MACC Celebrates Guru Nanak Jayanti (Birthday)

Nov 7, 2015 5:00pm-9:00pm (ended)

GURU NANAK JAYANTI | SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7TH | 5:00 – 9:00 PM

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MACC celebrates Guru Nanak Jayanti on Saturday, November 7th. Guru Nanak Jayanti (Guru Nanak’s Birthday) to those of the Sikh religion is tantamount to the celebration of Amma’s birthday to Amma devotees.

Guru Nanak is the founder and the first of the ten Gurus of the Sikh religion. The word ‘Sikh’ in Punjabi –the language of Punjab, a northern state of India- means ‘disciple.’ Oneness and love serve as the foundations of Sikh theology — these are both the objective and process. Sikhs aim to recognize the divinity within everyone and everything they encounter, and this daily practice helps the individual cultivate and embody the qualities of oneness and love.

The celebration of the Jayanti is a delectable blend of reverence, devotion, gaiety, and pride.

A team is at work to make this evening a fascinating one –with interactive presentations, musical performance, Bhangra –the unique dance form from Punjab, optional turban tying, and exquisite Punjabi food. There will be a few ‘guest stars’ from the local Sikh community to enliven the celebration.

The evening will start with the Satsang where Br. Shantamritaji will deliver a short talk highlighting the Jayanti, followed by a short session of Bhajans, Árti, and Meditation.

DO NOT MISS THIS COLORFUL EVENT!

Agenda Celebrating Guru Nanak Jayanti - 7 Nov 2015

  • 4:00 – 5:00pm Archana –chanting of Amma’s 108 names and Lalita Sahasranámam – 1,000 names of the Divine Mother
  • 5:00 – 5:50 pm Satsang – Talk by Br. Shantamrita Chaitanya, Bhajan, Árti, Meditation
  • 6:00 – 8:00 pm Guru Nanak Jayanti Celebration –Interactive presentation, Musical performances, Bhangra dance, Turban tying (optional)
  • 8:00 – 9:00 pm Punjabi (North Indian) Dinner
Saturday
Jul
05
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
Jul
05
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 ›
Sunday
Jul
06
8:00am - 2:00pm
Inspired by Amma's teachings, Mother’s Kitchen groups in North America prepare, cook and serve 150,000 meals for the homeless and hungry each year. At MA Center Chicago, on the first Sunday of every month, we prepare food in the MACC kitchen starting at 8AM and then serve it at a local shelter. If... more ›
Saturday
Jul
12
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
Jul
12
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
Jul
19
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
Jul
19
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
Jul
26
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
Jul
26
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
Aug
02
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 ›

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WHITE FLOWER MEDITATION

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

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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