For many years now, the Sant Nirankari Mission in the West Midlands have supported Local Government and delivered Yoga Classes, to encourage well being and good health in the community. In recent times, Yoga has been considered as a great alternative therapy and the Mission in conjunction with Sandwell Adult Education and Family Learning now runs three classes a week for the community without any cost.

It was decided to hold a Christmas party and yoga feast after the English Satsang on the 10th December 2009 to create further awareness of the Yoga initiative. Daljit Mehta ji provided an insight into the philosophy of the Mission through his discourse as many new faces joined this occasion. After the Discourse all those who registered joined in the feast and entertainment for the evening. Respected Upashak Ji acted as master of ceremonies and outlined the order of proceedings. Respected Sukhjinder Singh ji welcomed everyone to the evening and spoke of the work of the Mission to create Harmony in the Community.

Thereafter, Acharyia Praveen Kumar ji gave an insight into the benefits of Yoga, Healthy Food which was being served and also healthy living. He also mentioned that in January with the support of Family Learning, a new free course in Personal Health and Fitness was being commenced at the Bhawan. There was an immediate interest and take up of the course. Pursuant to speeches, Professor Amar Singh and other artists provided entertainment by way of a Sitar Recital and the singing of some Ghazals.

Healthy food was being served and enjoyed by everyone. During this time a group of South Indian devotees performed a classical dance. In order to promote Yoga some of the students from the class illustrated postures that they had learned. At the conclusion as vote of thanks was given and in particular we recognise the wonderful contribution of Achariya Praveen Kumar ji, Sister Sangeeta Ji and Brother Vishu Ji for putting the event together.

All guests on the evening were given a bag containing literature and CD’s about the Mission and its projects. The evening was enjoyed by all illustrating how the Mission is applying its `resources to focus on the well being of the community. The education and information received on the evening also created awareness about Yoga and was appreciated by all.

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