Satsang Seva Journal

In celebration of Sri M's 75th birthday, Swaasthya Hospitals at Madanapalle partnered with ArogyaM, The Sacred Grove in Chowdepalle, Vydehi Hospital in Bengaluru, and local government hospitals to conduct medical camps on 5 and 6 November 2024. Ayurveda Camp On 5 November, an Ayurveda Camp was organized to provide free consultations and medicines to 105 patients, addressing a range of health concerns, including anemia, skin disorders, hypertension, diabetes, and musculoskeletal pains. Additional Health Camps The following day, the health camps included blood donation drives, cardiac testing, and gynecology tests.  Blood Donation Camp Partner: Blood Bank, Madanapalle Participants: 7 blood donors Cardiac Health Camp Partner: Vydehi Hospital, Bengaluru Services: 34 cardiac consultations, 22 2-D ECHO tests, and 13 ECGs Gynecology Camp Partner: Vydehi Hospital Services: Women's health screening and PAP SMEAR tests for 19 patients Educational Session: Women's health awareness an...

Madhu Ki Rasoi , the community kitchen of The Satsang Foundation at Vrindavan, celebrated Sri M's 75th birthday with the distribution of 90 cups of kulhad tea to patients and their caregivers awaiting treatment in the cold outside Prem Mandir Charitable Hospital.  Later that evening, the daily meal of puris and a vegetable curry was offered with sweets to 300 recipients - sadhus, pilgrims, and daily wagers outside Mathura Railway Station. To support the Madhu Ki Rasoi initiative and provide food to the hungry, please write to us at connect@satsang-foundation.org .

The Satsang Foundation at Delhi and the Ramakrishna Ashram have long been associated with offering seva in unison. On 4 November 2024, volunteers of the Satsang Seva Mission (SSM) handed over dry rations including condiments, ghee, jaggery and a variety of vegetables for the preparation of the special khichadi to be offered on 6 November in celebration of Sri M's 75th birthday. During the a nnadaanam seva on 6 November, 650 recipients - rickshaw pullers, pavement dwellers, and daily wagers residing in the vicinity of the Ashram received this special prasad .  Extending the seva to the Lok Nayak Hospital in Delhi where caregivers of patients, daily wagers, and rickshaw pullers gathered, hoping for a respite from the winter cold, volunteers offered a freshly-prepared, piping hot meal of kadhi-chawal . 1200 recipients partook of this meal with gratitude and joy, reaching out for more of the filling meal and basking in the warmth of kindness.  To join our teams of SSM volunteers...

The 6 th of November marks the birthday of spiritual Master, Sri M and as always it ushered in a day of caring and compassion. The Satsang Seva Mission (SSM) volunteers in Bengaluru offered snack boxes to the  40 youngsters and the 20 senior citizens at Vallabh Niketan Ashram and the  40 less privileged children at Namma Mane.  Sourced from The Spastic Society of Karnataka, each snack box comprised a vegetarian puff, tetrapacks of mango juice, and a pastry. The faces of the little ones gleamed with joy as they received their individual box while gratitude was writ largely on the faces of the senior members. A spirit of cheer pervaded the ambience with the volunteers sharing the joy of the recipients. To join our SSM volunteers and experience the joy of giving and sharing, please write to us at connect@satsang-foundation.org .

In celebration of Sri M's 75th birthday on 6 November 2024, the Satsang Seva Mission volunteers in Tamil Nadu rolled up their sleeves and got to work. From feeding the hungry to caring for the elderly, their selfless acts touched countless lives.  Trichy A special annadaanam seva was conducted by a dedicated volunteer from The Satsang Foundation, a member of the royal family of Pudukottai, serving 60 individuals near the Collector's office, offering a warm meal to those in need. Chennai Located in Pallikaranai, the Love Care Centre, part of the Parthasarathy Memorial Trust, shelters 70 differently-abled children. On the occasion of Founder's Day, 34 children were served a hearty lunch. Udhavum Ullangal, a home for elderly destitute women, has received sustained support from The Satsang Foundation by way of dry rations and annadaanam seva on special occasions. On 8 November 2024, 35 ladies were served a wholesome breakfast in honor of Sri M's birthday.  In a beautiful d...

In celebration of Sri M's birthday on 6 November and the spirit of Deepavali, Satsang Seva Mission (SSM) volunteers at Mumbai came together to spread joy and compassion across the city. Through a series of heartfelt sevas , they brought smiles to the faces of the needy.  Saint Gadge Maharaj Trust, Dadar On 2 November 2024, SSM volunteers visited the Saint Gadge Maharaj Trust, which provides affordable lodging for cancer patients and their families staying in Mumbai for treatment. They distributed 200 packets of Deepavali faral (traditional snacks), bringing a festive cheer to those going through difficult times.  Srirang Anand Ashram, Thane On 3 November, the volunteers offered bedsheets and snacks to the elderly residents of Srirang Anand Ashram Old Age Home in Thane. For those who often face loneliness and neglect, these gifts brought comfort and warmth, reminding them they are seen and valued in this season of joy. Dongripada, Thane The volunteers also offered bedsheets an...

Sri M's birthday was celebrated with a heartfelt seva , bringing joy to the children of Anganwadi Kindergarten School, Kannur. Snacks and books were distributed to 10 little ones, lighting up their faces with joy and filling our hearts with gratitude. Inspired by Sir's teachings, this small act of kindness reminded us of the profound impact of nurturing young minds. A group of Satsang Foundation volunteers gathered at Wheat House, Caltex, Kannur—a place filled with cherished memories of Sri M. The gathering felt like a reunion, a coming home, bound by our shared devotion. Reflecting on Sri M's words, we carried his message of unity and love in our hearts. A shared meal filled with laughter, gratitude, and a sense of belonging concluded this joyous occasion. To join our Satsang Seva Mission volunteers, please write to us at connect@satsang-foundation.org .

The Sacred Grove at Chowdepalle, Andhra Pradesh is an inspiring centre focused on exploring the all-pervading consciousness. It also encompasses within its ambit a wellness centre, yoga, study and understanding of India's ancient spiritual scriptures, as well as plantation of indigenous trees. The 75th birthday celebrations of Sri M on 6 November included a MyTree plantation drive. The MyTree initiative of The Satsang Foundation (TSF) is founded on the premise of creating and maintaining a green environment in the spirit of maitri - amity and harmonious coexistence - with Nature. Saplings of tree species such as Pongamia, Tubebia, and Gulmohar were planted along the village roads while Tamarind, Mango, and flowering bushes were planted inside the campus. To know more about The Sacred Grove, please write to connect@satsang-foundation.org .

Founder's Day celebrations continued on 6 November 2024 at Bujumbura, Burundi as Satsang Seva Mission (SSM) volunteers distributed dry ration kits to less-privileged families at the premises of the Hindu Mandal at Mystique and Missionaries of Charity Orphanage at Gatumba Province. Rice, bread, mandazi, and chocolates were offered to provide for the basic nutritional needs of the impoverished folk, struggling to make ends meet. To participate in the Seva Utsav commemorating Sri M's 75th birthday in your city or country, please write to us at connect@satsang-foundation.org .

The Chanda Satsang Vidyalaya Lathira (CSVL) celebrated Sri M's 75th birthday with heartfelt devotion, bringing the spirit of seva to life. A special meal was prepared for the 350-400 senior residents of the nearby Vridh Ashram. In Lathira Garh Mukteshwar, students, staff, and members of The Satsang Foundation (TSF) at Delhi came together for a vibrant ceremony. Children chanted sacred verses and  members lit a diya , offering pranams and prasad at the altar of the Master. Students shared skits about Sri M's inspiring journey, including a moving reenactment of his Walk of Hope, sparking fond memories among many volunteers. A grand bhandara feast followed, welcoming students, their families, local villagers, and the ashram residents. Winter-wear, including sweaters, socks, and caps, was lovingly distributed to the children. TSF members inspired the young audience by sharing stories of Sri M's life of service, while the school principal highlighted CSVL's progress. It ...

The teachers and support staff of The Peepal Grove School (TPGS), founded by Sri M in 2006, came together to honour him on the auspicious occasion of his 75th birthday by distributing dry ration kits to 75 less-privileged families in the surrounding villages of the school at Gongivaripalli, Sadum Mandal, Andhra Pradesh. The support staff helped identify these recipients most of whom were senior citizens abandoned by their children. Everyone contributed in some way towards this celebration, displaying the great love and regard they have for Sri M. To know more about The Peepal Grove School, please visit the school website at https://peepalgroveschool.org/ .  To be a part of the Satsang Seva Mission, please write to connect@satsang-foundation.org .

Volunteers of the Satsang Seva Mission at Cuttack, Odisha commemorated Sri M's 75th birthday on 6 November with a special annadaanam seva at for 35 youngsters who receive food, clothing, and shelter at Anathashram.  A team of doctors also organized a free medical camp at Theosophy House offering care for patients with diabetes, and orthopedic and chest ailments. To join Team Cuttack and participate in the Satsang Seva Mission, please write to us at connect@satsang-foundation.org .

Sri M's 75th birthday was celebrated with a special annadaanam seva for the elderly sheltered at two old age homes at Coimbatore. Associated with Eera Nenjam Old Age Home, RS Puram since the past four years, the Satsang Seva Mission team has provided cooked meals and medicines to support the residents. On 6 November, 85 seniors were offered a hearty breakfast.  A festive breakfast was also offered to 35 aged women staying at Helping Hearts Old Age Home for Women, Poosaripalayam. Brimming with happiness, the seniors blessed the SSM team members for sharing a fulfilling meal and spending precious moments with them.  To join our SSM volunteers in Coimbatore, please write to us at connect@satsang-foundation.org .

Founder's Day, 6 November 2024, was celebrated with great joy at The Sacred Grove, Chowdepalle in Andhra Pradesh with annadaanam seva . About 200 people including The Sacred Grove workers and their families came together to partake of a sumptuous meal in a festive atmosphere at the campus. To know more about The Sacred Grove, please write to connect@satsang-foundation.org .

Satsang Seva Mission (SSM) volunteers at Nagpur celebrated Sri M's 75th birthday with annadaanam seva near the Cancer Institute at the Super Specialty Hospital in Hanuman Nagar, bringing to fruition his vision of serving the less privileged with innate joy.  A nutritious meal was served to 600 individuals from the local community between 11.00 a.m. and 12.45 p.m. The blessings of generosity formed the crux of the occasion assuring hope and compassion for the deprived. If you wish to be a part of this wonderful humanitarian activity of serving the less privileged, please write to us at connect@satsang-foundation.org .

The Mahila Seva Mandal in Pune apart from  providing  shelter to young women also rehabilitates  them and empowers  them to lead a normal life with dignity.  Volunteers of the Satsang Seva Mission (SSM) celebrated Sri M's birthday with a nutritious breakfast  for 100 residents of the ashram. The volunteers ensured that the seva was offered with due respect to the security norms of the shelter home. To join hands with the SSM volunteers in the city of Pune and reach out to the less privileged, please write to connect@satsang-foundation.org .

Sri M's 75th birthday was celebrated with a MyTree plantation drive of 75 saplings at Swami Gopalananda Theertha Saraswathy Vidyanikethan, Aluva near Ernakulam. The tree species included Jackfruit, Mango, Guava, Neem, and Teak.   More than 100 school children participated in the plantation drive, planting each sapling with a sense of reverence and purpose. As the final sapling was gently placed in the soil, a profound silence filled the air, marking a powerful tribute to Sri M's vision of maitri - amity and harmonious coexistence with Nature.  Sweet laddoos brought much joy to the students as they offered their best wishes to Sri M with warmth and love. The saplings, like his values, will grow alongside the students, standing as daily reminders of the enduring legacy he has created.  To support the Mytree initiative, please write to us at connect@satsang-foundation.org .