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Open Your Eyes to the Youniverse - Spiritual Insights for the New Year - With Sr. Aruna Ladva

11 January 2024

Dear Friends,

Welcome to 2024 and our first episode of Open your eyes to the Youniverse for the new year. We’ll be with author and meditator Aruna Ladva speaking on spiritual insights for the new year. Get ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth as we dive into the depths of the new year.

See you on Open your eyes to the Youniverse,
Saturday 27 January 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm (AEDT) for a conversation titled: spiritual insights for the new year.

To register go to:
https://tinyurl.com/SpiritualInsights2024

To ask a question go to:
https://tinyurl.com/Question4NewYear

Open your eyes to the Youniverse! is a series of contemporary talks, conversations, meditations and interviews streamed live on YouTube via Zoom, monthly.

We look forward to seeing you there virtually!

With our warmest regards.

The Youniverse Team

Brahma Kumaris Australia Online and National Events for January

1st January 2024

Brahma Kumaris Centre for Spiritual Learning The Illawarra - January News letter

31 December 2023

Greetings one and all !
Auspicious Greetings for the turning of the calendar once again, or is it, just another day?

With all trust in your unswerving aim to take every scene as beneficial in this huge world drama, understanding the immutable law of karma. May you reach your full potential, and realise your own specialities.

We will be ending the year with silent contemplation and meditation,
Om Shanti:, I am the Peaceful Soul, the Imperishable Essence...

Silent Meditations for Mother Earth on "Zoom"

7 consecutive days, see below for your time zone

1-7 January

(9am WA, 10.30am NT, 11am QLD, 11.30am SA, 12noon NSW, VIC & TAS)

Zoom Link

https://zoom.us/j/99284411326

Meeting ID: 992 8441 1326

You have heard of the WWW, well, now you can find WiltoniaWeblogWebsite !
                      https://www.wiltonretreatcentre.org/
...a project of artistic portrayal to inspire & inform, to share & support.

Creative Thursday 10am to lunchtime. 11th January
Collages and Crayons,
https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-srki-20240111100000

World Meditation Hour:
The Brahma of the Brahma Kumaris
Please join us with Special guests,
Sunday 21, 3pm - 6pm

https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-s9tq-20240121150000

*The Brahma Kumaris Introductory Meditation Course *
                   6:30pm - 8pm Monday 15 January
https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-s2n1-20231218183000
                                           OR
                    10am - 11:30am Tuesday 16 January
   https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-szjh-20231219100000

Please book here:  https://brahmakumaris.org.au/illawarra-meditation-retreats/

and coming up in February;

2-4 Feb
Release, Relax and Reconnect … a weekend retreat for Women
https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-sonr-20240202000000

9-11 Feb
Be The Star of Your Own Life
https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-spis-20240209000000

15-17 March
The Way of Love
https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-sv8l-20240315000000

There are a few retreats coming up, and we are trying to allow some new people to attend, as places are still limited. But always add your name to the Waiting list, as many places will be vacated when people have double-booked, are unwell, or for a myriad of reasons have to cancel the booking.

With kind regards,
from all the 'Wilton Centre Team'
150 Macarthur Drive, Wilton 2571
ph. 4630 8124 e: illawarra@brahmakumaris.org

Please click here for some recent BK classes on YouTube
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Earlier this year, many of you would have been able to see Sister Jayanti, who was able to visit Australia,
well there has been a special website developed now.
You can access many of her classes, and various activities which she is involved with.
Please do have a look!
                                                      www.sisterjayanti.org

Merry Christmas & New Year Greetings from Family in Malaysia

31 December 2023

Merry Christmas & New Year Greetings from Family in SriLanka

31 December 2023

Dear Global Divine Family,

Greetings of Christmas and Happy New year 2024. Om Shanti

IBY
Divine Family of Sri Lanka.

News Report Of Sr. Shivani's Visit to Malaysia on 9th & 10th December, 2023

31 December 2023

Dear Divine Family

Warmest greetings filled with peace, love and happiness from Malaysia.

Malaysia had the fortune of the visit of BK Sister Shivani on 9th and 10th of December 2023. During her short visit, there was a public event on the 9th evening where about 3,000 people attended at Kuala Lumpur’s iconic and prestigious Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre (KLCC) and a half day BK Retreat of nearly 600 at the Asia Retreat Centre (ARC) on 10th December.

Please see attached the Reports of the public event titled “Transforming Problems into Miracles” on 9th December and the half day BK Retreat titled “Experiencing Golden Age in Confluence Age” on 10th December 2023.

With love and gratitude,

In Baba’s sweet yaad

BK Meera and BK Malaysia Family

Click on the below image to read full report of the service news from the BK Retreat at Asia Retreat Center

Click on the below image to read full report of the service news from the public events

Christmas and New Year Greetings from the New Zealand Family

30 December 2023

Christmas Greetings from the Brahmin Family in Huntingdale, Perth, Australia

20 December 2023

Blue Mountains Retreat Centre January 2024 Programs

10 December 2023

Dear Friends

This Christmas we wish you the special gifts of peace, happiness and love. It is the time of year to remember the light within ourselves and within each one we meet. With this spiritual vision we can share the gift of peace, heal the past and prepare ourselves for a New Year.

Warm regards

The Leura Team

We have waiting lists for most events so we would appreciate it if you only book for one event and choose an event you have not attended before.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Brahma Kumaris in West Australia Celebrated Rakhee with Indian and Australian Armed Forces

18 December 2023

With Babas blessings, The Brahma Kumaris in W Australia received a personal invite from a retired Army officer from the Indian Army, on behalf of the local Indian community and Retired Services League. Several sisters also from 23 Indian communities were invited to tie Rakhis to about 120 Indian and Australian Defence forces on Sun, 3rd Dec 2023 in a community Hall. The former visited WA for a couple of weeks. We took this golden opportunity to spread Baba's vibrations; network with the lieutenants of both forces and the community organizers. Due to security reasons, only invited guests were present.

BK Sis Neeta from Lighthouse, Padbury class location in Perth was accompanied by Sis Pranita and Sis Sapna for this auspicious occasion. We lovingly and enthusiastically tied Babas Rakhis, applied tilak, gave tolis and blessings to some of the soldiers who came to us to tie rakhi. We had taken extra tolis, blessings, and gifts in a bag to present to the organizers and lieutenants who were surprised by this loving gesture and appreciated it. About 50 blessing cards were given to other officers with the verbal BK intro. Few soldiers knew BKs from their home country and took pictures to send to the families.

It was a wonderful scene to see Baba's incognito Shiv Shakti army meeting the physical defence army.

Later on, we received the feedback from the organizer:

"Thanks for all the love and blessings from you. You were such an inspiration to the whole event!"

Baba and Drama truly gifted W Australia this unique experience and exposure which has never happened before. This is surely a sign of growth and trust from efforts put over the years to sustain the VIP's.

Wah meethe Baba, drama and parivaar!

Enjoy the pics.

Much love and regards,

In His yaad,

Neeta Ruparelia
Class Coordinator, Padbury, Perth, W Australia

Brahma Udyan - A Temple For Brahma Inaugurated by Br. Brij Mohan Bhai Ji in Thailand

5 December 2023

Dear Divine Family,

Greetings of peace.

On Thursday, November 23, the Brahma Kumaris inaugurated Brahma Udyan at Wat Pabhutkham, in the Nong Song Hong district of Khon Kaen province in northeastern Thailand.

Built in memory of Prajapita Brahma, the founder of the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University, Brahma Udyan has a statue of Brahma and an exhibition of pictures depicting the spiritual significance of Brahma. It will tell people about the significant role played by Brahma in the history of the world, as revealed to us by God Shiva. The deity Brahma, after all, is a representation of none other than Brahma Baba.

The inauguration ceremony was graced by our senior Rajyogi brother Brij Mohan, who travelled all the way from Madhuban to be there, senior Buddhist monk Luang Poo Bai, of the Wat Bhuttakham Temple, and Dr. M. Sivaguru, Counsellor (Political) at the Embassy of India. Also present were seven other Brahmin souls from Bharat, other Thai monks, local officials, brothers and sisters from the BK family in Thailand, and members of the public. In all around 250 people had gathered for the event.

Brahma Udyan is the newest landmark that will serve as a place of cultural and spiritual interest to reveal Brahma Baba and his epoch-making role to the world.

In Baba's yaad

BK Charlie

Click here to view the full report with photos.

Brahma Kumaris - Sydney - Programs in December 2023

4 December 2023

Special Event

Children's Christmas Celebration

Saturday, 16 Dec '23 10:30am - 12:30pm AEDT

Children are warmly invited to celebrate Christmas with its true significance along with entertaining and creative activities followed by light refreshments.

For Children under 5 - 12 years old accompanied by an adult.

Raja Yoga Meditation - Introductory Course (starts on first Saturday, of the month)

Saturday, 2 Dec '23 10:00am - 11:30am AEDT

This is an interactive introduction to the practice and philosophy of Raja Yoga Meditation.

Raja Yoga Meditation - Introductory Course (starts on first Wednesday of the month)

Wednesday, 6 Dec '23 7:00pm - 8:30pm AEDT

This is an interactive introduction to the practice and philosophy of Raja Yoga Meditation.

Raja Yoga Meditation - Introductory Course (starts on first Wednesday of the month)

Wednesday, 6 Dec '23 7:00pm - 8:30pm AEDT

This is an interactive introduction to the practice and philosophy of Raja Yoga Meditation.

Reflections Series: Overcome Everything

Monday, 11 Dec '23 6:30pm – 7:00pm AEDT

Angie O'Toole has a background in adult education, management training and program development.

https://tiny.cc/reflections-stories

Reflections Series: The Beneficial Journey of Self Realization

Monday, 25 Dec '23 6:30pm – 7:00pm AEDT

Alice Hawrylak has been practicing and teaching Raja Yoga Meditation for

25 years
https://tiny.cc/reflections-stories

Special Event in Thai Language

'Use your time wisely'

ทุกคนอยากมีความสุขและมีเป้าหมายในชีวิต เราจะสำรวจตัวเอง จิตใจของเรา และค้นหาคำตอบภายใน. ปีใหม่นี้เราจะเริ่มต้นด้วยการใช้เวลาอย่างชาญฉลาดและตั้งใจ ไม่ว่าคุณจะอยู่ที่ไหนหรือเผชิญกับสถานการณ์ที่ยากลำบากใดๆ เรายังสามารถหาวิธียกระดับตนเองและผู้อื่นได้

Saturday, 30 Dec '23 10:30am – 3:30pm AEDT

Brahma Kumaris Australia - Online and National Events for December

1 December 2023

THE GIFT OF PEACE

24 DAY ADVENT CALENDAR MEDITATIONS

Greetings of Peace.

It is the time of year when we light candles

and give gifts of love and peace.

This holiday season make a commitment to yourself,

your family and our world - to generate 15 minutes of peace each day.

When you register, you will receive a gift of meditation each day in your email box - every day for 24 days.

From the comfort of your own home experience:

A reflection question, a short guided meditation commentary and a peaceful song.

This is your gift of peace to yourself and the world at the start or end your day!

(CHECK your spam folder if you don't see it - as it is often hiding there)

1 - 24 DECEMBER

RAJA YOGA MEDITATION COURSE

- IN BULGARIAN, HINDI & ENGLISH LANGUAGES

Explore the basics of Raja Yoga meditation. Rediscover the truth we carry within us. Find answers to questions like, Who am I? Where am I going? What should I do? Who should I trust? What is real and what is not?

TOPICS COVERED: Knowing the Real Self, Managing the Mind, Understanding the Supreme Secrets of Time, Karma Philosophy, Simple techniques of Meditation, Exploring Inner Powers, Rejuvenating Meditations.

BE FREE AND EMPOWERED

- IN HINDI LANGUAGE

Join us every Tuesday for:

Interactive Sessions and Guided Meditations

on a variety of topics.

TUESDAYS 5, 12, 19 & 26

7.00 - 8.00pm (AEDT)

RELAX, RESTORE, RECHARGE

Join us for a 45 minute conversation and reflection

about our inner feelings to reconnect to our core

and the Divine.

TUESDAYS 12, 19 & 26

6.45 - 7.30pm (AEDT)

WORLD MEDITATION HOUR

Just us to share thoughts of peace, love, kindness, and good wishes for the world. During the hour there will be guided meditations and interludes of silence.

SUNDAY 17

6.30 - 7.30pm (AEDT)

Link to View Live Telecast Of Inauguration Of Brahma Udyan In Thailand

21 November 2023

Dear Divine Family,

Greetings of Love

You will be happy to know that on Thursday 23 Nov 2023 AT 1.30PM ( IST) the inauguration of Brahma Udyan in Thailand will be done by our senior brother Rajyogi BK Brijmohan Bhaiji, Addl. Secretary General of Brahma Kumaris, Mount Abu. The link of the live telecast of the

inauguration is given below. Please forward it to all BKs in your area.

https://www.youtube.com/live/K0gtfA_afP4?si=DJ4yn3dZQRt3aIEc

With best regards,

BK Charlie

Open your eyes to the Youniverse: The education ‘elephant’ - Join Gabrielle Martin in conversation with Nimali Rodrigo

19 November 2023

Dear Friends

This month on Youniverse, we’re back in the classroom where we'll tackle another big issue in education, unpacking the impact of socio-economic status/background on producing ‘student outcomes’.

With HSC on the horizon join Gabrielle Martin in conversation with Nimali Rodrigo and Chanah Wainer on The education ‘elephant’.

Find out more, see you on Open your eyes to the Youniverse, Saturday 25 November 2023, 6–7.30pm (AEDT) for a conversation titled: The education ‘elephant’.

To register go to: https://tinyurl.com/TheEducationElephant

To ask a question go to: https://tinyurl.com/QuestionEducationElephant

Open your eyes to the Youniverse! is a series of contemporary talks, conversations, meditations and interviews streamed live on YouTube via Zoom, monthly.

We look forward to seeing you there virtually!

With our warmest regards.

The Youniverse Team

Family in Australia Celebrates Visit by Sudesh Didi - Service News Report

16 November 2023

Click on the image to view full report with photos.

Rakshabandhan, International Day of Peace & Other Special Activities - News from Sr. Gopi's Visit to Thailand

15 November 2023

Dear sweet family,

Greetings of love.

I am sending herewith the report of Sr.Gopi Patel 's visit to Thailand.

In Baba's love and remembrance

Sr.La (National - Co-ordinator)

Part 1 --> https://www.bkthai.com/bk/index.php?f=servicenews/2023/Sep/gopiEng.html

Part 2--> https://www.bkthai.com/bk/index.php?f=servicenews/2023/Sep/index_e.html

Diwali Greetings from Hong Kong Brahmin Family

15 November 2023

Diwali Greetings from Singapore Brahmin Family

15 November 2023

Happy Diwali Greetings From Brahmin Family in Indonesia

15 November 2023

Diwali Greetings from Brahmin Family in Sri Lanka

12 November 2023

Diwali Greetings & New Year Wishes from Brahmin Family in New Zealand

12 November 2023

Diwali Greetings from Brahmin Family in Malaysia

9 November 2023

Click on the above image to download the greetings in mp4 file format.

A Newsletter for November from Brahma Kumaris Center for Spiritual Learning The Illawarra

7 November 2023

Greetings everyone!

Below are a few upcoming events that you may be able to join us for?

Hope to see your smiling faces soon!

Transcend Your Limitations

places still available

Fri 3 - Sun 5 November

https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-shpi-20231103000000

The Shared Journey

a retreat for couples

Fri 10 - Sun 12 November

https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-sx5e-20231110000000

Creative Thursday

Drawing

9 November 10am to 1:30pm

https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-s3jj-20231109100000

World Meditation Hour

19 November 3-6pm

including live meditation music to accompany your contemplation

courtesy of Tim

https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-s9tq-20231119150000

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*The Brahma Kumaris Introductory Meditation Course *

Monday 13 November 6:30pm - 8pm

https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-s2n1-20231016183000

Tuesday 14 November 10am - 11:30am

https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-szjh-20231017100000

Please look here for future dates: https://brahmakumaris.org.au/illawarra-meditation-retreats/

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coming up soon,

...The Artist & the Mystic...

save the date! Saturday February 17th

https://bookwhen.com/bkaillawarra/e/ev-stn4-20231118093000

stay tuned for more details...

Please click here for some of our recent BK classes on YouTube

Lastly: a thought to ponder...

Develop the nature to nurture your nature!

good wishes,

from all the 'Team'

A Special Event for 18-30 year old youths!

this retreat will be held at the Blue Mountains retreat centre in Leura

Brahma Kumaris Australia Online And National Events for November, 2023

2 November 2023

RAJA YOGA MEDITATION COURSE

- IN ENGLISH, PUNJABI & BULGARIAN LANGUAGES

MAKE YOUR MIND YOUR BEST FRIEND

Learn to still your mind and bring calm into your everyday life with these weekly sessions of guided meditation

and short discussion.

Open to all, no matter what your level of experience.

THURSDAYS 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
7.30 - 8.15pm (AEDT)

ONLINE LUNCHTIME MEDITATION

Join us for a free guided meditation and some silence. Explore an easy, practical way to feel calmer

and more positive.

Raja Yoga meditation can reduce stress, brings lightness and make the mind more peaceful and focused. It's a simple, open-eyed technique that can be practised

almost anywhere.

With a few minutes of practice every day we can start to build a stock of inner peace, power and positivity. Then it's so much easier to deal with the increasing challenges

of everyday life.

FRIDAYS 3, 10, 17 & 24

12.30 - 1.00pm (AEDT)

BE FREE AND EMPOWERED

- IN HINDI LANGUAGE

Join us every Tuesday for:

Interactive Sessions and Guided Meditations

on a variety of topics.

TUESDAYS 7, 14, 21 & 28

7.00 - 8.00pm (AEDT)

WORLD MEDITATION HOUR

Just us to share thoughts of peace, love, kindness, and good wishes for the world. During the hour there will be guided meditations and interludes of silence.

SUNDAY 19

6.30 - 7.30pm (AEDT)