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Jain Center of America Celebrates It’s 9th Temple Anniversary on June 8, 14, 15, 2014

Sunday, June 8, 2014

Jai Jinendra,

MAHAVIR SWAMI TEMPLE 9th PRATISHTHA ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Saturday, Jun 14th 2014

Sunday, June 15th 2014

7:00 pm:

Bhakti by Aashish Bhai Mehta
and Nayanbhai Sanghvi

9:00 am:		Snatra Puja. Nakro will be $101 per family - 5 families can take labh
10:00 am:		18 Abhisek of 2nd floor Bhagwan by Shri Nayanbhai Sanghvi.

Dhwaja Aarohan of 2nd floor Mahavir Swami Temple will be at 12:38 pm Sharp

Name of Pratimaji	Nakro for Abhishek	Name of Pratimaji	Nakro for Abhishek

Shri Mahavirswami, Shri Neminath, Shri Sambhavnath	$151 for each Abhishek of all 3 Bhagwans	Shri Ghantakaran Mahavir Dev	$51 for 3 Abhishek
Shri Mahavirswami, Shri Neminath, Shri Sambhavnath	$151 for each Abhishek of all 3 Bhagwans	Shri Bhomiaji	$51 for 3 Abhishek
Shri Parshvnath	$51 for each Abhishek	Shri Gaumukh Yaksha	$51 for 3 Abhishek
Shri Shantinath	$51 for each Abhishek	Shri Padmavati Devi	$51 for 3 Abhishek
Shri Gautamswami	$51 for each Abhishek	Shri Laxmi Devi	$51 for 3 Abhishek
Shri Adinath Chaumukhi	$51 for 3 Abhishek	Shri Sarasvati Devi	$51 for 3 Abhishek
Shri Simandharswami	$51 for 3 Abhishek	Shri Chakesvari Devi	$51 for 3 Abhishek
Shri Manibhadra Vir Dev	$51 for 3 Abhishek	Shri Shantinath (Anjan Salakha)	$51 for 3 Abhishek
Shri Nakoda Bhairav Dev	$51 for 3 Abhishek	Shri Adinath (Anjan Salakha)	$51 for 3 Abhishek
SHANTINATH BHAGWAN FOR SNATRA PUJA $51 (MAXIMUM 4 SPONSORS)

SHRI ADINATH JINALAYA Pratishtha Anniversary Celebration 2014

Please join us in celebrating our Ninth Pratishtha Anniversary on Sunday, June 15, 2014

By performing Shri Kalyan Mandir Vidhaan

Under the Guidance of Pandit Kemchandji Jain

Program as follows:

Abhishek & Shantidhara: 9:00 am - 9:45 am

Shri Kalyan Mandir Vidhan: 10:00 pm – 12:30 pm

Visarjan & Aarti: 12:30 pm – 1:00 pm

We are very fortunate that this special day falls on Sunday this year.

We request all Dharambandhus to participate in the celebrations along with family and friends.

As Jain Shravaks, it is our obligation and duty to actively participate in such auspicious occasions so that the coming generations continue our Jain Traditions.

SHRI DADAGURUDEVAY NAMAH:

MONTHLY DADA GURUDEV PUJA SCHEDULE: May 18, 2014 (Sunday) 9:30 am to 12:15 pm, 4th Floor

PRATISHTHA ANNIVERSARY PROGRAM DETAIL:

Under the Guidance of Shri Aashish Bhai Mehta

Adhar Abhishek on June 14, 2014 (Saturday) From: 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, 4th Floor

June 15, 2014 (Sunday): Anniversary Puja: 9:30 am to 1:15 pm (New Dhawja: 12:39 pm Sharp)

Before Dadagurudev Puja there will be Snatra Puja at 2nd Floor from 8:00 am to 9:15 am

You all are requested to attend the entire program and take Dharam Labh.

Sthanak News

PLEASE NOTE SCHEDULE FOR UPCOMING EVENTS

EIGHTH ANNUAL 24 HOURS AKHAND “NAVKAR MAHA MANTRA JAAP”

From: Saturday, May 17th 2014 (10.15 am)

To: Sunday, May 18th 2014 (10.15 am)

FOLLOWED BY “SAAMUHIK SAAMAYIK” @ 10.30 am ownwards,

ALONG WITH DISCOURSE BY PANDIT DHIRUBHAI MEHTA

CELEBRATING 9TH “STHANAK” ANNIVERSARY SUNDAY, JUNE 8TH 2014 @ 10.15 am ONWARDS

ALONG WITH “SAAMUHIK SAAMAYIK” & DISCOURSE BY

SAMANI BHAVIT PRAGYAJI

SAMANI SANGH PRAGYAJI

SHRIMAD RAJCHANDRA SWADHYAY BHAKTI SCHEDULE

Venue: Shrimad Dhyan Hall, 3rd Floor Derasar

Time: 1:30pm to 4pm on Sunday

Date		Occasion
Sunday, May 18		Swadhyay & Param Upkari Prabhu Shreeji’s Dehotsarg Day
Sunday, June 15		Param Krupaludev’s Chitrapat Sthapna Anniversary Day
Sunday, July 20		Swadhyay & Gurupurnima Celebration

Sunday, July 20

Sunday, June 15

With Regards,

Jain Center of America

With Regards,

Jain Center of America

Mahaveer Janma Kalyanak Celebrations on Sunday, May 11, 2014

Sunday, May 11, 2014

Jai Jinendra!

Dear Sadharmik Brothers and Sisters,

Each year, JCA organizes the Cultural Program to celebrate Mahaveer Janam Kalyanak in which over 1,500 to 2,000 Jains along with their families from around the Tri State area attend to celebrate the religious festivities and cultural programs. We are pleased to have the opportunity to organize this incredible event for all the community to take part in again.

We invite you to participate in our Annual JCA Mahaveer Jayanti Cultural Program. Please come with family and friends to celebrate this auspicious occasion and our Jain heritage! Please bring the entire family so they can enjoy the beautiful cultural programs performed by our youths.

Date:	Sunday, May 11, 2014
Time:	Cultural Program Starts at 2:00 pm Sharp
Swamivatsalya:	Snacks: 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
	Dinner: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Location:	Martin Van Buren High School (Hillside, Queens, NY)

Please view the JCA Newsletter for additional information. We cordially invite all JCA members with family and friends to support all of our young participants performing in these cultural programs.

We request all our members to contribute wholeheartedly to ensure the success of this great tradition. Sponsorship opportunities are available. You can sponsor food, trophies, hall

facility, videography etc. Please Click on Sponsorship Form to download form or call JCA Temple for additional info.

We are very thankful to everyone who has joined in making Mahaveer Janma Kalyanak program as well as other JCA events so successful with your efforts and generous contributions. We look forward to your support for all JCA's programs throughout the year. With your continued support we are able to celebrate our great Jain traditions as well as pass on our heritage to our future generations.

Please feel free to contact anyone of us or speak with the JCA Manager at 718-478-9141 for any suggestions or to make a contribution towards the success of Mahaveer Janma Kalyanak 2014.

Please visit www.nyjaincenter.org to learn more about JCA’s Latest News, Upcoming Events and much more.

Thank you for your time and support and we look forward to having you at this auspicious event.

Mahaveer Janma Kalyanak Celebrations on Sunday, May 11, 2014

With Regards,

JCA Board of Trustees

JCA Executive Committee

JCA Bhakti Bhavna & Varsitap Parna & Bahuman Celebration From May 1 - 3, 2014

Friday, May 2, 2014

Jai Jinendra

Dear Sadharmik Brothers and Sisters

Jain Center of America, NY takes a great pleasure in inviting Sakal Sangh for Varsitap Parna Celebration as follows:

Thursday, May 1st 2014: Bhakti Bhavna followed by Swamivatsalay :
Swamivatsalay at Elmhurst Memorial Hall from 5.00 PM To 7.00 PM
Bhakti Bhavna at Jain Center of America from 7.00 PM

Friday, May 2nd 2014: Varsitap Parna followed by Swamivatsalay :
The Varsitap Parana will take place at Gujarati Samaj of NY from 10.00 AM

All are requested to attend and follow the Parna Schedule, organized by Kishorbhai for easy to maintain arrangement in orderly, even that everyone gets proper chance to take parna labh.

Above both events are sponsored by Kishorbhai & Ranjanben Mehta.

Saturday, May 3rd 2014: Bahuman followed by Swamivatsalay & Dandiya :
Gujarati Samaj Of New York
Swamivatslay: 5.00 PM To 7.00 PM
Bahuman followed by Dandiya Rass: from 7.00 PM

Board of Trustees, Executive Committee and Religious Committee requests all to participate in this event.

ANUMODANA & SUKH SATA FOR ALL VARSITAP TAPSAVIS & KISHORBHAI-RANJANBEN MEHTA

Thanks and Regards,

Jain Center of America. NY

Varsitap Parna on Friday, May 2, 2014

Friday, May 2, 2014

Jai Jinendra

JCA takes a great pleasure in inviting Sakal Sangh on behalf of Kishorbhai & Ranjanben Mehta family,for the celebration of Varsitap Parna. Varsitap Aradhana ni ANUMODANA for all 35 tapsavis.

Adinath Varsitap Parna

The Varshitap Parna will take place on Friday,May 2,2014 @ 10 AM at Gujarati Samaj Of New York. Please click View Kankotri-Varsitap Parna above for events.

Shri Kishorbhai Mehta & family request presence of the Sakal Sangh members to grace this auspicious event. We hope to see many more.

Thanks and Regards,

Jain Center of America

Shri Mahavirswami Janam Kalyanak Mahotsav on Sunday, April 13, 2014 (Chaitra Sud Teras)

Sunday, April 13, 2014

Jai Jinendra !!

Jain Center Of America take a great pleasure in inviting sakal sangh for the Janam kalyanak Mahotsav of Shashanpati Bhagwan Shri Mahavirswami.

We encourage all our members to contribute for Swamivatslay sponsorship on this auspicious day of Janam Kalyanak Mahotsav.

Following programs are scheduled at the Jain Center of America:

Sunday, April 13, 2014:Mahavirswami Janam Kalyanak

Abhisek & Mahavir Bhagwan Puja @ 10.00 AM at Adinath Jinalay

Snatra Puja @ 10.30 AM at Mahavirswami Jinalay

Saamuhik Saamayik & Swadhyay@ 10.30 AM at Cellar

Sunday, April 13,2014 @12.30 PM - 3.00 PM

Swamivatslay will be served at:

Elmhurst Memorial Hall

88-24 43rd Avenue, Elmhurst NY-11373.

Thanks & Regards.

Jain Center Of America

Aymbil Oli on Monday, April 7th 2014 - Tuesday, April 15th 2014

Monday, April 7, 2014

Jai Jinendra !!

Jain Center of America (JCA) invites Sakal Sangh to participate in the Aymbil Oli starting on Monday, April 7,2014.Please participate in this auspicious Tap and motivate others to do same.

Event: Aymbil Oli

Venue: Jain Center Of America (4th Fl. Bhojanshala)

Date: Monday, 04/07/2014 - Tuesday, 04/15/2014

Time: 12 PM - 2 PM

Sponsors: Archanaben Abhisekbhai Rathod and Dinaben Tusharbhai Kothari

Please register your name to JCA office at least a day in advance so, we can provide you with better services.

Members interested in sponsoring this and future Aymbil Oli please contact JCA office or EC members.

Parna will be on Wednesday, April 16th 2014 at 8 AM on 4th Floor (Bhojanshala)

Bhojanshala will be closed on Sunday, 04/13/2014, except for Aymbil.

Thanks and Regards,

Jain Center of America, NY

Anjansalaka Pratimaji Pravesh & Pratishtha Ceremony on Sunday, March 23, 2014

Sunday, March 23, 2014

Jai Jinendra

Dear Sadharmik Brothers and Sisters

Jain Center of America, NY is very happy to inform you that Two Anjansalaka Panch Dhatu Pratimaji of Shri Bhagwan Adinath and Shri Bhagwan Shantinath, Pravesh and Pratishtha Ceremony will be performed on Sunday March 23,2014, Vikram Samvat 2070 fagan vadi satam, in Shri Bhagwan Mahavirswami Temple (Second Floor).

Anjansalaka Pratimaji arrived in NY on February.26,2014 and Parona Ceremony was successfully performed at JTNY, New Hyde Park. We thank all at JTNY on Behalf of Jain Center of America, NY for their help.

Pratishtha and Pravesh Ceremony on Sunday,March 23,2014 will be performed by Vidhikar Shri Nareshbhai S.Shah & Vidhikar Shri Sureshbhai Doshi.

We request all to be part of this auspicious ceremony and take Labh.

Following is the program details: Program will start with Akhand Deepak, Kumbh Sthapana, Snatra Pooja from 8.30 AM to 10.00 AM

Sadharmiks who have taken successful boli for Bharai of Shri Bhagwan Adinath and Shri Bhagwan Shantinath will get privilege to bring Pratimaji from JTNY, New Hyde Park starting at 9.15 AM to JCA Ithaca Street Temple arriving at 10. 00 AM.

Bimb Pravesh from 10.00 AM to 11.00 AM at Ithaca Street Temple

Sadharmiks who have taken successful boli for Pratimaji Pratishtha will have privilege to take Pratimaji from inside of Temple door to the second floor.

Adhar Abhishek : 11.00 AM to 1.30 PM

Pratishtha of Pratimaji: 1.30 PM to 2.00 PM

Swami Vatsalalya will start after Pratishtha of Pratimaji, 2.00 PM onward

Ashta Prakari Pooja, Aarti, Mangal Divo and Shanti Kalash: 2.00 PM to 3.00 PM

Following are updated Gheebolis as of today, Members can take Labh:

	Rituals	Ghee Boli	Boli Adinathji	Boli Shantinathji
1	Bhagwan Bharai		$501	$251
2	Deepak and Kumbh Sthapna		$101	$101
3	Sanghpati will do Tilak to Sangh	$101
4	Pratimaji Pratishtha		$2501	$2101
5	Ashta Prakari Pooja	$101

Following are Nakro starting today, members can take Labh:

1	Deepak-6 people	$11/Each
2	Dhoop-6 people	$11/Each
3	Chamar-6 people	$11/Each
4	Danko-6 people	$11/Each
5	Akhand Dhara-2 people	$31/Each
6	Adhar Abhisek (Two Pratimaji) 3 to 15 Abhhisek 1 & 2 Abhishek will be the privilege of Bharai Boli Sadharmik 16,17&18 Abhishek will be the privilege of Pratishtha Boli Sadharmik	$51/Each
7	Swami Vatsalaya labh ( Three Families )	$5001

There will bolis at Temple for Chandra Darshan, Surya Darshan, Aarti,Mangal Divo and Shanti Kalash.

Your Participation in this auspicious ceremony will be greatly appreciated, please grace, support and help JCA.

All Bolis and Nakro should be emailed or by phone call to Manojkumar Mehta,

JCA Manager Email - JCAManager@yahoo.com Phone 718-478-9141

Boli and Nakro Adhesh will be given on

Wednesday, March 19, 2014 after 9.00 PM

Hope to see you all , Regards

Board of Trustees, Executive Committee and Religious Committee

Jain Center of America, NY

Young Jains of America Presentation on Sunday, March 2, 2014

Sunday, March 2, 2014

Jai Jinendra!

Young Jains of America (YJA) will be giving a presentation on their organization as well as details of the 2014 YJA Convention: "Young Jains: Today's Learners, Tomorrow's Leaders" that will be held in Washington, DC during the July 4, 2014 weekend. The 11th bi-annual convention will have close to 1,000 Young Jains across the country attend spiritual and networking sessions over 3 days. The conventions is entirely planned, managed and executed by our young generation of Jains.

We request all our JCA Membership, our Board of Trustees and Executive Committee as well as our future generation of Jain leaders between the ages of 14-29 years to attend this presentation on Sunday | March 2, 2014 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm | 2nd Floor Sthanak Hall | followed by Swamivatsalya. The YJA team will be there to answer any questions you may have concerning their organization and the convention.

Young Jains of America is an entity of Federation of the Jain Associations in North America (JAINA). YJA puts emphasis on projects relating to Jain youth from ages 14-29. YJA was first established in 1991, and held its first youth convention in 1994.

Throughout the years, YJA’s membership has grown substantially. Today, YJA serves over 10,000 members. Our mission is to be recognized nationally and internationally as an umbrella Jain youth organization for establishing a network for and among youth to share Jain heritage and religion.

YJA Objectives:

•	To raise awareness about Jain ideals and principles in North America and the world.
•	To create a forum for sharing Jain religion.
•	To instill a sense of pride among youth about Jain heritage.
•	To address the problems, difficulties, and concerns facing Jain youth.
•	To assist and to promote charitable community activities.
•	To prepare youth, who ascribe to Jain values, to become successful leaders of tomorrow.
•	To develop friendships among the youth, who ascribe to Jain values, and.
•	To foster and strengthen local Jain youth groups.

Please try to attend this presentation and encourage your children to come... they are our future.

Regards,

Jain Center of America

2014 YJA Convention

Jai Jinendra!

Young Jains of America would like to invite Jain youth
between the ages of 14 and 29 to the 2014 YJA Convention:
"Young Jains: Today's Learners, Tomorrow's Leaders."

Join us in Washington, D.C. from July 3rd-6th at the
Crystal Gateway Marriott. Attendees will hear from a
wide range of speakers, participate in engaging social events
and forge everlasting connections!

REGISTER TODAY AT CONVENTION.YJA.ORG.

The 2014 YJA Convention: "Young Jains: Today’s Learners, Tomorrow’s Leaders", will
inspire youth to apply the principles of Jainism in their lives. The participants will leave
the convention ready to impact the world as active leaders. By interacting with
attendees of all ages, youth will learn how Jainism is a source of support at each
phase, from the teenage social network to a young graduate’s career.

Attendees will have the opportunity to connect, learn, and share their thoughts with one
another on a variety of subjects. Sessions, speakers, and new friends will all come
together to complete the learning experience through a variety of fun, innovative, and
interactive programming experiences; attendees will engage in a variety of activities
and sessions relating to ahimsa, aparigraha, anekantavada, developing leadership, and
working to improve the human condition.

With the help of donors such as yourself, YJA can cover various convention costs,
such as hotel accommodations and food for attendees, speakers and volunteers, travel
costs for diverse speakers and decorations for social events.

We greatly appreciate your help.


Daytime Programming	Social Events	JNF Events
This convention will connect nearly 700 youth from across the globe. During the daytime sessions, attendees will hear from inspirational speakers who keep Jainism and its values alive in the hearts and minds of youth. In addition, this year will be the first time YJA introduces Jain Academic Bowl (JAB) to the convention. Get excited for some diverse sessions on Jain education, interfaith, lifestyle, college/careers, debates, games, and much more!	Join us at the 2014 YJA Convention Social events for four days of reuniting with old friends and making new ones. Prepare for the Garba in the Gham, the first ever Jain Factor Talent Battle, and the Starry Night Gala. This is the place to be for the 4th of July weekend - a weekend the nation’s Capital you won’t forget. Dining Experience Attendees will be provided a variety of delicious Jain and vegan meals, from Mexican and Asian, to American and Italian.	Jain Networking Forum (JNF) is designed for Jains between the ages of 21 and 29 and has the goal of fostering professional relationships. JNF 2014 will provide attendees the opportunity to meet similar-minded individuals through interactive daytime sessions, while creating lasting connections with Jains that are successful in a variety of careers. Additionally, the unique social events will allow attendees to relax, mingle, and have an unforgettable experience.

Jai Jinendra !

Registration for the 2014 YJA Convention is now OPEN
and we want you to be among the first to register!
Space is limited this year, so don't delay!

Click to Regester for the 2014 YJA Convention

Convention Details

Who:	You and your friends (ages 14-29) interested in Jainism
When:	Thursday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 6th
Where:	Crystal Gateway Marriott Located at 1700 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Arlington, VA
Registration Fees:	Click for Registration Fees & Deadlines 1 out of the first 150 to register will win a brand-new iPad Air!
More Info:	Please visit our Convention Website Or e-mail reghelp@yja.org - we're here to help!
Get Excited:

Anjansalaka Pratimaji on Wednesday, February 26,2014

Wednesday, February 26, 2014

Jai Jinendra

Jain Center of America, NY is very happy to inform you that two nine inch ( 9") Anjansalaka Paach Dhatu Pratimaji Sthapana will be done in Bhgawan Mahavirswami Temple Gabhara on second floor.

Anjansalaka ceremony was performed in Mumbai, India for Pratimaji of Shri Bhagwan Adinath and Shri Bhagwan Santinath. Shri Bhagwan Santinath Panch Dhatu Pratimaji was taken from JCA Gabhara to India to perform Anjansalaka. JCA will also be doing Sthapana of an additional Anjansalaka Panch Dhatu Pratimaji of Shri Bhagwan Adinath in Gabhara, purchased by JCA.

Vasantbhai and Jaynaben Mehta took all responsibility of this event and all related responsibilities, including taking and bringing Pratimaji to JCA. They will be arriving along with two Pratimaji on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 at JFK.

On behalf of Jain Center Of America we thank them for their generous help.

Jain Temple of NY, New Hyde Park has offered JCA to do Parona ceremony at JTNY center on Wednesday, February 26,2014 starting 2.30 PM. This religious ceremony will be performed, prior to Grah Pravesh in JCA. Pratimaji will be taken directly to Jain Temple of NY, New Hyde Park from JFK on Wednesday, February 26, 2014. Jain Center of America, NY appreciates JTNY help and thanks on behalf of JCA.

Members are requested to attend this ceremony at JTNY and take Labh.

Following are the program details:

Everyone can Participate, there will be Ghee bolis for Asthaprakari pooja, Aarti and Magal Devo. .

Pratimaji Pravesh and Stapana ceremony details and date at JCA will be sent soon, so that all of you will have enough time to participate and take Labh of this very auspicious occasion at JCA.

Board of Trustees, Executive Committee and Religious Committee requests all to take Labh.

Regards

Jain Center of America, NY

Policy for Navkar Mantra JAAP

Monday, February 10, 2014

Jai Jinendra

Members have requested clarification of the policy regarding conducting JAAP in JCA after death of their family member, relative or friend.

JCA Board of Trustees and Executive committee have agreed to the following policy:

1. JCA will allow any member to do Navkar Mantra JAAP in the memory of their family member, relative or a friend after death
2. JAAP can take place only (15) fifteen days after death
3. JAAP for such matters only will take place in the JCA Basement
4. JCA will send email regarding this matter upon request from the member or family member
5.There will be no posting of this event on JCA notice Board on any floor
6.There will be no conveyance or announcements of any condolences in JCA in this event
7.No pictures/photo of anyone including Gurus/Scholars will be allowed to be displayed at the event
8.Such event can be held any day of the week except on Sunday after 3.00 PM only
9. No food will be allowed to be served in JCA on such event
10. JCA has thoughtfully discussed this matter to satisfy all religious matters of the five tradition in JCA
11. JCA requests members to follow above guidelines

On behalf of Board of Trustees and Executive Committee
Jawahar A. Shetti
Chairman
Jain Center of America,NY