IAM IMMERSION WEEKEND at MACC

Aug 21, 2015 5:00pm to Aug 23, 2015 2:00pm (ended)

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The verdant grounds of MA Center Chicago (MACC) will become the venue of an Integrated Amrita Meditation (IAM) Immersion from Friday, August 21st through Sunday, the 23rd.

The IAM Technique is a powerful way to reconnect with our real center, our inner Self, and thereby experience true joy and peace in life. Born out of Mata Amritanandamayi’s (Amma) divine inspiration, this meditation technique, when practiced with dedication, is designed to bring about integration in our lives –an integration of body, mind, intellect, and heart.

Dedicate the weekend to slow down and discover the technique to calm your body, mind, and spirit.

Immerse in Walking Meditation, Q&A with Br. Shantamrita Chaitanya, Homa, Bonfire, etc.

IAM IMMERSION PROGRAM

Day 1 / Friday, August 21

5:00 – 6:30 PM         Registration

6:30 – 7:30 PM         Dinner

7:30 – 9:30 PM         Mahasudarshana Homa

9:30 – 10:00 PM       Homa Cleanup

10:00 PM                  Retire for the Night

Day 2 / Saturday, August 22

7:00 – 8:00 AM         Archana/Walking Meditation

8:00 – 9:00 AM         Breakfast

9:00 – 12:00 PM       IAM Class

12:00 – 1:00 PM       Lunch

1:00 – 2:00 PM         Walking Meditation/Guided Tour of Ashram

2:00 – 4:00 PM         IAM Class

4:00 – 4:30 PM         Tea Break

4:30 – 6: 00 PM        IAM Class

6:00 – 7:00 PM         Talk by Br. Shantamrita Chaitanya

7:00 – 8:15 PM         Bhajans & Meditation

8:15 – 9:00 PM         Dinner

9:00 – 10:00 PM       Bonfire

10:00 PM                 Retire for the Night

Day 3 / Sunday, August 23

7:00 – 8:00 AM         Practical Spirituality (session by Br. Shantamrita Chaitanya)

8:00 – 9:00 AM         Breakfast

9:00 – 11:30 AM       IAM Class

11:30 – 11:45 AM     Group Picture

11:45 – 12:45 PM     Q&A with Br. Shantamrita Chaitanya

12:45 – 1:45 PM       Lunch

1:45 PM                    Conclusion

 

Registration:

$108 with onsite accommodation

$55 without onsite accommodation

Payment:

For information on the event: Contact Uma Rao at 1.501.282.6817

Saturday
May
17
4:00pm - 7:30pm
Amma says, "Satsang has the power to turn our minds towards good thoughts. Children, don't waste any opportunity to participate in satsang." Join us Saturdays for a community satsang, which starts with group archana at 4pm, and is typically followed by bhajans, arati, and meditation from 5pm onward... more ›
Friday
May
23
A Multi-Day Event
Weekend Silent Retreat with Swamiji & Swamini We live in a world of turbulence and turmoil, constantly bombarded by the chatter of our gadgets and minds. Understanding our need to shut out this noise and experience the deep inner peace and joy that is our true nature, Amma has urged her... more ›
Saturday
May
24
7:00am - 9:00am
Swamini Ambikamrita Prana will perform an auspicious Homa (sacred fire ceremony) on Sunday, May 24th, starting at 7:15 am at MA Center Chicago, in the brick building behind the darshan hall.  Homa, or Puja, is ceremonial worship of the Divine, performed to keep us in harmony with cosmic forces,... more ›
Saturday
May
24
10:30am - 12:00pm
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 necessary.  "The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any... more ›
Saturday
May
24
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
May
24
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
May
24
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
May
24
4:00pm - 7:30pm
 Amma says, "Satsang has the power to turn our minds towards good thoughts. Children, don't waste any opportunity to participate in satsang." Join us for our weekly satsang with Swami Dayamritananda Puri, starting with group archana at 4PM CT, followed by meditation and bhajans with Swamjii, arati... more ›
Saturday
May
31
10:30am - 12:00pm
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 necessary.  "The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any... more ›
Saturday
May
31
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 ›

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

WHITE FLOWER MEDITATION

Sunday through Friday at 5:50 pm (starts with 10-minute silent Ma Om meditation)

Amma requests everyone to regularly practice this meditation once or twice a day for the benefit of the entire world. Join us live or via Zoom: https://bit.ly/maccmed 

Meeting ID: 828 7832 9402

Passcode: 092753

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EVENING BHAJANS

Sunday-Friday at 6:30 pm (in-person only)

  • Guru Stotram chanting
  • Bhajans (devotional singing)
  • Closing prayers and arati