Acharya and Scholars Visiting JCA in 2015

Shri. Pravin J. Sanghavi

He comes from Walkeshwar, Mumbai. He has had his Dharmik education for 6 years of complete course at Mehsana Pathsala. 5 Pratikaman, 9 Smaran, 4 Prakran, 3 Bhashya, 6 Karmagranth, Panchsangrah, Kshetra Samas, BrihadSanrahani, Tatwarth with Arth. He has experience of 30 Years of teaching as Dharmik teacher, 11 Years at Babu Amichand Panama Adeshwar Jain Temple, Walkeshwar, Mumbai and 9 Years at Shripal Nagar Jain Temple, Walkeshwar, Mumbai. Number of students studying at present - 400. Book written by Pravinbhai - Sutrarthsar Aatma Uddhar (2 Pratikaman Arth). Pravinbhai has done Payurshan Aradhana done at various places including Japan, Singapore, Houston (USA), Dubai, Bangkok (Thailand), New York (USA) & Israel.

Shri Dr. (Prof.) Dharam Chand Ji Jain

Dr. Jain is Professor of Sanskrit at Jai Narain Vyas University, Jodhpur. He also has stronghold in Prakrit language. His thrust area of interest is Jainism and Buddhism. He has done extensive research work on epistemology and logic in Jainism and Buddhism. He also takes active interest in other schools of Indian philosophy and sanskrit literature. He has served as the HoD, Sanskrit (2009-2012) and as founding director of Buddhist Studies Center, J N Vyas University (2006-2011). He is a chief editor of Jinvani- monthly Jaina Journal/magazine since October 1994. He also edited another bimonthly Jaina Journal - Swadhyay Shiksha (1988-2002). He has edited more than 25 books on Jainism and Buddhism. He has chaired sessions in various national and international seminars, symposia, workshops and conferences.

Shri Dr. Abhay Dagade

Professionally working as a Family Physician for last 30 years Dr. Abhay Dagade has studied many ancient Granthas such as: the Chhaha Dhala, Tatwarth Sutra, Ratna Karandak Shravakachar, Samaysar, etc. He has been arranging and conducting Swadhyaya classes twice a day in Shri Parshwanath Digambar Jain Mandir in Kopargaon. He worked as the chief of Digambar Jain Samaj in Kopargaon from 1999-2001. He helped with the construction of Bhagwan Chandraprabhu Chaityalaya. He arranged and conducted the Panchkalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav there as well. He has given lectures on various topics in many different cities.

Jai Jinendra,

Sadharmik Brothers and Sisters,

It is with great pleasure we would like to welcome all of you to Paryushan Maha Parv and Das Lakshana 2015. It is one of the most important days for us all Jains, and as always in the past, we seek your active participation in the events and taking Dharam Laabh.

A detailed flyer will reach to you shortly, but here are a few highlights of the events and the dates, for you to mark your calendar and make these events a grand succes.

Thursday, September 10, 2015             -	Paryushan Mahaparv Starts
Friday, September 11, 2015                   -	Paryushan Mahaparv Starts (Sthanak & Dadawadi)
Sunday, September 13, 2015                 -	Swapna Darshan and Mahavir Janma - Queens College - 2:00 PM Sharp
Tuesday, September 15, 2015               -	Book Distribution - 7:00 PM
Thursday, September 17, 2015             -	Samvatsari
Friday, September 18, 2015                  -	Samvatsari (Sthanak & Dadawadi)
Friday, September 18, 2015                  -	Parna
Friday, September 18, 2015                  -	Das Lakshan Parva Starts
Saturday, September 19, 2015             -	Parna (Sthanak & Dadawadi)
Wednesday, September 23, 2015        -	Dhoop Dashmi
Sunday, September 27, 2015                -	Anant Chaturdashi
Monday, September 28, 2015              -	Parna
Sunday, October 4, 2015                       -	Samuh Sanji (Tapsvi Bahumman) - 5:00 PM
Saturday, October 10, 2015                  -	Departure for Chaitya Paripati to Detroit - 6:00 AM Sharp
Monday, October 12, 2015                   -	Return from Chaitya Paripati from Detroit by 10:00 PM

These holy days will be graced under the auspicious presence of:

Shri. Pravin J. Sanghavi: He comes from Walkeshwar, Mumbai. He has had his Dharmik education for 6 years of complete course at Mehsana Pathsala. 5 Pratikaman, 9 Smaran, 4 Prakran, 3 Bhashya, 6 Karmagranth, Panchsangrah, Kshetra Samas, BrihadSanrahani, Tatwarth with Arth. He has experience of 30 Years of teaching as Dharmik teacher, 11 Years at Babu Amichand Panama Adeshwar Jain Temple, Walkeshwar, Mumbai and 9 Years at Shripal Nagar Jain Temple, Walkeshwar, Mumbai. Number of students studying at present - 400. Book written by Pravinbhai - Sutrarthsar Aatma Uddhar (2 Pratikaman Arth). Pravinbhai has done Payurshan Aradhana done at various places including Japan, Singapore, Houston (USA), Dubai, Bangkok (Thailand), New York (USA) & Israel.

Shri Dr. (Prof.) Dharam Chand Ji Jain: Dr. Jain is Professor of Sanskrit at Jai Narain Vyas University, Jodhpur. He also has stronghold in Prakrit language. His thrust area of interest is Jainism and Buddhism. He has done extensive research work on epistemology and logic in Jainism and Buddhism. He also takes active interest in other schools of Indian philosophy and sanskrit literature. He has served as the HoD, Sanskrit (2009-2012) and as founding director of Buddhist Studies Center, J N Vyas University (2006-2011). He is a chief editor of Jinvani- monthly Jaina Journal/magazine since October 1994. He also edited another bimonthly Jaina Journal - Swadhyay Shiksha (1988-2002). He has edited more than 25 books on Jainism and Buddhism. He has chaired sessions in various national and international seminars, symposia, workshops and conferences.

Shri Dr. Abhay Dagade: Professionally working as a Family Physician for last 30 years Dr. Abhay Dagade has studied many ancient Granthas such as: the Chhaha Dhala, Tatwarth Sutra, Ratna Karandak Shravakachar, Samaysar, etc. He has been arranging and conducting Swadhyaya classes twice a day in Shri Parshwanath Digambar Jain Mandir in Kopargaon. He worked as the chief of Digambar Jain Samaj in Kopargaon from 1999-2001. He helped with the construction of Bhagwan Chandraprabhu Chaityalaya. He arranged and conducted the Panchkalyanak Pratishtha Mahotsav there as well. He has given lectures on various topics in many different cities.

Thank you all for your support and look forward to seeing all of you.

Thanks & Regards,
Board of Trustees & Executive Committee
Jain Center of America, NY

Jai Jinendra,

We are fortunate to have Mr. Rahul Kapoor Jain give a Motivational Lecture at our Jain Center of America, in Queens, NY.

He is a highly regarded Motivational Speaker from India that talks about integrating Professional & Family Life with a Jain Way of Life.

He was a speaker at the JAINA Convention in Atlanta and highly appreciated by our Young as well as Professional Adults.

Speaker:	Mr. Rahul Kapoor Jain
Subject:	A] Work Life Balance B] Live an Extra Ordinary Life – A Jain Approach
Date:	Sunday, July 19, 2015
Time:	10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Venue:	2nd Floor Sthanak Hall | Jain Center of America, NY
Lunch:	Swamivatsalya following the Lecture

A] Work Life Balance:

In the blind race to chase power, popularity, pleasure and wealth people seem to have forgotten the art of living. The unhealthy choices that people make in favor of work eventually complicate relationships, increase stress and affect their productivity both at home and at workplace.

This inspirational talk brings in a fresh paradigm to this new-age problem. Laced with insights from our ancient Indian & Jain scriptures, modern day scientific discoveries, interesting statistics, relevant live examples, well timed humor and high impact emotional touch makes this program worth its while for anybody who is seeking happiness both at work and in life.

B] Live an Extra Ordinary Life – A Jain Approach:

Today, where the principle of 'survival of the fittest' is being advocated in the world we still practice 'respect for everyone’s right to live' with compassion being the central theme of all our actions. In a world, where people are breaking all rules of integrity in the name of growth, Jainism, still guides us on the path of universal justice. Such is the brilliance of Jainism, a religion that we have earned due to our past karmas.

However, with all the distractions that exist in the world, there is always a need to reinvent the manner in which we present Jainism to our people, especially the youth. This program does exactly that with its strong thought provoking logical explanations and plenty of live examples, exercises and well timed introspections.

About Rahul Kapoor Jain

He is an Entrepreneur, Speaker, Presenter and Author. In the last 15 years, he has founded 3 companies and 2 charitable trusts. As a speaker, he has transformed over 100,000 lives and conducted sessions for more than 200 clients across 10 countries. He is a guest faculty at Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore (IIMB).

Rahul has authored a book 'Work Wise – Lessons in Excellence for Young Professionals published by Times Group Books. Junior Chamber International conferred him with Outstanding Young Persons of India Award in 2010. Rahul was also the official host for Royal Challengers Bangalore - DLF IPL 3, 4 & 5.

Rahul has impacted over 15,000 Jainsters through his initiative Jain Youth Leadership Forum (JYLF).

Motivational Speaker

• Transformed over 1 Lakh people from various backgrounds.

• Conducted over 2,000 sessions for more than 150 clients which includes over 50 'Fortune 500 Companies'.

• Conducted sessions in 10 countries that includes Australia, Dubai, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand & Nepal.

• Guest faculty at Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore (one of the top 25 B-schools in the world).

• Been a TEDx Speaker.

Please Click Here for Detailed Profile of Rahul Kapoor Jain.

With Regards,

JCA Board of Trustees

JCA Executive Committee

Jai Jinendra, Dear Sadharmik Brothers and Sisters, Earthquake in Nepal is a major disaster and has caused substantial human casualty and damage. It has affected Kathmandu and nearby regions. We are the followers of Bhagvan Mahavir and practitioners of Jivdaya. We cannot ignore the need and help required by our brothers and sisters in Nepal. Jain Center of America has collected funds for many disasters and has sent funds to help. Many organizations always send help to disaster areas in the world and many have always helped disasters relief in India. Jain Center of America NY requests members to send their donation, tax deductible, checks made to Jain Center of America NY for JCA Nepal Earthquake Fund 2015. You can give checks to JCA Manager. Or you can simply go to JCA’s website www.nyjaincenter.org and donate online. JCA will make sure these funds will be distributed properly and will reach needy people of Nepal. JCA has pledged $2,001 donation to the Nepal Earthquake fund. Please send your help whatever you can. With Regards, Jawahar A. Shetti JCA Chairman JCA Board of Trustees JCA Executive Committee

Jai Jinendra!

Dear Sadharmik Brothers and Sisters,

Each year, JCA organizes the Cultural Program to celebrate Mahaveer Bhagwan Janma 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 2015 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, April 26, 2015
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 visit JCA Website 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 Bhagwan 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 Bhagwan Janma Kalyanak 2015.

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.

With Regards,

Jawahar A. Shetti

JCA Chairman

JCA Board of Trustees

JCA Executive Committee