27.04.2024 - JSGD - Newsletter

Jain Society of Greater Detroit

MAHAVIR JANMA KALYANAK CELEBRATIONS

Dear Society Members,

Jai Jinendra & Pranam,

Details on Mahavir Janma Kalyanak celebrations are as below:
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When: Sunday, - April 28th, 2024
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Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
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Agenda: Snatra Puja by JOY, Gheeboli and Swapna Darshan, General Body Meeting, Aarti, Mangal Divo, Shanti Kalash followed by Swamivatsalya.

Please RSVP by clicking HERE. This helps our team plan better and prepare the food accordingly.

PARKING - Please be advised that we have additional parking available at Aim High School which is just next to the temple. Please support us by avoiding parking anywhere, where it is not allowed, such as, fire lane etc.

We kindly request the labharthis of Swapna Darshan Gheeboli to be at the temple NO LATER THAN 10:45 am.

- EC Team

25th ANNIVERSARY SOUVENIR

Dear Society Members,

Jai Jinendra & Pranam,

I'm delighted to share with you the exciting news that our temple's 25th-anniversary souvenir booklet, commemorating the celebrations from last year, is finally complete. After overcoming some challenges and delays, we have created a beautiful keepsake that truly captures the essence of our festivities.

This souvenir is more than just a collection of photographs and memories; it's a testament to the dedication and vision of our temple's founders, as well as the vibrant community that has grown around it over the past 25 years.

We have chosen a significant date for the distribution of this cherished booklet. On April 28th, 2024, we will celebrate Mahavir Janma Kalyanak, a day of immense spiritual significance. It is fitting that we mark this auspicious occasion by sharing our temple's history and achievements with all of you.

I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to the creation of this souvenir, whether by sharing memories, providing photographs, or assisting with its design and production. Your efforts have truly made this booklet something special.

Please mark your calendars for April 28th when our souvenir booklet will be available for pick up (one booklet per family ) during our Mahavir Janma Kalyanak Celebration Day.

With warm regards,

Arvin Shah

25-Year Mahotsav Committee Chairperson

BOT ANNOUNCEMENT - JOS COMMITTEE

Dear Society Members,

Jai Jinendra & Pranam,

In accordance with the Jain Vani announcement by the Board of Trustees (BOT), a new JOS committee has been established for a three-year term. The selection of committee members was based on their enthusiasm, talents, energy, innovative ideas, and dedication to fostering healthy living within our JOS community.

The appointed committee members are as follows:

1. Bipinbhai Shah - Leader
2. Rameshbhai Shah
3. Nikhilbhai Kothari
4. Shreyaben Shah
5. Sanjaybhai Bhandari
6. Anilbhai Jain
7. Dr. Sanjaybhai Lakhani
8. Keval Shah
9. Veer Shah

The committee's scope of activities will encompass various areas such as health, finance, bingo, music, picnics, mimicry, religious discussions, trips, and more.

We are delighted to welcome two new young high school talents, Keval and Veer, who will be joining the senior group to enhance our seniors' activities.

With this dynamic and diverse team, we are confident in further strengthening the foundation of JOS. All members are encouraged to participate in JOS programs for enjoyment and support!

- Board of Trustees

SWADHYAY BY PANDITJI CHAMPAKBHAI MEHTA

Dear Society Members,

Jai Jinendra & Pranam,

Swadhyay by Panditvarya Shri Champakbhai Mehta

Panditji Shri Champakbhai Mehta will be here for Swadhyay from May 7-13. The topics will include the meaning of Antray Karma Nivaran Puja (continued from last year) and the meaning of Snatra Puja.

Please click on this link to view --- Panditvarya Shri Champakbhai Mehta's Biodata

JOY SENIOR APPRECIATION EVENT

Dear Society Members,

Jai Jinendra,

We hope you are all excited for the Senior Appreciation Event coming up! We hope that all the JSGD seniors will join us for what we guarantee will be a delightful event with a light dinner. Just a friendly reminder, the event will be on May 4th at 4 PM.

RSVP link: https://forms.gle/m2ZmkoNVKvYgUUED8

Thank you

-JOY Board

SHRI VASTUPAL SHAH PUJA INVITATION

MAY 11 INVITATION

Jai Jinendra. Please join us on May 11th at the Jain Temple in Farmington Hills, MI, for a Puja and Swami Vatsalya lunch honoring the memory of our Dad, Vastupal B. Shah.

Snatra Puja will begin at 10:30 AM, followed by remembrances from family and friends, and then lunch at the temple.

Dad passed away peacefully on March 29th, at home in Hanover Park, IL. Alongside Mom (Varsha), Dad was an integral member and leader of the Jain Community in the US. He held a number of leadership roles in the Jain Society of Greater Detroit (JSGD), including Temple Pratistha Co-Chair, Executive Committee President, and Chairman of the Board of Trustees. His most noteworthy contribution to the Society was as Co-Convener of the 2013 JAINA Convention, which brought over 3,500 attendees from around the world to Detroit. He also led two yatras to India as part of JAINA's Pilgrimage Committee, and co-led over ten Panch Tirth yatras for JSGD. Dad received the JAINA Ratna award in 2017 and JSGD’s Lifetime Achievement Award in 2020.

Please RSVP at the link below BY MAY 6th. We look forward to seeing you.

RSVP MAY 11

Neil, Charu, Keshav, and Sahana

Pareen, Renu, Akash, and Ajay

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