Enlightened Living Programs - CHICAGO MEDITATION | Classes
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Enlightened Living Programs - CHICAGO MEDITATION | Classes
Enlightened Living Programs Courses, Workshops, Retreats and Talks Special Public Talks by H.H. Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj November.......................................... Pgs. __ & __ Orientation to the Science of Spirituality 3rd Tuesdays: 6:30-7:15pm You are cordially invited to Science of Spirituality’s national center in Naperville for an introductory program. A video presentation will acquaint you with who we are and what we do locally and internationally. Come to experience the peace and stillness of meditation in our beautiful sanctuary. October 18, November 15, December 20, January 17.......................................................Pg.2 Introductory Jyoti Meditation: Experience how sitting in silence and focusing on the inner Light of God can bring calmness and joy into your life. October 10, 17, 24, 31, 7:00-9:00pm................Pg. November 7, 14, 21, 2:00-3:30pm....................Pg. January 9, 16, 23, 7:30-9:00pm........................Pg. Enlightened Living Courses: Jump Start Your Journey Home 3 Wednesdays, October 5, 12, 19, 7:30-9:00pm....................................................Pg.6 Setting the Stage for Meditation Saturday, November 5, 1:00-5:00pm.............Pg.8 Embracing Thankfulness Wednesday, November 9, 7:00-8:30pm............Pg. Helpful Hint for Improving Your Meditation Practices 2 Mondays, January 30, February 6 7:30-9:00pm..................................................Pg.13 Retreats: Dare to Triumph Saturday, October 1, 1:00-5:00pm.................Pg.6 The Way of the Heart Saturday, November 19, 10:00am-5:00pm....Pg.9 Bouncing Back from Life’s Challenges Saturday, December 3, 1:00-5:00pm...........Pg. 10 Vegetarian Cooking Classes: Saturdays Mexican Fiesta, October 8, 2:00pm.............Pg.6 Thanksgiving Dinner, November 12 2:00pm............................................................Pg.9 Happy Holiday Cooking, December 10 2:00pm..........................................................Pg.10 Japanese Winter Meal, January 14 1:00pm.........................................................Pg. 12 Talks and Workshops: The True Purpose of Life Tuesday, October 11, 7:30-8:45pm................Pg. 4 Daytime Spiritual Discussion Group: Courage and the Hero 4 Tuesdays, Oct 11, 25, November 8, 22 1:00-2:30pm...................................................Pg. 6 Benefits of Finding a Spiritual Guide Saturday, October 29, 4:00-5:00pm..............Pg. 6 Removing Blockages−Improving your Meditations Tuesday, November 8, 7:30-8:45pm..............Pg. 7 Health, Beauty and the Joy of Living 2 Wednesdays, November 16, 30 7:30-9:00pm ..................................................Pg. 7 Book Talk: Spark of the Divine Monday, November 21, 6:00-7:30pm...........Pg. 8 Get in the Zone−Enrich your Life with Meditation Wednesday, December 7, 7:30-8:45pm.......Pg. 10 Opportunity Knocks Wednesdays, December 14, 7:00-8:30pm....Pg. 10 Staying Present, Being Still Improving Your Meditations Wednesday, January 11, 7:30-9:00pm.........Pg. 11 Setting Spiritual Priorities−Put First Things First Tuesday, January 10, 7:30-9:00pm..............Pg. 11 Stop Worry−Be Happy Reaching Beyond Stress Monday, January 16, 7:00-8:30pm.............Pg. 11 Spiritual Time Management −Nourishing the Soul Wednesday, January 18, 7:30-9:00pm.........Pg. 12 Acceptance and Contentment Wednesday, January 25, 7:30-8:45pm.........Pg. 12 Hatha Yoga and Jyoti Meditation: October 15, November 19, 2:00-3:30pm.....Pg. __ October 19, 26, November 9 7:00-8:30pm..................................................Pg.__ Indian Community Events:.............Pgs. 13-14 Hispanic Events:..........................Pgs: 15-18 Enlightened Living Programs Meditation Meetings at Other Locations Enlightened Living Programs October 2011 through January 2012 Science of Spirituality Meditation Center 4S 175 N Naperville-Wheaton Road, Naperville, IL 60563 Telephone: 630.955.1200 Toll Free: 800.222.2207 Webpage: www.sos.org Hours: Monday through Sunday, 10am−5pm daily ►►ONGOING PROGRAMS Sundays: Call to confirm time and location 1:15–2:15pm—Meditation or 2:30pm—Spiritual Discourse 1:15 or 2:30pm—Youth Programs check for changes Toastmasters Group — Spiritually Speaking 2nd and 4th Saturdays, 4:00-5:30pm (no program on Dec. 24 Christmas eve) Toastmasters can empower you to achieve your goals and realize your dreams. By joining you can improve your Tuesdays: communication and leadership skills and 7:30pm—Spiritual Program gain confidence. Come first as a guest and decide if you wish to join our group. Thursdays: You won’t be disappointed! 7:30pm—Spiritual Program Rice Lake Community Center Saturdays: 1777 S. Blanchard Rd. Wheaton, IL 60189 6:30pm—Spiritual Program Reunión de Meditación en Español If you would like to discontinue receiving printed Satsang: Los Domingos también mailings OR you would like to receive these programs online ONLY please send your email Hindi Satsangs (2nd and 4th Fridays) address to Sunil Rajput at [email protected] We 7:00-9:00pm — Meditation and Satsang do not share email information with any other followed by Langar (free supper) organizations. ►►MEDITATION MEETINGS AT OTHER LOCATIONS BOLINGBROOK—Annerino Community Center - Board Room Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30pm October 5, 12, 19, 26 November 2, 9, 16, 30, December 7, 14, January 11, 18, 25 John Caston and Lakshmi Kapoor Willis 630.452.3542 201 Recreation Drive Bolingbrook, IL 60440 DEVON—Devon Community Bank Lower Level 2nd Tuesdays, Oct. 11, Nov, 8, Jan. 10 7:30-8:45pm *No program in Dec. Vinod and Pooja Asnani 630.788.2593 6445 N Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60645 DEVON— Indo American Center Gentle Yoga and Jyoti Meditation for Seniors 1st Wednesdays, 12noon-1:00pm Pooja Asnani 773.973.4444 6328 N. California Ave., Devon, IL 60659 JOLIET—Inner Peace Natural Healthcare Mondays, 7:00-8:15pm Elisabeth Hornich 815.773.2373 1002 129th Infantry Drive, Unit E (Turn on Campus Dr.) Joliet, IL 60435 KENOSHA—Elmwood Spiritual Center Weekly Meditation Mondays, 7:00-8:00pm, Introductory Meditation Meetings Wednesdays, 7:00−8:30pm, Spiritual Program Vivian Williams 262.620.0058 LEMONT − Hindu Temple of Greater Chicago Meditation Workshop & Video Saturdays, 11:00am−12:30pm Meditation Hall at the Lemont Temple Adult program: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM Babita and Michael Ribet 630.220.7717 10915 Lemont Road, Lemont, IL 60439 SCHAUMBURG − Schaumburg Public Library Spiritual Class 1st Wednesday - Satsang, 7:30-9:00pm check at desk for room 130 Roselle Road, Schaumburg, IL 60193 Timothy and Jan Fior Schaumburg Park Center Meditation Classes and Self-Discovery Series Wednesdays, 7:30-8:45pm October 26, Nov. 30, Jan. 25 505 North Springinsguth Road, North Entrance, Schaumburg, IL 60194 Irene Logalbo, Jasbir Singh SOUTHSIDE CHICAGO − Avalon Public Library Meditation Classes Mondays, 6:00-7:30pm October 3, 10, November 7, 21 December 5, 12 & January dates TBD 8148 South Stoney Island Avenue Chicago, IL 60617 Susan Glend, (cell 917.279.2489) [email protected] Elmwood Park Spiritual Center 3131 Taylor Avenue, Racine, WI 53405 (Basement Conference Room) Saturday, October 29, 2:00-3:30pm Finding Inner Peace in Troubled Times 4 | 630.955.1200 • 800.222.2207 • www.sos.org Science of Spirituality • Enlightened Living Programs | 5 October Events October Events Enlightened Living Programs Workshops and Talks ►►OCTOBER EVENTS Half Day Retreat Dare to Triumph: Let Go of Fear Saturday, October 1, 1:00-5:00pm Our soul is fearless. Yet life’s challenges so often deflate our security and strength with anxiety and fear. Uncertain of the future, hesitant to show our true selves… so many fears stand between us and our potential. At this half-day program learn about the all knowing, all loving, and fearless nature within ourselves. Leave this program with one less fear and start living life as an empowered soul. Sara Schiffer, CPA, Certified Lifestyle Coach Science of Spirituality Meditation Center Jump Start Your Journey Home From Ego to the Higher Self 3 Wednesdays, October 5, 12, 19 7:30-9:00pm Learn how words and actions impact your behavior and how thoughts interfere with peace of mind. Practice techniques to expand your awareness of self and others. At these interactive presentations you will discover for yourself how going within promotes peace and spiritual growth. Robert C. Gallagher, Retired Technology Manager Science of Spirituality Meditation Center 6 | 630.955.1200 • 800.222.2207 • www.sos.org Vegetarian Cooking Class Saturday, October 8, 2:00-3:30pm Mexican Fiesta Enchiladas Verde Spanish Rice Refried Beans Instructor: Mary Pomerantz Science of Spirituality Meditation Center Hatha Yoga and Jyoti Meditation Saturday, October 15, November 19 Join us for a delightful afternoon of Hatha Yoga with gentle stretches, and Jyoti Meditation Naperville Public Library Meeting room B, 95th St. Branch 3015 Cedar Glade Drive Naperville, IL 60564 Introductory Jyoti Meditation Class 4 Mondays, October 24, 31, November 7, 14, 7:00-8:30pm Experience how sitting in silence and focusing on the inner Light of God can bring calmness and joy into your life. Damon Fazio, Doctor of Naturopathy Yoga Gyan Jyoti, Center for Yoga and Ayurveda 481 North Commons Drive, Suite D Aurora, IL 60504 Email: [email protected] 331.684.8406 Introductory Meditation Class 4 Mondays, October 10, 17, 24, 31 7:30–9:00pm Learn Jyoti Meditation–experience how sitting in silence and focusing on the inner Light of God can bring calmness and joy into your life. Roseanna Biehn Science of Spirituality Meditation Center The True Purpose of Life Tuesday, October 11, 7:30-8:45pm Within each of is a Spark of the Divine. Our true purpose in life is to connect with the spark and learn how to nurture and grow the spark into a guiding Light that connects us with the Divine. Shyam will explain how Jyoti meditation, meditation on the inner Light of God, allows us to find and accomplish our true purpose in life. Devon—Devon Community Bank Lower Level Pooja and Vinod Asnani 630.788.2593 Presenter: Shyam Ahuji 6445 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60645 Let us fly on the winds of the divine current of light and sound. All we have to do is learn to meditate on that light and sound so that our soul can rise into the wondrous realms. Meditation enables us to make our connection with the spark of the Divine and reunite our individual fire with the Eternal Flame of the Divine. From Spark of the Divine by Sant Rajinder Singh (Now available from Barnes & Noble and Amazon Bookstore) Science of Spirituality • Enlightened Living Programs | 7 October Events Daytime Spiritual Discussion Group Courage and the Hero 2nd and 4th Tuesdays, October 11, 25 November 8, 22, 1:00-2:30pm Join Bette Elizabeth Drew for an engaging 4 week series of creative exploration through poetry and journaling, drawing and collage. Come to deepen your understanding of yourself and experience the calm and peace of meditation. Light snacks will be served. Bette Elizabeth Drew, Poet, Chef, Artist Science of Spirituality Meditation Center Orientation to the Science of Spirituality 3rd Tuesdays, October 18, Nov. 15, December 20, Jan. 17 6:30-7:15pm Come to experience the peace and stillness of meditation in our beautiful sanctuary. Science of Spirituality Meditation Center Elisabeth Hornich, Sunil and Jyoti Rajput, Gaetan Charest, Kate Costa November Events Hatha Yoga and Jyoti Meditation 3 Wednesdays, October 19, 26 November 9, 7:00-8:30pm Join us for a delightful afternoon of free Hatha Yoga with gentle stretches and Jyoti Meditation. Bring a mat and dress comfortably. Marketa Venerova and Vimi Shukla Certified Yoga Instructors Glenside Public Library 25 E. Fullerton Glendale Heights, IL 60139 [email protected], 630.260.1550 Benefits of Finding a Spiritual Guide Saturday, Oct. 29, 4:00-5:00pm In choosing a physical trainer or selecting a competent surgeon what would you be looking for? The need for expertise and firsthand experience become critical in the decision making process. Similarly in choosing a spiritual guide we are looking for more than intellectual knowledge. Michael Ribet will give you an opportunity to practice Jyoti Meditation. Michael Ribet, MBA Science of Spirituality Meditation Center For our soul to directly experience God requires more than outer worship. There is a part of us that wants to know God…. When we have a spiritual awakening in which we realize the need to find God, we begin to yearn to receive a firsthand personal experience of the spark of the Divine. From Spark of the Divine by Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj 8 | 630.955.1200 • 800.222.2207 • www.sos.org ►►NOVEMBER EVENTS Setting the Stage for Meditation Saturday, November 5, 1:00-5:00pm Do you get restless and fidgety instead of being receptive and focused while meditating. This practical session will prepare your body and mind for Meditation on the inner Light. After the workshop there will be a break for light supper followed by meditation. Pat Ambrosic, BS Ed. Teacher, Administrator Science of Spirituality Meditation Center Introductory Meditation Class Mondays, November 7, 14, 21 7:30–9:00pm Learn Jyoti Meditation–experience how sitting in silence and focusing on the inner Light of God can bring calmness and joy into your life. Phil Vedova, MS Counseling Psychology Science of Spirituality Meditation Center Removing Blockages—Improving your Meditations Tuesday, November 8, 7:30-8:45pm In our day-to-day interactions we often think or act in ways which hinder spiritual growth. Why keep replaying worn out tapes? To improve our meditations we need to become replace old useless habits and patterns with new practices which connect us with the higher self. Come to learn some effective ways to promote spiritual growth. Bob Gallagher, Retired Technology Manager Devon Bank − Lower level 6445 N Western Avenue Chicago, IL 60635 Vinod and Pooja Asnani 630.788.2593 Embracing Thankfulness Wednesday, November 9, 7:00-8:30pm At this workshop Roseanna Biehn will offer you a spiritual perspective on gratitude and review some ways to tap into your powerhouse of inner strength. Come to experience how Jyoti Meditation, helps shift your attention away from negative thinking towards experiencing a calmer peaceful perspective on life. Roseanna Biehn, MA, Addictions Counselor, 252.341.8232 Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street Downers Grove, IL 60514 Vegetarian Cooking Class Thanksgiving Dinner Saturday, November 12, 2:00-3:30pm Stuffed Tofu Mushroom Gravy Cranberry Mousse Instructor: Bette Elizabeth Drew Health, Beauty and the Joy of Living 2 Wednesdays, November 16, 30 7:30-9:00pm At these two seminars Elisabeth will explain the deeper meaning of health and well being from a holistic point of view. She will talk about the healing aspects of the soul and explore with you how the body, mind and soul interconnect. Topics will include nutrition, conscious living techniques and tuning ourselves with the divine through meditation, the ultimate source of health and lasting joy. Elisabeth Hornich, Speech Therapist, Theater Arts Science of Spirituality Meditation Center Science of Spirituality • Enlightened Living Programs | 9 November Events December Events ►►DECEMBER EVENTS Half Day Retreat Bouncing Back from Life’s Challenges Coping with Change Saturday, December 3, 1:00-5:00pm Change is inevitable. Some changes are unexpected and painful. At this workshop, Cathy will suggest how to practice resilience, bouncing back from difficult situations by adapting to events and relationships. She will explore how using spiritual practices contributes to maintaining equipoise in the midst of change. Please pre-register. A light meal will be provided at the break. Cathy Gallagher, MSW, MS Psychology Science of Spirituality Meditation Center Retreat for Everyone The Way of the Heart─Developing Patience and Divine Love Saturday, November 19, 10:00am-5:00pm Drawing from his forty years on the Sant Mat spiritual path, Andrew Vidich PhD will focus on how developing patience and love can transform your life. It’s been said that there are no shortcuts on the spiritual path. Time, effort and commitment are necessary. Using the spiritual teachings of three great Spiritual Masters and the mystic poetry of Sant Darshan Singh Ji Maharaj, Mira Bai, Rabia Basri and Maulana Rumi, Andrew offers practical methods for deepening our capacity to love and grow spiritually At this retreat you will participate in activities which allow you to experience these virtues by examining your life, learning new ways, and experiencing the connection with love and grace through meditation. Andrew Vidich, PhD, Transpersonal Psychology?? and Elisabeth Hornich, Speech Therapist Science of Spirituality Meditation Center Upon the spiritual health depends the physical health. Sant Kirpal Singh Book Talk: Spark of the Divine Monday, November 21, 6:00-7:30pm Michael Ribet, practitioner of forty years, will highlight some of the deep insights and words of wisdom of the author, a world-renowned Spiritual Master of meditation, Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj. Michael will point towards some of the Master’s descriptions of the spiritual journey, available to all through meditation. Michael Ribet, MBA, Businessman Avalon Public Library Chicago, IL 60617 Call Susan at 917.279.2489 12 | 630.955.1200 • 800.222.2207 • www.sos.org Vegetarian Cooking Class Happy Holiday Baking Saturday, December 10, 2:00-3:30pm Have fun with a basic recipe! Make cakes and cupcakes with variations, topped with holiday theme trims. Enjoy the samples-of course!! Instructor: Martina Shaneyfelt Please pre-register for this holiday event. Introductory Jyoti Meditation Monday, December 5, 12, 19 7:30-9:00pm Experience how sitting in silence and focusing on the inner Light of God can bring calmness and joy into your life. Cathy Gallagher Science of Spirituality Meditation Center Getting in the Zone Wednesday, December 7, 7:00-8:15pm Success in any field starts with being focused and staying in the “Zone.” Sports heroes like Phil Jackson, succeed by teaching the players to focus using meditation. Likewise, to progress spiritually, we need an expert to guide our spiritual practices. Markus will describe techniques for stilling the mind and creating a “zone” conducive to spiritual growth. Markus Schramm, Entrepreneur and Business Owner, BS Industrial Engineering Bolingbrook Recreation Center 201Recreation Drive Bolingbrook, IL 60440 Opportunity Knocks Wednesday, December 14, 7:00-8:30pm Have you asked yourself some of the perennial questions: Is this all there is to life? Where am I going? How can I get there? Join Roseanna Biehn who believes her life’s experiences were not accidental. Roseanna will lead a discussion aimed at helping you look at your own messages. You will have two opportunities to meditate to deepen your awareness. Roseanna Biehn Downers Grove Public Library 1050 Curtiss Street Downers Grove, IL 60514 Science of Spirituality • Enlightened Living Programs | 13 January Events January Events ►►JANUARY EVENTS Setting Spiritual Priorities– Putting First Things First Spiritual Time Management– Nourishing the Soul Introductory Jyoti Meditation Class Tuesday, January 10, 7:30-9:00pm In the business world we know that “First Things First” is an axiom to success. What are the true priorities for our life? To gain spiritually we have to focus on what lasts, what we can take with us. Pooja Asnani will explain how mediation helps you see things from a higher perspective. You will have an opportunity to meditate and start the habit of putting “First things First” on a daily basis. Vinod and Pooja Asnani 630.788.2593 Devon—Devon Community Bank Lower Level 6445 N Western Avenue Chicago, IL 60635 Wednesday, Jan 18, 25 7:30-9:00pm Are you caught up in the many demands of your life? Do you want to shift your priorities and find time for prayer and meditation? Start now to step towards your new goal. Find out what practices deeply impacted the lives of the mystics. Using their lives as models, Carlos will suggest some practical steps you can take to begin experiencing inner peace and tranquility through meditation. Carlos Lozano, Lawyer Science of Spirituality Meditation Center 3 Mondays, January 9, 16, 23, 7:00−8:30pm Experience how sitting in silence and focusing on the inner Light of God can bring calmness and joy into your life. Mary Kaye and Harold Berjohn Science of Spirituality Meditation Center Staying Present, Being Still Improving Your Meditations Wednesday, January 11, 7:30− 9:00pm The present moment is all we really have control over. How can we learn to improve our focus? Through exercises and practice, you can expand your consciousness and concentrate better. Come to practice staying centered and present. Sue Gallagher Science of Spirituality Meditation Center Vegetarian Cooking Class Japanese Winter Meal Saturday, January 14, 1:00-2:30pm Miso Vegetable Soup Vegetable Tempura Vegan Sushi Instructor: Gregory Serber Stop Worry─Be Happy Reaching Beyond Stress Monday, January 16 7:00-8:30pm Happiness is not something we learn from a book, we have to experience it. What makes you happy and where can you find true happiness? Worldly happiness would be temporary if we are spiritual beings with physical bodies. However, most of us look for happiness outside ourselves. Join Mary Pomerantz as she explains how meditation opens an inner doorway to lasting joy and bliss. Mary Pomerantz, Business Consultant Oswego Public Library Reading Street, Montgomery campus Vegetarianism is not just a matter of healthy living, but is the highest expression of love for God who created all creatures, and love for our younger brothers and sisters. Acceptance and Contentment Wednesday, January 25, 7:30-8:45pm Acceptance and contentment are spiritual ways of living out Sweet is Thy Will. Once we accept God always sends us the best, we can focus our efforts on growing spiritually and starting each day with meditations and ending each day with introspection. Sunaina Grover Asnani and Danny Asnani Schaumburg Park District 505 N. Springinsguth Schaumburg, IL 60194 Helpful Hints for Improving Your Meditation Practices 2 Mondays, January 30, February 6 7:30-9:00pm Gain a deeper awareness of the value of using accurate techniques when meditating. Experience how concentration maximizes the use of precious time and brings greater spiritual satisfaction. Anju Chopra and Kavita Nagpal Science of Spirituality Meditation Center Sant Darshan Singh Ji Maharaj 14 | 630.955.1200 • 800.222.2207 • www.sos.org Science of Spirituality • Enlightened Living Programs | 15 Indian Events ►►INDIAN COMMUNITY EVENTS Hindi events Call 877-4-SANGAT Once we tap our inner resources, we can experience a profound transformation that will enrich all areas of our lives−from personal relations, to physical, mental; and emotional health, to our work, to our spiritual growth, and to the attainment of our life’s goals. Empowering Your Soul through Meditation Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj Satsangs in Hindi Language 2nd and 4th Fridays, 7:00-9:00pm Science of Spirituality Meditation Center 4S 175 Naperville-Wheaton Rd., Naperville, IL 60563 Sachaee Friday, October 14, 7:00-9:00pm God is Truth and the way back to God is the path of True living. What are the challenges to following a path of True living? Karwa Chauth—Festival for Women Saturday, October 15, 4:00-9:00pm Join us for the fast called Karwa Chauth, a very popular event with Hindu married women of India. They believe that by observing this festival, women contribute to the prosperity, health, and longevity of their spouses. The event begins at 4pm – with a ceremony of passing of the plates. At moonrise, when it becomes dark, everyone celebrates with a potluck supper. Varsha Bhatia Science of Spirituality Meditation Center 16 | 630.955.1200 • 800.222.2207 • www.sos.org Indian Events Hispanic Events Diwali-Deepawali Kshama / Forgive (Festival of Lights) Friday, October 28, 7:00-10:00pm Diwali Deepawali symbolizes victory over ignorance and darkness by knowledge and light. Diwali reminds us to shine our love and light on everyone and to invert our attention to the source of all-light through meditation. Collection Box for Food Drive for Loaves and Fishes Pantry-Naperville Varsha Bhatia and Poonam Gupta Friday, December 9, 7:00-9:00pm Old wounds and scars can be very painful and unkind words hurt for a long time. Meditation opens the pathway to new perspective on life, bringing with it unselfish love and capacity to forgive. Our soul is part of God. Each of is blessed with a way to find God who sits within us. From Spark of the Divine by Sant Rajinder Singh Ji Maharaj Shakahaari Jeevan / Diet Friday, November 11 – 7:00-9:00pm Vegetarianism is not just a matter of healthy living, but is the highest expression of love for God who created all creatures in this world. Shukrana / Gratitude Friday, November 25, 7:00-9:00pm If gratitude is felt every minute of the day, there is never any room for misery. An attitude of gratitude improves one’s physical and mental health, and is a key ingredient of success in life. Holiday Celebration Friday, December 23 Holidays are a time to experience joy and happiness. How do we make this sense of well-being last beyond the season? By recognizing the source of true peace and happiness inside ourselves, we can tap in to bliss all year long and find lasting fulfillment. Praarthna / Prayer January 13, 7:00-9:00pm We pray to God much more when we are in pain. What is true prayer? What should we pray for and how should we pray? Is there any need to pray when we have surrendered to God’s will? We will hear the words of saints on the meaning of true payer. Patrata / Receptivity ►►HISPANIC PROGRAMS OCTOBER – JANUARY MEDITATION MEETINGS AT OTHER LOCATIONS Reunión de Meditación en Español En Otros Sitios Cicero 708.308.6688 / 773.322.2076 Lunes 6:00–7:30pm Centro Comunitario de Cicero 2250 S. 49th Ave Cicero, IL 60804 Pilar Campos Y Pedro Medina Elgin 708.374.0054 Jueves 6:30−8:00pm Gail Borden Public Library 270 N. Grove Ave Elgin, IL 60120 Teresita Sosa Aurora 407.484.6405 Segundo y cuarto viernes de cada mes 6:30−8:00pm Prisco Community Center 150 W. Illinois Ave Aurora, IL 60506 Maria Teresa Aponte Naperville 630.947.1772 Martes y jueves 7:30–8:30 pm Sábado 6:30–7:30 pm Domingo 2:30−3:30 pm 4S 175 N Naperville Wheaton Road Naperville, IL 60563 Ivan Chala Berwyn 708.733.4535 Viernes 7:30−8:30pm 3138 South Oak Park Berwyn, IL 60402 Baltasar Zamudio January 27, 7:00-9:00pm In Urdu the word Khuda means, one who comes on His own. God gives His experience on His own. What we have to do is to be an empty cup so that the divine nectar can flow in freely. 18 | 630.955.1200 • 800.222.2207 • www.sos.org Science of Spirituality • Enlightened Living Programs | 19 Hispanic Events ►►HISPANIC PROGRAMS Programa Especial - Domingo Noviembre 6, 2:30pm Charla publica: “Encontrando la felicidad verdadera a través de la meditación” Public Talk: “Finding True Happiness through Meditation” Pensamos que la felicidad está por fuera de nosotros. Pensamos que esta yace en las riquezas, en el nombre y la fama, en las posesiones y en las relaciones. Pero la verdadera felicidad yace dentro de nosotros mismos. En lugar de buscar el verdadero tesoro fuera de nosotros, debemos sentarnos en meditación para descubrir la verdadera riqueza interna. Entonces encontraremos que nuestras vidas se llenan de amor, bienaventuranza, paz, y felicidad eternas. Ofreceremos cuidado de niños, fácil parqueo y bocadillos vegetarianos, todo es completamente gratis. Salón de banquetes La Sierra de Aurora, 2121 East New York Street, , Aurora, IL 60503 Karma y reencarnación (Karma and Reincarnation) Jueves, octubre 13, 7:00pm – 8:00pm Conozca que es el karma, como se genera y que puede hacer para reducir la carga karmica, logrando de esta manera salir de la rueda de la transmigración. Teresita Sosa Gail Borden Public Library 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 Hispanic Events Demostración de cocina (Cooking Demo) Viernes, octubre 14, 6:30pm – 8:30pm En esta clase presentaremos alternativas de comida que nos traen grandes beneficios a nivel físico, mental y espiritual, al final de la sesión realizaremos una demostración práctica de cómo preparar estos alimentos de manera fácil, saludable y muy económica. Maria Teresa Aponte Prisco Community Center 150 W. Illinois Ave, Aurora, IL 60506 Demostración de cocina vegetariana La meditación y las virtudes éticas Demostraciones de cocina vegetariana (Meditation and Ethical virtues) Jueves, octubre 27, 7:00pm – 8:00pm La práctica frecuente de meditación y el llevar una vida ética nos traen una transformación positiva a nuestras vidas, en esta sesión trataremos la técnica de meditación en detalle. Teresita Sosa Gail Borden Public Library 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 (Vegetarian Cooking demos) Una dieta vegetariana equilibrada dará como resultado una salud y bienestar físico superior y un alcance espiritual más elevado, en estas sesiones mostraremos como preparar deliciosos platos vegetarianos, ofreciendo una alternativa deliciosa, saludable y muy económica! Lucy Pérez Lunes, noviembre 14, 6:00pm – 8:00pm Centro Comunitario de Cícero 2250 S. 49th Ave, Cícero, IL 60804 La compasión y el perdón (Compassion and Forgiveness) (Vegetarian Cooking Demo) Lunes, octubre 17, 6:00pm – 8:00pm Una dieta vegetariana equilibrada dará como resultado una salud y bienestar físico superior y un alcance espiritual más elevado, en esta sesión mostraremos como preparar falafel, el cual es un plato delicioso, nutritivo y muy fácil de preparar! Luisa Fernanda Ramirez Centro Comunitario de Cícero 2250 S. 49th Ave Viernes, octubre 28, 6:30pm – 8:30pm El paso más difícil hacia la paz es el primer paso, y es el perdón. Tenemos que aprender a olvidar el pasado y perdonar a nuestros enemigos. Debemos desarrollar la compasión por aquellos que nos han hecho daño en el pasado. Gustavo Esquivel Prisco Community Center 150 W. Illinois Ave, Aurora, IL 60506 Como vencer las dificultades en la meditación Viernes, noviembre 4, 6:30pm – 8:30pm Nuestra mente está en constante actividad, pero al aquietarla por un momento podemos lograr grandes beneficios como lo son la reducción de la tensión, el mejorar nuestra salud física, así como, beneficios mentales, emocionales y espirituales. Carlos Lozano Prisco Community Center 150 W. Illinois Ave, Aurora, IL 60506 (Overcoming the difficulties in meditation) Lunes, octubre 24, 6:00pm – 8:00pm La técnica de meditación Jyoti es muy sencilla pero poderosa, en esta charla nos enfocaremos en la técnica de meditación y como vencer las dificultades que se nos presentan al practicarla, compartiremos consejos prácticos y efectivos para mejorar el enfoque de nuestra atención. Juan Carlos Ramirez Centro Comunitario de Cícero 2250 S. 49th Ave 20 | 630.955.1200 • 800.222.2207 • www.sos.org Aquietando la mente (Stilling the Mind) Teresita Sosa Jueves, noviembre 17, 7:00pm – 8:00pm Gail Borden Public Library 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 Maria Teresa Aponte Viernes, noviembre 18, 6:30pm – 8:30pm Prisco Community Center 150 W. Illinois Ave, Aurora, IL 60506 La bendición de dar (The blessing of Giving) Lunes, noviembre 21, 6:00pm – 8:00pm El verdadero servicio desinteresado es una expresión de amor. El verdadero servicio desinteresado es más que ayudar a nuestra familia física (es ayudar a toda la humanidad). Hay varios tipos de servicio desinteresado: físico, intelectual y espiritual o servicio del alma, en este taller hablaremos de los diferentes tipos de servicio desinteresado y como vencer las dificultades que se presentan al prestarlo. Pilar Campos Centro Comunitario de Cícero 2250 S. 49th Ave, Cícero, IL 60804 Science of Spirituality • Enlightened Living Programs | 21 Hispanic Events Demostracion de cocina vegetariana con platos navideños (Vegetarian Cooking demo) Jueves, diciembre 15, 7:00pm – 8:00pm En esta demostración práctica enseñaremos como realizar nuestros deliciosos platos navideños típicos de forma vegetariana, al final tendremos la oportunidad de compartir estos deliciosos platillos. Teresita Sosa Gail Borden Public Library 270 N Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 Maria Teresa Aponte Viernes, diciembre 16, 6:30pm – 8:30pm Prisco Community Center 150 W. Illinois Ave, Aurora, IL 60506 Pilar Campos Lunes, diciembre 19, 6:00pm – 8:00pm Centro Comunitario de Cícero 2250 S. 49th Ave, Cícero, IL 60804 Taller de meditación Jyoti (Jyoti Meditation workshop) Viernes, enero 20, 27, y febrero 3 6:30pm – 8:30pm En este taller usted podrá aprender y practicar la técnica de meditación Jyoti, mediante la meditación usted puede beneficiarse de manera mental, emocional, física y espiritual. Este taller trata en detalle la técnica así como ejercicios para mejorar su práctica de meditación. Ivan Chala Prisco Community Center 150 W. Illinois Ave, Aurora, IL 60506 “Si su organización está interesada en recibir alguno de nuestros talleres u oradores por favor escribanos a [email protected].” 22 | 630.955.1200 • 800.222.2207 • www.sos.org