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Food for Life Helps Thousands in the Philippines a Meeting of Faiths December 2013 Dedicated to His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, Founder-Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness Food for Life helps thousands in the Philippines Over 2,000 meals are being cooked and distributed daily to the victims of typhoon Haiyan in the Philippines that took place in November, by those volunteering for the charity Food for Life. Run by the International Society of Krishna Consciousness, the charity’s relief efforts began on Monday 18 November, when more than 2,000 meals were served in Tacloban city, Palo and Tanauan Leyte. Volunteers also provided Srila Prabhupada: over 1,500 meals in the townships of Religion means understanding Mayorga, Dulag and Tolosa. God and our relationship with Victims of the typhoon, which the UN estimated to be more than 11 million God. That is religion. You people in total, are arriving daily at the may call it "Hindu religion" or Balaram das, the emergency relief Villamor airbase, which is now a shelter coordinator for the Food for Life "Muslim religion" or "Christian for those who have lost everything and ISKCON programme in the Philippines, religion," but in any case, trying to find their relatives in Manila. said: real religion is that which Typhoon Haiyan has caused widespread “We are working almost 24hrs a day. teaches how to love God…If by destruction in the Philippines, with some It takes a lot of time to prepare meals 673,000 people having been displaced. following some religious system under these tough conditions. We start Whilst there are other relief agencies you come to the platform of cooking as early as 1am and then we in the area, Food for Life’s unique leave around 8am for the distribution, loving God, then your religious contribution remains their freshly before returning as late as 12 midday, system is perfect. cooked vegan meals, which provide only to get ready to do it all again for the Civilisation and Transcendence: immediate nourishment for thousands afternoon shift.” ...continued on page 2 every day. How to love God A Meeting of Faiths The Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby invited leaders from the main faith communities to a reception at Lambeth Palace. The purpose was to celebrate the history of respect for religious diversity in Britain. Amongst the other leaders, the Archbishop was pleased to meet Srutidharma das who was introduced as the person who spoke on behalf of the entire Hindu community at the official launch of the Hindu Christian Forum, set ISKCON pays Tribute to up by the former Archbishop Dr Rowan the life of Nelson Mandela Williams. (read on the back page) Bhaktivedanta Manor Newsletter December 2013 Worcestershire folk embrace the devotees Nearly 2500 people from across Worcestershire visited Croome Court over a single weekend last September, during Making a Difference the Hare Krishna Festival. A devotee from Borehamwood who The awards celebrate the achievements rescues unwanted food from landfill of residents of the social housing “Guests especially appreciated the and transforms it into wholesome meals provider who have made a positive association of the devotees that weekend,” for those in need of a hot dinner has contribution to their communities. explained organiser Tribhangananda das. been recognised for her efforts. “A great feature was the Bhagavad gita Shantasya said: “Hopefully this award sloka trail around the property, which Shantasya dasi won the “Make a will mean more people will find out prompted many people to purchase copies Difference” category in Affinity about Gratitude and I can save more from our stalls. Sutton’s Shine Awards for her social unwanted food from landfill and feed initiative Gratitude. more people.” “The National Trust would like to promote several Hare Krishna festivals Shantasya dasi spends her days Shantasya also visits the Multi Purpose at Croome throughout the summer next collecting fruit and vegetables from Day Centre in Aycliffe Road twice a year. They have also expressed interested greengrocers and supermarkets across week to show people with learning in installing permanent ISKCON displays the town before cooking the food in her difficulties how to cook. If you are able at Croome.” own kitchen, inviting people to share it to donate food, contact Shantasya dasi or delivering it to people in need of a on [email protected] warm meal. An English gentleman: Guru Daksina das Food for Life helps thousands in the Philippines ...continued from page 1 The Lotus Trust, the charity wing of Bhaktivedanta Manor, is raising the much needed funds to ensure the Food for Life operations can keep providing the much need support for victims. You can donate today to help The Lotus Trust to continue its work, and follow regular updates on the food relief effort: www.thelotustrust.org www.facebook.com/lotustrustphillipines Guru Daksina das, a past resident of Bhakitvedanta Manor, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 53. He rendered invaluable service to ISKCON UK during the 1980-1990s, especially in the national ISKCON office as financial/ legal officer. Guru Daksina was very much respected by all Vaishnavas for his genuine humility and steadfast Krishna Consciousness, and was describes by many as the quintessential English gentleman. Page 2 Bhaktivedanta Manor Newsletter December 2013 Celebrating with Harrow Council Working with Harrow Council, Pushkaraksa das was one of the key organisers of the Diwali and Bhandi Chhor Divas celebrations in Stanmore. To start proceedings, Nila Madhava das performed an arati ceremony, accompanied by kirtaneers from the Manor’s brahmacari ashram. He explained the importance of the items used in the ceremony and explained the spiritual dimension of Diwali. The event was attended by over 350 people including heads of local organisations. HARE KRISHNA HARE KRISHNA The occasion included a speech by KRISHNA KRISHNA Home Office Function Srutidharma das, who put into perspective HARE HARE The Hindu Connection held a Diwali a deeper meaning of Diwali by explaining HARE RAMA celebration at Eaton House in Hounslow, how practitioners can apply the timeless HARE RAMA so as to give opportunity to Home Office values of Vedic culture in the modern RAMA RAMA staff to learn about Hinduism. HARE HARE world. ISKCON London’s 44th Anniversary Over 500 guests assembled for a packed Petition the local government to provide programme at the Camden Centre to the necessary consent for a purpose celebrate the 44th Anniversary of built Temple near Regent’s Park to ISKCON in London. It included a accommodate the growing needs of the presentation from Srutidharma das on the community. 40 years of success at the Manor. This will take the form of an online The event also marked the launch of petition www.londontemple.co.uk where a New Temple initiative which will signatures are being collected. Page 3 Bhaktivedanta Manor Newsletter December 2013 Children Celebrate Faith Children of the Manor School made their debut at the Hertsmere Celebration of Faith in Borehamwood’s Allum Hall, as part of the National Interfaith Week. Whilst Manor School staff focused on providing face painting and henna, the children performed on stage and mixed with children from Jewish and Christian faith schools. It was attended by the Deputy Mayor of Hertsmere Cllr Carey Keates. Catholic Archbishop visit The Archbishop Emeritus of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Southwark Mr Kevin Mcdonald praised Bhaktivedanta Manor for its 'wonderful welcome and hospitality' during his official visit. After an extended tour and some enlivening and interesting discussions, he and his staff members were treated to a first-class lunch. Justice Service at St Alban’s Cathedral Srutidharma das and the Very Reverend Jeffrey John were pleased to meet each other at Hertfordshire’s High Sheriff’s Justice Service at the Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Alban. The Service included a procession of faith leaders, High Court Judges and High Sheriffs from 8 different counties. Prabhupada’s Book Marathon Faith Awareness with local professionals Monks and congregation took Weekend Warriors – going to town Radha Mohan das spoke about how the to the streets during December’s centres on Saturdays with a team of world can benefit from the teachings Winter Marathon, distributing Srila devotees and running book tables. of the Bhagavad-gita at the Verulam Prabhupada’s books amidst the hype and Door-to-Door – visiting homes weekday School in St Albans, in front of faith chaos of Christmas shopping, giving evenings. representatives, Counsellors and local some relief to anguished consumers. Gita Jayanti – Sponsoring books which professionals. The occasion marked the “It’s fun, easy and something anyone will be placed in Universities, Hospitals, launch of the new interfaith group Faith can get involved in”, explained Head of and Prisons. and Cultural Enterprise. Book Distribution Sutapa das. Book Packs - purchasing and distributing Devotees got involved in other ways too: Special Book Packs. Page 4 Bhaktivedanta Manor Newsletter December 2013 40th Anniversary Thank You Night Meditation Retreat In November, Bhaktivedanta Manor hosted a meditation retreat for new people interested in spiritual life. Around 20 people attended, and participated in various exercises that included hatha yoga and pranayama, learnt about the benefits of meditation, and were guided through a japa meditation session followed by kirtan. Everyone walked away with special meditation kits consisting of japa beads, booklet, and a music CD. The retreat was hosted by the This year’s Volunteers Thank You and encouraged them to continue their Krishna Wisdom team, which is part Evening warmly concluded the Manor’s efforts. Later Ajay Kumar summarised of the Congregational Development year of 40th Anniversary celebrations. all the activities throughout 2013, adding Foundation, and is run by Radha During the evening former President “ I have been fortunate to serve alongside Londonisvara das and hatha yoga teacher Akhandadhi das praised the efforts of many of you so nicely”.
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