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The Brahma Kumaris - Sydney - Programs in November 2022
31 October 2022
Raja Yoga Meditation: Introductory Course (starts the first Wednesday of the month)
2 Nov @7 pm – 8:30 pm (AEDT)
Topics covered will be:
* How to Meditate
* Understanding Myself
* Understanding God
* The Law of Karma
Raja Yoga Meditation: Introductory Course
(starts the first Saturday of the month)
5 Nov @10:00 am - 11:30 am (AEDT)
Topics covered will be:
* How to Meditate
* Understanding Myself
* Understanding God
* The Law of Karma
Positive Thinking Course (starts the first Thursday of every month)
3 Nov @6:30 pm - 8:00 pm (AEDT)
This course starts on the first Thursday of every month. The course has a total of four lessons and runs once per week (on Thursday nights) for four weeks.
The Australian Virtual Centre (AVC) has a new look. It is now called the Centre for Soul Conscious Living.
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Visit the Centre for Soul Conscious Living here.
iBeing: online spiritual book cafe.
12 Nov @4:30 pm - 6:00 pm (AEDT)
We are currently enjoying the read -'The 7 Myths About Love....actually'
(by Mike George).
More information on the book and the author is on the link below:
First timers to register on: http://tiny.cc/iBeing2022
Enquiries: ibeing@au.brahmakumaris.org
Creative and Calm Children
13 Nov @2:00 – 4:00 pm(AEDT)
Fun activities and meditation for children For ages 7 years and upwards. Children must be accompanied by a parent. Meditation, dance, movement, parachute game, arts and crafts. Light refreshments will be served.
Reflections: Stories to Recharge and Rejuvenate
14 Nov @6:30 pm – 7:00 pm (AEDT)
Recognising my Inner Talent by Linda Cooper
Join online: http://tiny.cc/reflections-stories
Recordings of past sessions can be found at: tiny.cc/reflections-series
Reflections: Stories to Recharge and Rejuvenate
28 Nov @6:30 pm – 7:00 pm (AEDT)
Simply Being by David Kilowsky
Join online: http://tiny.cc/reflections-stories
Recordings of past sessions can be found at: tiny.cc/reflections-series
Diwali Greetings from Philippines and Japan Family
27 October 2022
“Bridges of Inclusivity and Peace”: Special Program for UN International Day of Peace held in the Philippines
27 October 2022
Philippines (Asia): Brahma Kumaris Philippines celebrated International Day of Peace with a special online program, ‘Bridges of Inclusivity and Peace‘. Guest speakers BK Gopi Patel and Ms. Irene “Inday” Santiago, local and international practitioner and adviser on peacebuilding, focused on inner peace and the pillars of peace that are essential in the midst of discrimination and violence happening globally.
E-Blessings were given to all at the end of the program.
Please click on the image below to watch the recording of the program [1:19:07]
Happy Deepavali Greetings from Sri Lankan BK family
25 October 2022
Greetings of love and peace from Sri Lanka BK family. We wish you best health and happiness for this Deepavali.
IBY,
BK Ganesh
National Coordinator,
National Coordinating Office
Brahma Kumaris Raja Yoga Centres, Sri Lanka
“From Harmony in the family to Harmony in the World”: Family Event in Japan
25 October 2022
Japan (Asia): Brahma Kumaris Japan organised a special family event on the theme “From Harmony in the family to Harmony in the World” at the Forest Hall of the herb garden in Kobe. Variety of activities – music, songs, magic show and Rajayoga talk and meditation were part of the event.
Diwali Greetings from New Zealand and Fiji Family
20 October 2022
Deepavali Greetings from Singapore Family
20 October 2022
Diwali Greetings from Indonesia Family
19 October 2022
Diwali Greetings from Sr BK Meera and Malaysia Family
19 October 2022
Diwali Greetings from Hong Kong Family
19 October 2022
Dear Global BK Family, Om Shanti.
Warm Diwali Greetings and Happy New Year from BK Rohini, BK Bindu and the Hong Kong family.
Japan Seva News and Diwali Greetings
19 October 2022
Dear Divine family, Loving greetings from Japan.
Happy Diwali!
Sharing service news of Bk Japan.
IBY
BK Rajni
Open your eyes to the Youniverse!: Yogic Farming-In Conversation with Dr. Tamasin
18 October 2022
Dear Friends,
Did you know that crops can grow healthily using the power of positive vibes from our own minds? Nurturing positive vibes also impacts your body, your health and your profession as well!
Join us in conversation with Dr. Tamasin Ramsay discussing her field work and research on sustainable yogic farming where farmers use the power of positive vibrations to protect and strengthen their crops.
See you on Open your eyes to the Youniverse!, next episode Yogic Farming, Saturday 22 October 2022 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm (AEDT).
To register go to:
https://tinyurl.com/YogicFarming
Ask a question at:
https://tinyurl.com/Question4YogicFarming
Open your eyes to the Youniverse! is a series of contemporary talks, conversations, open-eyed meditations and interviews with people who inspire and uplift others. It is streamed live on YouTube via Zoom, monthly.
We look forward to seeing you there virtually!
With our warmest regards,
The Youniverse Team
Bhumi Pujan ceremony of “Brahma Udyan” in Thailand
13 October 2022
Bangkok ( Thailand ): Thailand is the land of Brahma. Statues of four-faced Brahma are all over Thailand.
Brahma Baba is the founding father of the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University. In remembrance of the father Brahma and to pay love and respect to him, the Brahma Kumaris of Thailand had a Bhumi Pujan (Foundation Stone Laying) ceremony at Brahma Udyan, Wat Bhuttakham Temple, Khon Kaen Province, Ishaan (Northeast of Thailand) on 26th September 2022, during 2.30-4.00 PM. At this place, Brahma’s statue and museum will be established and will named the sacred place as “Brahma Udyan“.
The Bhumi Pujan ceremony was accomplished in the presence of Rajyogini Brahma Kumari Asha (Didi) from Delhi, Director of Om Shanti Retreat Centre (ORC), the largest Brahma Kumaris campus of northern India. Divine presence of a senior Monk named Luang Poo Bai of Wat Bhuttakham Temple, Khon Kaen Province including other Monks and Nuns had made it a holy ceremony. Besides local people such as Village head, Officers of SAO and brothers, around 100 participants of Brahma Kumaris joined with love and pure feelings in their hearts.
Mother nature purified the land by showering nectar (rain) from the sky before and after the program as a symbol of auspicious work and blessing from God.
Links of two videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7NW56Cfy1Gs and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cxFUlhkQczY
‘Shaping Peace Together’: BKs Participate in a Program for the International Day of Peace in Australia
7 October 2022
Huntingdale (Australia): The UN International Day of Peace that was held on 18 September 2022 in Darlington, Western Australia. The co-organiser was Brahma Kumaris Huntingdale/Glen Forrest, Western Australia. Please download a pdf of the report HERE.
Service Events of 2022 in Fiji
4 October 2022
Shanta Didi with Veena Bhatnagar, Minister of Labasa Town and other local leaders
Please download the full report HERE.
Thanks and Regards
Sister Bhavana
Blue Mountains Retreat Centre November Programs
3 October 2022
Dear friends
There are still some places available for the Children's program this week.
Our new program for Emergency Service Providers also has places available. If you know anyone in the Police Force, Fire and Rescue, RFS, SES or paramedics then please let them know.
We have Sister Sheela visiting from Hyderabad, India. She will do an Introduction to Raja Yoga in the Telugu language.
Judith Pemell will also be doing a program for professionals in health, mental health and education.
There are more programs below.
A wise tip from Dadi Janki:
Before going to bed, look back at your day and check "What have I learnt from today?" Don't carry anything negative into your sleep.
Our Introduction to Raja Yoga and Overcoming Overhinking retreats will help with this.
Warmest wishes from
The Leura Team
We have waiting lists for most events so we would appreciate if you only book for one event. Thank you for your cooperation.
Creative and Calm Children
Holiday Program
@ Blue Mountains Retreat Centre
Thursday 6th October
10am: Morning tea
10:30 - 12:30pm: Activities
Dance & Movement, Parachute games, Arts & Craft
Suitable for children aged 3 years and older.
Calming the Mind
@ Blue Mountains Retreat Centre
Sunday, 16th October, 10am - 1pm
This program is for Emergency Service Providers (current or retired) ie Police, Paramedics, Fire and Rescue, SES and RFS.
During your working life you may have seen tragedy or have been placed in situations of danger and it may be hard to get these scenes out of your memory. We invite you to come along and discover a new way of calming the mind. Partners also welcome.
Introduction to Raja Yoga Meditation
Day Program
@ Blue Mountains Retreat Centre
Saturday, 5th November, 10am - 4pm
This day program is an introduction to the practice and philosophy of Raja Yoga Meditation. Topics covered include, The Power of Thoughts, Introduction to Meditation, The Journey Inward, The Journey Upward, The Journey Outward and Strengthening Soul Consciousness.
Introduction to Raja Yoga Meditation in the Telugu language
Day Program
@Blue Mountains Retreat Centre
Sunday, 6th November, 9:30am - 4pm
This day program is an introduction to the practice and philosophy of Raja Yoga Meditation. Topics covered include, The Power of Thoughts, Introduction to Meditation, The Journey Inward, The Journey Upward, The Journey Outward and Strengthening Soul Consciousness.
The Silent Therapist
@Blue Mountains Retreat Centre
Thursday, 10th November, 10am - 3:30pm.
A retreat for health, mental health and education professionals.
In the healing professions, our primary focus is on words and treatment, but what if we could tap into a unique power that we all have the potential to develop within ourselves - the power of silence? In this 1 day retreat, we will explore how the subtle power of silence heals, rejuvenates, and protects the self and others, and discover a great ally.
Facilitator: Judith Pemell is a Forensic Psychotherapist with 32 years experience.
Meditative Gardener
Weekend Retreat
@Blue Mountains Retreat Centre
Friday, 11th November, 6.30pm, until
Sunday, 13th November, 2:00pm
Gardening can be a meditative experience, however, in this retreat you'll learn empowerment through meditation while gardening. During the retreat you'll get your hands dirty in the beautiful Stone Cottage garden while learning the fundamentals of 'gardening the mind' from experienced meditation teachers.
Overcoming Overthinking
Weekend Retreat
@Blue Mountains Retreat Centre
Friday, 11th November, 6.30pm, until
Sunday, 13th November, 2:00pm
Overthinking is common, especially amidst constant pressure to perform, deliver and succeed at work and in every facet of life.
This interactive, experiential weekend will reveal how to overcome overthinking and achieve success with more ease and clarity. By understanding the mind and applying proven methods, you can reduce the quantity and improve the quality of your thoughts, and rediscover your natural state of inner calm.
BK Philippines Event for UN International Day of Peace September 2022
1 October 2022
Dear Global BK Family,
Loving greetings from the Philippines.
Sharing service news of the International Day of Peace.
Please click the image below to download a pdf version.
IBY,
BK Rajni
Peninsula Retreat Center Australia, October Newsletter
1 October 2022
NEWSLETTER FOR OCTOBER 2022
Greetings and good wishes everyone. Om Shanti – greetings of peace.
Now that there are more opportunities to meet face to face the Centre for Spiritual Learning is pleased to be able to offer spiritual sustenance programmes at the Centre. We have all been through challenging times with the restrictions of the pandemic and while we may have our personal views on what is happening we see the reality of it and within that do our best to manage it. We hope that you will find something in our newsletter to enable you to join us for some personal time out and move forward in your spiritual journey.
Jacqui and the BK Peninsula Team
Essence of Raja Yoga
Saturday 1st October, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
This program is for those who have already started to explore the teachings of the Brahma Kumaris. Through discussion and activities the ongoing Spiritual learning journey will include Karma insights, and a focus on deepening meditation experiences.
Those who have attended Discovering Spirituality or completed Raja Yoga Introductory course are encouraged to take part.
Raja Yoga Meditation Introductory Course
Wednesday 5th October, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The Brahma Kumaris each a knowledge and method of meditation to support it that is about learning to understand who you are and why you are here in this world at this time. It is incredibly powerful knowledge that can enable you to use your thoughts in a positive and powerful way for your own sense of purpose and happiness.
This Introductory course is one session a week for four weeks.
The Tree of Life
Saturday 15th October, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
This one day program aims to plant a new seed of hope of renewal of life on earth to grow in peace and harmony.
Deep within the soul of each one there is a seed of a living memory of a time gone by. A time when our ancestor souls reflected their true qualities of love and respect for each other. In the natural order of nature a tree is sustained by the warmth and light of the sun. It grows strong through the nourishment of the rain. The tree naturally grows old and dies, but not before it releases a new seed for the potential of new life.
Meditation for Men
Sunday 23rd October, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Meditation is the essence of spirituality. Understanding the self and having simple spiritual knowledge helps navigate through life's challenges. This day retreats will be a wonderful opportunity to be with kindred spirits, meditate with honourable men and be guided into a fresh approach to Life.
Refresh your positive thinking and your perspectives on relationships, attitudes and ways of being.
Creative Spiritual Space for Women
Sunday 30th October, 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
All women of all ages and cultures are welcome. Through creative activities and sharing we learn the positive and powerful qualities that are a strength and source of peace.
We open up to accepting these qualities as being ours and the more we empower them they become a valuable resource.