December 28 – January 1, 2025
In the serene and spiritually charged atmosphere of Los Altos Hills Jagrti, 30 dedicated sádhakas gathered from December 28, 2024, to January 1, 2025, to immerse themselves in an uplifting Winter Retreat & New Year Celebration. This event, open to both in-person and online participants, was organized by Avadhútika Ánanda Acirá Ácáryá and Ácárya Diiptimanánanda Avadhúta
Each day began with the powerful vibration of Akhanda Kiirtan, filling the environment with divine bliss. The devotional fervor culminated on New Year’s Eve with an extraordinary six-hour Kiirtan, uplifting every soul in its rhythmic flow toward the Supreme. The retreat’s Sádhana Shivir intensified meditation practices, helping participants dive deep into the ocean of spiritual realization and strengthen their inner journey.
The path of self-discovery and devotion was further illuminated through Katha Kiirtan, discourse sessions, and collective reflections on the essence of Ananda Marga philosophy. Baba’s Video radiated divine inspiration, and the Ananda Vanii, read in ten languages, echoed the eternal call to march forward with unwavering spiritual resolve.
Beyond structured practices, the retreat embraced the healing presence of nature, with participants engaging in hiking and meditative walks, absorbing the serenity and vibrational purity of the natural surroundings.This transformative retreat left everyone spiritually invigorated, their hearts overflowing with devotion and renewed determination. As they stepped into 2025, each carried a sublime sense of purpose, a deeper connection with the Supreme, and an unshakable resolve to walk the path of Dharma.
