The Shrimad Rajchandra Spiritual Center (SRSC), USA, will host its Festival of Bliss from September 26 to 28, 2025, in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania. 

The multi-day private retreat is modeled after immersive gatherings organized by major global spiritual institutions and promises a blend of meditation, yoga, mindfulness, and community service.

According to the organizers, the event is designed to “facilitate harmony among the mind, body, soul and the surrounding natural environment” while encouraging participants to give back to the broader Poconos community.

Highlights of the Festival of Bliss include:

• Daily Spiritual Discourses by Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji – illuminating talks aimed at fostering inner transformation.
• Devotional Music – soulful performances by the acclaimed composer duo Sachin-Jigar.
• Mega Humanitarian Camp – healthcare support and meal-packing initiatives for underserved communities.
• Lakeside Ceremonies, Yoga, and Meditation – immersive sessions to reconnect with nature and the self.
• Nature Walks – explorations of SRSC’s 400-acre property, including a lake and forest trails.
• Atmarpit Diksha Ceremony – a sacred initiation into spiritual life under the guidance of the Guru.

Located on 400 acres in the Poconos, the SRSC serves as a wellness and community center for reflection, healthy living, and service. 

Conceived by Pujya Gurudevshri Rakeshji-a global spiritual leader, humanitarian, and peace ambassador-the center welcomes people from all backgrounds to learn practical tools for self-improvement while contributing to the local economy and community development.

The statement from organizers noted, “Pujya Gurudevshri’s universal message emphasizes cultivating self-awareness, living with compassion, and serving others selflessly. He has led thousands of discourses and meditation retreats and addressed international forums across the globe.”

Founder of the Shrimad Rajchandra Mission Dharampur (SRMD), Pujya Gurudevshri draws inspiration from Shrimad Rajchandraji, revered as Mahatma Gandhi’s spiritual mentor.

His humanitarian initiatives are channeled through Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care (SRLC), an expansive program serving communities across continents in the fields of healthcare, women and child welfare, education, animal protection, and environmental sustainability.

In recognition of his global impact, Pujya Gurudevshri received an Honorary Doctor of Divinity from Claremont School of Theology, Los Angeles, in 2023.

SRLC, which holds special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), has touched millions worldwide. Its latest initiative, Mission Africa, has been launched to tackle hunger, poverty, and unemployment in 16 nations.

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