As ISKCON approaches its historic 60th Anniversary in 2026, devotees across North America are preparing to honor a legacy that has transformed countless lives and shaped spiritual communities worldwide. To mark this miraculous milestone and heartfelt offering of gratitude to His Divine Grace A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Śrīla Prabhupāda and his extraordinary vision, ISKCON New York will host a weekend celebration under the theme “Origins: Celebrating the Past – Envisioning the Future.”
At the core of the celebration is the unifying concept “60 Incredible Years – 60 Impactful Stories.” This initiative seeks to illuminate how ISKCON has touched individuals, families, and societies over six decades—while also inspiring reflection on the future we are collectively shaping. Through personal narratives of service, transformation, faith, and dedication, these stories will demonstrate ISKCON’s enduring relevance and its ability to uplift everyone.
In preparation for this celebration, the organizing team will reach out to temples in North America and invite devotees to share stories that inspire, heal, and inform. These narratives will highlight ISKCON’s positive values, individual and collective endeavors, and the priorities shaping its present and future. The purpose of this campaign is to strengthen unity among North American temples by connecting, engaging, and involving communities in a spirit of revolutionary cooperation and appreciation —especially in preparing and empowering the next generation.
Ultimately, these stories will stand as living testimony to ISKCON’s mission: to transform lives and make a meaningful difference in the world through devotion, service, and compassion. We request that everyone submit their short stories by JUNE 15 here or via email.
Read more: https://iskconnews.org/celebrating-iskcon-60-incredible-years-with-60-impactful-stories/
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