Sindhi Community House is organizing the Shradh from September 18 to October 1, to pay homage to departed souls of the community
London
Sindhi Community House (Sindhi Mandir) London, serving the needs of the community, is organizing the Shradh (or Śrāddha in Sanskrit), an annual event in which one pays homage to family members who have passed away. The event begins on 18th September and ends on 01st October, 2024.
“Alongside the debt that we owe to God, guru, sages and society are also those that we owe to our ancestors who provided us with our foundations. According to scriptures, observing Shradh through prayers, patths (reading of scriptures) and worship gives momentum to the soul, helping it to progress to a higher state of existence and find liberation. Whatever ones beliefs, this is a poignant and sacred moment of remembrance in the Hindu calendar when we remember those who we miss with fondness and gratitude. Sindhi Mandir continues to provide a serene space in which to offer prayers to departed souls during this sacred month,” a Sindhi Mandir announcement said.
This year, the two-week Shradh period at London’s Sindhi Mandir will begin on Wednesday, 18th September, following the Satnarain Katha at 12 noon, it said.
Bhog Ceremony, Kirtan, reading of the names of those being honored, and Langar Parsad will take place on the last day, Tuesday, 01st October from 11.30am.
The announcement said, “Not all members of our widely scattered community have the opportunity to organize Shradh events for themselves. London’s Sindhi Mandir is privileged to observe the event of Shradh on behalf of you and your family. If you would like us to include your loved ones in our prayers, please send us the information requested below by email: support@sindhimandir.org Phone (02084501341) or using the online form https://holymission.us2. list-manage.com/track/click?u=331bb3aedc0c4077b48c56c17&id=af8827e66c&e=d2c84d6303
Interactive Dementia Friends Information Session
Sindhi Mandir is also holding an interactive Dementia Friends Information Session in collaboration with Alzheimer’s Society which will help to learn about dementia and help create a more dementia friendly communities; discover local support services and resources and participate in a Q&A session with an Alzheimer’s Society Dementia Adviser on 8th October 2024 at 11.45am.
Navratri Festival
A joyous Navratri Festival will be held from Thursday 03rd October to Saturday 12th October while Mata Ji Chowki will be held on Friday 4th October – 7.00 to 8.30pm, Saturday 5th October – 7.00 to 8.30pm and Sunday 6th October – 6.00 to 7.30pm. On Friday 11th October – 7.00 to 8.30pm Durga Ashtmi Havan will be held at 6pm.
Mata Ji Chowki for Navratras will be led by the exceptionally talented devotee, Sagar Sakhrani, from Kolkata, India, whose melodious performances will add a special flavor to the festival. Following the Mata Chowki.
“We invite you to join us for Raas Garba: Saturday 5th October, 9 to 10.30pm (after Mata Chowki)” announcement concluded. (PR)
Read: Sindhi Mandir London announces special programs for the community
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