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.
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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
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activities
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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:
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