NESSP celebrated Makar Sankrainthi, Bhogi and Kids Vocal Performances

Makar Sankranti  according to the Hindu calendar, marks the transition of the sun into the zodiacal sign of Makara (Capricorn) on its celestial path. Bhog is the day one of the festival followed by Sankranthi.

“Bhogi Pandlu”, a special ritual was performed. 

“Bhogi Pandlu”, a mixture of flower petals, Akshithas, Berries and coins are showered to ward-off evil and bless children with abundance and long life. Many devotees joined along with their children to celebrate this event in the presence of Beloved Sadguru SAI BABA. Children between age group 0-12 yrs attired in colorful traditional wear had a gala time. Close to 60 children took part in this colorful ritual and thoroughly enjoyed while parents gave aarti and showered them with flower petals, Berries on their head.

Music program was conducted on the occasion of Sankranthi. Many teachers around the New England area and their talented students rendered some beautiful songs in both Carnatik and Hindustani genres. 

On the day of Makar Sankranthi- Surya Nayarayana swamy pooja was performed by the temple Priest.

Surya Namaskara Yagna session was felicitated at NESSP. Hindu swayam sevak USA volunteers conducted the session in the temple, where many people attended and learnt the importance of the 10 Surya Namaskaras and how they benefit if followed regularly.

https://goo.gl/photos/UKxd6wnzaitoFqii7 - New year 2017 celebrations

https://goo.gl/photos/UgRR7vYgVEJkM4F27 -Kids vocal performances

https://goo.gl/photos/X6N3fGjhNzQiQSBHA  - Bhogi Pandlu celebrations

NESSP is an independent local organization that has been serving the devotee needs for last nine years. In addition to temple related activities, NESSP also believes in helping the community that its part of. The organization has an active Charitable and Philanthropy charter. The different charitable activities NESSP has undertaken in the past are: Disaster Relief, Annadaan (food donation) to the homeless, Winter Clothes drive – Collection and distribution of warm winter clothes to the needy. Red Cross Blood donation drives, Lowell General hospital cancer center walks. NESSP Conducts Free health camp and Dental camps, Meditation and Yoga sessions. For kids, NESSP Conducts chess classes, Annual Academic competitions. NESSP is run by a dedicated team of volunteers.

NESSP is building a SAI temple at Groton-MA on the principles of Faith and Patience. With SAI blessings it happens to be the largest Sai temple of North America with the abode of Hindu Deities. Please follow the below link for temple project updates.

http://www.nessp.org/page/menu_0/19090.html

To be part of the temple project please follow the given link http://www.nessp.org/donate

Sri Satchidananda Sadguru Sainath Maharaj Ki Jai!

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