SaiRam Dear Members. Please find below the latest Sri Sathya Sai Center of Loudoun Newsletter.

Center Address for March 2024 Devotional Activities and SSSE Classes as communicated in center and official Whatsapp Group.

Hovatter Elementary School in Aldie – 41135 Collaboration Dr, Aldie, VA 20105.

Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/FAnFzr8dtbNo76MAA?g_st=iw

More Details about Devotional, SSSE, and Seva Activities below.

SRI SATHYA SAI GLOBAL COUNCIL – ZONE1 (USA- REGION 2)

A Warm and Loving Sai Ram Dear Members,

Hope all of you had a divine and wonderful week!

With Swami's Grace, last Sunday we had a wonderful session of SSSE classes, Devotional, and seva activities with members participating in Vedam Learning, and Knitting Baby caps/Vibhuti Packets, and lovely offering of bhajans to Swami. We thank each and every one of you for your participation.

Important Message of change in Location for the Month of February and March 2024.

SaiRam Dear Members.

We THANK Swami, all Center Members, Parents & SSSE kids for accommodating all devotional and SSSE activities at the new location @ Hovatter Elementary School in Aldie – 41135 Collaboration Dr, Aldie, VA 20105 for the whole month of February, and request the same level of participation for the month of March as we continue in the same location.

Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/FAnFzr8dtbNo76MAA?g_st=iw

Please Note and mark your calendars, We have major events lined up at the Center, Regional and National during the next couple of months.

This Sunday, March 3rd please also join us for Devotional satsang and SSSE classes & Bhajans at Hovatter Elementary School, Aldie. Looking forward to seeing all the members and parents at the center.

See below for important details.

Please find this week's Centre Newsletter, updates from all wings (Devotion, SSSE, Seva & YA) along with Center Calendar for March 2024 and Zonal/National and Regional updates.

Sai Ram

CENTER NEWSLETTER – March 03rd, 2024

Please check the attached March 2024 Calendar above.

Quick Highlights in March 2024:

This weekend Sunday March 3rd, Devotional & SSSE Classes & Bhajans at Hovatter Elementary School, Aldie from 9:30 AM onwards.

Look for more details from Devotional and SSSE Sessions.

Please mark your calendars so that you can attend the Center with family and friends, and enjoy the bliss of these special programs.

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Sai Ram

CENTER ADDRESS: Hovatter Elementary School — 41135 Collaboration Dr, Aldie, VA 20105.

Sri Sathya Sai Center of Loudoun

This Sunday, March 3rd 2024 from 09:45 AM onwards
we will have Devotional Session and Bhajan offering by SSSE kids
@ Hovatter Elementary School, Aldie

Tentative Agenda:

09:00 AM – 09:45 AM : Setup (Please join if available)

09:45 AM – 10:50 AM : 21 OMs, Chanting 21 times “Samastha Lokah”, Swami Darshan Video, Practice Lingashtakam and learning Shivopasana.

10:50 AM – 11:35 AM : SSSE Bhajans and Closing Prayers.

(YouTube Link for Shivopasana: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4XSm_ZbGTwg&t=359s)

Lyrics : https://sssbalvikas.in/courses/uncategorized/shivopasana-manthram-vedam/

SSSCL – Maha Shivaratri will be celebrated on Friday March 8th 6 PM to Sat March 9th 6 AM ( 12 Hours) at Maha & Karthik residence – @ 27125 Post Time Ct, Chantilly VA 20152.. (see Flyer and Video below). All Adults/YA’s offering Bhajans are requested to be at the venue by 5:30 PM latest.

SSSCL – Festival Hosting for Year 2024 – Last Day for receiving the signups is March 11th 2024.

Sign up Link : SSSCL Festival Hosting Signup Form

Any questions please reach out to our Devotional Coordinator Sister Sai Deepa at devotion@loudounsai.org.

Sai Ram

Samastha Lokah Sukhino Bhavanthu!!!

Sri Sathya Sai Educare (SSSE) Updates

Regular SSSE Classes on Sunday Mar 3rd @ Hovatter Elementary School, Aldie from 9:25 am onwards.

This Sunday, March 03rd – Regular SSSE classes start from 9:25 am and SSSE kids will be offering bhajans this Sunday. Please make every effort to attend bhajans after the classes.

MAHA SHIVARATRI CELEBRATIONS

SSSCL – Maha Shivaratri will be celebrated on Friday March 8th 6 PM to Sat March 9th 6 AM ( 12 Hours) at Maha & Karthik residence. (see Flyer and Video Above). We request all SSSE kids who are offering Bhajans on March 8th to be at the venue latest by 5:45pm.

Venue: 27125 Post Time Ct, Aldie VA 20152

Any questions on SSSE related activities please reach out our SSSE Coordinator Sister Sai Vajra Neeraja @ sse@loudounsai.org

Sai Ram

SEVA UPDATES

Month of March 2024 Service Activities:

* Narayana Seva (Dinner at Reston shelter): March 15th**

Desc: Prepare and serve dinner at Reston Shelter located at: 11975 Bowman Towne Dr, Reston, VA 20190 on Saturday, March 15th, 2024.

Signup link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DAFA929A0F8CF8-48313788-march#/
*Narayana Seva (Breakfast at Leesburg shelter): March 22nd**

Desc: Prepare and serve breakfast at Leesburg Shelter located at:19520 Meadowview Ct, Leesburg, VA 20175 on Saturday, March 22nd, 2024.

Signup link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DAFA929A0F8CF8-48313893-march#/
*Donating needy items at Single Women Homeless Shelter**
As part of this service activity we will purchase and donate items like Paper Bowls, Paper Plates, Spoons & Forks, Paper Towels, Laundry Detergent, and other items at Single Women Homeless Shelter.
Signup link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4DAFA929A0F8CF8-48315233-donating#/
*New Shoes/Gentle Used Shoes collecting and donating at various homeless shelters service activity.**
As part of this service activity we will be collecting new shoes/gentle used shoes & sandals(Men, Women & Kids) and distribute at
various homeless shelters during our monthly Narayana Seva(Reston & Leesburg shelters).
**NOTE: Please do not bring very old shoes and uncleaned shoes for donating(We do not accept).*

For any Seva related questions, please reach out to our Seva Coordinator Brother Vijay @ seva@loudounsai.org.

Sai Ram

Young Adults Updates

YA Re-registration Form: Please look for information from YA reps to re-confirm as active YA of the center by registering using the link below.
YA Re-Registration Form

Sri Sathya Sai Global Young Adults Conference will be held at the Divine Abode – Prasanthi Nilayam from 12th to 14th July 2024 with the theme Reconnect, Recharge, Rejoice in SAI Love.

Website Link: https://www.sssgyac.com/

The link contains information about the program, the registration link and other relevant details. Additional information is contained in the attached flyer and video.

If you have any questions and (or) looking for more YA updates, please reach out to our Female YA Rep Varsha Rao @ yafrep@loudounsai.org and Male YA Rep Arjun Sundaram @ yamrep@loudounsai.org

Sai Ram

SSSGC Regional, National and Zonal Updates

Updates from DMV Centers:

None.

SSSGC (USA) – Region 2 Updates:

Sai-lent Retreat:

We have new openings for two family rooms that have come up this week. Any devotees interested can register by using the link below;

https://region2.sssgc-usa.org/retreat/sailent-retreat-2024/

Dates: 4 PM 15th March (Friday) to 12 PM 17th March(Sunday) 2024.

Location: Vraj Temple, 51 Manor Rd, Schuylkill Haven, PA 17972.

Total Number of registrations up till now : 48.

Last Date of Registration: 29th Feb 2024.
SSSGC Region 2 Annual Memorial Day Retreat – Camp Site Visit:

Camp Site Visit for Annual Memorial date Retreat date is on 23rd March 2024.Saturday 10 AM.

Location: Camp Green Lane (249 Camp Green Lane Rd, Green Lane, PA 18054)

This is open for any interested devotee.

Please use this link to register if you would like to attend the camp site in connection with your volunteer work that you have signed up for.

https://forms.gle/H5E8Y2CmXgnN82TKA

The actual SSSGC Region 2 Annual Memorial Day Retreat Details are as follow:

Time and Dates: 5 PM 24th May (Friday) to 12 PM 27th May 2024 (Monday).

Location: Camp Green Lane (249 Camp Green Lane Rd, Green Lane, PA 18054)

SSSGC-USA National Announcements:

With Bhagawan’s immense grace, see below SSSGC USA National Devotional initiatives in preparation for Bhagawan's Centennial Birthday celebrations. We are excited to share the details of the upcoming initiatives that aim to help with our Sadhana and enrich our spiritual journey.

Sadhana Hour – Fridays, 9 PM to 10 PM EST.

Starting March 1st, we will gather for “Sadhana Hour” on most Fridays on Zoom.

First Friday of Each Month – Bhajan best practices and Learning Sessions: Sessions on the first Friday of every month will delve into best practices on leading bhajans and workshops on learning to play common instruments used in bhajans such as taalam, kanjira, harmonium, and tabla. We kick off this series with Sai Shruthi and Rashmi guiding us through the basics of playing taalam on Friday, March 1st.
Second Friday of Each Month – Study Circle Sessions: Eminent Sai devotees will moderate study circle sessions on the second Friday of each month. On the second Friday, March 8th, brother Ravi Mariwalla will lead a study circle on the topic “Practice & Inspire.” Please review the attached study guide beforehand for an enriching study circle session.
Third Friday of Each Month – Rudram Learning Session: To help follow Bhagawan's guidance on chanting Rudram, every third Friday will feature a Rudram learning session conducted by brother Venkataramana. These classes will start from the third Friday, March 15th.
Multi-Faith Talks – Select Fridays: On select Fridays, we will host multi-faith talks by esteemed guests.