| Dallas-Fort Worth Meditation Group eNewsletter April 2022 |
| | | | An Easter Message
"Jesus performed the miracle of resurrection, not to glorify a little material residence of flesh, but to show mankind what can be done by tuning in with the Christ Intelligence. He had resurrected his consciousness from identification with the limited human body to identification with the universal intelligence in all space: he realized that he was all forces and substances, not just a small physical being called Jesus.
The Christ Consciousness within you has long remained hidden, crucified by your indifference. Awaken this universal Christ by daily, deep meditation, and resurrect yourself from the tomb of ignorance. rising above body consciousness, lift your spirit from the domain of matter into the vastness of silence within your own soul temple, and commune with the risen Christ.
Jesus was resurrected not only on Easter morn; he reanimates himself in the dawn of each soul's awakening. Let this resurrection of the Christ in you be your Easter awakening! "
Paramahansa Yogananda Self-Realization Magazine Spring 1991 |
| | A Spiritual Perspective in Times of Crisis
A letter written by Sri Daya Mata in 1991during a time of deeply concerning world conflicts.
Dear Ones,
Like
all of you we are deeply concerned about the situation in the Middle
East, and we are praying not only for those who are directly involved
but for all whose lives and families have been affected. I know that
this confrontation is troubling the hearts of people everywhere. But I
urge all followers and friends of Self-Realization to hold fast to the
highest truths, and to faith in the superior power of God’s love.
Behind even the painful experiences of this earth plane, that love is
always present. We must do our utmost now not to lose sight of this.
We
do not always realize how much good we can do in such times of crisis
simply by keeping our own consciousness high and by sending out strong
positive thoughts—thoughts of love, understanding, courage, and hope—as
well as by offering whatever aid we can to help those who are suffering
as a result of the conflict. When our words and actions are supported by
an inner spiritual harmony, we can help to counteract the negative
vibrations of fear, anger, and hatred in the world around us, and
contribute in the most effective way to the forces of good.
You
may ask, how can we do this in the face of these disturbing events? The
answer is one: through deep prayer and meditation, and by continually
turning our hearts and minds to God. If we trust in Him and keep our
spiritual perspective, then we can stand unshaken amidst any
circumstances in the drama of His creation.
It
is sometimes difficult to understand why war and suffering have to be
part of the drama. Many people see only the obvious causes of world
events and tend to judge them accordingly. But there are always deeper
reasons and larger patterns of karma at work than are immediately
apparent. We know from Gurudeva Paramahansa Yogananda’s teachings that
the world has entered a new stage in its evolution. He foresaw many
years ago that we would go through periods of upheaval in the course of
this upward evolution. But he assured us that we are also moving toward
times of unparalleled peace and progress.
So,
dear ones, let us strive to maintain an inward calmness, a clarity of
consciousness, during this present critical period. And let us, each
one, earnestly and deeply pray for the well-being of our whole world,
that God may comfort those who are in any way endangered, and that He
may give to all leaders the wisdom and strength they need to guide the
nations to greater harmony.
God love and bless you all,
Sri Daya Mata
Self-Realization Magazine, Spring 1991 |
| | Please join our Dallas Fort Worth SRF Meditation group on Wednesday evenings for Group Meditation and Energization Exercises.
Time: 7pm - 8.30pm.
7pm - 7.15 pm Energization Exercises 7.20pm -8.30 Group Meditation with Inspirational-reading, Chants , Meditation and Healing Service .
Zoom Link to Join : Meeting ID: 731 6530 6898 Passcode: 917834
Group
meditation is a castle that protects the new spiritual aspirants as
well as the veteran meditators. Meditating together increases the degree
of Self-realization of each member of the group by the law of invisible
vibratory exchange of group magnetism. - Paramahansa Yogananda |
| | Current Services
10:00 am Meditation Service 11:00 am Readings Service No Sunday School
Our online calendar will reflect our newest service schedule.
The following are details of how we conduct services under the Covid conditions:
Consistent with other groups and temples, we offer a separate area for socially distanced seating for those who need or prefer it. As with SRF Temples and groups, we will continue to follow CDC guidelines by having masks optional for those who have been vaccinated, and asking those who have not been vaccinated to please wear a mask. We respectfully request your cooperation in adhering to these guidelines for the safety of others. For safety we ask for adherence to social distance in the lines to the restrooms.
We will not pass donation baskets but will place the baskets outside of the Chapel area. Your donations are very much appreciated and help to support our group in managing ongoing expenses.
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| | Self-Realization Fellowship Convocation 2022 August 14th-August 20th
This year SRF will be having both an online and an in-person Convocation. Hotel reservations began February 1st. The date of availability to purchase tickets for Convocation and for SRF Pilgrimages will be announced. Please view the details and watch for updates of the announcements on this SRF page. |
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Dallas Ft. Worth Building Fund
We are pleased to report that due to your generosity the Dallas Ft. Worth Building Fund total as of March 15, 2022 is $620,488.
The building fund exists for the purpose of allowing our group to have a permanent Chapel when the time is right. We would like to encourage those who can contribute, comfortably, to our building fund to do so. A donation of any amount will be gratefully accepted.
Our building fund is held in an account for us by Self-Realization Fellowship. Gifts to this fund are tax exempt.
In divine friendship,
Managing Council, DFW Meditation Group Self-Realization Fellowship |
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| | | DFW-SRF Group General Donations
We are open with limited attendance while our monthly obligations for the facility still continue. Any donations to our group general operating expenses are needed and will be greatly appreciated.
Thank You for your support! |
| | As the official branch of SRF in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, our meditation group Email: connect@srfdallasfortworth.org Phone: (972) 294-7161 |
| | For those who are new to Self-Realization FellowshipSelf-Realization Fellowship (SRF) has more than 500 temples, retreats, ashrams and meditation centers around the world offering all interested seekers the opportunity to come together to experience the power of group meditations. Additional information about meditation with videos and the world wide work of SRF can be found on the international web site; Self-Realization Fellowship |
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