This page contains all the announcements made at our Centre. It gives details of forthcoming events and some feedback on events that have taken place already, plus information on any special events, notices, changes, etc.

21 August 2010

1. Today the ladies wing will be singing bhajans at Ashra House from 4:00pm to 5:00pm, if you are interested in this then please see Naliniben or Kantaben or Hansaben.
2. Next Saturday 28th August  our 4th Gayatri Mantra Programme is from 2:00pm to 7:00pm.
3. Krishna Janmashtami is on Thursday 2nd of September and the programme will start at 7:30 till 10:00pm but can you please be seated by 7:20pm.
4. On the 4th of September Brother Kalyan Ray, Chairman of the International Education Committee of the Sri Sathya Sai World Foundation will here giving a talk on Sai Education from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Those involved in Sai Education please you see Anilaben if you would like to submit in any questions. This ties in with the 40th Year Anniversaries of Sai Education in the UK...
5. Also on the 12th September we will have Sylvia Alden in Leicester, if you are ever in Prasanthi at Christmas then you will know that she conducts the Christmas choir every year and has done so for many years. More details to follow but that week there will be numerous items for everyone.
6. We have a committee meeting this Wednesday from 7:30pm here.
7. If you have a little time today just an hour after we finish we could do with some help in clearing some rubbish in the car park and also a little bit in the garden patches.
8. Thought of the day:
9. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

15 August 2010

1. Amit Modha will give a message for Ramadan....
2. Love and Light has distributed for the month of august and it has many pictures of the UK pilgrimage. If you would like to be on the list for the distribution then please send an email to Narendrabhai.
3. Next Sunday the ladies will be doing seva at Ashra House from 4:00pm to 5:00pm.
4. Also on the 28th August will be our 4th Gayatri Mantra Programme from 2:00pm to 7:00pm.
5. This year is a landmark year for all Sai devotees as it marks the 85th year of the advent of our beloved Bhagavan Sri Sathya Sai Baba.  Devotees across the world are gathering to pray in unison and therefore another opportunity has risen In Lonodn there will be an 85 hour Maha Mrutyunjaya Yagna will be held from 05:00hrs on Thursday 19th August till 19:30hrs on Sunday 22nd August 2010 at the Sadhu Vaswani Centre, 25 Cricklewood Lane, London, NW2 1HP.  All are welcome for the whole of that period or when ever they can make it. We are considering a coach just for a day, Sathurday 21st August probably leave around 7:00am from Leicseter and then leave london late afternoon say 4/5pm. If you are keen to go for the day as a group then please leave name and contact details. Depending on the number we will either confirm if the coach trip will continue.
6. Thought of the day:
7. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

1 August 2010

1. The library/bookshop  is now open in the room around the corner. Please be careful of the steps as you go down there.
2. The ladies will be doing seva at Ashra House on Sunday 22nd August from 4:00pm to 5:00pm.
3. Also on the 28th August will be our 4th Gayatri Mantra Programme more details to follow..
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5. Thought of the day:
6. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

18 July 2010

1. Thank you to all those who came and offered help at our Global Service Day, the guests were very happy to have such wonderful day and I'm glad to see a few smiles all round. If you would like to help with all the other service activities then please see the coordinators, Vinodbhai B Patel and Hemantbhai.
2. Rudram Practises will resume resume today at 10:30.  
3. The last of the fact sheets for the UK Pilgrim has now been sent. These are fantastic material for anyone wanting to travel to Prasanthi, a lot of thought has gone into it so please check out the website for the national pilgrimage which is www.nationalpilgrimage.org.uk and you will find all the fact sheets.
4. Next Sunday is Gurupoornima and will be celebrate this here starting at our usual time.
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6. Thought of the day: Chotubhai...
7. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

11 July

1. Rudram Practises will resume next Sunday at 10:30.  
2. SSE have now finished for the summer and will start the next term on the 5th September. So please put that down in your diaries if you have children that attend and also if you know of any children who could attend then please talk to the parents.
3. There is a special Committee and coordinators meeting on Monday (tomorrow) at 7:30pm here.
4. I'm sure you are all aware that we are gathering at Abbey Park for our Global Service Day so we hope to see you all there later.
5. The UK Pilgrim is very close and if there is any body who has not spoken to their group leader then the chances are that you have been taken of the list for not providing the details. Everyone should know who their group leader is. Next week is the pre world conference and some of us will be there next week but we hope we can bring some of the thoughts back the following week to share with. For those who are starting their summer holidays and journeys for the Pilgrim have a great time, take good care of the family  and may swami bless you all. 
6. Thought of the day: Vijaybhai's Talk
7. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

4 July 2010

1. Just a reminder that there will be no Rudram Practise  today or next week because we will be all at ......Global Service Day.
2. Next Saturday evening from 8:00pm in London there will be an all night bhajans and rudram chanting, this is really focused at the group who have been practising the rudram week in week out, this is also part of the sadahna for the pilgrims so if you are there in London next weekend then please attend also the details are all on the board.  
3. SSE have now finished for the summer and will start the next term on the 5th September. So please put that down in your diaries if you have children that attend and also if you know of any children who could attend then please talk to the parents.
4. We have our Global Service day next Sunday and we are still looking for volunteers, we have over 200 guests this year, the most we've ever entertained so please if you can help, either with transport or just coming and having a chat with the elderly and disabled, there are many who speak only Gujarati and it's just great to have a little chat. The youth make a great impression so those of you who have just returned for the summer please come along and help. Please do put your name down at the information desk. ALSO there will be a MEETING for the Global Service Volunteers this Tuesday (6th July) from 7:30pm here in this hall, please make sure you come as this were you will get details of the event and what service has been allocated including all the transportation groupings.
5. Today we have the last Sadhana meeting and we will kick off at 11:00 once you have completed the registration for today. Please ensure you make your group leaders aware that you are here and if for any reason at all you cannot stay till the end just make sure all the details are clear for you and them as the next time may just be in Prasanthi. If you do not know your group leader please let us know immediately as this is the vital communication link.
6. A medical camp has been arranged in Russia from the 7th to 15th of August. There is a note on the notice board and we need specialist help such as Ophthalmology and Cardiology. If you can help then please read the letter on the notice board and follow the joining instructions. The dates for the information for you to provide by the 10th July and there is a provisional meeting for the medical team on the 11th July.
7. Last week we had a Sai Forum and I hope that all those who participated took something back with them. The team that facilitate these forums are always looking for more helpers who really want to advance their knowledge in the teachings. If you are interested in this then please see Sanjay or Jenni.
8. Now talking about these Sai Forum, as most of you know we have the pilgrim, the pre world conference meeting and then the world conference it self in Prasanthi. The material for these forum are there for all of these sessions and the person who helped put this together is a gentlemen by the Name of Vijay Desai. We are very fortunate that he will be visiting Leicester and will be here till the 16th July. He is also a member of the Prasanthi council. He will be speaking for the next few meetings in Leicester. the first starting on on Thursday from 7:30pm and then the following Sunday just before our Global Service Day and then again on the following Thursday so please make sure you don't miss out.
9. Thought of the day:
10. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

27 June 2010

    1.     Rudram Practice will be held today from 10:30 here in the main Hall. Next week there will be no Rudram practice. 

   2.  If you did not attend the Sadhana meeting last Sunday please see Narendrabhai today to confirm some of the details. The Next regional and Final Sadhana meeting will be on the 4th of July that's Next Sunday. Please make sure you can come to this. One of the countries that went to Prashanti had more than 200 that had registered but did not attend, this caused difficulties and Swami also asked where these people were. The country was reprimanded by the organisation for not providing accurate information. There are also some details missing that we need and remember those who have got accommodation in Prashanti I hope you have checked who you're staying with!! 

    3.  We have our Global Service Day on the 11th of July and if you want to help please go to the information desk. 

    4.  On Wednesday we have our coordinators meeting from 7:30, can all coordinators please read the note sent by Narendrabhai. 

    5.  Thought of the day: Sai Forum

Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

20 June 2010

1. Rudram Practice will be held today from 10:30 here in the main Hall. 
2. Regional Sadhana Meeting for the UK Pilgrimage this after noon from 1:45pm to 5:30pm, also the accommodation groupings have been displayed at the information desk please see Rohitbhai/Niteshbhai and check that you are happy with the grouping in the rooms allocated. There will be some minor changes but you should know by the following Sadhana meeting on the 4th July.

3.    Our 3rd Gayatri programme will be held on the 26th June from 2:00pm to 7:00pm 

4.    Finally on the 27th June next Sunday we will be holding a Sai Forum with the topic of Love All Serve All. 

5. Thought of the day: Poem Read by Alisha Gadhia on Father's day
6. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

13 June 2010

1. Prashanti Updates today by Jayesh. These updates are from last month just giving a brief glance in to what's been going on in Prasanthi.
2. There will be no Rudram Practise today..,

3.    Just a warning: Some of you may have had an random email directly from Divine Tours and Travels based in Bangalore, they say they are ex students of Swami, we do not know who they are so for the time being please ignore them. The UK organisation will look into it.

4.    On Tuesday this week there will be a Service Wing meeting 15th June 2010 from 7 pm to 9 pm.  The meeting will consist of discussions on Global Service Day, Hall setup on Thursday and Sunday, Service Groups and Service Rotas.  Everyone is welcome to attend."
 

5.    The Ladies wing will be meeting on the 18th June from 7:30 to 9:00pm to discuss The importance of food for the body and mind-a chance to share your satwic recipes. An opportunity for the ladies to discuss and share their experiences.

6.    Last week we had meeting about the Pilgrimage and we went through some of the accommodation needs, also we asked if you needed accommodation or not and agreed to group everyone. Some of you could not make last week can you please see Narendrabhai and those who forgot to let us know about accommodation then again please see Narendrabhai. After today what ever we have put down as groups will be what Prasanthi will expect. Our next Regional Sadhana Meeting for the UK Pilgrimage will be next Sunday on the 20th June from 1:45pm to 5:30pm

7.    Our 3rd Gayatri programme will be held on the 26th June from 2:00pm to 7:00pm

8.    Finally on the 27th June we will be holding a Sai Forum with the topic of Love All Serve All.

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11. Thought of the day:
12. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

6 June 2010

1. There will be no Rudram Practice today

2.    Today at 10:30 we have a local/Leicester meeting for the Pilgrims who are going to Prasanthi this Summer. Please come back into the Hall after you have had your Vibhuti.

3.    The next Regional Sadhana Meeting for the UK Pilgrimage will be on the 20th June from 1:45pm to 5:30pm.

4.    Just a warning: Some of you may have had an random email directly from Divine Tours and Travels based in Bangalore, they say they are ex students of Swami, we do not know who they are so for the time being please ignore them. The UK organisation will look into it.

5.    The Ladies wing will be meeting on the 18th June from 7:30 to 9:00pm to discuss The importance of food for the body and mind-a chance to share your satwic recipes. An opportunity for the ladies to discuss and share their experiences.

6.    Our 3rd Gayatri programme will be held on the 26th June from 2:00pm to 7:00pm.

7.    The Sathya Sai School are having an Open Day Next Saturday 12th June from 10:00am to 2:00pm and to tell us more about the event next week please welcome Ushaben.

8. Thought of the day: Ushaben
9. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

30 May 2010

1. The dhun sung today was for Trikambhai Bhalsod who passed away earlier this morning. Many of you will have known him. He has been an active member holding many positions in Leicester. He also helped start the Narborough Sai Centre and recently serving on the Leicester Building Committee. Bhajans have been organised every evening from 7:30 to 8:30pm at 9 Beaconsfield Road for those who want to pay respect.
2. Rudram Practice back on today from 10:30 here in this Hall.

3.    Home Bhajans today have been organised tonight from 7:30pm to 8:30pm.

4.    We have our Global Service Day approaching in July on the 11th, and some of you know we need to start to prepare and plan. As part of the organising we need to know how many volunteers will be able to help on that day.. Many of you memories of many places that we have taken our guests including Rutland Water, Wickstead park....are a few. If you can help on that day then please put your name down at the information desk. We will have a general meeting in a few weeks time.

5.    Swami has heard some of your prayers especially those longing to go to Prasanthi but missed all the dates to do the registration. Well it seems that the UK Organisation has been given permission to allow more registrations up until 31st May, Today is effectively the last day  BUT you must sort out your own accommodation outside of the Ashram in Prasanthi Nilayam. Even if you are not sure then just write your name down. For more details you can see the website or please see Narendrabhai.

6.    Next week (6th June) we will be holding a local meeting for the pilgrimage this summer after Bhajans from 10:30 to 11:30, this will mainly focus on organisation and sharing information. Also those of you who have registered will have received the fact sheets full of practical advise. There is one on the main board.

7.    There is a committee meeting this Wednesday on 2nd June.from 7:30pm..A final reminder to all active members about the pre world conference on the 17/18 July. Today is the deadline so please see Narendrabhai.

8. Thought of the day:
9. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

23 May 2010

1. Rudram Practise back on today from 10:30 here in this Hall.
2. We have our Global Service Day approaching in July on the 11th, and some of you know we need to start to prepare and plan. As part of the organising we need to know how many volunteers will be able to help on that day.. Many of you memories of many places that we have taken our guests including Rutland Water, Wickstead park....are a few. If you can help on that day then please put your name down at the information desk. We will have a general meeting in a few weeks time.
3. But to get into a bit of practise for global service day then there is nothing like removing the weed that sometimes entangles us in our daily lives. So if you can spare half an hour to an hour this morning we could do with some help here just out side by removing some weeds. Vinodbhai will guide us to the areas around the building..There are always some general work that needs to be done in the building so please see the service coordinator who can best advise what needs doing.
4. Swami has heard some of your prayers especially those longing to go to Prasanthi but missed all the dates to do the registration. Well it seems that the UK Organisation has been given permission to allow more registrations up until 31st May BUT you must sort out your own accommodation outside of the Ashram in Prasanthi Nilayam. For more details you can see the website or please see Narendrabhai.
5. As most are aware that the Sadhana meeting in London on the 29th May for UK Pilgrimage has been cancelled. We here in Leicester will be holding a local meeting after Bhajans on the 6th of June just after bhajans from 10:30 to 11:30, this will mainly focus on organisation and sharing information. Also those of you who have registered will have received the fact sheets full of practical advise. There is one on the main board.
6. Just a note that there is NO committee meeting this Wednesday. Instead it will be the following week on 2nd June.
7. On Thursday we have our Sai Forum from 7:30pm. Amit is going to tell us more about this and finish with the thought of the day.
8. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

16 May 2010

1.    Note from KishinBhai in PN: Dear All, I am happy to inform you SWAMI this evening on Wednesday 12^th of May 2010 at 17.40 in the evening ,Indian time, Blessed the Leicester Building with the name: .“SRI SATHYA SAI CENTRE for HUMAN EXCELLENCE”     

I approached him in the Verandah with the proposed name and Bro. Chakravarthi kindly explained and translated the meaning. SWAMI held the proposal in his left hand and placed the right hand on it with open palm. Blessing the building and I believe all devotees of UK.

let us all pray for his continued Love and Blessings.

Loving SAI RAMS

Kishin

2.    Rudram Practise back on today from 10:30 here in this Hall.

3.    The Ladies wing are On the 19th May a Wednesday we will have a programme" Confidence building activities through Swami's teachings"( through drama/storytelling and public speaking)from 7.30 to 9.30pm at the Sai Building..

4.    The world Pre Conference will be held on the 17th and 18th of July in Croyden in  London, The Theme of the 9th World Conference is the "Sai Ideal- God Is , I am I,  Love all Serve All . Dr Michael Goldstein, Chairman of the Sathya Sai World Foundation and Dr  Narendranath Reddy, Director and Chairman of the International Medical Committee will be there to preside over the UK conference.  so if you are interested then please see Narendrabhai. It will be on a first come basis there is a limit of 600 and there is a deadline, 31st May  for the registration.  In fact when the proposal was put to Swami , Swami asked Dr. Goldstein to make sure he visited "London".

5.    We have our Global Service Day approaching in July on the 11th, and some of you know we need to start to prepare and plan. As part of the organising we need to know how many volunteers will be able to help on that day.. Many of you memories of many places that we have taken our guests including Rutland Water, Wickstead park....are a few. If you can help on that day then please put your name down at the information desk. We will have a general meeting in a few weeks time..

6.    As most are aware that the Sadhana meeting in London on the 29th May for UK Pilgrimage has been cancelled. We here in Leicester will be holding a local meeting after Bhajans in a couple of weeks. .

7.    Thought of the Day ..

8.    Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

9 May 2010

1. Prashanti Update by Sheetal
2. Unfortunately Shivam is unable to take the Rudram Practise, however you can still practice in the hall if you wish after 10:30am
3. On the 14th and 15th May there is a 2 day seminar with Phyllis Krystall at the Sai Mandir in Wimbledon from 10:00am to 4:30pm, Title: 'How do we live our changeless reality in an every changing world?'
   Theme: Baba's Ceiling on Desires programme and the relationship of our mind and senses with the environment." This session is open to all but please do register on the web address given on the information board. 
4. Also on the 16th May there is the National Spiritual Carousel day at St Andrews School, The Green, Totteridge, London, N20 8NX. where Phyllis Krystall will be a guest speaker from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.‘The scriptures (Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita) declare, 'All Nature is God' and 'The Lord is in all beings'. When learning about the sublime secrets of the trees, appreciate the Creator and strive to understand the principles behind creation. Life is a tree. The mutual relationship we cultivate and cherish are symbolized by the branches, twigs and leaves; the thoughts arising in the mind are the flowers; Ananda (Joy) is in the fruit, Dharma is the sweet juice it contains. The tree is held firm by the very roots which fed it...roots that symbolize faith and Self-confidence. Nurture the roots well.’
   ~ Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba  
5. The Ladies wing are On the 19th May a Wednesday we will have a programme" Confidence building activities through Swami's teachings"( through drama/storytelling and public speaking)from 7.30 to 9.30pm at the Sai Building.
6. Service Rota, All those Seva Dal who tirelessly help and serve on the activities of the centre, can they please check that they have the latest rota and that they check with group leaders that they are available for the allotted duty.
7. The world Pre Conference will be held on the 17th and 18th of July in Croyden in  London, The Theme of the 9th World Conference is the "Sai Ideal- God Is , Iam I,  Love all Serve All . Dr Michael Goldstein, Chairman of the Sathya Sai World Foundation and Dr  Narendranath Reddy, Director and Chairman of the International Medical Committee will be there to preside over the UK conference.  so if you are interested then please see Narendrabhai. It will be on a first come basis there is a limit of 600 and there is a deadline, 31st May  for the registration.  In fact when the proposal was put to Swami , Swami asked Dr. Goldstein to make sure he visited "London".
8. Thought of the Day
9. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

2 May 2010

1. I am delighted to welcome Ishverbhai to give us a short talk.
2. Rudram Practice today as per normal from 10:30 in this hall.
3. On the 14th and 15th May there is a 2 day seminar with Phyllis Krystall at the Sai Mandir in Wimbledon from 10:00am to 4:30pm, Title: 'How do we live our changeless reality in an every changing world?'
   Theme: Baba's Ceiling on Desires programme and the relationship of our mind and senses with the environment." This session is open to all but please do register on the web address given on the information board. 
4. Also on the 16th May there is the National Spiritual Carousel day at St Andrews School, The Green, Totteridge, London, N20 8NX. where Phyllis Krystall will be a guest speaker from 2:00pm to 4:00pm.‘The scriptures (Upanishads and Bhagavad Gita) declare, 'All Nature is God' and 'The Lord is in all beings'. When learning about the sublime secrets of the trees, appreciate the Creator and strive to understand the principles behind creation. Life is a tree. The mutual relationship we cultivate and cherish are symbolized by the branches, twigs and leaves; the thoughts arising in the mind are the flowers; Ananda (Joy) is in the fruit, Dharma is the sweet juice it contains. The tree is held firm by the very roots which fed it...roots that symbolize faith and Self-confidence. Nurture the roots well.’
   ~ Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba  
5. The Ladies wing are On the 19th May a Wednesday we will have a programme" Confidence building activities through Swami's teachings"( through drama/storytelling and public speaking)from 7.30 to 9.30pm at the Sai Building.
6. Service Rota, All those Seva Dal who tirelessly help and serve on the activities of the centre, can they please check that they have the latest rota and that they check with group leaders that they are available for the allotted duty.
7. The world Pre Conference will be held on the 17th and 18th of July in Croyden in  London, The Theme of the 9th World Conference is the "Sai Ideal- God Is , I am I,  Love all Serve All . Dr Michael Goldstein, Chairman of the Sathya Sai World Foundation and Dr  Narendranath Reddy, Director and Chairman of the International Medical Committee will be there to preside over the UK conference.  So if you are interested then please see Narendrabhai. It will be on a first come basis there is a limit of 600 and there is a deadline, 31st May  for the registration.  In fact when the proposal was put to Swami , Swami asked Dr. Goldstein to make sure he visited "London".
8. On the 6th May, which is a Thursday, we will be celebrating Easwaramma day in the evening from 7:30pm. Please arrive a little before that I know the voting stations are open late.....
9. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

18 Apr 2010

1. We hope you enjoyed Last Sunday when we joined the National Youth Conference, you could see and feel the energy so vibrant. The youth did a great job especially some of the Kitchen activities and we are proud on how they conducted the whole affair. Well done. 
2. Love and Light edition for April is available, for those who do not receive an email from Narendrabhai with this attachment but would like to receive this on a monthly basis please leave an email address at the information desk and he will add you to the group.
3. Rudram Practise today will resume today as per normal from 10:30 in this hall.
4. Ajitbhai's trip in September has been unfortunately cancelled as some of you may know so for those on that list who still want to go in the UK pilgrimage in August please come and see Narendrabhai or Pratibhaben Niravane.
5. Next Saturday the 24th April we have our Gayatri Mantra Programme which will start at 2:00pm to 7:00pm here in this hall. Please do come along and join the singing of Gayatri Mantras which most of you will be familiar with, if not then you will certainly learn by the end of it. After 7:00pm we will be serving satwic food and in that food there will be no Garlic, Onion or chilies -- this will maintain purity right to the end and help us practice Ceiling on Desires. Could you please let us know if you are coming for catering purposes. At the information desk if you could just let us know if you and/or your family are coming, we do not need your name or number just an indication of how many. Thank you..
6. Next Sunday we will be hosting our first Sai Forum this year and it will start straight after bhajans. This is an opportunity for everyone even those of you who do not get a chance to either listen and or  participate in a discussion along the lines of Swami's teaching. Everyone has a view but this session will gives us what Swami has been teaching us. If we can imbibe one teaching and put that into practice in our daily life then we have really started our journey. Find out more next week.

Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

4 Apr 2010

1. Easter Messages from Jenni, Akshay and Anand..... 
2. National Youth Conference 9/10/11 April here. This next weekend and as mentioned last few weeks we are invited to attend from 6am on Sunday 11th April to participate in suprabhatam and yoga followed by breakfast before attending our usual bhajans from 8.30am onwards.
3. Bhajan Practice is usually on Friday but as there is the NYC other arrangements will be made. The normal practice session will be back on the 16th April. We will now have a couple of sessions going at the same time on the Friday evening for those that really want to practice and get their raga in tune!! and those that will sing on the Thursday or Sunday. All are welcome to this.
4. Rudram Practice today has been postponed for the next 2 weeks and will recommence on the 18th April..
5. In the Afternoon today we have our second Sadhana meeting here, registration (just for the attendance tick) will being at 1:00pm so please arrive in good time and we aim to start at 2:00pm. As per last time we will discuss the prayer as well as Q&A. We will also have a Sai student as a speaker. this session is open to all but a must for the pilgrimage members..
6. An evening with Panditji Shivakumar Sharma. He is an ardent devotee of Bhagawan as well as the Maestro of the instrument "Santoor". He has performed  in front of Swami on numerous occasion and just happens to be passing through the UK. The date is 6th of April  from 6:45 to 9:15pm. The location is in London at Navnat Centre, Printing House Lane, Hayes, Middlesex, UB3 1AR. We have not booked a coach as we don't know the numbers but can I please ask that you go to the information desk and write down your name and number so you can be contacted for confirmation. If there is enough for a coach or a minibus then we will leave here at 3:00pm. Please contact Bhavesh if you need more information on the transport arrangements.
7. The ladies wing have organised a seva activity at Loughborough cottage on the 17th April from 3:00pm to 5:00pm. All ladies are welcome but please could you let Hansaben or Naliniben or Kantaben know if you can help.
8. The Service Wing has put together a rota for all activities under taken by the centre as follows: Hall duty (Sunday & Thursday), Ram Mandir Seva, Asra House Bhajans, Loughborough Cottage Bhajans, And cleaning of this building on Monday evenings and Friday evenings. For more information on the activities please see Kusumben, Kiranben, Vinodbhai B or Hemantbhai.
9. Aarti -- If you would like to do the Aarti then please go and write your name down in the folder and make sure you see Navinbhai.
10. As it is Easter Sunday please join us for a hot drink and some hot cross buns..

21 March 2010

1. Deadline for NYC Registration is 27th March, please can all youth who are interested in attending register on-line at http://nyc2010.saiyouth.org.uk/
    
   We have over 70 youths from outside Region 4 that have requested accommodation needs for 9th & 10th of April. For anyone who would like to practise selfless service and provide them with a place to sleep for the two nights, please give your details to Jagdishbhai/Rohitbhai on the information desk.
   
   Please note all Leicester Centre adults are welcome to attend the NYC from 6am on Sunday 11th April to participate in suprabhatam and yoga followed by breakfast before attending our usual bhajans from 8.30am onwards.
2. Rudram Practice today from 10:30 here in this Hall.
3. Home Bhajans today at Arvindbhai Dave's house 11 Archer Close 4:00pm to 5:00pm.
4. Parent Teachers meeting today so most of you will have a time slot to see the teachers, if need to find more details please see Anilaben.
5. There is small project that is underway to create an album for swami for some of the activities of 2009 and there you can also write your own message to swami. If you want to add a picture and or create an item please see sister Jenni at the information desk.
6. A collection of Sai Memoirs Launch next Saturday 27th March starting at 5:45pm: Canape, exhibition, speech and a concert...don't miss it...All are welcome.   
7. For the pilgrimage we hope all of those who have registered have been in touch with Niteshbhai as all the details need to be completed today. Prashanti will be sent all the details during this week once all the spreadsheets have been combined. Then the accommodation process will start. 
8. On Wednesday this week we will be celebrating Ramnavmi here from 7:15pm to 9.30pm. If you can all be seated from 7:15 we will start at 7:30 with the Vedam's followed by ram Sttuti, paduka puja, and Bhajan's.
9. On Thursday we have our first Sai Forum from 7:30pm with the topic of "God is" this is very interactive session for all to participate followed by  bhajans. Please be there by 7:30pm.
10. LOTUSS session this morning from 10:30 with the theme "Living with GOD and Inner Communication". with special guest speaker Brother Selva Kumar.
11. Having such a great speaker amongst us Brother Sleva Kumar would be same him not to share a few thoughts with us on the topic of "There is only one"  Brother Selva has held the position of the National Spiritual Coordinator and currently works at the Met Police in London.  Please welcome brother Selva Kumar.
12. Vibhuti Mantra.. Please leave silently....

14 March 2010

1.    Prashanti Updates by Asha...

2.    Today is a special day for mothers and our children have prepared a few thoughts....Please invite the children

3.    National Youth Conference is being held here on the 9,10,11 of April. ... Seetal to do the presentation.

4.    On the 19th march, this Friday the Ladies wings will be doing seva here in this building. All ladies welcome. This will be from 7:00pm to 9:00pm.

5.    As you know Swami had laid great emphasis on the Vedas and we in Leicester have been very fortunate that we have run many classes in the past, but now there is a push nationally to start these all over the country with the help of the Sai Students. From today in this main hall we will begin here from 10:30am after Bhajans so for all those who never got the opportunity here it is right on your doorstep. Remember you are never to old start to learn and definitely a great advantage to start at an early age.

6.    There is small project that is underway to create an album for swami for some of the activities of 2009 and there you can also write your own message to swami. If you want to add a picture and or create an item please see sister Jenni at the information desk.

7.    Thinking about memories do you remember we launched a Sai Memoirs programme and Manisha gathered some exciting moments of your life experiences with Swami? We'll we are going to have the exhibition programme with all those items displayed. The launch will be on the 27th March in the evening from 5:45pm till 9:00pm and you are all invited to celebrate what you have all done as part of the journey that has bought us here to this building, our Sathya Sai Centre.   

8.    It was great to see so many of you who came to the Sadhana day yesterday. We still have a few peoples whose details are yet to be completed for finalising the registration so those who could not complete the details yesterdays please see Niteshbhai and Anilaben in the reception office.

9.    Thought of the day/poem Bhavanbhai to read a poem for Mothers day.

7 March 2010

1. Ushaben and the Children from the Sathya Sai School  are here today to talk about their experiences at the Sathya Sai School in Comparison to others, Health , Life, Bullying & Confidence, Meditation and Nursery Education. So  please warmly welcome Ushaben who will introduce the children.
2. The Letter from Shitubhai to be read out to the group especially high lighting the changes in dates..
3. Next Saturday we will have the first Sadhana Meeting for the pilgrimage We will start at 1:30pm till 5:30pm. This satsung is open to all but a must for all those who are going on the Pilgrimage. You will also get an opportunity to ask questions especially for those who may be going there the first time.
4. Other Sadhana Meeting Dates as mentioned last week in the presentation  Sunday 4th April, national meeting in London on the 29th May, Saturday 20th June and Sunday 4th July. Please do take time to read through the pack that was given out last week on the Sadhana programme.
5. As you know Swami had laid great emphasis on the Vedas and we in Leicester have been very fortunate that we have run many classes in the past, but now there is a push Nationally to start these all over the country with the help of the Sai Students. From next Sunday 14th March we will begin here from 10:30am after Bhajans so for all those who never got the opportunity here it is right on your doorstep. Remember you are never to old start to learn and definitely a great advantage to start at an early age.
6. Thought of the day to be read by Sathya School Student....

28 February 2010

1. Some good news for those who have not managed to get a flight for the pilgrimage, our UK organisation has managed to charter 2 flights on the 29th July from Heathrow to Bangalore and returning  on the 10th August back to Heathrow. Details are on the board, and you must act quickly as the normal flights are all very busy. The cost is £435, however if you want the return journey to be different then the price will go up. We have until 1st March to book. There is a contact name and number   Brother Siva Sivanathan who will also be the National Pilgrimage Travel Coordinator. 
2. Also please remember to register on line at the website, for those who have not managed to do this, today we have set up a laptop in the reception office. Niteshbhai will help you through this as he did last week.. Niteshbhai can you please stand so everyone knows who to come to. Once you have registered Narendrabhai will receive all the details of every applicant in Leicester and will be able to confirm your registration. Today is the deadline.. 
3. Part of the presentation by Sanjay. Sadhana Meeting Dates are: Saturday 13th March, Sunday 4th April, national meeting in London on the 29th May, Saturday 20th June and Sunday 4th July. There is also a spiritual diary that everyone should also have as part of the Sadhana even for those who are not able to make it. There are some copies on the notice board for you to see.
4. Next Sunday we will have Ushaben and the Children from the Sathya Sai School  talking about their experiences at the Sathya Sai School in Comparison to others, Health , Life, Bullying & Confidence, Meditation and Nursery Education. So please make every effort to attend, this will take place just after Bhajan and we aim to have the Bhajan finish a little early and aim to start at 9:45 so please invite anyone who may be interested in learning more about our school.

21 February 2010
 

1. Some good news for those who have not managed to get a flight for the pilgrimage, our UK organisation has managed to charter 2 flights on the 29th July from Heathrow to Bangalore and returning  on the 10th August back to Heathrow. Details are on the board, and you must act quickly as the normal flights are all very busy. The cost is £435, however if you want the return journey to be different then the price will go up. We have until 1st March to book. There is a contact name and number   Brother Siva Sivnathan who will also be the National Pilgrimage Travel Coordinator. 
2. Also please remember to register on line at the website, for those who have not managed to do this, today we have set up a laptop in the reception office. Niteshbhai will help you through this. Niteshbhai can you please stand so everyone knows who to come to. Once you have registered Narendrabhai will receive all the details of every applicant in Leicester and will be able to confirm your registration. Next week is the deadline. 
3. Sadnha Meeting Dates are: Saturday 13th March, Sunday 4th April, national meeting in London on the 29th May, Saturday 20th June and Sunday 4th July. There is also a spiritual diary that everyone should also have as part of the sadhna even for those who are not able to make it. There are some copies on the notice board for you to see.
4. A reminder of the bhajan workshop today please stay in the hall and Shivam will take to the rooms that have been organised.
5. Just outside from the bhajan hall is where the nursery children play at break time. The surface needs attention and so next Saturday there is some resurface work to be done, if you can help from 9:30am to help fill the pot holes then please see any of the service coordinators or leave name at the information desk. This is outdoor activity so please dress appropriately.
6. There is a coordinators meeting on Wednesday 24th Feb from 7:30 to 9:30pm, all committee members are welcome but a must for all coordinators and their assistants.
7. While the pot holes are being filled next Saturday there is a Gayatri Mantra Programme from 9:00am to 3:00pm here. For those of you that have not heard the story: In a group interview, one devotee asked Baba why he does not heal himself of the physical problems that he has placed upon himself? – To this, Sai Baba explained that he will not cure himself because it is selfish. The devotee then asked Sai Baba what we can do to help him? Baba then explained that we should recite the Gayatri Mantra; as the energy will go back to him.The devotees there, that day, chanted the Gayatri Mantra all day long… For the next two days Sai Baba walked!   So, please, let’s all get together in unity and devotion and do the same here, as done in Puttarpathi and show our unconditional love and devotion to Him.
8. Pratibhaben will read the thought of the day from Prashanti. 

14 February 2010

1. As you all know that Bhagawan has invited us to Prashanti Nilayam from 1st – 9th August 2010 to mark the sacred occasion of Bhagawan’s 85th Birthday. Throughout this year, devotees from all 9 Zones of the World will be making this journey, this pilgrimage to Prashanti culminating with the IX World Conference and 85th Birthday in November 2010. Many of you (80) have registered as an expression of interest and in the UK there is a current figure of a 1000+. The UK central council have organised an information portal where all those who expressed interest to now register on line. The details are on the notice board for the URL address. For those who do not have access to the Internet we will be organising some sessions here to do the registration on your behalf. More details next week. The key important date is 27th February. There is a group planning to go together and those that have filled out the form you will receive a call checking to see if you have arranged any flights etc, please see Ramanbhai or Nareshbhai . More to explain on Prashanti accommodation and Sadhana
2. Sadhana Meeting Dates are: Saturday 13th March, Sunday 4th April, national meeting in London on the 29th May, Saturday 20th June and Sunday 4th July. There is also a spiritual diary that everyone should also have as part of the Sadhana even for those who are not able to make it. There are some copies on the notice board for you to see.
3. As announced before we have now received the details of the Haiti relief efforts by our organisation. Dr Goldstein has written the following note: "I am writing this second letter very happily to inform you that our Beloved Bhagavan Baba, in his infinite compassion, has given His Approval for our relief efforts in Haiti.   These efforts include the establishment of the Haiti Relief Committee and the Haiti Relief Fund. The Haiti Relief Committee, as mentioned in my prior email, is based in Dominican Republic.  Leonardo Gutter will be the chairman and all communication regarding all matters having to do with our Haiti relief efforts should go through his office.  He will be responsible to the Prashanti Council and the Sri Sathya Sai World Foundation." There details on the notice board on how to send your contributions please ensure you use the gift aid form. As mentioned last week the base will be set up in  the Dominican Republic, country next door, where there are Sai centres and from there help will be initiated.

4. 'A Collection of Sai Memoirs' exhibition has been postponed to a later date in March. If you would still like to contribute your experience, then there is an extended deadline to February 14th. Thank you all for your participation, we look forward to reading many more.....Please contact Manisha Lad.

5.  There is bhajan practise every Friday from 7:30pm to 9:30pm, Anyone is welcome who wants to either sing or support the bhajan sessions for both Thursday and Sunday. As mentioned last week there will be a 1 to1 training session for bhajan singers on the Sunday 21st February, it is open to not only the current singers but also any one who is keen to make a start or rejoin the bhajan group. This can only be organised if you register and book your session.

6.  Today there are Home Bhajans at 33 Trevino drive Leicester at, Anjaliben Kapadia's house from 6:00pm to 7:00pm.

     7.  The SATHYA SAI INNER SELF AWARENESS PROGRAMME (SSISAP) course will be held here for
          the weekend of 20th & 21st February. CANCELLED

8. Just a reminder of the LOTUSS session today for the those aged 15.5 to 18. Today's topic is continuing communications and relationships we will be looking at how wrong communication May breaks relationships at Work, Home, Friends & on occasions at Sai Centres

Sheetal/Pratisha to say a few words on Buddha Poornima and the Chinese New Year.. also the thought of the day. 

7 February 2010

1. As you all know that Bhagawan has invited us to Prashanti Nilayam from 1st – 9th August 2010 to mark the sacred occasion of Bhagawan’s 85th Birthday. Throughout this year, devotees from all 9 Zones of the World will be making this journey, this pilgrimage to Prashanti culminating with the IX World Conference and 85th Birthday in November 2010. Many of you (80) have registered as an expression of interest and in the UK there is a current figure of a 1000+. The UK central council have organised an information portal where all those who expressed interest to now register on line. The details are on the notice board for the URL address. For those who do not have access to the Internet we will be organising some sessions here to do the registration on your behalf. More details next week. The key important date is 27th February. There is a group planing to go together and those that have filled out the form you will receive a call checking to see if you have arranged any flights etc, more details on this next week, in the mean time please see Anilaben or Narendrabhai.
2. We have now received the details of the Haiti relief efforts by our  organisation. Dr Goldstien has written the following note: "I am writing this second letter very happily to inform you that our Beloved Bhagavan Baba, in his infinite compassion, has given His Approval for our relief efforts in Haiti.   These efforts include the establishment of the Haiti Relief Committee and the Haiti Relief Fund. The Haiti Relief Committee, as mentioned in my prior email, is based in Dominican Republic.  Leonardo Gutter will be the chairman and all communication regarding all matters having to do with our Haiti relief efforts should go through his office.  He will be responsible to the Prasanthi Council and the Sri Sathya Sai World Foundation." There details on the notice board on how to send your contributions please ensure you use the gift aid form. As mentioned last week the base will be set up in  the Dominican Republic, country next door, where there are sai centres and from there help will be initiated.

3.    'A Collection of Sai Memoirs' exhibition has been postponed to a later date in March. If you would still like to contribute your experience, then there is an extended deadline to February 14th. Thank you all for your participation, we look forward to reading many more.....Please contact Manisha Lad.

4.    There is bhajan practise every Friday from 7:30pm to 9:30pm, Anyone is welcome who wants to either sing or support the bhajan sessions for both Thursday and Sunday. As mentioned last week there will be a 1 to1 training session for bhajan singers on the Sunday 21st February, it is open to not only the current singers but also any one who is keen to make a start or rejoin the bhajan group. This can only ne organised if you register and book your session. Shivam to go through the presentation. 

5.    Mahashivratri will be celebrated on the Friday 12th of February, that's this friday time from 7:45pm to midnight at the Ram Mandir Hall on Hilyard Street. The programe will start with Bhajans followed by Lingam Puja and then abhishekam for everybody to join in and then finish with Bhajans. 

6.    Rudra Ekdhashini Homam being conducted next Saturday on the 13^th February 2010, in London. The coach has been organised and there will be 2 collection points one from Soar Valley (5:45am) and the other from here at 6:00am. The cost for the transport will be £12, please ensue you see Bhavesh at the information desk to ensure your seat.

7.    The SATHYA SAI INNER SELF AWARENESS PROGRAMME (SSISAP) course will be held here for the weekend of 20th & 21st February.

8.    Just a reminder of the LOTUSS session today for the those aged 15.5 to 18. Todays topic is communications and relationships we will be looking at how wrong communication May breaks relationships at Work, Home, Friends & on occasions at Sai Centres

9.    Thought of the day by Pratibhaben and some Gujarati translation

31 January 2010

1. Mukundbhai to say a little on the ANC that was held yesterday,.. revitalising the energy and the start of the decade.. 85th Year has a great significance.
2. As you all know that Bhagawan has invited us to Prashanti Nilayam from 1st – 9th August 2010 to mark the sacred occasion of Bhagawan’s 85th Birthday. Throughout this year, devotees from all 9 Zones of the World will be making this journey, this pilgrimage to Prashanti culminating with the IX World Conference and 85th Birthday in November 2010. Many of you (80) have registered as an expression of interest and in the UK there is a current figure of a 1000+. The UK central council have organised an information portal where all those who expressed interest to now register on line. The details are on the notice board for the URL address. For those who do not have access to the Internet we will be organising some sessions here to do the registration on your behalf. More details next week. The key important date is 27th February.
3. We have now received the details of the Haiti relief efforts by our  organisation. Dr Goldstien has written the following note: "I am writing this second letter very happily to inform you that our Beloved Bhagavan Baba, in his infinite compassion, has given His Approval for our relief efforts in Haiti.   These efforts include the establishment of the Haiti Relief Committee and the Haiti Relief Fund. The Haiti Relief Committee, as mentioned in my prior email, is based in Dominican Republic.  Leonardo Gutter will be the chairman and all communication regarding all matters having to do with our Haiti relief efforts should go through his office.  He will be responsible to the Prasanthi Council and the Sri Sathya Sai World Foundation." There details on the notice board on how to send your contributions please ensure you use the gift aid form. As mentioned last week the base will be set up in  the Dominican Republic, country next door, where there are sai centres and from there help will be initiated.

4.  There is bhajan practise every Friday from 7:30pm to 9:30pm, Anyone is welcome who wants to either sing or support the bhajan sessions for both Thursday and Sunday. As mentioned last week there will be a 1 to1 training session for bhajan singers on the Sunday 21st February, it is open to not only the current singers but also any one who is keen to make a start or rejoin the bhajan group. This can only ne organised if you register and book your session with Shivam and team

5.  Mahashivratri will be celebrated on the Friday 12th of February, that's in 2 weeks time from 7:45pm to midnight at the Ram Mandir Hall on Hilyard Street. Programme details to follow next week.

6.  Also don't forget to put your name down if you want to atend the Rudra Ekdhashini Homam being conducted on the 13^th February 2010, in London. A coach is being organised and details will follow next week.

7.  The SATHYA SAI INNER SELF AWARENESS PROGRAMME (SSISAP) course will be held here for the weekend of 20th & 21st February. Mukundbhai to say more..

8.Thought of the day by Pratibhaben and some Gujarati translation

24 January 2010

1. We have now received the details of the Haiti relief efforts by our  organisation. Dr Goldstein has written the following note:

"I am writing this second letter very happily to inform you that our Beloved Bhagavan Baba, in his infinite compassion, has given His Approval for our relief efforts in Haiti.   These efforts include the establishment of the Haiti Relief Committee and the Haiti Relief Fund.

The Haiti Relief Committee, as mentioned in my prior email, is based in Dominican Republic.  Leonardo Gutter will be the chairman and all communication regarding all matters having to do with our Haiti relief efforts should go through his office.  He will be responsible to the Prasanthi Council and the Sri Sathya Sai World Foundation." There details on the notice board on how to send your contributions please ensure you use the gift aid form. As mentioned last week the base will be set up in  the Dominican Republic, country next door, where there are sai centres and from there help will be initiated.

2. The organisation have now finalised the dates for the Malawi medical camp for 2010. This camp is planned to take place (subject to change by the host) in the Mulanje District Hospital from 24 to 30 April 2010. The camp will be supported by general volunteers from Malawi, but the host has requested for a medical  specialities from the Sri Sathya Sai Service Organisation UK: If you are a specialist and would like to help then please contact Narendrabhai or see the board for more information. For your information, the team would depart UK via the night flight on Friday 23 April 2010.

3.       SSE registration for new entrants will be open till next week if there are any more children that you are aware of who may benefit from this unique programme then please make them and the parents aware.

4.       LOTUSS sessions have started today with the topic of " Delivering presentations with Spiritual empowerment."

5.       There is bhajan practise every Friday from 7:30pm to 9:30pm, Anyone is welcome who wants to either sing or support the bhajan sessions for both Thursday and Sunday. Shivam is just going to tell us a little more about our bhajan practise and the training programme.

6.       Next week Mukundbhai is going to tell us more about the SATHYA SAI INNER SELF AWARENESS PROGRAMME (SSISAP) course in region 4 for the weekend of 20th & 21st February

7. There is a Rudra Ekdhashini Homam being conducted on the 13^th February 2010, the night after Maha Shivratri, in London - Kiranbhai to elaborate..
8.  
9. Thought of the day by Pratibhaben and some Gujarati translation

17 January 2010

1. A thought for all those affected by the earthquake in Haiti. Our  organisation is looking at setting up a base in the Dominican Republic, country next door, where there are sai centres and from there help will be initiated. Dr Goldstien is currently finalising details of how this help will be provided. We hope to bring you news as soon as we can.Some physicians in South America, Central America, and USA have already been contacted

2.      The organisation have now finalised the dates for the Malawi medical camp for 2010. This camp is planned to take place (subject to change by the host) in the Mulanje District Hospital from 24 to 30 April 2010. The camp will be supported by general volunteers from Malawi, but the host has requested for a medical  specialities from the Sri Sathya Sai Service Organisation UK: If you are a specialist and would like to help then please contact Narendrabhai or see the board for more information. For your information, the team would depart UK via the night flight on Friday 23 April 2010.

3.       This morning the ladies wing have a study circle from 10:30 to 12:00pm with the topic "The power of positive thoughts"

4. There is bhajan practice every Friday from 7:30pm to 9:00pm, Anyone is welcome who wants to either sing or support the bhajan sessions for both Thursday and Sunday.
5. Yesterday there was an excellent Youth Satsung in Lutterworth, and here tell us more about this is........
6. Navinbhai to tell us about the Student Gathering on New Years day....
7. Thought of the day to conclude with Navinbhai's talk...

10 January 2010

1. Last week we had a special request to help tidy the building and so many of you helped. Thank you so much for helping we really appreciated it.
2. On Friday this week on the 15th there will be a service meeting for all volunteers from 7:30pm to 9:00pm. All those interested in taking ab active role please do come along. Even if you can spare a short amount of time through out the year there are some wonderful opportunities to aspire to what swami is asking from us by taking part and being involved.
3. This National Youth Satsang, themed ‘How to make all work God's work’ to be held next  Saturday 16^th January, 2010 at Lutterworth Community College in Leicestershire from 11:00-17:30 (please see poster on the notice board).  All youth aged 16-35 are most welcome to attend.

The purpose of the forthcoming Satsang is to explore the ways in which we can practice ‘Work is Worship’ and ‘All work is God’s work,’ in our day to day lives. Furthermore, we will be using Sai Baba’s direct guidance on understanding the laws of Karma; and how to reduce the consequences of bad karmic action.

Making this event extra special, we are blessed to have amidst us as guest speaker, His Holiness Swamiji Dayathmananda, the President of the Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre, UK ! Adults from Region 4 are welcome to attend this event from 3.30pm onwards. To tell more about this can I please invite ........................

4. A special Project is underway by the Youth on the phase 2 of this building and it involves the journey that you have all had with Swami, so let see how we can get involved. Manisha please come and tell all about this project.
5. Some of you managed to get to Prashanti this Christmas so let here a little bit about this, can I invite Sanjay to share a few thoughts.
6. Thought of the day incorporated in to the previous talk

3 January 2010

1. This Year is the 85th Year, with the 9th World Conference and in line with all the celebrations Swami has asked all the countries to come to Prashanti Niliyam, The slot for the UK is 1st August to 9th August. There are no limits to the numbers but you have to register your interest asap. There are forms to be filled out and more details will be given over the next few weeks.
2. This National Youth Satsang, themed ‘How to make all work God's work’ to be held on Saturday 16^th January, 2010 at Lutterworth Community College in Leicestershire from 11:00-17:30 (please see poster on the notice board).  All youth aged 16-35 are most welcome to attend.

The purpose of the forthcoming Satsang is to explore the ways in which we can practice ‘Work is Worship’ and ‘All work is God’s work,’ in our day to day lives. Furthermore, we will be using Sai Baba’s direct guidance on understanding the laws of Karma; and how to reduce the consequences of bad karmic action.

Making this event extra special, we are blessed to have amidst us as guest speaker, His Holiness Swamiji Dayathmananda, the President of the Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre, UK! Adults from Region 4 are welcome to attend this event from 3.30pm onwards.

3. SSE class will be starting next Sunday 10th January and will also be open to new registrations so if you know of children who have been waiting to join then please in form them and/or parents..
4. A special request for some help that is needed today here. There has been some work that has gone on during this week and we need some help in clearing up in readiness for school start this week,  if you can just help for an hour or straight after this then please can we meet in the canteen and Vindobhai will guide us to what needs to be done.
5.  
6. Gujarati Translation and Thought of the day Pratibhaben

27 December 2009

1. The National Annual Conference for 2010 will be held here on the 30th January, the theme, "Living the Sai Ideal, I am GOD and you are also GOD. There are only 300 places and it will be on a first come basis for details see the information board, or leave your contact details at the information desk.
2. Next Year is the 85th Year, with the 9th World Conference and in line with all the celebrations Swami has asked all the countries to come to Prashanti Niliyam, The slot for the UK is 1st August to 9th August. There are no limits to the numbers but you have to register your interest asap. There are forms to be filled out and more details will be given over the next few weeks.
3. As you all know many people have worked very hard over the summer to get our Sai Building in shape for the school and for the organisation activities including the Leicester centres. We are now looking at the next phase of work which will begin on the 28th December (Monday) till 3rd January. This building will be open for this second phase of work from 9:00am to 6:00pm except New Year Day. If you are able to help then please see the information desk and provide your details and the times that you may be able to help. Don't worry if you can only help for a day or even half a day, what ever you can do will be very much appreciated.
4. Also the service rota for the next 6 months into 2010 are now at the information desk so can I ask all the volunteers to ensure they pick this up, thank you.
5. This Thursday on New Years Eve there will be an extended programme of Bhajans till midnight here in the Sai Building, including a 108 Gayatri Mantra for world peace. If you are going to be attending this celebration then please can you let the information desk know how many from your family will attend.
6. Also on the same day there are New Celebration in Nottingham at the Hindu Temple , 215 Carlton Road. The details are on the notice board.
7. With Christmas and New Year the next SSE class will be on the 10th January.
8. Thought of the day Pratibhaben

20 December 2009

1. The National Annual Conference for 2010 will be held here on the 30th January, the theme, "Living the Sai Ideal, I am GOD and you are also GOD. There are only 300 places and it will be on a first come basis for details see the information board, or leave your contact details at the information desk.
2. Next Year is the 85th Year, with the 9th World Conference and in line with all the celebrations Swami has asked all the countries to come to Prashanti Niliyam, The slot for the UK is 1st August to 9th August. There are no limits to the numbers but you have to register your interest asap. There are forms to be filled out and more details will be given over the next few weeks.
3. As you all know many people have worked very hard over the summer to get our Sai Building in shape for the school and for the organisation activities including the Leicester centres. We are now looking at the next phase of work which will begin on the 28th December (Monday) till 3rd January. This building will be open for this second phase of work from 9:00am to 6:00pm except New Year Day. If you are able to help then please see the information desk and provide your details and the times that you may be able to help. Don't worry if you can only help for a day or even half a day, what ever you can do will be very much appreciated.
4. Also the service rota for the next 6 months into 2010 are now at the information desk so can I ask all the volunteers to ensure they pick this up, thank you.
5. If you have bought items for the Christmas Party for the Dawn Centre then please hand them to the information desk or see Darshan or Pratisha.
6. On Thursday it's Christmas eve we will be holding our normal bhajans here but with a spirit of Christmas cheer, SSE will be doing a presentation and may be Santa will be here... Be seated for 7:45.
7. The Following Thursday on New Years Eve there will be an extended programme till midnight here in the Sai Building, including a 108 Gayatri Mantra for world peace. If you are going to be attending this celebration then please can you let the information desk know how many from your family will attend.
8. Also on the same day there are New Celebration in Nottingham at the Hindu Temple , 215 Carlton Road. The details are on the notice board.
9. With Christmas and New Year the next SSE class will be on the 10th January.
10. Thought of the day incorporated into the programme.

13 December 2009

1. Today from 10.30am to 12.30pm, all parents are warmly invited to attend the SSE Annual Exam Presentation where our SSE children will receive individual achievement certificates, prizes will be given for exam results, there’ll be presentations and lots more (including food!). For parents with very young children, a crèche facility will  be available. Please do come along.
2. The National Annual Conference for 2010 will be held here on the 30th January, the theme, "Living the Sai Ideal, I am GOD and you are also GOD. There are only 300 places and it will be on a first come basis for details see the information board, or leave your contact details at the information desk.
3. Next Year is the 85th Year, with the 9th World Conference and in line with all the celebrations Swami has asked all the countries to come to Prashanti Nilayam, The slot for the UK is 1st August to 9th August. There are no limits to the numbers but you have to register your interest asap. There are forms to be filled out and more details will be given over the next few weeks.
4. The youth will be holding a Christmas Party at the Dawn Centre and as per previous years  they will be putting together some gift packs. If you would like to help then there are items that you can provide again with the ceiling on desire programme. We need - hat, scarf and gloves with a small chocolate bar wrapped up. The hat, scarf and gloves need to be suit either a brother or sister, so neutral colours are best, black, blue, red, cream etc and nothing that stands out a designer- just good quality would be sufficient. Next week will the only week available to bring these items as the party is on the 23rd Dec. For more information please see Darshan, Raj, Pratisha or Lianne.
5. Shirdi Sai Satcharitra reading will take place on the 18th and 19th of this month which is a Friday and Saturday.  On Friday, the palki procession will take place at 6:30 pm followed by Bhajans and Baba's shej arti as performed in Shirdi. On Saturday, Baba will be offered Kakad arti at 5:30 in the morning, madhyan arti at 12 pm and dhoop arti at around 6 pm.  This will be followed by mahaprasadam.  The reading will be completed in one day.  Everybody is welcome to this sacred event with love. For catering purposes, please let the information desk know if you think you will be attending.
6. We missed the Prashanti update last month due to all the activities but here to give an update of the last month at Prashanti, can I please invite Lianne and Aarti.
7. .
8. , Thought of the day Pratibaben

6 December 2009

1. Today the LOTUSS classes resume so all the young adults from 15.5 to 18 are welcome, today the topic will be on Presentation Skills delivered by a Quality Director who works for Barclays Bank and has a wealth of experience in presenting. So don't miss out.
2. Next Sunday from 10.30am to 12.30pm, all parents are warmly invited to attend the SSE Annual Exam Presentation where our SSE children will receive individual achievement certificates, prizes will be given for exam results, there’ll be presentations and lots more (including food!). For parents with very young children, a crèche facility will also be available. Please do come along.
3. The National Annual Conference for 2010 will be held here on the 30th January, the theme, "Living the Sai Ideal, I am GOD and you are also GOD. There are only 300 places and it will be on a first come basis for details see the information board, or leave your contact details at the information desk.
4. Next Year is the 85th Year, with the 9th World Conference and in line with all the celebrations Swami has asked all the countries to come to Prashanti Niliyam, The slot for the UK is 1st August to 9th August. There are no limits to the numbers but you have to register your interest asap. There are forms to be filled out and more details will be given over the next few weeks.

29 November 2009

1. SSE Exam presentation and Achievement Assembly  for All parents and children on the 13 Dec after Bhajans.
2. There is a LOTUSS & PARENTS STUDY CIRCLE refresher/Training session on 6th Dec next week.
3. Talk on Eid 
4. Thought of the Day from Prashanti by Pratibhaben. 

15 November 2009

1. Tomorrow is Monday 16th Nov and we will be here packing all the parcels for Refugee Relief from 7:30pm. If you can come along tomorrow it will be great. Our ceiling on desire programme has filled the side of the room as you come in. Tomorrow we will be packing not only the food items but also love for every pack so come along and join in.
2. Ladies day is 19th Nov and it happens to be a Thursday and the ladies have put together a programme including Rudhram chanting, presentations as well as the normal Bhajans. Please be seated by 7:30pm and all are welcome.
3. For those who remember Tree Planting that we have done here in Leicester, there is an opportunity for those who want to do Tree Planting next weekend as a service activity for Swami's Birthday. The Coventry Sai Centre have organised this at Coombe Country Park on Saturday and Sunday please see Vinodbhai B Patel or come to the information desk.
4. Next week we will be at Prajapati Hall celebrating our Lord's 84th Birthday. There will be a lot of activity as the love for swami pours out as we prepare for the day including today, we will be holding our rehearsal here for most of the day. If you want to help then please see the service coordinators, Kusumben and Vinodbhai B Patel. The programme next week will start with the procession at 11:00am sharp and it would be great if you can all join in for that. We know it will get very busy so please arrive early and where possible try and share a lift as car parking will be busy and many people will come for this one great event of the year.
5. SO next Sunday (22nd Nov) we will not be here on as everyone will be at Prajapati Hall, but on the Monday 23rd Nov we will be holding Bhajans here from 7:30pm on the actual day as per norm.
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7. Thought of the Day from Prashanti by Pratibhaben. 

08 November 2009 - Akhand Bhajans

1. Akhand Bhajans at Ram Mandir - This is a unique event that occurs globally for 24 hours and we have kept this in line with same time that Prashanti Starts and finishes from 6:00pm to 6:00pm. The whole world is singing the glory of God for global peace and harmony. In case you are not aware we have regular bhajans for an hour every Thursday from 7:45pm and Sundays from 8:50am at the Leicester Building on Bede Road near the junction of Upperton Road and Narborough Road where the Sathya Sai School is situated.For details see the information desk.
2. Our Next big event is Bhagwan's 84th Birthday Celebrations at the Prajapati Hall on Ulverscroft Road on the 22nd of November. You are all invited, the programme will start with a procession at 11:00am sharp, the door will be open from 10:30 so please do join us with this unique celebration in the history of the world where the Avatar of the Kali Yuga is walking amongst us. We look forward to welcoming you all.

1 November 2009
 

1. We have our Global Akhand Bhajans next weekend at Ram Mandir on Hilyard Road. This will start at 12:30pm on Saturday right through to Sunday at 12:30pm. Can you all please ensure you are seated by 12:15pm.
2. This means that next Sunday we will all be at the Ram Mandir and not here.
3. Akhand Bhajan is an opportunity for anyone to sing bhajan from here, so out side in the corridor there are A3 sheets with the time slots as per normal. If are going to sing then please put your name down with your contact details and a key for the harmonium if you  know. There will be only one more opportunity to put the names down after today and that will be after the Thursday bhajans here in the evening from 7:45pm.
4. As well as the singing we also need volunteers for hall duty, cooking, serving and many other tasks, including setting up the hall on Friday evening (6th). So please give your name if can help even for a few hours that would be great.
5. Our next big event for this Month is Celebrating Swami's Birthday at Prajapati Hall on the 22nd Nov. We now have teams who are planning and putting together various details on the tasks that have been identified. Again we need volunteers to help in all areas so again please see the service coordinators who give you more information.

25 October 2009

1. On Thursday (29th Oct) here in this building at 7:30pm we have a couple of guest speakers, Mr Baldev Singh and Mr Surindar Singh who will talk to us about the teachings of Guru Nanakji. Please be seated by 7:30pm.
2. Also on Saturday (31st Oct) there will a Satsung with a Buddhist Monk, Mr Venu Amito who will talk about Buddhism and Meditation. This will be here again from 7:30 to 9:30pm.
3. There is a committee meeting this Wednesday from 7:30pm to 9:30pm here in this building.
4. Just a reminder on the Ceiling of Desire programme for the food parcels to Croatia. We will be collecting the item here at LB and we will packing them here together. All the details are on the slip at the information desk.
5. There has been a change to the dates for the Global Akhand Bhajans from the 14/15 to 7/8th Nov and also the venue will now be at Ram Mandir. This was a sudden change in dates from Prashanti and many of you have seen the change on the website.
6. Don't forget the B'day Planning Group meeting in the Canteen straight after this.
7. Birthday Cake demo on Tuesday 27 October at 7:30 at Jasumatiben’s home.
8. Also Lotus session today with the topic of "Good Company"
9. A few of our Youth had the fortunate opportunity to do Gram Seva and to tell us more about the trip and experience can I please ask Shivam to come forward.

18 October 2009

1. Hope you all have had a joyful Diwali and a Happy New Year to all of you from the committee.
2. Just a reminder on the Ceiling of Desire programme for the food parcels to Croatia. We will be collecting the item here at LB and we will packing them here together. All the details are on the slip at the information desk.
3. The Akanda Bhajans will be here in the LB on the 14/15 of Nov more details will follow during the next few weeks.
4. We have started the planning for the Birthday celebrations with the meeting last week with great enthusiasm and the teams will be in touch with all of you who want to help in some way or another. The planning group will meet again next Sunday after Bhajans.
5. On the 29th October here at LB there will be a guest Speaker Mr Baldev Singh on the teaching of Guru Nanak and also on the 31st October Venu Amito, a Buddhist monk talking on Bhudhism. More details will be announced next week
6. Avantikaben on significance of Diwali
7. Vibuti Mantra and Brama Parnam.......

11 October 2009
 

1. Meals On Wheel. How many are aware of what we do here? Everyone in this room has some form of cooked food at weekends, what a service you could provide if you could cooked extra for a couple or more people. We need some volunteers to help here, we have a rota system that  gives an opportunity to cook and/or deliver at least once a month. The essence of the service is not only the lovely home cooked food but the chance to have a few minutes of conversation with those that we serve. Some of them lead a very lonely life and not many people would visit them especially at weekends. If you are able to help with delivery of food or cooking then please contact Jagdishbhai at the information desk. 
2. While we are on the theme of service we are now approaching the time when we are starting to organise the food parcels. We ask that you make some ceilings on your desires and with money saved we can buy the items to send to Croatia. We will be giving more details over the coming weeks but your ceiling on the desires can start today. Last year the SSE did extremely well and it would be great if we can follow their example and give up something (Sacrifice), one of the nine point code of conduct. If you want to know more details please ask Vinodbhai or Kusumben.
3. Rudram Practice next Saturday from 9:00am to 11:00am here in this building.
4. The birthday celebration programme planning team will  meet in the canteen so if you want to be part of that then please join us.  
5. We will be celebrating Diwali next Sunday on the 18th Oct throughout  the morning , part of the celebration will be ankut that we normally do. Please put your name down if you want to help with the preparation of a dish there are lots of varieties to choose from. Please see Kusumben for all the details. If you are going to prepare the food can you please ensure you arrive by 8:30am so we can place the dishes safely at the front.
6. LOTUSS session is on again this week and last week the  team had an outing at Glastonbury which I heard they enjoyed very much. To tell us some insight into what they did can I invite Arunbhai to introduce the young youth that attended

4 October 2009

1. There is a service meeting straight after the announcements for all those service volunteers, also if you would like to know more about service activities then please come along.
2. Meals On Wheel. How many are aware of what we do here? Everyone in this room has some form of cooked food at weekends, what a service you could provide if you could cooked extra for a couple or more people. We need some volunteers to help here, we have a rota system that  gives an opportunity to cook and/or deliver at least once a month. The essence of the service is not only the lovely home cooked food but the chance to have a few minutes of conversation with those that we serve. Some of them lead a very lonely life and not many people would visit them especially at weekends. If you are able to help with delivery of food or cooking then please contact Jagdishbhai at the information desk. 
3. While we are on the theme of service we are now approaching the time when we are starting to organise the food parcels. We ask that you make some ceilings on your desires and with money saved we can buy the items to send to Croatia. We will be giving more details over the coming weeks but your ceiling on the desires can start today. Last year the SSE did extremely well and it would be great if we can follow their example and give up something (Sacrifice), one of the nine point code of conduct. If you want to know more details please ask Vinodbhai or Kusumben.
4. The birthday celebration programme planning team will be meeting next week, if you are interested in being part of that team then please see Sanjaybhai or Narendrabhai.  
5. We will be celebrating Diwali this year on the 18th Oct Sunday morning , part of the celebration will be ankut that we normally do. The details are being worked through but please see Kusumben or Kantaben if you want to take part.
6. We now have for the first time on Sunday an update on what's been happening at Parshanti Nilyam with a key focus on Swami and the activities that have happened in the last month.Hope you all find it useful. Geetikaben will take us through this. 

27 September 2009

1. As mentioned last week we now have a rota put together to help keep our home clean as much as possible. Currently we are looking at Monday and Friday evenings from 6:00pm to 8:00pm as well as some tidy up on Sunday mornings after bhajans. Can you please give your names and details at the information desk or see Kusumben or Vindobhai if you can help.
2. Just so you are aware and I know most are that we have bhajans on Thursday evening here from 7:45pm, so if you can make it then please do so.
3. SSE classes have started now and we would like the children to go to their class room directly after the vibhuti mantra, those who are not sure please stay in here or see Anilaben at the registration desk.  The Registration will process will continue till the end of this month for any new starter so please encourage any children that you may be aware of.  Also a reminder, please do not wander around the building and stay in the area that we have been allocated for our activities. Also please ensure you do not leave anything behind such that it is all clear.
4. BISSE "Living with Values" On Saturday 3^rd October from 10am to 4pm, the British Institute of Sathya Sai Education (BISSE) are hosting a National SSEHV (Sathya Sai Education in Human Values) day, with the theme “Living the Values”. The day will include talks by the Headmaster of Abbey Primary school on how his school has incorporated SSEHV into its lessons, and a musical performance by the children who have benefited from SSEHV.
5. Rudram Practice next Saturday here from 9:00am to 11:00am.
6. It has been mentioned before but worth reminding again that please do not fall  prey to those who collect funds in the name of Sai. Swami will never ask to raise funds for him. There has been an email requesting funds for Swami for various items such as a bed etc.. Some vulnerable people have also been enticed into paying money to these individuals so that their karma can be settled. All This is completely false. Please avoid these emails/individuals and let any of the committee members know should you hear about this.
7. There is a committee meeting on Wednesday 30th from 7:30pm to 9:30pm here in this building.
8.  Thought of the day "Navratri" by Avantikaben.

20 September 2009

1. As mentioned last week we now have a rota put together to help keep our home clean as much as possible. Currently we are looking at Monday and Friday evenings from 6:00pm to 8:00pm as well as some tidy up on Sunday mornings after bhajans. Can you please give your names and details at the information desk or see Kusumben or Vindobhai if you can help.
2. Just so you are aware and I know most are that we have bhajans on Thursday evening here from 7:45pm, so if you can make it then please do so.
3. SSE classes have started now and we would like the children to go to their class room directly after the vibhuti mantra, those who are not sure please stay in here or see Anilaben at the registration desk.  The Registration will process will continue till the end of this month for any new starter so please encourage any children that you may be aware of.  Also a reminder, please do not wander around the building and stay in the area that we have been allocated for our activities.. Also please ensure you do not leave anything behind such that it is all clear.
4. BISSE "Living with Values" On Saturday 3^rd October from 10am to 4pm, the British Institute of Sathya Sai Education (BISSE) are hosting a National SSEHV (Sathya Sai Education in Human Values) day, with the theme “Living the Values”. The day will include talks by the Headmaster of Abbey Primary school on how his school has incorporated SSEHV into its lessons, and a musical performance by the children who have benefited from SSEHV.
5. LOTUSS Session today at 10:30 continues on the theme of communications upstairs in the main hall. For details please see Arunbhai.
6. It has been mentioned before but worth reminding again that please do not fall  prey to those who collect funds in the name of Sai. Swami will never ask to raise funds for him. There has been an email requesting funds for Swami for various items such as a bed etc.. Some vulnerable people have also been enticed into paying money to these individuals so that their karma can be settled.All This is completely false. Please avoid these emails/individuals and let any of the committee members know should you hear about this.

13 September 2009

1. Hopefully you have all received the two news letters, Love and Light and the Trust. They will be on the website as well as all of the announcements as per norm. Now the Sathya Sai School is settling in as well our activities on Thursday and Sunday we are looking for volunteers to help and clean this building on a regular basis including weekends. The service coordinators will be arranging a rota for this. So please if you have some time then put your name down.
2. Just so you are aware and I know most are that we have bhajans on Thursday evening here from 7:45pm, so if you can make it then please do so.
3. SSE classes have started now and we would like the children to go to their class room directly after the vibhuti mantra, those who are not sure please stay in here or see Anilaben at the registration desk. Also a reminder, please do not wander around the building and stay in the area that we have been allocated for our activities. Also please ensure you do not leave anything behind such that it is all clear.
4. BISSE "Living with Values" On Saturday 3^rd October from 10am to 4pm, the British Institute of Sathya Sai Education (BISSE) are hosting a National SSEHV (Sathya Sai Education in Human Values) day, with the theme “Living the Values”. The day will include talks by the Headmaster of Abbey Primary school on how his school has incorporated SSEHV into its lessons, and a musical performance by the children who have benefited from SSEHV.
5. LOTUSS Sessions starts today at 10:30 and Aruubhai will give more details later.
6. The National Youth Satsung took place yesterday on the theme of "Power of Discrimination- Its Practice in Daily Life, Bijal will give a summary of the outcome. Bijal.
7. Arunbhai is going to give an overview of what we are doing in LOTUSS and end with the thought of the Day. Please ensure you leave very quietly as the SSE classes will be starting.

6 September 2009

1. The Sathya Sai School has now started back last Thursday and everyone was overjoyed with this wonderful building that has been prepared for them with all the love that you have shown. Thank you again. The UK trust has now produced a newsletter which I will send out later to today who are on the love and light list. This newsletter is Monthly andwill continue till December providing details of the what is going on with the next phase of activities.
2. Today SSE classes start so please ensure all the children arrive in good time and we have been allocated a number of classrooms for our activities. So please respect the Building. Please do not wander around the building and stay in the area that we have been allocated for our activities. Also please ensure you do not leave anything behind such that it is all clear.
3. LOTUSS starts Next Week "Naginbhai will be coming to talk about  Yoga and its relationship with inner communication to this age group. Starts next Sunday from 10:30am to 12:30pm.. See additional note.
4. Car Parking at the LB. Please ensure you park properly within the space outlined. Also at the top of the car park is the area where we would congregate in the event of a fire. Please spare a thought when parking on the street and if possible come together with others.
5. Service with a smile, Region 4 held the successful session yesterday covering Management, Spirituality in Service and Food Health and Hygiene. As you can see some of the wonderful decoration that done yesterday
6. A spiritual seminar, titled 'How do we live our changeless reality in an ever-changing world?' will be conducted by Phyllis Krystal on Thursday 17th, Friday 18th and Saturday 19th September 2009, (10am to 4.30pm daily) at Sai Mandir in Wimbledon, London
7. National Teacher day 20th September in Maidenhead including a key note from Phylis Krystal. See Anilaben for details.
8. The next National Youth Satsung will be on the 12th of September with a theme of "  Power of Discrimination - Its Practise in Daily Life’. The programme starts in the morning for the youth at 11:00am but is open to adults from 3:15pm Finishing at 5:00pm. @ Winstanley School.
9. A busy set of Months coming ahead so be prepared to roll up the sleeve's... B'day Celebrations teams will be asking for help in preparing the one event that is unique to this era....watch this space

30 August 2009

1. Thanks again for the all the hard work on this building. There is more work to be done but this will now be planned on specific weekends. The schools go back this week and so the building will not be open for work during the week.
2. Respecting the Building. Please do not wander around the building and stay in the area that we have been allocated for our activities. Also please ensure you do not leave anything behind such that it is all clear
3. Car Parking at the LB. Please ensure you park properly within the space outlined. Also at the top of the car park is the area where we would congregate in the event of a fire.Please spare a thought when parking on the street and if possible come together with others.
4. Service with a smile: Region 4 will be holding a day here in Leicester on the 5th September (next Saturday from 10:00am to 5:00pm) for workshops, training and other activities to help anyone interested in become a service volunteer. Please see any of our service coordinators. Guest speaker for the day will be Ishverbhai.
5. A spiritual seminar, titled 'How do we live our changeless reality in an ever-changing world?' will be conducted by Phyllis Krystal on Thursday 17th, Friday 18th and Saturday 19th September 2009, (10am to 4.30pm daily) at Sai Mandir in Wimbledon, London.
6. National Teacher day 20th September in Maidenhead including a key note from Phylis Krystal. See Anilaben for details.
7. Skill, PA Photography, Video etc.. if you would like to help and be trained in this please see Amit and Darshan
8. The next National Youth Satsung will be on the 12th of September with a theme of "  Power of Discrimination - Its Practise in Daily Life’. The programme starts in the morning for the youth at 11:00am but is open to adults from 3:15pm Finishing at 5:00pm.

23 August 2009

1. Thanks again for the all the hard work on this building.
2. Car Parking at the LB. Please ensure you park properly within the space outlined. Also at the top of the car park is the area where we would congregate in the event of a fire. Please spare a thought when parking on the street and if possible come together with others.
3. There is a committee meeting here in this building from 7:30pm to 9:30pm on Wednesday 26th Aug. That's this Wednesday.
4. Service with a smile: Region 4 will be holding a day here in Leicester on the 5th September for workshops, training and other activities to help anyone interested in become a service volunteer. Please see any of our service coordinators.
5. National Teacher day 20th September in Maidenhead including a key note from Phylis Krystal. See Anilaben for details.
6. A word of Caution from Dr Goldstein: "It has come to our attention that emails are being sent to Sai Centres everywhere with false and malicious information accompanied by illegal appeals for donations.   The emails state that there is terrorism taking place in Puttaparthi and that people should send money to them to protect the ashram from this terrorism.  There is no terrorism taking place.   There is no basis for their appeals for money.   Please disregard these spurious emails.
7. Guru's refreshers training from 10:30 this morning till 2:30pm. Please see Anilaben.
8. Skill, PA Photography, Video etc.. if you would like to help and be trained in this please see Amit and Pravinbhai
9. After this session there is study circle reflecting on the trip for the youth.
10. Also a short meeting for Krishna Janmastmi feedback for those who can straight after this session.
11. The next National Youth Satsung will be on the 12th of September with a theme of "  Power of Discrimination - Its Practise in Daily Life’. The programme starts in the morning for the youth but is open to adults from 3:15pm.  Pratisha and Team are going to tell us a little more about the programme.

16 August 2009

1. Amazing on what you have achieved in getting this far with the great start on Janmastmi at our new home. A sincere thanks to all those who have spent many nights and days to get this journey started here. We want to make Swami feel proud of us that we are fit for the organisation that he has been given to us for our transformation. Last week we helped in moving the Sathya Sai School from Belper street to this building and they will start organising the class room over the next few weeks. The first phase of this unique project has completed much more earlier than planned with Swami's grace and we begin to look at the next steps which will be focused now on improvements. We will need more help as announced at the Janmastmi programme and we will look at the specific skills required for the task. But again our gratitude to all of you. Thank you.
2. Reminder: Phylis Krystal seminar 17th 18th 19th September. See notice board.
3. Reminder on SSLTP The minimum age for applicants on this course is 21 years of age.  The enrolment needs to be completed by September. Please see the board for details or speak to any Committee Member.
4. Sri Lanka Project: Many have asked about what can be done here, so the UK Trust has now put a process in place to support medical and humanitarian work in Sri Lanka. Please see a committee member or email Narendrabhai for details.
5. Service with a smile: Region 4 will be holding a day here in Leicester on the 5th September for workshops, training and other activities to help anyone interested in become a service volunteer. Please see any of our service coordinators.
6. National Teacher day 20th September in Maidenhead including a key note from Phylis Krystal. See Anilaben for details.
7. A word of Caution from Dr Goldstein: "It has come to our attention that emails are being sent to Sai Centres everywhere with false and malicious information accompanied by illegal appeals for donations.   The emails state that there is terrorism taking place in Puttaparthi and that people should send money to them to protect the ashram from this terrorism.  There is no terrorism taking place.   There is no basis for their appeals for money.   Please disregard these spurious emails.
8. The next National Youth Satsung will be on the 12th of September with a theme of "  Power of Discrimination - Its Practice in Daily Life’. Details of programme will be announced in due course.
9. The youth have spent that last 2 weeks with Swami on their Sadhna camp and few of them are going to tell what they got up to and what it meant for them.

9 August 2009

1. There is a feedback session this morning after bhajans for the Global Service Day which was held a few weeks back at Rutland waters – your views are very important so please do come and share your feedback with us.
2. We still need volunteers to come to our new home - The Leicester Building to help prepare it for our activities and also for the Sathya Sai School.  The building is open during the week between 5:00pm to 9:00pm and from 9am at the weekend. There is still a lot of work to be done so please give your names to the service coordinators or just talk to them for details.
3. Many people are taking time off and travelling from distant places to come and help at the building and we also need help with providing accommodation for these people.  If you think you might be able to help with that then please see someone at the information desk.  It would only be for one or two nights – so please do see if you can help with this opportunity to serve.
4. We will be celebrating Krishna Janmastmi on Friday 14th of August at our new Leicester Building. This will be an evening program and everyone is requested to be seated in the hall by 7.15pm and the program will finish at 10.30pm.  It will be a very special celebrations especially as it will be held at our new building – so please do try to come to the celebrations.
5. As we have been announcing for the past months, our Sunday Bhajans will now also commence at the new Venue after that day i.e. next Sunday 16 Aug – our bhajans will move over to the new building.  So we look forward to welcoming you all there.
6. Sri Lanka Project: Many have asked about what can be done here, so the UK Trust has now put a process in place to support medical and humanitarian work in Sri Lanka. Please see a committee member or email Narendrabhai for details.
7. For anyone who wants to get more involved in our service activities there is a special day of workshops, training and other activities here in Leicester on the 5th September. Please see any of our service coordinators for more information.
8. A few reminders about some other events coming up and more information about any of these can be obtained from the information desk. Phylis Krystal seminar 17th 18th 19th September and National Teacher day 20th September in Maidenhead including a key note from Phylis Krystal.

2 August 2009

1. Krishna Janmastmi will be celebrated on the 14th of August at our new Venue Leicester Building. This will be an evening programme with more details to follow.
2. Also our Sunday Bhajans will also commence at the new Venue after that day i.e. 16 Aug.
3. Global service meeting will be held next week after the bhajans.
4. The Leicester building project has started in good earnest. many teams have helped during the week and the weekend so thank you from the management committee to get this started so efficiently . The work that is left to do is mainly decorating. The building will be open during the week between 9:00am to 9:00pm all week. There is still a lot of work to be done so please give your names to the service coordinators or just talk to them for details.

26 July 2009

1. Global Service Day Last week: Thank you all for making this a special day for our guests, we had around a 100 guests including one who was a hundred years old. The weather held well for us till tea time and everyone enjoyed the atmosphere. Just to remind you all that we do serve these guests throughout the year and if you can afford some time to help then that will be a great step for your spiritual journey.
2. The Leicester building project has started in good earnest. many teams have helped during the week and the weekend so thank you from the management committee to get this started so efficiently .   The work that is left to do is mainly decorating. The building will be open during the week between 5:00pm to 9:00pm during the week and all weekend. There is still a lot of work to be done so please give your names to the service coordinators or just talk to them for details.
3. Reminder: Phylis Krystal seminar 17th 18th 19th September.  
4. Reminder on SSLTP The minimum age for applicants on this course is 21 years of age.  The enrolment needs to be completed by September. Please see the board for details or speak to any Committee Member.
5. Sri Lanka Project: Many have asked about what can be done here, so the UK Trust has now put a process in place to support medical and humanitarian work in Sri Lanka. Please see a committee member or email Narendrabhai for details.
6. There is NO committee meeting this Wednesday.
7. Service with a smile: Region 4 will be holding a day here in Leicester on the 5th September for workshops, training and other activities to help anyone interested in become a service volunteer. Please see any of our service coordinators.
8. SSE guru's meeting on Tuesday 28th July at Leicester Building (LB) from 7:00pm to 9:00pm. See Anilaben.
9. National Teacher day 20th September in Maidenhead including a key note from Phylis Krystal. See Anilaben for details.
10. Krishna Janmastmi will be celebrated on the 14th of August at our new Venue Leicester Building. This will be an evening programme with more details to follow next week.
11. Also our Sunday Bhajans will also commence at the new Venue after that day i.e. 16 Aug.
12. The youth will be on their way to Prashanti for their Sadhna Camp at the end of this week. As part of the Sadhna they will be holding an evening of bhajans this Friday from 8:00pm to 9:30pm at the Leicester Building in the downstairs hall. All are welcome.

19 July 2009

1. The Leicester building project has started in good earnest. many teams have helped during the week and the weekend so thank you from the management committee to get this started so efficiently .   The work that is left to do is mainly decorating and some demolishing of walls. Also some plumbing work as well as electrical work. The building will be open during the week between 5:00pm to 9:00pm during the week and all weekend. There is still a lot of work to be done so please give your names to the service coordinators.
2. Reminder: Sathya Sai Retreat Reminder.August Bank holiday weekend."The constant is Change"
3. Reminder: Phylis Krystal seminar 17th 18th 19th September.  
4. In October 1997, the National Youth Co-ordinating Committee, successfully launched the Sathya Sai Leadership Training Programme (SSLTP) as a direct implementation of the First World Youth Conference resolutions. Since then six cohorts with a total of 60 candidates have successfully graduated and completed the programme. Following the success of the programme, over the past 12 years, it has been decided that another intake will be accepted in 2009. Hence, this is another golden opportunity for those interested in self-development and acquiring leadership skills to enrol on the programme. Those interested are invited to apply by completing the attached application form, which will assist us with the selection process. As you can appreciate, a great deal of time and effort has been expended in the preparation and delivery of this course and so candidates should be dedicated and committed individuals who are prepared to accept responsibility for their own learning. Candidates should realise that their success in this programme is important to the long-term future of the UK Sai Organisation and with this in mind all candidates are expected to complete the programme. The programme takes the form of a 14-month modular type course of one-day workshops, projects, assignments and outward bound activity weekends to consolidate learning. Members of the Organisation, whose professional background is related to that particular module, will facilitate each module. The emphasis is very much on the individual to initiate successful learning and development. The minimum age for applicants on this course is 21 years of age. This is to ensure that potential candidates bring the necessary level of maturity to approach the course and its demands without hopefully having concerns with other educational studies. The enrolment needs to be completed by September. Please see the board for details or speak to any Committee Member.

12 July 2009

1. On Guru Purnima day last Tuesday at 11:21 the Leicester Building contract exchange was completed. The building now belongs to the UK Trust for the Sri Sathya Sai Service Organisation UK.  A small ceremony was conducted inaugurating the start of our journey. Now the real work starts to begin the preparation  for the vision that Ishervbhai talked about a few weeks ago. If you have a skill of any sort or general help then please put your name down or availability over the period. There are many volunteers all over the UK that will come during this period who will give up their holiday this year to help. As well as this I'm sure our Leicester volunteers will help with refreshments during this period, so you may decide that you will help with lunch for a few days as an example. So please give your names at the information desk or see any of the service coordinators. More details have been given in the Love and Light Edition for July. Please see the website for details.
2. As mentioned Love and Light Newsletter is now available and can be downloaded from our website, or see Vinodbhai, Hemantbhai or Narendrabhai on how to get a copy.
3. Global Service day this year is being celebrated next Sunday on the 19th of July at Rutland waters. This involves taking elderly guests whom we have been serving over the years for a day out. We need many volunteers on that day to do various activities including just talking with the guests. Everyone has an opportunity to serve no matter what your age. Please leave your name and contact details at the information desk or see any the service coordinators. There is a meeting today here straight after the announcements in this main hall for everyone involved and those who may be interested. 
4. Rudram classes will be held on the 18th July next Saturday at the normal time from 9:00am to 11:00am at East West.
5. In October 1997, the National Youth Co-ordinating Committee, successfully launched the Sathya Sai Leadership Training Programme (SSLTP) as a direct implementation of the First World Youth Conference resolutions. Since then six cohorts with a total of 60 candidates have successfully graduated and completed the programme. Following the success of the programme, over the past 12 years, it has been decided that another intake will be accepted in 2009. Hence, this is another golden opportunity for those interested in self-development and acquiring leadership skills to enrol on the programme. Those interested are invited to apply by completing the attached application form, which will assist us with the selection process. As you can appreciate, a great deal of time and effort has been expended in the preparation and delivery of this course and so candidates should be dedicated and committed individuals who are prepared to accept responsibility for their own learning. Candidates should realise that their success in this programme is important to the long-term future of the UK Sai Organisation and with this in mind all candidates are expected to complete the programme. The programme takes the form of a 14-month modular type course of one-day workshops, projects, assignments and outward bound activity weekends to consolidate learning. Members of the Organisation, whose professional background is related to that particular module, will facilitate each module. The emphasis is very much on the individual to initiate successful learning and development. The minimum age for applicants on this course is 21 years of age. This is to ensure that potential candidates bring the necessary level of maturity to approach the course and its demands without hopefully having concerns with other educational studies. The enrolment needs to be completed by September. Please see the board for details or speak to any Committee Member.
6. Thought of the Day :  Avantikaben

5 July 2009

1. Welcome to our new home for awhile, I know we are all very careful with every place we go to and this is no different. If you notice any problem then please make sure you tell Chotubhai or any volunteer.
2. Global Service day this year is being celebrated on the 19th of July at Rutland waters. This involves taking elderly guests whom we have been serving over the years for a day out. We need many volunteers on that day to do various activities including just talking with the guests. Everyone has an opportunity to serve no matter what your age. Please leave your name and contact details at the information desk or see any the service coordinators.
3. During the summer from 18th July onwards till September the National Project will be started on the Leicester Building to begin the preparation  for the vision that Ishervbhai talked about a few weeks ago. If you have a skill of any sort or general help then please put your name down or availability over the period. There are many volunteers all over the UK that will come during this period who will give up their holiday this year to help. As well as this I'm sure our Leicester volunteers will help with refreshments during this period, so you may decide that you will help with lunch for a few days as an example. So please give your names at the information desk or see any of the service coordinators.
4. National Sathya Sai Retreat - see announcements on 21 June.
5. Sri Sathya Sai Medical Conference - see announcements on 21 June.
6. The next Rudram classes will be held on the 18th July as there are many activities that will make it difficult to conduct. Please ensure those who normally attend are aware.
7. On Tuesday this week our Gurupoorniam celebrations will be held here at Soar Valley so please be seated for 7:15pm.

Thought of the Day :  Significance of Gurupoornima by Vijaybhai

28 June 2009

1. Today there are SSE exams running so please be considerate and leave quietly and if you need to meet to discuss then please remember to lower your voice.
2. This is our last day here at Abbey Primary which has been wonderful for us, next week we will be back to Soar Valley in the new building. The whole management operation has changed at Soar Valley and we have to be even more careful than before that we leave the place as we find it. If you notice a problem then please let Chhotubhai or any committee member know. Please allow extra time to park your car as there may be limitations as work is still continuing.
3. Global Service day this year is being celebrated on the 19th of July at Rutland Water. This involves taking elderly guests whom we have been serving over the years for a day out. We need many volunteers on that day to do various activities including just talking with the guests. Everyone has an opportunity to serve no matter what your age. Please leave your name and contact details at the information desk or see any the service coordinators.
4. National Sathya Sai Retreat - see last week's announcements.
5. Sri Sathya Sai medical Conference - see last week's announcements.
6. Talk on what Swami says about Guru's who think they have been sent by Swami - click here to see the article from Sathya Sai Speaks....

21 June 2009

1. Rudram Practise as usual at East West from 9:00am to 11:00am next Saturday.
2. Committee Meeting on Wednesday at BNC from 7:30 to 9:30pm. Lots of fun to go through so please arrive on time.
3. Love and Light is now available from the website.
4. "How do we live our changeless reality in an ever changing world?" A seminar with Phyllis Krystal over a 3 day period from Thursday 17th September to Saturday 19th September in Sai Mandir, Wimbledon, London. This is primarily organised by the National Youth Wing but is open to all. If you would like to attend there is a registration process to follow by send an email. Details will be on the board as well as the youth website.
5. National Sathya Sai Retreat this year is at a new venue, Exeter University, during the August bank holiday weekend from the 28th to 30th August. The theme this year is "The Only Constant is Change". There is a booking process details are on the board but also please leave your email at the information desk and  we will forward the details to you or ask any committee member to help you. Also some details are in the Love and Light edition for this month.
6. A message to all Physicians from Dr. Narendranath Reddy, Chairman of Sri Sathya Sai International Medical Committee, Director  of Sri Sathya Sai World Foundation. Swami has approved and blessed a Sri Sathya Sai medical Conference to be
   held on October 10th and 11th in Anaheim, California. The theme of the
   conference is "Sri Sathya Sai Ideal Healthcare and Sri Sathya Sai Global
   Health Mission." Any delegate from the UK who is interested in attending this conference need to kindly: First - register their initial interest (stating their qualifications and field of Medical     expertise), with Kirti Patel, National Service Wing Coordinator, on: kirtipatel@aol.com. If you need any further details please see any committee member or email Narendrabhai.
7. Next week SSE are holding their exams here at Abbey primary.  After this on the 5th of July we have provisionally booked at Soar Valley in the new building. Car parking may be difficult so please bear this in mind. 
8. Ishverbhai to offer the vision of the Leicester Building....

14 June 2009

1. "How do we live our changeless reality in an ever changing world?" A seminar with Phyllis Krystal over a 3 day period from Thursday 17th September to Saturday 19th September in Sai Mandir, Wimbledon, London. This is primarily organised by the National Youth Wing but is open to all. If you would like to attend there is a registration process to follow by send an email. Details will be on the board as well as the youth website.
2. National Sathya Sai Retreat this year is at a new venue, Exeter University, during the August bank holiday weekend from the 28th to 30th August. The theme this year is "The Only Constant is Change". There is a booking process details are on the board but also please leave your email at the information desk and  we will forward the details to you or ask any committee member to help you.
3. The dates for the Russia medical Camp for 2009 is now set from 8th to 15th August. If you are a medical professional or you are aware of someone who may be interested then please ask them to get in touch.  The skills required vary from general Medicine to Cardiology, for the full details please see the board. The general volunteers will be organised locally mainly due to language difficulties. The registration needs to be done by the 16th June (This Tuesday)
4. A message to all Physicians from Dr. Narendranath Reddy, Chairman of Sri Sathya Sai International Medical Committee, Director  of Sri Sathya Sai World Foundation. Swami has approved and blessed a Sri Sathya Sai medical Conference to be
   held on October 10th and 11th in Anaheim, California. The theme of the
   conference is "Sri Sathya Sai Ideal Healthcare and Sri Sathya Sai Global
   Health Mission." Any delegate from the UK who is interested in attending this conference need to kindly:

First - register their initial interest (stating their qualifications and field of Medical expertise), with Kirti Patel, National Service Wing Coordinator, on:

kirtipatel@aol.com. If you need any further details please see any committee member or email Narendrabhai.

5. Ladies meeting on Friday 19^th June at Kusumben’s home (Syston), at 7:30. All ladies welcome to attend. One of the topics will be ‘basic computing.’
6. We will remain here at Abbey primary till the 28th June which will be the day that SSE will have their exams. After this on the 5th of July we have provisionally booked at Soar Valley in the new building. Details will follow soon.
7. As you know Narendrabhai spoke about our Journey last week from one venue to another and it is quiet exciting to hear about what is happening at our door step namely the UK organisation headquarters. Ishverbhai our zonal central coordinator will be presenting next Sunday on the vision of this unique opportunity on the Leicester Building. A place where we will eventually move to for all our activities and much more. Please ensure you are here for this session straight after bhajans.
8.  
9. Thought of the Day  Pratibhaben...

7 June 2009

1. Rudram Practice next Saturday from 9:00am to 11:00am at East West Community centre. 
2. "How do we live our changeless reality in an ever changing world?" A seminar with Phyllis Krystal over a 3 day period from Thursday 17th September to Saturday 19th September in Sai Mandir, Wimbledon, London. This is primarily organised by the National Youth Wing but is open to all. If you would like to attend there is a registration process to follow by send an email. Details will be on the board as well as the youth website.
3. National Sathya Sai Retreat this year is at a new venue, Exeter University, during the August bank holiday weekend from the 28th to 30th August. The theme this year is "The Only Constant is Change". There is a booking process details are on the board but also please leave your email at the information desk and I will forward the details to you or ask any committee member to help you.
4. The dates for the Russia medical Camp for 2009 is now set from 8th to 15th August. If you are a medical professional or you are aware of someone who may be interested then please ask them to get in touch. The skills required vary from general Medicine to Cardiology, for the full details please see the board or speak to Narendrabhai.The general volunteers will be organised locally mainly due to language difficulties.
5. We will remain here at Abbey primary at least till the 28th June which will be the day that SSE will have there exams.
6. Thought of the Day Pratibhaben...

31 May 2009

1. Regions 1,2,3,&6 have organised a Multifaith Event "All Scriptures lead to the one" will be held on Saturday 6th June from 2:00pm to 6:30pm in London at St. Andrews School. Please see details on the board. 
2. "How do we live our changeless reality in an ever changing world?" A seminar with Phyllis Krystal over a 3 day period from Thursday 17th September to Saturday 19th September in Sai Mandir, Wimbledon, London. This is primarily organised by the National Youth Wing but is open to all. If you would like to attend there is a registration process to follow by send an email. Details will be on the board as well as the youth website.
3. National Sathya Sai Retreat this year is at a new venue, Exeter University, during the August bank holiday weekend from the 28th to 30th August. The theme this year is "The Only Constant is Change". There is a booking process details are on the board but also please leave your email at the information desk and I will forward the details to you or ask any committee member to help you.
4. The dates for the Russia medical Camp for 2009 is now set from 8th to 15th August. If you are a medical professional or you are aware of someone who may be interested then please ask them to get in touch.  The skills required vary from general Medicine to Cardiology, for the full details please see the board or speak to Narendrabhai. The general volunteers will be organised locally mainly due to language difficulties.
5. Talk on recent Ladies Retreat by Kantaben, Parvatiben, Deepa & Rupaben.
6. Also, there are still places available on the Gents Retreat on 20 & 21 June – please see Information Desk for more details.
7. Thought of the Day...

24 May 2009

1. Rudram Practise Next Saturday at East West from 9:00am to 11:00am.
2. Last weekend, the open days held at the new Leicester School Building was attended by 400 visitors from all over the UK. Ishverbhai our Zonal Chair gave a presentation on the building and it's current progress for being acquired by the organisation. For those who missed the session another is planned in Coventry on the 31st May.  Please let me or Kishorbhai know if you are intending to go. Contact details are posted on the board.
3. There is a Committee Meeting on Wednesday at BNC from 7:30 to 9:30pm.
4. SSE starts back next week here at Abbey Primary.
5. Regions 1,2,3,&6 have organised a Multifaith Event "All Scriptures lead to the one" will be held on Saturday 6th June from 2:00pm to 6:30pm in London at St. Andrews School. Please see details on the board. 
6. "How do we live our changeless reality in an ever changing world?" A seminar with Phyllis Krystal over a 3 day period from Thursday 17th September to Saturday 19th September in Sai Mandir, Wimbledon, London. This is primarily organised by the National Youth Wing but is open to all. If you would like to attend there is a registration process to follow by send an email. Details will be on the board as well as the youth website.
7. National Sathya Sai Retreat this year is at a new venue, Exeter University, during the August bank holiday weekend from the 28th to 30h August. The theme this year is "The Only Constant is Change". There is a booking process details are on the board but also please leave your email at the information desk and I will forward the details to you or ask any committee member to help you.
8. Thought of the Day...Story on Opportunity...

17 May 2009

1. From next week our Bhajans will be at  Abbey Primary School for the next 5 weeks, all timings will be as usual and we will start at 8:55. Please make sure you allow good time to park and walk into the building. Also there is no SSE next week. There are some leaflets for directions or ask any one from the committee. 
2. There is a Ladies Day meeting on Tuesday 19th May at Kantaben Mistry's house at 7.30pm - 9pm. The topic of the meeting is: Bhartiya-nari-ratna. Which means the dynamic character of Indian Women. All ladies young and old are all welcome.
3. As some of you are aware that the Sathya Sai organisation in the UK are in the processing of acquiring the building off Narborough Road currently the Bede Site Campus for Leicester College as the new venue for the Sathya Sai School as well as for many organisation activities. Today there is an opportunity to view the premises till 4:00pm. Detail are on the Notice board but again please ask any committee member for details.  

10 May 2009

1. Rudram practise next Saturday from 9:00am to 11:00am at East West Community centre.
2. As you may be aware that this part of Soar Valley is being demolished to make way for the new building that is nearly finished. We will have our last day in this building on the 17th May. For the next 5 weeks after that we will be reallocating to Abbey Primary school near Belgrave Road. Details will be given out on the directions.  This will mean all our activities will be based there for the short term. If anyone has any question then please feel free to ask any committee member.
3. To show our gratitude to Swami for being at Soar Valley for nearly 20 years we will be holding a special celebration Next Sunday on the 17th May from 9:00am to 1:00pm so please ensure you come and stay for this unique Satsang. Also pass on this invitation to all those who have been part of this journey with Soar Valley from the past and even out side of Leicester. We have invited the Governors and the head teacher of the school. the programme will include our bhajans and songs from the days of old and a trip down memory lane.
4. There will be a general meeting for all Seva dals at 10:30 back in Room 4. It is also open to anyone wanting to serve or  find out more about what the service wing do.
5. Vinodbhai gave a short presentation on the activities of the Service Wing.
6. As you may know that Buddha Purnima was celebrated yesterday at Prashanti Nilayam with great devotion. To tell us more about the significance can I please invite Amit Mistry.
7. Thought of the day as part of Buddha Purnima.

3 May 2009 - Easwaramma Day celebrations

1. The LOTUSS Session today at East West is rescheduled  to next Saturday from 5:00pm to 7:00pm at East West, The topic will continue to be time management and senses.
2. There will be a general meeting for all Sewadal members next Sunday at 10:30 in the main Hall. It is also open to anyone wanting to serve or  find out more about what the service wing do.
3. As you may be aware that this part of Soar Valley is being demolished to make way for the new building that is nearly finished. We will have our last day in this building on the 17th May. For the next 5 weeks after that we will be reallocating to Abbey Primary school near Belgrave Road. Details will be given out on the directions.  This will mean all our activities will be based there for the short term. If anyone has any question then please feel free to ask any committee member.
4. To show our gratitude to Swami for being at Soar Valley for nearly 20 years we will be holding a special celebration on the 17th May from 9:00am to 1:00pm so please ensure you come and stay for this unique Satsang. Also pass on this invitation to all those who are not here today or even out side of Leicester. We will be inviting the Governors and the head teacher of the school. the programme will include our bhajans and songs from the days of old and a trip down memory lane.
5. Anilaben - Thought of the day on Easwaramma

26 April 2009

1. The booklet mentioned in the announcements last week, by Indulal Shah " Remove the curtain between you and me"  can now be down loaded from our website.
2. Although SSE is back this week, our bhajans next week will be in the sports hall and there will be a special SSE class for Easwaramma Day in the sports hall.
3. There is a LOTUSS session next week and it will be at East West Centre from 11:00am to 1:00pm with the topic of "Senses"
4. For those who missed the announcement last week there are a few places left for Ladies retreat  23rd to 24th May again all the details are on the website or see Kantaben or Kusumben.
5. There is a Committee meeting this Wednesday from 7:30 to 9:30pm here at Soar Valley can all committee members please make every effort to attend.
6. Mohini and team for the SSE camp in Dorset gave a presentation on the camp - from 23 July to 26 July. More details on their web-site - http://www.saiyouth.org.uk/proj_ssesadhanacamp2009.php
7. From 10:30 this morning Amit and Ruthra are conducting Study Circle From Geetha Vahini " The highest dharma is for each one to follow his swadharma (own).
8. Next week we will celebrate Easwaramma day next Sunday.
9. Veerubhai - Thought of the day on Prayers.

19 April 2009

1. Next Saturday 25th April there is a Youth Satsang "Faith in Self, Faith in GOD" for youth aged 16 to 35 at Winstanley School from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Please ensure you  register on the region website. The programme will consist of 2 parts, the second part will start at 3:15 and it is open to all adults as well as the youth. If you do want to attend please ensure you give your name to either Darshan, Raj or Pratisha, space will be limited and it will be on a first come basis.  
2. You are aware of the  second UK Sadhana Camp in Prashanti has been blessed by Swami for the first two weeks in August. "Mind, Body and Atma" . What  fantastic luck for those aged 18 to 35. Please please make sure those youth strictly 18 to 35 make every effort to go. All the details are available on the Region 4 youth Website, or speak to Darshan, Pratisha or Raj
3. Today Ladies day activity will be held at Avantikaben's House:  from 5 to 7.30 p:m. The topic will be "The role of today's women active in the Sai mission". There will be a speaker and other activities. All age group of ladies/girls are welcome.
4. Also this morning there will be a session for all sewadal members who perform ‘hall duty’ on Sundays. Everyone is welcome to attend this session i.e. those who currently take part in this activity and also anyone who may be interested in helping please do come along and find out more on how you can help in this activity.
5. Next Sunday a presentation for an SSE camp being held in Dorset in July all the details will be available next week.
6. Next Sunday on the 26th We will be holding a study circle on Geetha Vahini and some details will be handed out today so we can all prepare for this..... Amit to say a few words.
7. SSE start back next week.
8. LOTUSS Session Next Week? The Senses.
9. A treat "Remove the curtain between you and Me" by Indulal Shah available in pdf format. Sent to all on the love and light distribution list but if you are not on there and would like it then please leave an email address at the information desk.
10. Treat 2 : Kishanbhai Gadhia is going to share some recent pictures of swami..

12 April 2009

1. Rudram Practise will again be held next Saturday at East West Centre at the usual time of 9:00am to 11:00am. This is a week earlier because the 25th April is the Youth Satsang day and many will be involved throughout the day.
2. Saturday 25th April there is a Youth Satsang "Faith in Self, Faith in GOD" for youth aged 16 to 35 at Winstanley School from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Please ensure you register on the region website. The programme will consist of 2 parts, the second part will start at 3:15 and it is open to all adults as well as the youth. If you do want to attend please ensure you give your name to either Darshan, Raj or Pratisha, space will be limited and it will be on a first come basis.  
3. You are aware of the second UK Sadhana Camp in Prashanti has been blessed by Swami for the first two weeks in August. "Mind, Body and Atma" . What fantastic luck for those aged 18 to 35. Please please make sure those youth strictly 18 to 35 make every effort to go. All the details are available on the Region 4 youth Website.or speak to Darshan, Pratisha or Raj
4. On the 19th April, next Sunday Ladies day activity will be held at Avantikaben's House from 5 to 7.30 p:m. The topic will be "The role of today's women active in the sai mission". There will be a speaker and other activities. All age group of ladies/girls are welcome.
5. Next Sunday after Bhajans on 19 April there Will be a session for all sevadal members who perform ‘hall duty’ on Sundays. Everyone is welcome to attend this session – i.e. those who currently take part in this activity and also anyone who may be interested in helping please do come along and find out more on how you can help in this activity.
6. On the 26th April we will be holding a study circle on Geetha Vahini and some details will be handed out today so we can all prepare for this.
7. We have all been invited to St. Gabriel's Church to join in for an Easter Service which will start just after 10:00. Please feel free to go along after this session.
8. There will be some refreshments after the Easter talk here today so please do have some home made hot cross buns which our service volunteers have so kindly made.
9. Can invite Sheetal to give a reading on Easter and its inner significance.
10. Thought of the Week/Day Sheetal as part of the Easter Talk.

5 April 2009

1. Rudram Practise next Saturday will be at East West Centre (change of Venue) at the usual time of 9:00am to 11:00am.
2. A second UK Sadhna Camp in Prashanti has been blessed by Swami for the first two weeks in August. "Mind, Body and Atma" . What  fantastic luck for those aged 18 to 35. Please please make sure those youth strictly 18 to 35 are aware and that they make every effort to go. Details are available from Darshan, Pratish or Raj or the Region 4 youth Website. 
3. Saturday 25th April there is a Youth Satsang "Faith in Self, Faith in GOD" for youth aged 16 to 35 at Winstanley School from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Please ensure the youth register on the region website. More details to follow.
4. There are no SSE classes for the next 3 weeks with the Easter Holidays, our next start date is the 26th April.
5. There is a LOTUSS session here today from 10:15 to 12:15, the based on "time Management and Goal Setting.
6. On the 16th and 17th May we have the Sathya Sai Inner Self Awareness Programme (SSISAP) held here in Leicester. It's a great opportunity to take this unique course which was blessed by Swami with first in London in 1997. To tell us a little more on this can I please invite Mukundbhai...
7. Study Circle- Geetha Vahini on Sunday 26^th April
8. We have our Easter programme next week which will be in the Sports Hall
9. Thought of the Week/Day Sanjay as part of the Easter Talk.

29 March 2009

1. Ladies Retreat. at Beaumanor Hall near Quorn. The dates are 23rd and 24th May. This is the second bank holiday in May. All the places are now taken but if you want to go on to the reserve list then please give your names at the information desk.
2. Gents retreat is now set for the weekend of 20th & 21st June at Beaumanor Hall. Please give your names at the information desk.
3. Saturday 25th April there is a Youth Satsang "Faith in Self, Faith in GOD" for youth aged 16 to 35 at Winstanley School from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Please ensure the youth register on the region website. More details to follow.
4. There will be no SSE classes for the next 3 weeks as Easter Holidays start at the end of next week. Also we will announce next week on the location of our Easter Programme, which is likely to be in the Sports hall.
5. Next week there is a LOTUSS session here from 10:15 to 12:15, the based on "time Management and Goal Setting.
6. Yesterday Evening we held a workshop on Human Values and Dynamic Parenting and I'd like to invite one of the parents to say a few words on what was covered - Sejal Modha gave an inspiring talk.
7. On Friday 3rd of April we celebrate Ramnavami here at Soar Valley from 7:00pm to 9:30pm. Pravinbhai is going to tell us more about the significance of the celebration and the details of the programme.
8. Thought of the Week/Day Pravinbhai as part of the Ramnavami presentation.

22 March 2009

1. Rudram practice on Saturday from 9:00 to 11:00 at Soar Valley College.
2. Ladies Retreat. at Beaumanor Hall near Quorn. The dates are 23rd and 24th May. This is the second bank holiday in May. 65 places have already gone and its now open to the region and country so last chance. The theme will be "The Glory of Womanhood". Vedas, bhajan. Skills based creative workshops speakers, sports, food and lots of spiritual fun. If you don't want to miss this unique opportunity that only happens in Leicester then make sure your name is written down. Please see Preetti at the information desk.

3.      Gents retreat is now set for the weekend of 20th & 21st June at Beaumanor Hall. Please give your names at the information desk.

4. Thank you to those who responded back with the feedback forms if you haven't done so please bring them in and drop them of at the information desk. The form can be available from the website if you need to download it. Your review is important to us so please do take a few minutes and we look forward to any suggestions.
5. Anilaben to say a few words on next weeks workshop on Human Values and Dynamic Parenting.

The Sathya Sai Spiritual Education wing (SSE) are inviting all the parents and those who are keen to know more, to a workshop on Human Values and Dynamic Parenting on Saturday 28th March here at Soar Valley College from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. There will refreshments and a creche facility. Can you please give your names to Anilaben near the information desk. Details are on the board.

6. Thought of the Week/Day Anilaben – Subject Mother’s Day.

15 March 2009

1. There is Home Bhajan's today at Manharbhai Mistry's house, Thurmaston, Leicester from 6:00pm to 7:00pm, there are slips at the information desk.
2. A reminder that there is a LOTUSS session today from 10:15 onwards continuing the theme of The Senses
3. Ladies Retreat. at Beaumanor Hall near Quorn. The dates are 23rd and 24th May. This is the second bank holiday in May. There will be 80 places and currently we are only opening it to Leicester for this week, we will then open it to the region and the country. The theme will be "The Glory of Womanhood". Vedas, bhajan. Skills based creative workshops speakers, sports, food and lots of spiritual fun. If you don't want to miss this unique opportunity that only happens in Leicester then make sure your name is written down. Please see Preeti at the information desk.
4. Competition now; Gents retreat is now set for the weekend of 20th & 21st June at Beaumanor Hall. Please give your names at the information desk. make sure you choose the right retreat !!!
5.  The Sathya Sai Spiritual Education wing (SSE) are inviting all the parents and those who are keen to know more, to a workshop on Human Values and Dynamic Parenting on Saturday 28th March here at Soar Valley College from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. There will refreshments and a crèche facility. Can you please give your names to Anilaben near the information desk. Details are on the board.
6. No yoga session next week.
7. Firstly thank you to those who responded back with the feedback forms we gave out last week, if you haven't done so please bring them in and drop them of at the information desk. The form can be available from the website if you need to download it. Your review is important to us so please do take a few minutes and we look forward to any suggestions.
8. Also the March version of the Love and Light News Letter is now posted on the website ready to download.
9. Ladies Day this month on the 19th, this Thursday are gathering at 257 Scraptoft Lane at Jasuben Patel's house, discussions include Yoga with Spirituality and health matters. All ladies young and old are welcome.
10. Ramnavami details will follow next week.
11. Youth Study circle to start next week....(Amit..)
12. Thought of the Week/Day Amit...

8 March 2009

1. The LOTUSS session was so sizzling last week that there is another continuing the theme of The Senses, again from 10:15 to 12:15 next Sunday here at Soar Valley. We're told it will be "Mind Blowing"
2. Ladies Retreat. This year after many years we are going to hold this retreat at Beaumanor Hall near Quorn. The dates are 23rd and 24th May. This is the second bank holiday in May. There will be 80 places and currently we are only opening it to Leicester for this week, we then open it to the region and the country. The theme will be "The Glory of Womanhood". Vedas, bhajan. Skills based creative workshops speakers, sports, food and lots of spiritual fun. If you don't want to miss this unique opportunity that only happens in Leicester then make sure your name is written down. Please see Preeti at the information desk.
3. The Sathya Sai Spiritual Education wing (SSE) are inviting all the parents and those who are keen to know more, to a workshop on Human Values and Dynamic Parenting on Saturday 28th March here at Soar Valley College from 5:30pm to 8:00pm. There will refreshments and a crèche facility. Can you please give your names to Anilaben near the information desk. Details are on the board.
4. The Spiritual wing are re-energising The Rudram classes from next week, to tell us more please welcome Shivam.
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6. As announced last week we are very keen to understand your views on how this centre is helping you progress on your spiritual journey and if there are elements that can be improved. There are Feedback Forms at the information desk please take one per family or visit our website for downloading the form.
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8. Recap Of teacher Training day yesterday at Winstanley College and the thought of the day... Pratisha Mistry.
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10. .Thought of the Week/Day Pratisha Mistry

1 March 2009

1. A reminder for this morning there is a LOTUSS session here  from 10:15 to 12:15 the Topic today will be on Senses. Also there will also be a Satsang for the parents of the teens. This will be an opportunity to discuss what LOTUSS does and any questions or issues that may concern the parents.
2. Next Saturday there is a National Carousal Teachers Training day and it is being held at Winstanley School. We need some volunteers to help at parts of the day for various activities some in the morning lunchtime and early evening. If you can spare some time then please leave your details at the information desk or speak to Vinodbhai, Hetal, or Kiranben
3. The normal ladies meeting on the first Monday of the month will now switch over to the 19th of the month, more details will follow.
4. Ladies Retreat. This year after many years we are going to hold this retreat at Beaumanor Hall near Quorn. The dates are 23rd and 24th May. This should be the second bank holiday in May. There will be 80 places and currently we are only opening it to Leicester for this next couple of week, we then open it to the region. The theme will be "The Glory of Womanhood". Vedas, bhajan. Skills based creative workshops speakers, sports, food and lots of spiritual fun. We you don't want to miss this unique opportunity that only happens in Leicester then make sure your name is written down. Please see Preeti at the information desk.
5. Our Yoga session will take place next Saturday here from the usual time of 9:00am to 11:00am.
6. Bipinbhai is going to do a special order for the book "The Holyman and the Psychiatrist’ from the book shop in London.  If you are interested in buying a copy then please give your order to Bipinbhai at the library desk the cost of the book in the book shop is £3.50.
7. Next week we will be handing out some feedback forms, it's an opportunity for you to telling us your thoughts about our organisation and the way we conduct all our events. We welcome any suggestions so start thinking and be ready.
8. There will be a committee meeting this Wednesday here at Soar Valley from 7:30pm to 9:30pm.
9. Thought of the Week/Day Amit

22 February 2009

1. Next Sunday there will be a LOTUSS session here at Soar Valley from 10:15 to 12:15 with the Topic of Senses. Please encourage all those teens who are aged 15.5 to 18. Along side that there will also be a Satsang for the parents of the teens. This will be an opportunity to discuss what LOTUSS does and any questions or issues that may concern the parents.
2. Shivratri will be celebrated at Soar Valley on the 23 February from 7:00pm to 9:30pm. To tell us more can I please invite Darshan to tell us a little more about the programme as well the key significance. 
3. Thought of the Week/Day Darshan with Shivratri as above...

15 February 2009

1. Yoga will be next week from the usual time of 9:00am to 11:00am here at Soar Valley.
2. Annual Regional Conference is being held today at the Sathya Sai School in Leicester starting at 12:30pm to 5:00pm.
3. Next Week is the continuation of the parent's teachers meeting and slots are available from 9:00am to 12:00pm please ensure you book a time with the Gurus. This is an opportunity to discuss the children's progress in SSE.
4. Shivratri will be celebrated at Soar Valley on the 23 February from 7:00pm to 9:30pm
5. Thought of the Day

8 February 2009

1. As soon as we are able to book the venue for YOGA we will announce it. Please keep an eye on the website.
2. Parents Teachers SSE meeting will now happen over the next 2 weekends, the gurus will be in touch with you to rearrange the time. Please make sure you are able to see the gurus as it is an opportunity to discuss the children's progress in SSE. 
3. Annual Regional Conference is being held on the 15th Feb here at the Sathya Sai School in Leicester starting at 12:30pm to 5:00pm.( Next Sunday). There will be discussion and workshops relating to the focus of the Region 4 within in each wing. This is open to anyone. For details of the programme please see the board or the website.
4. Shivratri will be celebrated at Soar Valley on the 23 February from 7:00pm to 9:30pm.
5. Thought of the Week/Day Mukundbhai.

1 February 2009

1. LOTUSS Session is today straight after, focusing on Presentation Skills. (  for any youth aged 15.5 to 18 +).
2. Yoga will be next week from the usual time of 9:00am to 11:00am here at Soar Valley.
3. Ladies Monthly Meeting this Monday from 7:30pm to 9:00pm at Pratibhaben Niravane's place  All ladies are welcome.
4. Next Week 8th February there is Parent's teachers meeting and slots are availble from 9:00am to 12:00pm please ensure you book a time with the Gurus. This is an opportunity to discuss the children's progress in SSE.
5. Annual Regional Conference is being held on the 15th Feb here at the Sathya Sai School in Leicester starting at 12:30pm to 5:00pm. There will be discussion and workshops relating to the focus of the Region 4 within in each wing. This is open to anyone. For details of the programme please see the board or the website.

25 January 2009

1. LOTUSS Session planned next Sunday 1st Feb  from 10:30am to 12:30pm here at Soar Valley, focusing on Presentation Skills. (  for any youth aged 15.5 to 18 +).
2. Committee Meeting this Wednesday from 8:00pm to 9:30pm at Soar Valley. 
3. Bhajan Rota for February now available on the notice board. Please remember that Bhajan Practice is now on Sunday Morning from 10:30. All are welcome to support it.
4. SSE News letter is now on the website so please do browse and any feedback welcome.
5. New Committee List .
6. Also all of the above can be found on our website which is currently going through a refresh but the announcements will be there by Monday morning. website address is :
7. Thought of the day Mukundbhai

18 January 2009

1. Tomorrow (19th Jan) there is a workshop for the ladies " The Power of Positive Thinking" at East West Centre on Wilberforce road (Narborough centre). It starts at 7:30pm. All ladies are welcome. For further information please see Kantaben Mistry
2. As you know the ladies usually meet the first Monday of each month and usually do mala/ japam in addition to this they will now be learning the Rudram and spiritual discussions, this will take place at Pratibaben Niravane's house that first Monday of the month from 7:30pm. Please see Kantaben for details.
3. Last year we saw the introduction of the video library and so far it has proved very popular so to this end we will now be holding this on a fortnightly basis.  
4. Don't forget our meeting straight after this for the new committee formation for the next 2 years. It will be in Room 5,  please go there ASAP after the vibutti mantra.... Sanjay to say a few words..
5. Thought of the day Sanjay

11 January 2009

1. SSE starts back today. We will be enrolling new children so if you are aware of child who would benefit being part of the Sai Spiritual Education please bring them along today.
2. We will be starting our Yoga session on the 17th  Jan from 9:00am to 11:00am, the venue will be here at Soar Valley.
3. Next Sunday we will be meeting after bhajan's to form the next committee for the next 2 years. this will be a short meeting for half an hour from 10:30am to 11:00am confirming the main posts and welcoming the new members.... Sanjay to say a few words..
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5. Thought of the day Sanjay

4 January 2009

1. SSE starts back next Sunday on the 11th  Jan. We will be enrolling new children so if you are aware of child who would benefit being part of the Sai Spiritual Education please bring them along.
2. We will be starting our Yoga session on the 17th  Jan from 9:00am to 11:00am, the venue will be confirmed next week but it is likely to be in Soar Valley.
3. Arvindbhai talked about the importance & benefits of joining the committee.
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5. Thought of the day Sanjay

28 December 2008

1. SSE will start back on the 11th  Jan. We will be enrolling new children so if you are aware of child who would benefit being part of the Sai Spiritual Education please bring them along.
2. As per previous years The Nottingham group will be holding New Year Celebrations  on Wednesday 31st December 2008 at The Hindu Temple, Carlton Road, Nottingham between 8.00pm to 12.00 midnight. If you need a lift or want to arrange to go together then please see Jagdishbhai near the info desk.
3. Shirishbhai to say a few words about the committee and then Pratibaben.
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5. Thought of the day Pratibaben

21 December 2008

1. Annual Conference on the 31st January 2009: The Pilgrim the Path and the Goal. "Sai Baba: The Holyman and the Psychiatrist".. Guest Speakers Dr Samuel Sandweiss and his Wife Mrs Sharon Sandweiss. This year a new venue in Hertfordshire, all the details on the board.  Today is the last day so please ensure you see Narendrabhai if you are coming.
2. Next Week the bhajans will be in the Sports Hall here at Soar Valley.
3. SSE will start back on the 11th  Jan. We will be enrolling new children so if you are aware of child who would benefit being part of the Sai Sipitual Education please bring them along.
4. As per previous years The Nottingham group will be holding New Year Celebrations  on Wednesday 31st December 2008 at The Hindu Temple, Carlton Road, Nottingham between 8.00pm to 12.00 midnight.
5. Also all of the above can be found on our website which is currently going through a refresh but the announcements will be there by Monday morning. website address is : www.leicestersaicentre.org.uk .
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Thought of the day Done as part of the Christmas Celebrations 

14 December 2008

1. LOTUSS session straight after bhajan here from 10.15am to 12.30pm and the topic is Faith & Self Confidence. It is for any young adult from the age of 15.5. If need more information please see Anilaben/Arunbhai
2. The Sathya Sai School are holding their Annual Concert , theme " A Celebrations of Lights" next  Saturday 20th December from 4:30pm to 7:30pm at Tilda Hall ( Ram Mandir), Hilyard Road off Ross Walk. All are welcome. .. 
3. Time is flying fast and we are almost at year end and also the new committee will be formed in January,.. if the urge is in your heart it is time for you to come and serve the Lord by being part of everything that happens here if you want! If you want to know more details of all the posts or just about being a committee member then please talk to any committee member. Invite a few members to say a few word on what do they do in the committee...
4. Annual Conference 31st January 2009: The Pilgrim the Path and the Goal. "Sai Baba: The Holyman and the Psychiatrist".. Guest Speakers Dr Samuel Sandweiss and his Wife Mrs Sharon Sandweiss. This year a new venue in Hertfordshire, all the details on the board. We need to know the definite numbers and the forms need completing, please go to the information desk. The last day for names will be 21st next week. There is a contributory cost of £15.00.
5. If you have bought the Christmas parcels as described by Janak last week please leave them at the information desk. If you want to know what is required again please see the help desk.
6. Next week will be our Christmas celebration which will be in this hall from 8:45 till midday. Don't miss out.... Panto's only come once a year....

Thought of the day Arvindbhai

7 December 2008

1. Parent's Study Circle today that was postponed from last Sunday. It starts at 10:30.
2. Next LOTUSS session is next  Sunday here at Soar Valley from 10.15am to 12.30pm and the topic is Faith & Self Confidence. It is for any young adult from the age of 15.5. If need more information please see Anilaben
3. Our Zonal Chair Mr Kishan Khubchandani has sent a note on the Floods in Orissa. If you want to help then please see the Board for details or me.
4. The Sathya Sai School are holding their Annual Concert , theme " A Celebrations of Lights" on Saturday 20th December from 4:30pm to 7:30pm at Tilda Hall (aka Ram Mandir), Hildyard Road off Ross Walk. All are welcome. .. Expand on Building.....
5. Time is flying fast and we are almost at year end and also the new committee will be formed in January,.. if the urge is in your heart it is time for you to come and serve the Lord by being part of everything that happens here if you want! If you want to know more details of all the posts or just about being a committee member then please talk to any committee member.
6. Annual Conference 31st January 2009: The Pilgrim the Path and the Goal. "Sai Baba: The Holyman and the Psychiatrist".. Guest Speakers Dr Samuel Sandweiss and his Wife Mrs Sharon Sandweiss. This year a new venue in Hertfordshire, all the details on the board. I need to know the definite number so I can complete all the forms. The last day for names will be 21st. There is a contributory cost of £15.00 was £20.
7. There is the final Committee Meeting for the Year on Wednesday 10th Dec from 7:30pm to 9:30pm.
8. Christmas is approaching fast and I know we are celebrating here on the 21st but this time of the year we also think of those in need. Janak is going to tell us a little more about what we hope to do... Janak gave a short presentation on what the plans are for this year. We are preparing small parcels for residents of Dawn Centre and other homeless people. The parcels should be brought to the Centre on next 2 Sundays – 14 & 21 December.
9. Thought of the day Janak...

30 November 2008

1. ( Kiranbhai) a comment on Last weeks Celebrations and a thank you to all who helped to celebrate this unique event. If anyone has any feedback on the programme then please let anyone of the committee member know. Most of you also know what was happening in Prashanti the week before but to tell us more Can I please invite Pratibaben to share the experience in Prashanti over the last 2 weeks...
2. Our Zonal Chair Mr Kishan Khubchandani has sent a note on the Floods in Orissa. If you want to help then please see the Board for details or Narendrabhai. Also see below - announcement for 16 November.
3. The Sathya Sai School are holding their Annual Concert , theme " A Celebrations of Lights" on Saturday 20th December from 4:30pm to 7:30pm at Tilda Hall, Hilyard Road off Ross Walk. All are welcome.
4. For our Christmas celebrations the gents are putting on a Panto.... If there are any budding Xfactor actors then please see Rohitbhai or Jerambhai..
5. Time is flying fast and we are almost at year end and also the new committee  will be formed in January,.. if the urge is in your heart it is time for you to come and serve the Lord by being part of everything that happens here if you want! If you want to know more details of all the posts or just about being a committee member then please talk to any committee member.
6. Narendrabhai would like every committee member and any regional coordinators that are here today to goto to Room 6 at 10:30 for 15 mins please. It is really important that you do. Thank you.

Thought of the day Kiranbhai...

 

23 November 2008 - SWAMI's BIRTHDAY

Bhajans every week are held on Thursday at East West Community Centre from 7:45pm to 9:00pm and on Sunday at Soar Valley Community College from 8:55am to 10:00am. There are whole range of other activities including Sathya Sai Education for children from the young age of 5 to 16 as well as the service activities that serve where ever there is a need.
In Nottingham on Tuesday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00.
In Rugby on Saturdays.

Please see the information desk for any further details see how you can serve the Lord.

 

16 November 2008

1. Our Zonal Chair Mr Kishan Khubchandani has sent a note on the Floods in Orissa.

Please see Information Desk for more info on how you can help. 

2. Last Thursday 13 Nov it was 539th birth anniversary of Guru Nanak to tell us more about this..........
3. Next Sunday we celebrate our Lords 83rd B'day Year. We would ideally like to start the day with 21 Omkar and Suprabhatam where ever you are. It would be great if we can all get together but we have not got a venue, however individuals can get together with small groups around Leicester and start the 21 Omkar at 6:00am. It will be your individual Sadhna to start of a great day.

There are no bhajans here at Soar Valley Next Sunday as we are all at Prajapati Hall, Ulverscroft Road, celebrating Sri Sathya Sai Baba's 83rd birthday.  We will be starting with a Procession at 11:00am so please be seated by 10:45am. You are welcome to join in on the procession so please come early. This is a unique celebration of a living avatar, we look forward to seeing you all there.

 

9 November 2008

1. Bhajans every week are held on Thursday at East West Community Centre from 7:45pm to 9:00pm and on Sunday at Soar Valley Community College from 8:55am to 10:00am. There are whole range of other activities including Sathya Sai Education for children from the young age of 5 to 16 as well as the service activities that serve where ever there is a need. Please see the information desk for any further details see how you can serve the Lord.

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2. This year Sri Sathya Sai Baba's 83rd birthday will be celebrated on the 23rd Nov ember here in Leicester at the Prajapati Hall, Ulverscroft Road. We will be starting with a Procession at 11:00am so please be seated by 10:45am.Join us in this unique celebration of a living avatar, we look forward to seeing you there

2 November 2008

1. Akhand Bhajans will be celebrated on the 8th/9th Nov at Ram Mandir From 12:00 noon onwards and everybody is able to participate , the slots for singing are available in the corridor make sure you put your name down and please be there early for you to take up your position when it is your turn.
   1. Please remember that next Sunday the Bhajans will be at Ram Mandir. 
   2. Also next week there will be NO SSE.
2. Once again we are collecting items to make up family parcels for refugees and needy people in Croatia. This is an opportunity for all of us to take part in Narayan Seva, linked to our "Ceiling On Desire" programme. Please see the information Desk for the items that can be collected. Because of Akhand Bhajan the next opportunity to bring the items will be on the 16th Nov.
3. Ladies Mala meeting will be on Monday tomorrow at Kamuben's home
    

Thought of the Day : Seetal  on Diwali.

26 October 2008

1. There is a committee meeting on Friday 31st October, this week from 7:30 to 9:00pm here at Soar Valley in the usual room.
2. Diwali celebrations next Sunday 2nd Nov here at Soar Valley from the usual time in the morning till noon. As part of the celebration there will be Ankut and all are welcome to take part in preparing and offering food. Please ensure you bring your chosen dishes to the hall by 8:30am. Chanchalben Mistry will be taking names at the information desk for those who want to participate, as well as giving details of the quantities required and other information. Also there will be a Rangoli and Diwali Card competition. Please see Chanchalben near the information desk.
3. Akhand Bhajans will be celebrated at Ram Mandir ( Lohana Community Centre, Hildyard Road) on the 8th/9th Nov. We will be starting at the usual time of 12:00pm in line with Prashanti Bhajans. Everybody is able to participate so please put down your names for the allocated slots near the information desk.
4. LOTUSS- A program for the development of life skills of young adults is being held today here at Soar Valley Community College from 10.15am - 12.30pm.The topic will be Faith & Confidence, which will be looked at through role play and experiences. Any young adult above the age of 15 is welcome.
5. Once again we are collecting items to make up family parcels for refugees and needy people in Croatia. This is an opportunity for all of us to take part in Narayan Seva, linked to our "Ceiling On Desire" programme. Please see the information Desk for the items that can be collected. Please bring the items here to Soar Valley for the next 2 Sundays

19 October 2008

1. This year we will be celebrating Diwali on Sunday 2nd Nov here at Soar Valley from the usual time in the morning till noon. As part of the celebration there will be Ankut and all are welcome to take part in preparing and offering food. Chanchalben Mistry will be taking names at the information desk for those who want to participate, as well as giving details of the quantities required and other information. Also there will be a rangoli and Diwali Card competition. Please see Chanchalben near the information desk.
2. Akhand Bhajans will be celebrated on the 8th/9th Nov and everybody is able to participate so please think of a few bhajans that you would like to offer and next week we will display the slots to put your name against.
3. LOTUSS- A program for the development of life skills of young adults is to be held next Sunday 26th Oct At Soar Valley Community College from 10.15am - 12.30pm.The topic will be Faith & Confidence, which will be looked at through role play and experiences. Any young adult above the age of 15 is welcome. If you need more details please see Anilaben or Shirishbhai.
4. Once again we are collecting items to make up family parcels for refugees and needy people in Croatia. This is an opportunity for all of us to take part in Narayan Seva, linked to our "Ceiling On Desire" programme. Please see the information Desk for the items that can be collected. Please bring the items here to Soar Valley for the next 3 Sundays

12 October 2008

1. This year the National Spiritual Day will be celebrated on the 18th October ( Next Saturday) from 9:15am to 5:30pm in London the theme will be "In Love we are one" with special guest speaker  Dr Prithvi Raval (Brother of Gita Ram). Details are placed on the board.
2. Ladies Monthly Satsang Postponed from last week to this Monday (13th Oct)  at 7:30pm at Jyotiben Mistry's house 60 Clark Street Off Woodbridge Road.
3. This year we will be celebrating Diwali on Sunday 4th Nov here at Soar Valley from the usual time in the morning till noon. As part of the celebration there will be Ankut and all are welcome to take part in preparing and offering food. Chanchalben Mistry will be taking names at the information desk for those who want to participate, as well as giving details of the quantities required and other information. Please see Chanchalben near the information desk.
4. It is the start of a very busy period and we have Akhand Bhajans and Baba's 83rd Birthday in November and we will be announcing the details of both items over the coming weeks. For the Birthday celebrations we will be looking for many volunteers for all sorts of activities from singing, drama, stage management , decoration, cooking, serving and many more,  this will be the 83 years of our glorious avatar life that we will all be celebrating at the Prajapati hall so be ready when the opportunity comes
5. And now "Study Circle" ...Intro ....on " Why do we need Money?"
   
    

5 October 2008

1. This year the National Spiritual Day will be celebrated on the 18th October from 9:15am to 5:30pm in London the theme will be "In Love we are one" with special guest speaker  Dr Prithvi Raval (Brother of Gita Ram). Details are placed on the board.
2. Next week we have a Study Circle on " Why do we/I need Money?"