Jain Society of Greater Detroit
Diksharthi Bahuman Invitation
Pranam!
We would like to invite the Sakal Shri Sangh of JSGD to a once-in-a-lifetime, historical event. Two youth, born in the US and who were part of our Sangh for almost 10 years, will be taking Diksha in India under Padmabhushan Acharya Bhagwant Shri RatnaSundar Surishwarji. This is the first time in the HISTORY of Jin Shasan that someone born and raised in the US will be taking Diksha, that too siblings FROM OUR SANGH. The Diksharthi siblings, Tanyaben and Karanbhai, children of Vinitbhai and Leenaben Shah, will be coming to our Sangh end of October and to celebrate their Uttam Bhaav and this momentous milestone, we will be holding a Bahuman Ceremony. We hope you all can make it, you will not want to miss even one minute of it.
The schedule with important notes are below:
Date: Sunday, October 29th, 2023
Varshidan Procession: 9:30am
We would like our Pathshala students to participate. If you want your child to participate in the procession, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/1wX9QhTx4KPjud9H9
Shravikas please bring Kumbh to carry on your head. Those who bring them will get to do Pradakshina of the Mumukshus.
Varshidan will only be given during the procession. You must be present to receive the varshidan.
Diksharthi Bahuman: 11:00am
There will be 3 bolis during the Bahuman. Two families can jointly take each boli.
a) Prakshal of Mumukshu's feet and taking their kumkum pagla (family will get to take home the pagla)
b) Vijay Tilak of each Mumukshu
c) Giving Mala and Shrifal to Mumukshu
This event will be livestreamed for those who cannot come in person. Please share this link with your friend and family around the world: https://www.youtube.com/@JainSocietyofGreaterDetroit
Diksharthi Speeches: 12:30am
This is a must attend event, especially for youth. They will be in English, so please make sure your kids attend!
Sangh Swamivatsalya: 1:30pm
Please RSVP today: https://forms.gle/NXex4uBcqg62q6oK6
We hope to see you there!
Here are few pictures of Tanya & Karan's visit to our temple -> Diksharthi Tanya & Karan Visit to JSGD Temple
Jai Jinendra
October 2023 Ayambil Oli
| Pranam, We wish Good Sata to all the Ayambil Tapsvi's. You can view some of the highlights here -> Ayambil Oli highlights PLS NOTE: Ayambil Oli Parna is cancelled due to clash of timings with the Diksharthi Bahuman program on Sunday October 29th, 2023. If you have any questions, please contact Jaya Shah at [email protected] or at 248-227-4449 |
Jai Jinendra!!
Important Temple Announcement
Dear Members,
Jai Jinendra,
Starting Monday, October 30th following renovation/repair activities will be taking place at the temple.
(1) Removal of dead trees and trees that are very close to temple building as well as replacing them per site plan approved by the city of Farmington hills.
(2) Repair/Renovation/Upgrade and cleaning of Shikhar, Bricks, Cement walk ways and EIFS on perimeter of the temple.
(3) Kitchen renovation and clean up.
To facilitate contractors in their trades one of the drive way (either east or west side) will be closed, so we request members to carefully use exit/entry thru open side only.
Also, We request members not to approach contractors or Pujari Deepakbhai / Kiranben with any inquiry or suggestion. If you have any questions or suggestions, please contact one of the following member involved with the project. Please take extra precautions as there may be construction equipment's and material lying around at the temple entrances.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we focus to get the work done to improve temple facilities.
Sincerely,
Nalin Shah
C#(248)321-5839
Naveen Jain
C#(248)210-8844
Jignesh Madhani
C#(313)468-0686
On Behalf of Long Term Facility Management Committee (LTFMC)
Antaray Karma Nivaran Puja
Pranam,
We would like to cordially invite Sakal Sangh to join us for "Antaray Karma Nivaran Puja" at 10:00am on Saturday, November 4th, 2023, at Jain Temple. Puja will be followed by Swamivatsalya.
Click here to RSVP-> Antaray Karma Nivaran Puja RSVP
Please RSVP by November 3rd, 2023.
Jai Jinendra!!
2023 - Jiv Daya Update
Pranam,
On behalf of Jiv Daya committee we would like to thank you for your generous contributions this year during 25th anniversary and Paryushan. With your support we are able to collect more than $ 42,000. These contributions will make a remarkable difference and will provide invaluable services to mute, sick, aged, helpless animals and birds in rural areas of India and here in the USA.
Currently we have funds for this cause and would like to disperse it to needy Panjarapoles in India and animal centers in North America. We also would like to sponsors few small permanent projects at panjarapoles along with regular funds for providing grass for animals. If you have any information on names of needy Panjarapole or animal centers, please provide contact information and name of Panjarapole with project details to Niranjanbhai Shah at: Contact :248-553-7327
Thank you again for your generous support of our efforts towards JIVDAYA. Attached is list of Donors for 2023 Jivdaya cause.
1. 2023 Jiv Daya Pledges - During Anniversary
2. 2023 Jiv Daya Pledges - During Paryushan
Hemant Shah,
734-658-3474
Jiv Daya Committee Coordinator
Niranjan bhai Shah (248)553-7327,Bhupendra Shah (248)349-5130,Nutan Shah (248)442-1477,and Prakash Shah (248)307-0326
Jai Jinendra!!
JSGD WhatsApp Group Information
Pranam Members,
We have a JSGD WhatsApp group formed and request everyone to join the group. This platform will allow everyone to stay connected, share updates, events and newsletters. We request everyone to please join & share the following link with your friends and family to get added to the JSGD WhatsApp group->
https://chat.whatsapp.com/DsUcxun99pc6jx5CJ67TAN
OR Scan the below QR code to join
Jai Jinendra,
EC & BOT