Our 2019 theme explores the aspects of the Third Body/Positive Mind (as embodied by Guru Amar Das) in service to elevating the Soul. In this Winter issue, we explore the idea of Making a Difference Through Service and Leadership. Specifically, we asked our authors to share how Ministers can prepare to be Aquarian Leaders and make a positive impact in the world. “Your reliability will give people the courage to trust you. Their trust will give you the power to carry a situation. A leader carries and serves people. Learn to lead as a ‘seva’ (to sacrifice your time and
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#74 Winter 2019 Newsletter
The Art of Keeping Up
by SS Siri Chand Singh Khalsa, Espanola NM Fall 2019 These are very interesting times we live in. It is quite evident; I don’t think I even need to write any examples to justify this claim. We are experiencing the great consciousness shift that the Siri Singh Sahib spoke about, as well as the chaos that he warned would come along with it. These can be very challenging times, but if we see beyond the limited scope of what the media shows, these can also be very inspiring times. However, one thing is clear: these are not “easy” times. Thank
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The Grace of God
by SS Guru Darshan Kaur Khalsa, Puebla, Mexico Fall 2019 Having found a Dharmic path of life has given my soul unspeakable satisfaction. Every morning I know that during the ambrosial hours I can take the hand of God, being confident that everything that will happen during the day is by His grace . This gives me peace of mind and allows me to to see God in everything, knowing that all circumstances, events, and challenges are part of the life process, but under its Divine Light, the neutrality of the mind appears. For the past 19 years, I have
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The Aquarian Leader: A Consciousness of Hope
by SS Pritpal Kaur Khalsa, Espanola NM Fall 2019 This past weekend was typical for me. I was traveling to teach in a Level One Aquarian Teacher program. What wasn’t typical were the circumstances of my travel. I was flying from Albuquerque to Chicago, where an unusual Arctic storm was bringing temperatures of 50 degrees below zero Fahrenheit and wind and snow to the area. After many hours of delay, I arrived in Chicago nine hours later than expected. There was a sea of anxious people waiting in the airport as a result of the severe weather conditions. After my
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The Art and Science of Simran
by SS Harsimranjeet Singh Khalsa, Ottawa, ON, Canada Fall 2019 We have taken birth into the Iron Age (Kali Yuga), and its inherent nature is one of turmoil, tragedy, and duality. This is the darkest age, where our emotions and instinctive animal nature exert control over the mind and therefore our actions. Grace and wisdom are in short supply. The use of intoxicants, drugs, and unsustainable lifestyles are rising as quickly as are rates of mental health conditions; many look outwards for a solution to what is going on inside. Thankfully, the Guru has given us a technology for self-elevation
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Minister News and Notes (Fall 2019)
Congratulations and Wahe Guru to five new Sikh Dharma Ministers who took their vows during the summer of 2019. Four Minister candidates who took their vows at the end of the June 2019 3HO Summer Solstice Sadhana are SS Siri Chand Singh (Espanola NM), SS Guru Darshan Kaur (Puebla, Mexico), SS Angad Kaur Khalsa (New York City, NY) and SS Harsimranjeet Singh Khalsa (Ottowa, Canada). Vows were administrated by Assistant Secretary of Religion SS Dr. Shanti Shanti Kaur. SS Sham Kaur of Bolivia translated the vows into Spanish. At the 3HO European Yoga Festival in France, SS Ram Singh
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Secretary of Religion Column (Fall 2019)
We had a very special Ministers’ Gathering at this year’s Summer Solstice. In the spirit of celebrating the 550th birthday of our beloved Guru Nanak Dev Ji, we held an experiential workshop for Sikh Dharma Ministers entitled “The Sensitivity of the Soul Body.” This beautiful journey of self-reflection and compassion was brought to us by Guru Nanak and delivered by Mukhia Singh Sahib Nirvair Singh Khalsa. It was a rare treat to have MSS Nirvair Singh share his wisdom and expertise with this gathering of Ministers. (For those of you who were unable to attend, we filmed the Gathering so
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#73 Fall 2019 Newsletter
Our Fall Newsletter explores the topic of Sustaining Hope During Challenging Times. We asked our Sikh Dharma Ministers to reflect on how they align with their Soul during difficulties and challenges and to share ways they draw on the gifts of our Dharmic lifestyle and the technologies of Kundalini Yoga and Shabd Guru in order to remain elevated, connected, and hopeful. Our 2019 newsletters explore the aspects of positive mind in service to the Soul as embodied by Guru Amar Das. We hope you enjoy these reflections on the Third Guru as well as the ways to sustain hope using
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In Memoriam – SS Jai Hari Kaur Khalsa
Aug 5, 1946 – May 13, 2019 by SS Jivan Joti Kaur Khalsa, Espanola NM Summer 2019 SS Jai Hari Kaur Khalsa left her earthly body Monday, May 13, 2019 at 4:00 pm in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She was born August 5, 1946 in Portland, Oregon. She had a degree in Dental Hygiene from Ohio State University and a post graduate diploma in Public Health from the University of Oregon. She became a Sikh Dharma Minister in 1987. Jai Hari Kaur and I knew each other for 40 years. It’s very touching to think of the journey many
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To Bow and Be Blessed
by SS GuruJivan Kaur Khalsa, Melbourne, Australia Summer 2019 So many times over the years I have tried to organize a trip to India to bow at the Golden Temple. It has been on my bucket list for close to 50 years now. Finally, it happened for me this year. By the grace and blessings of God and Guru, I was invited by a student of mine and her husband to join them on a trip to India. Wahe Guru! Of course I said “Yes.” I was allowed to do nothing but show up. This was a gift to my
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