursday at 10 PM to help our Kitchen team with planning: Dinner RSVP.
Prayer List
Every Saturday, our community comes together in silent prayer before Arati for friends, family, and loved ones who are experiencing hardship, illness, or could benefit from our collective prayers.
To include someone in the prayer list, please submit their name by Friday at 7:00 PM using the Prayer List Form.
For questions, please contact the Events team at macsrevents@ammagroups.org.
