Sai Region 3, USA, SSIO Zone 1
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Dear Embodiments of Love, Loving Sairam! “In the exploitation of natural resources, people are observing no limits in the name of their right to act as they please. I do not understand wherefrom this ‘right’ is derived. In reality there is no ‘right’. In fact, what they have is ‘responsibility’.” – Baba, Sanathana Sarathi, Nov 1997 You may be aware of a practical … Continue reading Protect the Planet | Study Circles | Use of Plastic
Swami’s Hand Written LettersListed below are a few letters that were personally written by Swami providing invaluable advice to devotees, including the “Oh Lord” Prayer. #1 – Letter to Dr. Hislop #2 – Letter to Dr. Hislop #3 – Letter to Rajagopal 1988-04-05 #4 – Letter to Rajagopal 1989-08-24 #5 – Letter to Rajagopal #6 – Oh Lord Prayer
With Bhagwan’s Blessings we are happy to announce the Sai Alumni Meet 2017 for alumni and their family members currently residing in Region 3 states. Registration form and further details are available at: Registration Form
Objective: To reflect on the importance of inviting silence into our lives if we are to proceed far on the Godward road as Swami says. Let’s begin with a short story: Story: Four monks decided to meditate silently without speaking for two weeks. By nightfall on the first day, the candle began to flicker and then went out. The first monk said, “Oh, no! The … Continue reading Silence is golden
The Heart of Buddha (From USA Website) Buddha Poornima is one of the most sacred festivals in the Buddhist calendar. It celebrates three important events in Buddha’s life- birth, enlightenment and final mergence. It occurs on the full moon day in the fourth lunar month of Vaisakha. In many of His discourses, especially to educators, students and youth, Sathya Sai Baba has said that one … Continue reading Study Circle Buddha Poornima
Serve the Planet 2017 – Overview and Phase 1 Documents“In order to protect Nature, man has to practice a ceiling on desires. He should not trigger the negative aspect of Nature. Care should be exercised in providing comforts as excessive comforts may spoil man’s mind and cause misery instead of happiness. Nothing good can be achieved without certain restraints.” (Sathya Sai Baba, Madras, Jan 21, 1993) STP-Plan.pdf CentreIdeasGuide-.pdf PlasticReductionTips.pdf Plastic-Studycircleguide.pdf ServiceIdeasGuide.pdf Dear … Continue reading Serve the Planet 2017 – Overview and Phase 1 Documents
Region 3 Officers Orientation WorkshopWith prayerful salutations to our beloved Bhagawan, we warmly welcome the 2017 – 19 team of officers of Region 3 centers and groups. The orientation workshop will be held on March 4th and 5th 2017 in Jacksonville, FL. Registration Form Workshop Dates: Saturday, March 04th 2017, 9:00 AM – Sunday, March 05th 2017, 12:00 PM Venue: Econo Lodge, 5624 Cagle Rd, Jacksonville, FL … Continue reading Region 3 Officers Orientation Workshop
US National Pilgrimage 2017Sai Ram Regional Presidents and National Officers With Swami’s Grace we are now launching the registration for the USA National Pilgrimage that will take place for 5 days from July 6 to July 10 at Prasanthi Nilayam. Included in the attached letter is the link to the Registration information as well as the Sadhana of Love program that all devotees are encouraged to participate between … Continue reading US National Pilgrimage 2017
Sai Parenting WorkshopWith Swami’s Blessings, we are pleased to announce that a Sai Parenting workshop will be conducted by Mrs. Kalika Grana in Greenville, SC on February 11th and 12th 2017. Registration Link: https://goo.gl/forms/a5WHUISyzzBnj7A73
SSIO Disaster Relief efforts in Sumatra, IndonesiaAn earthquake of 6.5 magnitude struck the northern part of Aceh in the island of Sumatra, Indonesia in the early hours of the morning on 7th December 2016. The SSIO Disaster Relief Committee is coordinating efforts with the Sathya Sai International Organisation (SSIO) in Zone 4.
Role of the Sathya Sai Organization in Swami’s Own Words“What is the special need for an organisation bearing My Name?” This question was asked by Bhagawan, and was also answered by Him in a discourse delivered on November 21st 1968. Presented below are Swami’s golden words on the role and relevance of the Sathya Sai Organization in today’s society. Swami also lays out the guiding principles to be followed by every member of … Continue reading Role of the Sathya Sai Organization in Swami’s Own Words
Annual Report for SSIO 2015-2016The 2015-2016 SSIO Annual Report was offered at the divine lotus feet of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba during the glorious 91st Birthday celebrations in Prasanthi Nilayam recently. The annual report has been published on http://sathyasai.org and you can download the article from: http://sathyasai.org/organisation/2016-annual-report.
Medical Camps at Prashanthinilayam and SSI Medical Conference – 2017Sairam Dear Center/Group Presidents: I hope you are all getting ready for the Akhanda Bhajans and for Swami’s birthday celebrations. Please see the attached documents about the medical camp to be conducted from 18th-25th November, 2016 in Prashanthinilayam during Bhagavan’s Birthday celebrations. Attached also is the information about a SSI medical conference that will be held during 2-3, September, 2017 at the Anaheim … Continue reading Medical Camps at Prashanthinilayam and SSI Medical Conference – 2017
Pilgrimage to Prasanthi Nilayam – July 2017Sairam. With Bhagwan’s Blessings, the USA National Council is happy to share the news of the planned pilgrimage to Prasanthi Nilayam in July of 2017. Please read the attachment for further details.
91st Birthday Celebrations of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai BabaMessage from Dr. Narendranath Reddy and Agenda of activities on the occasion of Bhagwan’s 91st birthday in Prasanthi Nilayam
Online Library of Devotional Songs and BhajansSai Ram Devotional Coordinators and Group Leaders, Below is an announcement by our National Devotional Coordinator, regarding a national initiative to compile more English and Spanish devotional songs (along with our current database of Indian devotional songs). Please discuss with your center officers and forward and announce this initiative to all members. We are very proud of our regional YA’s who have been instrumental in … Continue reading Online Library of Devotional Songs and Bhajans
Serve The Planet 2016 Global Initiatives – Love for AnimalsSairam Dear Center/Group Presidents: An important letter from Dr. Narendra Reddy, Chairman, Prashanthi Council, about the global service project theme, “Love for Animals.” Please discuss with your center officers and plan for service activities accordingly. Please also submit short reports with photos and videos. Best Regards Gnana Bhaskar
Sairam Dear Center/Group Presidents: Please share with your members the following update from Dr. Narendra Reddy on the relief work done by SSIO after the recent earthquake in Italy. Sairam Gnana Bhaskar Dear Brothers and Sisters, Om Sri Sai Ram. I am writing to update you on the humanitarian relief work being done by the SSIO in Italy, after the major earthquake of 24th August … Continue reading SSIO Disaster Relief in Italy
A parenting workshop by sister Kalika Grana is being hosted by the devotees of Greenville Sai Group during 29th & 30th, October, 2016. You may recall that her workshop during our regional retreat this year was a greatly appreciated and was much in demand. Please share the given link and encourage YAs and parents to avail this opportunity: http://us11.campaign-archive1.com/?u=c1830b6bd9d26dc85d5bb6474&id=ca128a747d&e=a45237f3ac
Avatar Declaration Day Celebration in Greensboro, NCSairam Dear All: Please share the following link about the joint Avatar Declaration Day celebrations by Greensboro Sai Center and the neighboring centers in North Carolina. Registration Link: Avatar Day Oct 22 Registration Date: Oct 22nd, 2016 (Please register by Monday October 17th, 2016). Time: 10.00 AM To 5.30 PM Place: 3304 Groometown Rd, Greensboro, NC 27407-6520. Program: http://media.wix.com/ugd/35433f_f6242c9b904b4494bf1e2ec8d25dd21f.pdf