Upcoming Events
All are welcome to join us for the recurring and special events listed below.
M. A. CENTER
Chicago
- Oct ’26Sat106:00 AM
Ganapathy and Mahalaya Amavasya Tila Homa by Swamini
Swamini Ambikamrita Prana will perform an auspicious Ganapathy and Mahalaya Amavasya Tila Homa (sacred fire ceremony).GANAPATHY HOMA: Lord Ganesha is considered the remover of obstacles. This homa is performed to invoke…
More Details - Oct ’26Sat106:00 AM
Mahalaya Amavasya Homa (Ganapathi & Tila)
Join Swamini Ambikamrita Prana for a Ganapathi Homa and Tila Homa on Mahalaya Amavasya, Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 6:00 to 9:00 AM Central, at M.A. Center Chicago.The Tila Homa is a sacred fire ceremony offered for…
More Details - Oct ’26Sat103:00 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.
More Details - Oct ’26Sat103:00 PM
Amrita Bala Kendra (ABK)
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 c…
More Details - Oct ’26Sat104:00 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…
More Details - Oct ’26Sun116:00 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…
More Details - Oct ’26Sun113:00 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…
More Details - Oct ’26Thu1511:30 AM
Chair Yoga Class
The purpose of Yoga is for our inner well-being. It does not belong to any particular faith or religion. It was passed on to us by the ancient seers for the well-being of humanity. Yoga helps us reconnect with natu…
More Details - Oct ’26Sat172:00 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…
More Details - Oct ’26Sat173:00 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.
More Details - Oct ’26Sat173:00 PM
Amrita Bala Kendra (ABK)
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 c…
More Details - Oct ’26Sat174:00 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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Local Service Projects
Planting 30 Native Oak Trees
Volunteers of all ages planted 30 native Illinois oaks for Amma’s birthday.
October 2, 2026
Local Service Projects
Serving a Vegetarian Meal at an Aurora Shelter
Volunteers cooked a vegetarian meal and served it at an Aurora homeless shelter.
October 2, 2026
Swamiji Tours
Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri's August 2026 Visit
Swami Amritaswarupananda Puri visits Chicago with youth programs and a weekend retreat.
August 16, 2026
The United Nations and other NGO’s have something to learn from Amma and what she has been able to build
Olara Otunu
Former President, UN Security Council Former Chairman, UN Human Rights Commission