Within the last two days there was incredible weather change. Such is April. From a snow blizzard of yesterday to the current light rain upon the green grasses, my body adjusts.
Mostly I stayed under the shelter of the temple. Annually a group of us come together to discuss how we are doing with our mission. Under the heading ITSO (ISKCON Temples of Southern Ontario) sixteen reps came from the various centres to learn, love and lean on each other for mutual support. Topics covered was the launch of “Govinda’s Prasadam Restaurants,” a book by Indresh Gaura, our acting Governing Body Commissioner for Zone One including all of Canada and six states in the U.S. and a host of other initiatives.
The bonding of our leaders is invaluable. The team spirit is critical in realizing some success. Following the five hour meeting which carried the theme “Strength,” there was a Hare Nama kirtan, a powerful chanting session. Chanting groups took turns in leading the mantras for deliverance. There certainly is strength in projecting powerful sound into the atmosphere.
There is no doubt that after several indoor activities one wants to escape and gain some association from the wind and sun even though that sun is obscured by the clouds. Walking is the avenue. To our surprise wild cherry trees boasted the most pleasant colours defining the spring season. I’m blessed to be in good company. That is so much the key to getting spiritually strong.
Its what we all hanker for — STRENGTH.
Source: https://www.thewalkingmonk.net/post/strength
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