Sai Ram!

Recently Swami has graciously blessed devotees from "Chicago and around" with the golden opportunity to take a pilgrimage to Prashanthi Nilayam as a group.  He specifically asked that we come THIS June/July, and encouraged us to bring "any number" of devotees.  On behalf of Chicago area devotees, we would like to extend the invitation to individuals across all of Region 5 to join the pilgrimage.

Purpose of Pilgrimage:  To Seek Swami’s Blessings

Goals:
* Journey from I to We to Sai
* Support Individual Transformation;
* Promote Spiritual Growth and Upliftment of all members;
* Build Unity among all Chicago Area devotees;
* Strengthen and Energize the Sai Centers;
* Win Swami’s Grace

Jai Sai Ram!

Essential Requirements for All:
1)  Have Faith With No Expectations!
2)  Be United and Have Swami as Focus
3)  Adhere to the Discipline of the Group
4)  Participate in all the Group Sadhana/Unity-Building Activities
5)  Participate in local and Parthi Service opportunities
6)  Be from Region 5 and associated with a Sai Center in Region 5
7)  Be with the Group in Prashanthi Nilayam for the ENTIRE trip – June 28 evening darshan – July 4 morning darshan
8)  Register By April 15th And Purchase Ticket By May 15th
9)  Attend Pilgrimage Preparation meetings in your local area
10) Attend Mandatory Mini-Retreats in Chicago (May 16, June 6)
11) Learn Group Songs and Vedam

Additional Requirements To Be Part of the Presentation:
12) Attend all Pilgrimage Preparation meetings in your local area and both Mini-Retreats
13) Attend additional small group practice sessions as needed (i.e. singing, instruments)