WHAT IS BHARAT SEVASHRAM SANGHA

The Bharat Sevashram Sangha is a purely philanthropic and charitable organization with a non-sectarian, non-communal, and non-political character and outlook.

The organization is headquartered in Kolkata, India. There are many chapters in India, which act as centers for services, hospital care, monk training, teaching, food distribution, etc. Many other chapters outside of India provide non-resident communities with a monastic environment, a center for culture and learning, and gain awareness and support of the philanthropic activities of the Sangha throughout the world.

More about Bharat Sevashram Sangha and our work

Find a chapter close to you

This website is primarily for the Chicago branch of the Bharat Sevashram Sangha of North America. Here you will find some general information about the organization, but also information specific to the Chicago ashram.

More about the Chicago branch of the ashram

View the Chicago branch's programs and activities

Events & Information

Announcements for Upcoming Events

July 25 (Sunday)
Guru Purnima Celebration
We will be holding a public function in celebration of Guru Purnima. It will begin at 4:30 pm with a havan, puja, then followed by a cultural program. Following that will be a Satyanarayana Puja. The Consultate General Mr. Ashok Hotri has agreed to join us with his family to perform the prayer and havan. There will be several Swamijis in attendance, travelling from ashrams such as New York and Canada. There will be musical dedications from local groups as well as groups travelling from outside the area. All devotees and well-wishers are invited to join us.

See entire BSS 2009-2010 Event Calendar

There are other daily and weekly activities at the Ashram. See all of the regular activities at the Ashram.

If any devotees are interested in sponsoring any ceremony or event at the ashram, please phone the Ashram and pledge your support. Your support of your community Ashram is greatly appreciated.

Dry and Canned Food Distribution

Bharat Sevashram recently collected dry and canned foods, and on December 30th, several devotees gathered to distribute them to needy members of the local community. The collection and distribution events were a great success, with over 500 pounds of dry and canned food distributed! We hope to hold another food drive soon.

Purnima, Sri Sri Maha Laxmi Puja

Maha Laxmi Puja was held at the Ashram on October 3rd. Thanks to everyone for coming and participating, and making the puja a wonderful success.

Swami Purnatmanandaji sends his Maha Laxmi Puja blessings for happiness and prosperity to all.

There was also a drawing competition that day organized for children between 5 to 10 yrs. All the participants were awarded by Swamiji.

First prize: Nupur Choudhury
Second prize: Aayush
Third prize: Ishika Sadhukhan

Sri Sri Saradia Mata Durga Puja and Navaratri Utsab Celebration

Durga Puja was held from September 18th (Mahalaya) until September 28 (Dashami Puja and Bisarjan). The puja celebration was wonderful, with a very good atmosphere and good community involvement in the puja. It was a positive experience for all ages.

Swami Purnatmanandaji sends his blessings to all who attended Sri Sri Mata Durga Puja and also to those could not attend the celebrations at the ashram. May the Mother remove all obstacles and help all members of your family be happy healthy and prosperous.

View some photos from the Durga Puja:

kalipuja1 kalipuja2 kalipuja3 kalipuja4