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Date: Thu, Apr 23, 2026 at 10:41 AM
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Sai Inspires - Latest Updates

Loving Sairam Dear All,

Please find some of the exciting programs taking place within SSSGC Zone-1(USA, Canada and West Indies).

The Initiation of Prasanthi Dham

Dear Sai Family,

With hearts filled with humility and gratitude at the Divine Lotus Feet of our Beloved Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, we share the joyous news of a sacred undertaking: the initiation of Prasanthi Dham.

As we celebrate the historic Centenary of Bhagawan’s Advent, Prasanthi Dham emerges as a spiritual sanctuary in North America, envisioned as a living reflection of the peace, sanctity, and universal love that flows from Prasanthi Nilayam.

Our Sacred Roots

We wish to unequivocally state that Prasanthi Dham is officially and directly affiliated with Prasanthi Nilayam, the epicenter of Sri Sathya Sai Baba’s Mission.

Guided by the Sri Sathya Sai Global Council (SSSGC), this project is not a local or independent initiative, but a global offering. Prasanthi Dham is, in essence, an extension of the "Abode of Supreme Peace" for the benefit of the global community.

The Vision: A Home Away from Home

The vision for Prasanthi Dham is to provide a "home away from home" for devotees and seekers alike. It is being launched to:

Foster a deeper emotional and spiritual connection to Prasanthi Nilayam.
Serve as a hub for selfless service (Seva), value-based education (SSSE/SSSEHV), and devotional harmony.
Provide an environmentally conscious campus where the inherent divinity of all can be recognized and nurtured.

Living by Swami’s Principles: Funding and Participation

Bhagawan has always taught us that "Money comes and goes, but Morality comes and grows." In strict adherence to His divine example, Prasanthi Dham operates on the following sacred principles:

No Solicitation: There is absolutely no solicitation of funds. We believe that if this is Swami’s work, He will provide.
Promptings of the Heart: Participation is entirely voluntary. Those who feel a "calling from within" after hearing of this project are welcome to participate as their hearts dictate.
Avenues of Service: Support is not measured solely by financial contribution. We invite you to serve as your skills and spirit allow—whether as a volunteer for campus activities, training to become a teacher of human values, or providing professional expertise.
The Power of Vibration: The most vital contribution anyone can make is their physical presence and their love. We invite you to participate in our events, adding your positive vibrations in unity, for it is our collective love that will build the true walls of this Dham.

All Are Welcome

Just as the gates of Prasanthi Nilayam in Puttaparthi remain open to every soul, Prasanthi Dham is a sanctuary for all.

We make no distinction between devotees and non-devotees, theists or atheists, or among the diverse faiths of the world. Whether you come to pray, to serve, or simply to find a moment of peace, you are welcome. This is a space for humanity to unite under the banner of Love All, Serve All.

As this project unfolds during this auspicious Centenary year, we invite you to join us in this prayerful journey. Let us walk together, work together, and grow together in the light of His love.

At His Divine Lotus Feet,

Dr. Axay Shanti Kalathia

President, Prasanthi Dham Foundation

Prasanthidham.org

Prasanthi Dham Earth Celebrations

🙏 Loving Invitation 🙏

Sai Ram Dear Global Sai Family,

The Sri Sathya Sai Global Council is overjoyed to invite you to a most historic event: the Prasanthi Dham Earth Celebrations!

The program will incorporate sacred Vedic rituals including:

Bhoomi Puja - a ground-breaking ceremony performed to worship Mother Earth (Bhoomi Devi) and the Vastu Purusha (deity of construction) before starting construction on a new plot or building
Sāi Pārthiva Liṅgarādhana Earth (Eternal Adoration in Reverence for Transformation & Harmony) Celebration - a unique Vedic spiritual practice for worshipping the creator and creation. The ritual involves worship of 1,116 Pārthiva Liṅgas, handcrafted from Mother Earth and reverentially worshipped as Śrī Sāyīśvara. Each Linga will be made using soil from Prasanthi Dham combined with the sacred soil from Prasanthi Nilayam and water from the Chitravati River in Puttaparthi.

Divine Guidance and Special Guests

We are profoundly blessed to announce that the leadership of the Sri Sathya Sai Global Council and the Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust will be with us to guide and inspire this initiation:

Sri K. Chakravarthi: Chairman of the Sri Sathya Sai Global Council, will share an inspiring video message directly from the hallowed precincts of Prasanthi Nilayam.
Sri R.J. Rathnakar: Managing Trustee of the Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust
Sri S.S. Naganand: Trustee of the Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust

Having these distinguished servants of Bhagawan with us in Plano reinforces the direct spiritual link between Prasanthi Dham and the epicenter of Swami’s Mission in Puttaparthi.

Program for May 30, 2026:

Morning Session (6:00am to 1:00pm)

Events: Spiritual offering - Omkaram, Suprabhatam, Mahaganapati Puja, Kalaśa Sthapana, Puṇyaham, Mahānyāsam, Sāi Pārthiva Liṅgarādhana, Rudrābhiṣekam, Rudra Homam, Mahāpūrṇāhuti

Location: Prasanthi Dham Grounds, 3888 Love All Drive, Plano, TX

Evening Session (5:30 pm to 9:00 pm)

Events: Devotional offering and Special Guest addresses

Location: Senior Center Ballroom, 1720 Keller Springs Road, Carrollton, TX

We extend our deepest gratitude to those from across our Zone who have already registered; your early enthusiasm is a testament to the unity and love that defines this mission. We warmly encourage all others to join us for divine grace and fellowship.

Registration

To ensure we can accommodate everyone comfortably and maintain the sanctity of the celebrations, we kindly ask all attendees to register at the link below:

✨ Registration Link ✨

Website: https://prasanthidham.org/

A Unified Invitation

Whether you are traveling from across the Zone or joining us from the local Dallas community, your presence is the most valuable contribution. As we prepare the earth for Prasanthi Dham, let us also prepare our hearts to be the soil in which Bhagawan’s teachings of Love and Service continue to flourish.

We look forward to welcoming you to Plano for this momentous occasion.

Loving Sairams,

Dr. Balasubramanyam Karanam

President, SSSGC USA

Gayatri Chanting for Universal Peace

Loving Sairams

With Swami’s Grace, we hope you and your families are doing well.

Let us come together to chant the Gayatri Mantra for Universal Peace 🌍✨

🗓 Every Tuesday & Thursday

⏰ 9:00 – 9:30 PM (EST)

📅 Starting April 2nd

💻 On Zoom https://tinyurl.com/ChantGayatri

Please join with your family—SSSE students, Young Adults, adults, and seniors—as we chant this powerful mantra together.

May Swami bless us all 🙏

Pilgrimage To Prasanthi

July 21-23 2026

With the divine grace and blessings of Bhagawan Sri Sathya Sai Baba, we are delighted to invite you to participate in the Parthi Pilgrimage from July 21–23, 2026. The pilgrimage will feature a variety of sacred and uplifting activities, including cultural offerings by SSSE students, musical presentations by Adults and Young Adults, and meaningful service opportunities for all participants.

We kindly request that you confirm your interest by completing the registration form at your earliest convenience. Your prompt response will greatly assist us in making the necessary arrangements as we prepare to gather together at the Lotus Feet of Bhagawan. With love and gratitude, National Team SSSGC-USA.

✨Registration Link✨

Launch of the Refreshed SSSGC Zone 1 Website

The SSSGC Zone1 team is pleased to announce upcoming updates to the Zone1 website, scheduled for Aradhana Day on April 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.

✨URL Update✨ The new website address, https://www.sssgczone1.org/ (without a hyphen), will soon replace the current URL, https://www.sssgc-zone1.org/ Once the transition is complete, we kindly request all members to update their bookmarks and use the new website to access zonal updates, resources, and communications.

✨Website Content Updates✨ The website will feature an updated menu structure along with refreshed content.

We also request that you share this information within your groups to help ensure a smooth transition and continued connectivity.

Prasanthi Connection

Our Connection with The Abode of Highest Peace

Prasanthi Nilayam means 'the abode of highest peace'. It is the main ashram of Sri Sathya Sai Baba, located near the village of Puttaparthi amidst rolling hills, with the river Chitravathi to its east. The valley houses the divine sannidhi (sanctum) of Sri Sathya Sai Baba, the Sai Kulwant Hall, bhajan mandir, residential complexes, the headquarters of the Sri Sathya Sai Central Trust, its allied institutions.

By the divine grace of Beloved Baba our SSSGC Zone1 has recently taken up a new initiative "Prasanthi Connection" through which we will be sharing all important initiatives & updates from Prasanthi Nilayam.

Prasanthi Connection Team members will also strive hard to facilitate and help the devotees (of Zone1) with the logistics in Prasanthi Nilalayam.

Please browse through the following

Prasanthi Connection Latest Updates