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Three Meditation Retreats Summer 2024

In the summer of 2024, 30 participants attended meditation retreats at Ananda Kanan, Ananda Girisuta, and Ananda Dhiira, organized by Avtk. Ananda Acirá Ácárá and Ac. Diiptimanánanda Avt. The retreats offered yoga, meditation, and nature immersion, with highlights including Maonavrata practice, visits to scenic rivers, and lively discussions on health, nutrition, and spiritual philosophy.

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Meditation and Wellness Retreats at Ananda Vratii, PA, and Ananda Dhiira, CA

The recent Meditation and Wellness Retreats at Ananda Vratii in Pennsylvania (August 7 – 11, 2024) and Ananda Dhiira in...

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Hiking and Kayaking Retreat by the Pacific, California

From October 11-14, 2024, Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt., Avtk. Ananda Acira Ac., and Brother Maungal Dev organized a hiking and kayaking advenute near Los Altos Hills. Participants explored the regenerating redwoods of Big Basin and kayaked in Monterey Bay, encountering sea otters and seals. The retreat offered serene meditations, connection with nature, and lasting friendships amidst breathtaking scenery.

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5 Days of Spiritual Adventure: Backpacking Retreat in California

Brother Mangal Dev, Avt. Ananda Acira Ac. and Ac. Diiptimanananda Avt. organized a hiking and backpacking tour in the Lake Tahoe area, California from July 24 - 28 with the participation of eleven adults, Maungal Dev’s son, and his dog. All participants had previously attended meditation retreats organized by Didi Ananda Acira and Dada Diiptimanananda.

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Avadhutika Ananda Radhika Acarya Pracar in New York

Avadhútika Ánanda Radhiká Ácáryá (Sectorial GV) continued her sustained effort in serving the community, outreach (Pracar) and representing Ánanda Márga in various events in New York, New Jersey, Long Island, and other places.

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Acarya Parinirvanananda Avt. Summer pracar in the United States

Ac. Parinirvanananda Avt. spent the summer traveling across the United States, visiting various locations including Florida and Alabama. One of the highlights of his journey was a visit to Huntsville, Alabama, where he met with a group of senior Indian-American scientists, doctors, and professors.

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Feeding Project in Los Angeles – New Van

Ananda Marga’s Los Angeles team, led by Acarya Muktatmananda Avadhuta, has expanded its food distribution efforts thanks to a new van, enabling them to serve 2,500 people monthly. The van transports 4,900 pounds of food per trip, helping 20 volunteers provide essential services, including distributing food to the homeless in Skid Row.

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Regional Retreat at Ananda Vrati MU, Pennsylvania

A regional retreat for the Philadelphia region was held at the serene Ananda Vrati Master Unit from August 30 to September 1, 2024, bringing together 40 Margiis, Dadas, and Didis for a spiritually uplifting program. The natural beauty of Ananda Vrati, nestled in the heart of nature, provided the perfect backdrop for the retreat, offering participants a peaceful environment for contemplation and devotion.