Saturday Satsang program - In-person

From 5:30 PM Pacific Time

‘Amma’s Jewels of Wisdom’ Satsang Series begins July 30
The Summer of 1984 in Amritapuri was a remarkable period. Speaking to a small group of disciples and guests, Amma imparted deep wisdom, along with practical, step-by-step instructions for spiritual practice. Amma’s jewels of wisdom from that summer are being presented this summer in a series of four Satsangs. Together we will imagine being with Amma back then, listening raptly to Her divine teachings.

July 30: Crying & Praying to God as Meditation
In the first week we will look at keys Amma gave to help us learn how to pray with our whole heart. This Satsang will include a devotional story told by Amma to inspire us to cry out to God.

Please note that we will be observing all of the protocols specified by the MA Center Board. We request you to remember that the health and safety of all who wish to attend the program should remain uppermost in our minds and hearts. Everyone attending should wear properly fitted masks (N/KN95 recommended) and social distancing is required. If you feel at all sick, have a fever, or have been exposed to anyone who tests positive for Covid-19, please do not attend. 
Please review all of the safety protocols below.

Schedule:

• 108 names of Amma
• Satsang: ‘Amma’s Jewels of Wisdom’ Series
• Bhajans (devotional songs)

• Arati and closing prayers

Prayer list: please submit the names of people to be added by 7:00 PM on Friday at : SRPrayerList

Food
● Prasad and Chai will be available outside the hall after the program.
● A boxed dinner option will be available as part of the Food From Home order form and can be picked up after the program outside the hall. Outdoor seating will be available for dinner (review safety protocols below).
Dinner orders will only be taken via the Food From Home order form

Food From Home meal service
For any snacks or dinner you have the option to order from our Food From Home meal service, for pick up after the program. Food From Home offers deliveries as well as pick up options. See more details and menu for the week on amma.org/foodfromhome.

Note:

• BART pickup and the MA Center library will not be available at this time and we apologize for any inconvenience. Stay tuned for updates on when we are able to resume these services.
• Beginning on Saturday, July 30, public livestreams of Saturday programs are discontinued to encourage in-person community attendance. Livestreams of Swamiji's classes, monthly Karthika puja, and special events will continue.

Please contact the MA Center, San Ramon Events team if you have any questions: macsrevents@ammagroups.org.

GUIDELINES AND PRECAUTIONS SPECIFIED BY THE MA CENTER BOARD

The MA Center Board has announced that Satsangs may now resume provided they follow the guidelines and precautions below. We must all remember that the health and safety of all who wish to attend satsang should remain uppermost in our minds and hearts.

1.  These protocols were prepared in consultation with medical professionals, together with examination of the CDC guidelines. Satsangs may require stronger guidelines at their discretion in addition to adhering to county and local guidelines.

2. If you feel at all sick, have fever, or have been exposed to anyone who tests positive for Covid-19, please do not attend.

3. Everyone must wear their mask at all times. Masks need to be properly fitted over nose and mouth, N/KN 95 or double masking is recommended.

4. Everyone must maintain social distancing, 6 feet apart, except members of the same household.

5. Arati prasad should be individually wrapped and offered at the altar.

6. Meals, prepared in accordance with current health department guidelines, will be offered in a sealed container.  We encourage you to take meals home. Outdoor seating will be available if you wish to eat on the ashram premises and everyone must maintain proper distancing while eating. Meals cannot be eaten indoors.

Om Namah Shivaya

Swami Dayamritananda Puri
On behalf of the MA Center Board