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Blue Mountains Retreat Centre April Programs
15 March 2023
Dear Friends,
We hope you've had a full and beautiful start to the year and that you've continued to experience lightness and joy throughout Summer.
We have some great news that we recently had our solar panels with batteries installed. The connection to the grid will be in April. Thank you to all those who contributed. This is a wonderful achievement.
You may like to tell any health professionals you know about The Stillness in the Storm retreat.
On Wednesday 8th March we have a special evening program for International Womens' Day: Embrace Equity: Value and Support Variety. To book please use the following link: Embrace Equity
Some wisdom from Dadi Janki:
Stay free from over-thinking about how much there is to be done. Think constructive thoughts, stay light and you will get things done.
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.
| To book please use the following link: Embrace Equity |
Community Meditation
Evening Program
@ Blue Mountains Retreat Centre
Every Wednesday 6.30pm - 8pm
Meditation and conversation on a different topic each week. In the Meditation Hall. All welcome.
Meditation 6.30pm - 7.30pm
Group conversation 7.30pm - 8.00pm
No booking required.
Introductory Raja Yoga Meditation
Weekend Retreat
@ Blue Mountains Retreat Centre
Friday, 14th April, 6.30am, until
Sunday, 16th April, 2:00pm
For those who have not attended an Introductory retreat.
This retreat 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.
Intermediate Raj Yoga Meditation
@ Blue Mountains Retreat Centre
Friday, 14th April, 6.30am, until
Sunday, 16th April, 2:00pm
For those who have attended an Introduction to Raja Yoga Meditation.
This retreat will take participants deeper into the practice and philosophy of Raja Yoga Meditation. We will cover the spiritual journey of humankind through the cycle of time, the tree of humanity,
and the principles for a meditative lifestyle.
Stillness in the Storm - A retreat for healthcare professionals
Weekend Retreat
@ Blue Mountains Retreat Centre
Saturday, 21st April, 9.30am, until
Sunday, 23rd April, 2:00pm
This retreat offers practical self-help tools drawn from positive psychology, therapeutic and spiritual models to help us discover 'the stillness in the storm' - our sense of peace and inner wholeness.
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Meditative Gardener
Weekend Retreat
@ Blue Mountains Retreat Centre
Friday, 21st April, 6.30pm, until
Sunday, 23rd April, 2:00pm
For those who have completed the Intermediate retreat and wish to embark on a more spiritual lifestyle.
Introductory Raja Yoga Meditation
Weekend Retreat
@Blue Mountains Retreat Centre
Friday, 28th April, 6.30pm, until
Sunday, 30th April, 2:00pm
For those who have not attended an Introductory retreat.
This retreat 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.
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Center for Soul Conscious Living presents Online Events for March 2023
14 March 2023
MARCH 2023
RAJA YOGA MEDITATION COURSE
Explore the basics of Raja Yoga meditation. Learn how to move through life with inner strength, peace and positivity by knowing the power of thoughts, how to understand the self, what Divine energy is, the laws of karma and time, and the spiritual powers that raise us above life’s challenges.
Bulgarian starts: FRIDAY 3
English starts: TUESDAY 7
Punjabi starts: FRIDAY 10
ANUBHUTI MEDITATION IN HINDI
Come on a journey where you will relax and recharge your mind, body and soul with a 15 minute meditation commentary in Hindi. Each week, an experienced meditation practitioner will lead the session on various topics such as Gratitude, Love, Sweetness, Courage, Contentment etc.
FRIDAYS 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
7.30 - 7.45pm (AEDT)
होली स्पेशल – WHY DO WE CELEBRATE HOLI?
Holi means: H- Hate (घृणा)
O- Out (बाहर)
L- Love (प्रेम)
I- In (भीतर) नफ़रत और घृणा की होली जलाओ, प्रेम के रंग बरसाओ।
SUNDAY 5
4.00 - 5.30pm (AEDT)
CENTRE FOR SOUL CONSCIOUS LIVING
This is The Brahma Kumaris Australia's 'virtual' Centre. Courses in Raja Yoga Meditation, Talks, Interviews and Meditations are facilitated by experienced tutors.
OUR CENTRES, RETREAT CENTRES & COURSE LOCATIONS
See what's happening at our teaching locations in your area. You will find both online and face-to-face events, including courses, classes, talks, workshops, meditations and retreats.
OPEN YOUR EYES TO THE YOUNIVERSE
Open Your Eyes to the Youniverse is a series of contemporary talks, conversations, meditations and interviews with people who inspire and uplift others by sharing their wisdom, insights and experiences.
EVERY 4TH SATURDAY
6.00 - 7.30pm (AEDT)
China News: Sister Sapna invited for Intercultural festival in Guangzhou
14 March 2023
Dear Divine Brothers and Sisters, Greetings from China
As China opens its borders for more exchanges after a long period of more than 3 years, a special event was organised after the Spring Festival by the IDea Exchange team entitled "Intercultural Festival". (IDea Exchange is a famous platform in South China to spread new ideas from different fields.) The participants included local Chinese nationals as well as Expats from various nationalities. Various experts from different fields were invited to share their ideas from different perspectives such as Economic, Financial, Business, Motivational...
Among these BK Sister Sapna was invited to share her views on a spiritual perspective of Intercultural Exchanges. Sister Sapna gave a presentation on the theme "Decoding Global Culture - The Spiritual Dimension". The session concluded with a guided meditation commentary for the participants. We could feel a very different atmosphere during the last few minutes full of peaceful energy. The presentation was well received by the participants.
Sister Sapna and BK sisters with the organiser of the event Mr. David Butler
Speakers
Celebrating Chinese traditions
Group photo at the end with all speakers after the program
During the Panel discussion
In Baba’s yaad
Bk Sapna
The Brahma Kumaris - Sydney - Programs in March 2023
12 March 2023
Newsletter for March 2023
Raja Yoga Meditation Introductory Course (starts on first Wednesday of the month)
Wednesday, 1 March '23 7pm – 8:30pm AEDT
This is an interactive introduction to the practice and philosophy of Raja Yoga Meditation.
Positive Thinking Course (starts the first Thursday of every month)
Thursday, 2 March '23 6:30pm – 8pm 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.
Raja Yoga Meditation - Introductory Course (starts on first Saturday of the month)
Saturday, 4 March '23 10am – 11:30am AEDT
This is an interactive introduction to the practice and philosophy of Raja Yoga Meditation. This lays the foundation for ongoing spiritual development. In these sessions, we review the means to nourish the soul and to free our spirit.
UN International Women's Day - Cracking the Code: Innovation for a gender equal future
Saturday, 11 March '23 9:30am – 1pm AEDT
In a world rich with variety, the endless needs of the human race place innovation at the heart of every sector. When human values are used to bring unity in diversity, a new invention is born. This newness gives strength, power and greatness. Human values ... for human beings. Think it. Be it. Do it. Value it.
Vegetarian lunch provided.
iBeing online spiritual book cafe.
Saturday, 11 March '23 4:30pm – 6:00pm AEDT
First timers to register on: http://tiny.cc/iBeing2023
Enquiries: ibeing@au.brahmakumaris.org
Reflection Series: Meditation - Power of Your Super Computer
Monday, 13 March '23 6:30pm – 7pm AEDT
https://tiny.cc/reflections-stories
Keethan Nadarajah is a senior Registered Nurse. He has been practicing and teaching meditation for over 22 years.
Reflection Series: A Silent Conversation
Monday, 27 March '23 6:30pm – 7pm AEDT
https://tiny.cc/reflections-stories
Amisha Patel is a student of life. Originally from New Zealand, she has been practising Raja Yoga meditation for several years.
BKA Huntingdale - Maha Shivarathri Program Service News
12 March 2023
Dear Friends and Family, Om Shanti and greetings of love from the brothers.
We are pleased to inform you that we had a successful talk/public program on the "Spiritual Significance of Maha Shivarathri" on 22 February 2023 at the Perth Hindu Temple. We thank everyone who attended and contributed their time to this program's success. We also thank the various speakers for the insights of Shivarathri and blessings from the seniors.
Hope this service report is beneficial and will inspire you and your family to rekindle the light within you. You may download it HERE.
Thank You and Kind Regards
Raajen Rajoo
Class Co-ordinator, Huntingdale, Australia
Brahma Kumaris Five Dock Presents Open your eyes to the Youniverse: Spirit of Education
12 March 2023
Dear Friends
Ever thought of education as lifelong learning concerned with aspirations for yourself, each other and the world beyond? What's been your experience? Did your education honour who you are and who you wanted to become? It’s never too late to be who you want to be.
Join Gabrielle Martin in conversation with Education Designer ChanahWainer on spirit of education as she unpacks education and inspires life-long learning.
See you on Open your eyes to the Youniverse, Saturday 25 March 2023 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm (AEDT) for a conversation on spirit of education.
To register go to:https://tinyurl.com/
Ask a question at: https://tinyurl.com/
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 Peninsula March 23 Newsletter
1 March 2023
NEWSLETTER FOR MARCH 2023
Dear friends of the BKs,
Affectionate greetings from India, where some of us are at the spiritual headquarters of the BKs attending a retreat for teachers.
The theme of this retreat is on having an unlimited consciousness. So, what is a limited consciousness? One thing we have explored is when I try to control an outcome with the feeling that "things should be like this", and especially "you should be like this". Then, the more likely it is that I will build a resistance towards accepting, tolerating and having a feeling of easiness, contentment and cheerfulness. When I think more from a position of "things are as they are", I am more likely to find a way of responding that gives a better chance of a tolerable outcome.
Our wish is that you will find something in the following programs to enable you to move forward on your spiritual path.
Affectionately.
Jacqui.
Raja Yoga Meditation Course as taught by The Brahma Kumaris
Wednesday, 1st March 2023
06:00 pm - 07:30 pm
The Brahma Kumaris teach 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 course is one session a week for an initial five weeks introduction with the option of a further 4 weeks intermediate.
The course is designed in a sequential manner, so it is important you attend each session.
Mindfulness to Meditation
Saturday, 4th March 2023
10:00 am - 04:00 pm
Mindfulness, compassion, loving kindness, present moment awareness, all of these different states of mind bring me into the now and provide me with space.
Imagine what your life would be like if you spoke to people from a space of peace, if you walked in a state of peace, if you responded to situations in a state of peace. How would that feel, what would your relationships look like? What would you look like?
Mindfulness to Meditation is the practice of being the observer of my thoughts and so my reactions, it’s the art of living in the present rather than the past or the future, its where I truly get to know myself, as I am and who I am.
Meditation for Men
Sunday, 5th March 2023
10:00 am - 02:00 pm
Meditation is the essence of spirituality. Understanding the self and having simple spiritual knowledge helps navigate through life's challenges. This program is an 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. The facilitators are experienced meditators, living a spiritual lifestyle integrated into practical life.
Raja Yoga Meditation Course as taught by The Brahma Kumaris
Tuesday, 7th March 2023
10:00 am - 11:30 am
The Brahma Kumaris teach 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. A four week intermediate course will be offered for those who complete the full introductory course. The course is designed in a sequential manner, so it is important you attend each session.
Meditation Experiments
Saturday, 11th March 2023
10:00 am - 04:00 pm
Raja Yoga Meditation is a means to bring more peace, positivity and resilience to life. Anyone can learn to meditate, and in this program we will experiment with various methods to strengthen and enhance the meditation experience. The program is suitable for both new and experienced meditators.
When we Act as Instruments, Miracles begin to Happen
Saturday, 18th March 2023
10:00 am - 04:00 pm
By keeping ourselves in the company of the Divine Power, we can draw from the pure energy of love and peace so that it is the Divine Power's energy that does the work, and miracles begin to happen. This one day program aims to provide you with an easy way to share spiritual vibrations of divinity with whomever you come into contact with.
The Power Within
Saturday, 25th March 2023
10:00 am - 04:00 pm
Now more than ever there is a need for calmness, stability and strength to navigate the challenges of life. Spiritual powers provide a practical and very effective means to deal with relationships, situations even one's own insecurities. Learning how to tap into and make use of these wonderful powers in a way that creates more happiness and peace for myself and those around me. All the resources and potential to make it happen exist within me.
Creative Spiritual Space for Women
Sunday, 26th March 2023
02:00 pm - 04:30 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.
Please note: Admission closes at 2.10pm.
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