By Radhapriya
Over the past several months, ISKCON Toronto has actively participated in three meaningful interfaith engagements, strengthening connections with other faith communities through dialogue, collaboration, and compassionate service.
On April 26, 2025, ISKCON Toronto welcomed a delegation of Catholic leaders and scholars to the temple as part of a continuing Catholic-Hindu dialogue initiative. This gathering included guests such as Father Daniel, Father Joseph, Father Prakash, Brian, Advisor for Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations, Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops, and Anna, a PhD candidate in Religious Studies at McGill University.
The evening began with a guided temple tour and darshan, followed by an inspiring session led by Krsnadas Kaviraj Dasa, who shared insights into the philosophical foundations of ISKCON and the practice of Bhakti Yoga. Attendees also had the opportunity to participate in kirtan, observe the evening Arati and engage in an interactive Q&A with resident devotees. Guests also met with students from the Bhakti Academy. The evening concluded with a nourishing meal at the Govinda’s Restaurant, allowing them to experience prasadam. Many of the visitors expressed sincere appreciation for the warm hospitality, noting how the experience deepened their understanding of the Vaishnava tradition.
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