Two new Ministers were ordained in August 2023: SS Inderpal Singh Bola of Berkshire, UK and SS Manjot Singh Khalsa of Gotland, Sweden. Inderpal Singh took his vows in-person at the European Yoga Festival in France, on August 12. Manjot Singh was ordained at his beautiful new home Gurdwara in a Virtual Vows ceremony on August 27. These new Sikh Dharma Ministers were ordained in the presence of the Siri Guru Granth Sahib. SS Sukhdev Kaur Khalsa of Estonia performed the vows and oath of a Sikh Dharma International Minister for Inderpal Singh, at the direction of the Secretary of
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Minister News & Notes (2023 Third Quarter)
Minister News & Notes (2023 Second Quarter)
This free online course presented by Sikh Dharma International offers an introductory-level overview of the Sikh Dharma path for those seeking a deeper understanding of the question “What is a Sikh?” This is a great course of study for Sikh Dharma beginners – yoga students, interfaith groups, family members and others, who are interested in exploring the path of Sikh Dharma and want to learn more about Sikhs and the Sikh way of life. New lessons will be rolled out weekly on many varied topics including: What is a Sikh? Sikh Beliefs Sikh Practices The Ten Gurus Sikh Saints The Siri
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Minister News & Notes (2023 First Quarter)
Annual Sikh Dharma Minister credential renewal notices will be sent out at the end of February. Since this is a non-exam year, it is easy to maintain that current status by renewing now. This will enable you to continue to fully deliver your unique gifts and service as a Minister and afford you opportunities for your voice to be heard. Our electronic Minister Renewal System facilitates annual Minister credential renewals through a secure online portal. You can review and update your Minister record, submit your renewal letters, and securely pay your annual Minister fees. For those who are not current,
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Minister News & Notes (2022 Fourth Quarter)
The Dying Into Life Journey is a practical yogic guide to life, death and transformation. The Dying Into Life Journey training has three Levels, all held on zoom. Level 1 is a 5+ month in-depth training to prepare one to greet their own death with ease and confidence and to help another going through their own transition. Level 2 is designed to give Level 1 graduates the tools to be an effective Death Doula. Level 3 is for graduates of Level 1 and 2 who want to go on to be Trainers in the DILJ program. The next Level 1
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Minister News & Notes (2022 Third Quarter)
There is an SSSC election occurring this year, with 8 seats up for re-election. The Office of the Secretary of Religion is here to support all Ministers in getting current so that they can participate in the various aspects of the SSSC election. On May 25, 2022 the SSSC announced that the election timeline originally announced earlier this year has been delayed by 75 days. In order to vote in the election, and write letters of recommendation for Sangat members applying to join the electorate, all Ministers must be in good standing. This means that they must have completed their annual
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Minister News & Notes (2022 Second Quarter)
There is an SSSC election occurring this year, with 8 seats up for re-election. Newly elected SSSC Trustees will take their seats at the Fall Khalsa Council meetings in September 2022. The Office of the Secretary of Religion is here to support all Ministers in getting current so that they can participate in the various aspects of the SSSC election. In order to vote in the election, and write letters of recommendation for Sangat members applying to join the electorate, all Ministers must be in good standing. This means that they will have completed their annual credential renewal process for the 2022-2023 calendar year.
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Minister News & Notes (2022 First Quarter)
Annual Sikh Dharma Minister credential renewal notices have been sent out in early February. This is an exam year. Be sure to complete your renewal early this year! Our electronic Minister Renewal System facilitates annual Minister credential renewals through a secure online portal. You can review and update your Minister record, submit your renewal letters and exams, and securely pay your annual Minister fees. If you did not receive your 2022 renewal notice (by email or letter), or if you have questions or need assistance in your renewal process, please email [email protected]. Sikh Dharma International announced the launch of a
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Minister News & Notes (2021 Third Quarter)
The Office of the Secretary of Religion of Sikh Dharma International offers congratulations to two newly ordained Sikh Dharma International Ministers, who took their Minister vows in August 2021. Wahe Guru ji ka Khalsa! Wahe Guru ji ki Fateh! Singh Sahib Kirpal Singh Khalsa, France SS Kirpal Singh Khalsa took his Sikh Dharma Minister vows on August 15 in a “hybrid” ceremony. He was blessed to be surrounded in person by his students, friends, and his spouse Ishwara Kaur at a cozy gurdwara at his farmhouse/teaching center in a town south of Paris, France. Secretary of Religion SS Dr. Sat
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Minister News and Notes (2021 Second Quarter)
Sikh Dharma International (SD) is expecting to put forth a program proposal for the 2021 World’s Parliament of Religions, according to SDI COO MSS Kirtan Singh Khalsa. This is an opportunity for joining together with other religions to discuss important topics, including this year’s meeting theme: “Opening our Hearts to the World: Compassion in Action.” The event is scheduled for October 17-18 and will be held in a “virtual” venue in light of the ongoing health concerns. Sikh Dharma Ministers have participated in past Parliaments and are encouraged to attend this year’s event, which is being held virtually for the
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Minister News and Notes (2021 First Quarter)
Congratulations and Wahe Guru to Sardarni Sahiba Hari Bhajan Kaur Khalsa of Espanola, NM, on her recent ordination as a Sikh Dharma International Minister. She was able to take her Minister vows virtually via Zoom at her home gurdwara surrounded by family and was also joined online by friends. The vows and Minister oath were administered by Secretary of Religion Dr. Sat Kaur Khalsa on January 23, 2021. Attending the Guru, MSS Hari Dharam Kaur, Granthee of the Hacienda de Guru Ram Das Gurdwara, looked on with pride as her eldest daughter became an ordained Sikh Dharma Minister. SS Siri
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