what are community groups
Community groups are weekly, closed gatherings of about 8-12 people with 1-2 thoughtful and experienced group leader(s) that take place in person or online. They are designed for participants to pursue spiritual growth and develop meaningful relationships with those at a similar stage on the spiritual path.
GROWING BHAKTI SAT-SANGA
level 2 community group for those who appreciate and practice bhakti
Growing Bhakti is for those familiar with bhakti and looking to develop their faith and bhakti practice with a group of people who also appreciate bhakti. Over the course of 8-10 nweeks the group spends time reading from important bhakti texts like the Bhagavad-gita, and discussing topics such as bhakti philosophy, developing a bhakti practice, making healthy lifestyle changes, and developing one’s relationship with Krishna and others on the bhakti path.
Growing Bhakti Sat-sanga provides a space for people to learn how to practice bhakti-yoga and to deepen bhakti practice, to share thoughts and realizations, to express doubts and ask questions, and to find inspiration and support on the bhakti path.
If you are unsure of what group is best for you or have any questions, please contact communitygroups@bhakticenter.org
what you will need
- check-in: 10 minutes
- reading & discussion: 70 minutes
- check-out: 10 minutes
meeting structure
- primarily: Bhagavad Gita: Talks Between the Soul and God by Ranchor Prime; other books as indicated in the description of each group
- Journal and writing utensil (optional)
commitment
To honor fellow group members, we ask that only those who can attend at least 75% of the meetings join the group. At the first group meeting we will read out loud and sign an agreement form.
requisite
Growing Bhakti is designed to develop one’s commitment to the path of bhakti. Beginning Bhakti is a prerequisite, or any other equivalent wisdom course or experience with the bhakti path.
