Home Homepage – UK Get Involved – UK Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur London Spiritual Centre Home London Spiritual Centre Get Involved Schedule Youth Festival Pujya Gurudevshri in London 2024 Spiritual Activities Youth Activities Children Activities Social Initiatives Get Involved The Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur London Spiritual Centre hosts a variety of spiritual activities and social initiatives suitable for all ages. Contact us if you wish to get involved in any of the below activities or register for our newsletter to stay updated with the latest information from the Centre and upcoming events. Spiritual Activities A Journey Within Spiritual activities at the Centre provide an excellent opportunity for the spiritual growth for all seekers. The centre is home to group viewings of Pujya Gurudevshri’s discourses, discussions to deepen your understanding and meditation sessions to expand your inward journey. Each spiritual activity taps into a deeper dimension, allowing you to bloom into your fortress of peace. Discourses Take a dip in the ocean of wisdom through group viewings of discourses by Pujya Gurudevshri to attain clarity of mind, purity of heart, and discovery of the self. Brimming with knowledge and inspiration, these discourses can become the nectar leading you to inner bliss. Contact us Discourse Retreats Go deep. Retreats are a series of discourses by Pujya Gurudevshri centred on a selected spiritual scripture every year. An immersive experience, bringing to light the timeless wisdom contained within ancient texts, touching the mind, heart and soul. Contact us Study Group Regular gatherings to explore Pujya Gurudevshri’s teachings and spiritual texts through group discussions, viewing of discourses, experience sharing and lively interactions integrated with introspection and reflection. Sessions are held fortnightly on Tuesday evenings. Contact us Meditation Sessions & Retreats Weekly sessions, half-day retreats and residential weekend programmes offered regularly to provide a conducive atmosphere for aspirants to deepen their inward journey. Explore your inner universe through a variety of techniques, unveil the vastness of your true nature, and experience the freedom and joy that are inherent in every moment of life. Sessions applicable to seekers of any background and all levels. Contact us Talks & Workshops Workshops, interactive talks and self-development courses addressing the diverse needs of many, including seekers, the youth and organisations led by guest speakers, organisations and Swadhyaykars (devotees trained by Pujya Gurudevshri). Contact us Dharmayatra A vehicle for change, dharmayatras or spiritual tours combine the piousness of a pilgrimage with the festivity of a celebration. Thousands bask in the presence, wisdom and compassion of Pujya Gurudevshri as He visits the UK every year. Contact us Would you like to join any of the spiritual activities? Contact Mayur Mehta – Tel: 07957 140261 or london@srmd.org Youth Activities Empowering the youth with a Higher Purpose Through a global 5 S programme, Pujya Gurudevshri harnesses the creative potential and intelligence of the younger generation, steering them towards a higher goal. 1. SatsangTimeless Wisdom for Today’s Youth A high-energy field that rectifies beliefs and gives a higher purpose to life. Pujya Gurudevshri’s wit, wisdom and spiritual wealth in the form of discourses is timeless and practical. Demystifying spirituality and making it digestible and enjoyable, His real-world message encases a universality that keenly resonates with today’s youth. Youth group gatherings are held every two weeks on a Saturday morning. Contact us 2. SadhanaThe Practise of Spirituality The development and nourishment of the self for an enriching life, given spiritual practice greater meaning beyond a set of rituals. Pujya Gurudevshi has adopted a personalised approach for the youth, empowering them to take their first steps into a spiritual living through practices of introspection, meditation, study & yoga. Contact us 3. SevaThe Art of Selfless Service Pujya Gurudevshri has channelled youth dynamism into selfless service, lovingly opening their hearts and minds to expand beyond themselves and extend towards others. Youth across the UK are passionately contributing in both the Mission’s administrative activities as well as the social initiatives under the 10-care Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care programme. Contact us 4. SanskrutiCelebrating Values through Culture Developing character by strengthening roots is at the heart of Pujya Gurudevshri’s training for the youth. He builds upon their inherent potential, reaping abundant virtues. With avenues to explore their natural talents and artistic capacities, the youth celebrate values through cultural expressions such as drama, dance and music. Contact us 5. SportsField Goals to Higher Goals Pujya Gurudevshri’s knack to infuse every activity with spirituality can be seen in the deployment of sports. Bolstering all round development, sports is used as an instrument to foster team spirit, grit and determination, and a balanced attitude towards success and failure. Contact us Want to meet spiritually inclined like-minded youth? Contact Manthan Taswala – Tel: 07920 105093 or london.youth@srmd.org Children Activities Shrimad Rajchandra Divinetouch A global chain of value-education classes for children. Divided into three programmes designed specifically for the different stages of a child’s development, the initiative aims to inspire and enable children lead a meaningful life, in line with the teachings of Enlightened Beings. MagictouchUnfolding the divinity in little hearts (4 to 8 years) A learn-through-fun value-education programme inspired by the teachings of spiritual leaders and great personalities from different faiths and traditions world over. Contact us Arhat TouchLiving the Jain way (9 to 12 years) A new-age Jain pathshala (school) aimed at reviving interest and participation in Jain religious traditions and promoting a deeper and more meaningful insight into Jain philosophy. Contact us SpiritualtouchBeing rooted in wisdom (13 to 16 years) An interactive self-improvement and self-development programme that encourages making wise choices and living purposefully. Contact us E CubeSchool Connect Programme A programme specially developed for primary and secondary schools to help empower, entertain and elevate children and teenagers by stimulating the internalisation of universal values. Contact us Do you have children who could benefit by attending classes? Contact Jignasha Mehta – Tel: 07740 464902 or london@divinetouch.srmd.org Social Initiatives Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care A benevolent initiative of Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur to offer service and bring joy to the underserved sections of society through a holistic 10-care programme. Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care enjoys Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council since 2020. 10 Care Programme Our unique 10-fold benevolent programme focuses on a wide range of high quality, charitable, and sustainable initiatives for the welfare of people, animals, and the environment. Over 50 holistic and multi-pronged projects are powered by the genuine empathy of highly motivated volunteers. Health Care Educational Care Child Care Woman Care Tribal Care Community Care Humanitarian Care Animal Care Environmental Care Emergency Relief Care Health Care Rural populations in South Gujarat rank amongst one of the poorest in the country. Our Health Care initiative covers the entire spectrum of primary, secondary, and tertiary care to render an all-encompassing medical solution for those who cannot access or afford it. Dedicated institutions form the focal point of our delivery model while outreach programmes ensure the last mile delivery of services. Projects Shrimad Rajchandra Hospital A multi-speciality, charitable hospital Shrimad Rajchandra Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Specialised medical care for newborn babies Shrimad Rajchandra District Early Intervention Centre Centre to prevent or minimise physical or neurological disabilities in newborn babies and infants Shrimad Rajchandra Viklang Centre Dedicated centre for the treatment of the physically challenged Shrimad Rajchandra Medical Camps Free multi-diagnostic camps Shrimad Rajchandra Health Education & Awareness Lessons (HEAL) Spreading health awareness Contact us Educational Care Access to education is limited in one of the major tribal belts of South Gujarat. Our Educational Care initiative focuses on a child’s overall development by assimilating academic performance with extra-curricular activities, and value-based education with skill development. Projects Shrimad Rajchandra Vidyapeeth A science college for aspiring tribal youth Shrimad Rajchandra Gurukul A progressive secondary and higher secondary rural school Shrimad Rajchandra Vidyavihar A primary and secondary residential school for tribal children Shrimad Rajchandra Educational Aids Distribution of notebooks and stationery at highly subsidised rates Shrimad Rajchandra Education on Wheels A mobile van to impart quality education in rural areas Shrimad Rajchandra Vidya Vikas Yojana Interest-free loans and scholarships Shrimad Rajchandra Education Outreach Programme Making education available at the doorstep Shrimad Rajchandra Learning Education and Development (LEAD) Special coaching and career counselling for rural students as well as teachers training programmes Contact us Child Care Our Child Care initiative is designed to safeguard all aspects of the well-being of children – from health to education and from birth till the early years of adulthood. Projects Shrimad Rajchandra Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Specialised medical care for newborn babies Shrimad Rajchandra District Early Intervention Centre Centre to prevent or minimise physical or neurological disabilities in newborn babies and infants Shrimad Rajchandra Child Malnutrition Treatment Centre Providing treatment to children suffering from malnutrition Shrimad Rajchandra Gurukul A progressive secondary and higher secondary rural school Shrimad Rajchandra Vidyavihar A primary and secondary residential school for tribal children Shrimad Rajchandra Life Skills Programme Value based education for rural children Shrimad Rajchandra Remedial Education and Learning (REAL) Supporting children with learning difficulties Shrimad Rajchandra Mid-Day Meal Programme Providing nutritious, hygienic mid-day meals for school children Shrimad Rajchandra Kala Utsav Platform for rural youth to enhance and showcase talents Contact us Woman Care Our Woman Care initiative empowers lesser privileged women in villages with education, maternal health care, sustenance support, and employment opportunities. Projects Shrimad Rajchandra Safe Motherhood Programme Opportunity for expectant mothers to deliver in a safe and clean environment Shrimad Rajchandra Women Empowerment Programme Empowering rural women with employment opportunities and sustainable living Shrimad Rajchandra Health Education Programme for Adolescent Girls Awareness of adolescent issues and rights of the girl child Shrimad Rajchandra Higher Education Resource (HER) Financial support for rural girls pursuing higher studies Shrimad Rajchandra Sowing for Energy, Empowerment and Development (SEED) Improving family nutrition levels and supplementing livelihood through cultivation of organic kitchen gardens Shrimad Rajchandra Financial Literacy and Opportunities for Women (FLOW) Imparting literacy to rural women on aspects of financial management Shrimad Rajchandra Widow Welfare Programme Support to widows through distribution of essential items Contact us Tribal Care Our Tribal Care initiative strengthens marginalised communities through social and economic development. Projects Shrimad Rajchandra Mobile Medical Care Dispensary at the doorstep of rural families Shrimad Rajchandra Skill Development Centre Training centre for tribal youth to inculcate a spirit of entrepreneurship and improve job prospects Shrimad Rajchandra Indigenous Skills Programme Providing avenues for promotion of local skills and economic support Shrimad Rajchandra Cattle Wealth for Farmers Providing cattle to poor farmers for their livelihood Shrimad Rajchandra Learning & Inculcating Value Education (LIVE) Initiatives to eradicate vices and inculcate values Contact us Community Care Undertaking programmes that strengthen community bonding is at the heart of our Community Care initiative. Projects Shrimad Rajchandra Organ Donation Programme A global public awareness campaign to encourage and promote organ donation after death Shrimad Rajchandra Prisoner Upliftment & Reform Efforts (PURE) Supporting the spiritual and moral growth, and physical and mental health of prisoners. Shrimad Rajchandra Computer Classes Free computer education in rural areas Shrimad Rajchandra Pustakalay Donating libraries to foster the joy of reading Shrimad Rajchandra Sports Pavilion Creating facilities for sports Shrimad Rajchandra Cleanliness Drives Sanitation and cleanliness drives in public places Shrimad Rajchandra Community Garden Building community gardens for improved quality of life Contact us Humanitarian Care With purposeful compassion, our Humanitarian Care initiative aims to help ease the pain and suffering through sustenance, emotional and vocational support, leading towards self-reliance and dignity. Projects Shrimad Rajchandra Hunger Relief Programme Distributing food to the poor and homeless Shrimad Rajchandra Distribution of Essential Aids for Respite (DEAR) Mass distribution of utility items Shrimad Rajchandra Vocational Training Imparting vocational training to the lesser privileged for their self-sustenance Shrimad Rajchandra Differently Abled Programme Supporting homes for the physically challenged Shrimad Rajchandra Affection for Aged Aiding old age homes Shrimad Rajchandra Hospice Help Supporting homes for the terminally ill Contact us Animal Care Innumerable animals are killed for food, clothing, entertainment and experimentation every year. The goal of our Animal Care initiative is to create a model Ahimsa Centre that provides relief through medical care, shelter, and protection, and fosters a bond of love with animals. Projects Shrimad Rajchandra Saving Animals From Execution (SAFE) Rescuing animals from slaughter and relocating them to animal shelters Shrimad Rajchandra Jivamaitridham Secure housing for rescued cows, calves and bulls, providing them with fodder and a holistic environment Shrimad Rajchandra Animal Nursing Home A one-of-its-kind facility providing quality medical care to animals and birds, at no cost or highly subsidised rates. Shrimad Rajchandra Mobile Veterinary Service Preventive, first-aid and medical treatment to animals Shrimad Rajchandra Animal Helpline A dedicated contact number and ambulances to help save lives of sick and injured animals and birds Shrimad Rajchandra Cattle Rehabilitation Programme Rehabilitating cattle to farmers and securing them a home Shrimad Rajchandra Ahimsa Awareness Drive Spreading awareness of an ahimsa-based lifestyle Contact us Enviromental Care Our Environmental Care initiative works towards the protection and sustainability of the environment through a myriad of endeavours including efficient use of natural resources, tree plantations, water conservation, recycled and eco-friendly products, and alternate energy resources. Projects Shrimad Rajchandra Grow Green Enriching the environment through tree plantations Shrimad Rajchandra Eco Paper Drive Saving trees by using eco-friendly paper Shrimad Rajchandra Recycling & Environment Awareness Programme (REAP) Cultivating an eco-friendly culture and recycling waste products Shrimad Rajchandra Alternate Energy Programme Promoting use of alternate energy sources Shrimad Rajchandra Water Conservation Programme Implementing measures to conserve water Contact us Emergency Relief Care Our Emergency Relief initiative provides immediate and long-term rehabilitation to communities affected by natural disasters. Projects Maharashtra Drought 2018/19 De-silting, deepening, repair and reconstruction of check dams. Kerala Floods 2018 Distribution of food and daily essentials at relief camps and in villages. Gujarat Floods 2017 Long-term rehabilitation efforts through the reconstruction of school, homes and animal shelter. Hurricane Harvey 2017 (USA) Distribution of food supplies, medicines, clothes and essentials to shelters, churches, and community centres. Uttarakhand Floods 2013 Immediate relief and long-term rehabilitation initiative of rebuilding schools. Assam Floods 2012 Distribution of educational aids to school children in the affected areas. Leh Cloudburst 2010 Distribution of educational supplies to the children of Leh to ensure continuity of education. Surat Floods 2006 Support to slum-dwellers by way of monthly food supplies and other essentials. Chennai Tsunami 2004 Relief work in the form of house reconstruction and supplying clothing and food to the affected people. Contact us Local Charitable Activities • Donating vegetarian food items to Red Trust in Bushey and other local food banks in Watford and Harrow. • Regular visits to local Elderly Care Homes in Brent, Harrow and Bushey. • Blood and organ donation drives across Harrow and Brent. • Clothing distribution to homeless charities in Watford, St Albans, Harrow and Barnet through the Power of One clothing drive. • Donating to the National Animal Welfare Trust shelter in Watford to improve facilities enabling an increase in animal adoption rates. • Participation in the Tree Plantation projects in St Albans and Harrow. • Distribution of Gratitude Hampers to key workers working in Bushey, Watford, Stanmore and Edgware. Want to join as a volunteer or do you know of any local projects that need help? Contact Ashwin Mehta – Tel: 07766 852950 or uk@loveandcare.srmd.org #SadguruWhispers Dharma should touch your whole being, not just your tongue. 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