Jain Society of Greater Detroit
JSGD 2024 DAS LAKSHAN MAHA PARV
Dear Society Members,
Jai Jinendra and Pranam,
This year JSGD is celebrating Das Lakshan Maha Parva from Sept 8, 2024 through September 18, 2024. This is a festival of self-introspection, self-enlightenment, and self-achievement. We will have Das Lakshan Puja everyday during these days in morning and Bhakti Sandhya/Hindi Swadhyay in evening.
We are also pleased to announce that we will be celebrating "Kshamavani Day" on Sunday, September 22 2024. We are going to do Kshamavani Pujan @ 09:30 AM followed by Swamivatsalya.
Please RSVP by September 21st, 2024 to help us prepare the food.
Please see the detailed schedule below:
PARYUSHAN 2024 TAPASVI LIST
Pranam and Jai Jinendra,
We hope everyone had a blessed Paryushan Parva. Khub Khub Anumodana to all the Tapasvis, and Micchami Dukkadam🙏 to everyone. Please see the list of the Tapasvi's below:
| # | Name | Spouse's/Parent's Name | # Upvas |
| 1 | Bharati Hasmukh Shah | Hasmukh Bhai Shah | 8 |
| 2 | Jitesh Shah | Kavita Ben Shah | 11 |
| 3 | Kalpesh Shah | Tarang Shah | 11 |
| 4 | Pritish Shah | Shreya Shah | 11 |
| 5 | Shreya Shah | Pritish Shah | 11 |
| 6 | Harsukh Bhai Doshi | Bhadra Ben Shah | 10 |
| 7 | Dinesh Shah | Gita Ben Windsor | 10 |
| 8 | Prachi Shah | Nikhil Bhai Shah | 10 |
| 9 | Ashita Jain | Harsh Vora | 9 |
| 10 | Ranjan R. Shah | Ramesh Shah | 9 |
| 11 | Rohit S Shah | Nilpa R Shah | 9 |
| 12 | Alok Tijoriwala | Sugandha Tijorivala | 8 |
| 13 | Bhavna K Shah | Kirti M Shah | 8 |
| 14 | Birva shah | Tushar Shah | 8 |
| 15 | Chintan Shah | Dipal Shah | 8 |
| 16 | Dimple Shah | Dipa Shah | 8 |
| 17 | Dipal Shah | Chintan Shah | 8 |
| 18 | Forum Monil Shah | Monil Shah | 8 |
| 19 | Monil Shah | Forum Shah | 8 |
| 20 | Hemang Shah | Tejal Shah | 8 |
| 21 | Tejal Shah | Hemang Shah | 8 |
| 22 | Hiral Mehta | Kritesh Mehta | 8 |
| 23 | Jigar Shah | Purvi Shah | 8 |
| 24 | Jigna Veera | Paras Veera | 8 |
| 25 | Jyotsna Ben Shah | Rajnikant Shah | 8 |
| 26 | Kamal Jain | Sunitha Jain | 8 |
| 27 | Kamlesh Shah | Sarita Shah | 8 |
| 28 | Rachit Shah | 8 | |
| 29 | Kavita shah | Dipen Shah | 8 |
| 30 | Kushant shah | Nirali Shah | 8 |
| 31 | Nirali Shah | Kushant Shah | 8 |
| 32 | Manish Savala | Kunjan Savala | 8 |
| 33 | Manoj Shah | Minaxi Shah | 8 |
| 34 | Nina Shah | Bhupendra Bhai Shah | 8 |
| 35 | Nutan Shah | Alka Shah | 8 |
| 36 | Pankaj Tated | 8 | |
| 37 | Paridhi Jain | Rishabh Jain | 8 |
| 38 | Ragini Kothari | Bhavesh Kothari | 8 |
| 39 | Rajul Jain | Mansi Girdhar Jain | 8 |
| 40 | Ranjanben Shah | Vijay Bhai Shah | 8 |
| 41 | Riya Shah | D/O Rajiv and Reepal Shah | 8 |
| 42 | Sanjay Bhandari | Manisha Bhandari | 8 |
| 43 | Sharad R Shah | Nalini Shah | 8 |
| 44 | Sahil Jain | Swati Sharma Jain | 8 |
| 45 | Tejal Mehta | Sameer Mehta | Jirawala Tap |
| 46 | Vaama Shah | D/O Deval/Namrata Shah | 8 |
| 47 | Vandan Shah | S/O Birva and Tushar | 8 |
| 48 | Vinita Parekh/Jain | Rajesh Jain | 8 |
JOS HEALTH FAIR
Jai Jinendra Members & Families,
The JOS Team is hosting a Health Fair for all JSGD members and the wider community on Saturday, October 19, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Save the date if you're interested in taking advantage of this free basic health screening and informational event. More details and registration information will be provided next week.
- JOS
JSGD PICTURES
Dear JSGD Members,
Jai Jinendra,
Please find the links below to the pictures taken by Mr Sharad Bhai Shah.
2024-09-02 JSGD Paryushan Parve Day 3 Highlights
Sapna 2024-09-01 JSGD Paryushan Parve Day 2 Highlights
2024-09-01 JSGD Swapna Day Bhavna Highlights
2024-08-31 JSGD Paryushan Parve Day 1 Highlights
2024-08-30 JSGD Welcomes Samani Amal Pragya ji and Samani Karuna Pragya Ji
2024-06-28 JSGD 26th Temple Anniversary Day 1 Highlights
2024-06-29 JSGD 26th Temple Anniversary Day 2 Highlights
2024-06-30 JSGD Temple Anniversary - Day 3 Highlights
JAINA CONVENTION IN CHICAGO (JULY 2025)
Dear JSGD Members,
I am pleased to announce that a dedicated WhatsApp group has been created for all JSGD members who have registered for the Chicago JAINA Convention, scheduled to take place from July 3 to 6, 2025. As your Convention Board Member, I, Rajiv Shah, have initiated this group to ensure that all attendees from JSGD stay informed and connected throughout the convention.
This WhatsApp group will serve multiple purposes:
1. Stay Updated: We will regularly post important updates, schedules, and announcements related to the convention. This will be your go-to source for the latest information.
2. Ask Questions: If you have any questions about the convention, whether related to travel, accommodation, or event specifics, feel free to ask them here. We will do our best to provide prompt and accurate responses.
3. Coordinate Logistics: The group will also be used to coordinate transportation, meal arrangements, and other logistics specific to JSGD members, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone.
4. Plan Activities: We are planning activities and gatherings specifically for JSGD attendees during the convention. This group will be the primary channel for organizing these events and making sure everyone is on the same page.
To join the group, please scan the QR code below or use the link provided. We encourage all JSGD registered attendees to join (No admin approval required to join) so that we can stay connected and make the most of our time at the convention.
https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ib9KSwVDJBHLj1scj7PzfG
We are excited to have you as part of this vibrant community and look forward to creating wonderful memories together at the Chicago JAINA Convention 2025.
Warm regards,Rajiv Shah
Convention Board Member | Fundraising Committee Chair