ECKANKAR: Religion of the Light and Sound of God

Eckankar teaches that there is an audible life current known as the ECK, or Holy Spirit, that connects each of us with the heart of God. We can experience the ECK as Light and

Sound. Through study and practice of the Spiritual Exercises of ECK, we learn to recognize the Light and Sound of God as It touches our lives and brings increased divine love.

The spiritual leader of Eckankar is the Mahanta, the Living ECK Master, Sri Harold Klemp. The Mahanta is the inner, or spiritual form of the Living ECK Master. The Mahanta gives inner guidance through dreams, Soul Travel, and the Spiritual Exercises of ECK. Harold Klemp’s inspiring talks and writings, and his practical approach to spirituality, help thousands of people worldwide find greater freedom, wisdom and love. His teachings uplift and help people recognize their own experiences with the Light and Sound of God.

Harold Klemp The Spiritual Leader of

ECKANKAR

Membership in ECKANKAR

Eckankar, Religion of the Light and Sound of God, can help you find answers to your deepest spiritual questions. Through ECK Worship Services, books and book discussion classes, workshops and seminars, you will find new ways to unfold spiritually.

Membership in Eckankar is available for those who wish to take their spiritual studies further. Members receive printed monthly lessons from the spiritual leader of Eckankar, Sri Harold Klemp, the Mahanta, the Living ECK Master. These lessons can be studied privately at home or with others in spiritual study (Satsang) classes. For more information visit Eckankar’s Web site at www.eckankar.org, call 1-800-LOVE GOD, or write:

ECKANKAR Attn: Information, Dept. F23 PO Box 27300 Minneapolis, MN 55427 USA

ECKANKAR Religion of the Light and Sound of God

Reflections of Soul Utah Satsang Society, Inc.

8105 S. 700 E. Sandy, UT 84070

newsletter@eckankar-utah.org www.eckankar-utah.org

You’re Invited!

You’re invited to the 2015 ECK Worldwide Seminar

The Year of the Shariyat

October 23 – 25 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

This is the 50th year anniversary since ECKANKAR was brought out

to the public by Paul Twitchell in 1965.

It is also the 25th year anniversary since the completion and dedica-

tion of the Temple of ECK in Chanhassen, Minnesota, in 1990.

These two important milestones give added meaning to this year’s Worldwide Seminar.

Utah Satsang Society Newsletter

ECKANKAR RELIGION OF THE LIGHT AND SOUND OF GOD

Reflections

of Soul

oct/nov/dec 2015 Published Quarterly

ECK Worship Serv ice

"Spiritual Wisdom” Series

Book Discussion

The book discussions based on the seven Spiritual Wisdom books by Harold Klemp are continuing. This group meets on the 4th Sundays of the month at 10:30 a.m. at the ECK Center and at 4:00 p.m. at 1421 Adams Avenue in Ogden It is open to any interested person., and you may attend all seven sessions or any one particular discussion of your choice. The group began in July and will conclude in January, focusing on one book each month. Books for the next three months are Oct – Spiritual Wisdom on Prayer, Meditation and Contemplation Learn how prayer works and the nature of true prayer.

Nov – Spiritual Wisdom on Dreams Learn to remember and interpret your dreams. Dec – Spiritual Wisdom on Relationships Discover your bond of love with all life — and with God. There is a suggested donation of $25 for the seven-meeting series, which includes the booklets; or $5 per class (which includes one booklet).

T he public is warmly invited to attend ECK

worship services on the second Sunday of

every month in Salt Lake City. Each service focuses

on an aspect of Eckankar’s teachings. Services often

feature a reading from ECK works, singing HU (an

ancient love song to God), talks, music, and a group

discussion of spiritual principles at work in daily life.

Worship service lasts about an hour. Fellowship and a

potluck lunch follow.

J oin others seeking to bring more insight and

divine love into their lives at this special celebration of the Light and

Sound of God.

“True worship is listening to God.” Sri Harold Klemp, The Spiritual Leader of ECKANKAR

October 11 - 10:30 a.m. “The Shab, the Lover of Life”

November 8 - 10:30 a.m. “The Road to Heaven”

December 13 - 10:30 a.m. “Past Lives, Present Lessons”

Note: Services are held the second Sunday of the month.

Events Location: Utah ECKANKAR Center

8105 S. 700 E. Sandy, Utah

Or call: (801) 542-8070

Children’s and Youth Services (located in the ECK Center lower level): Children's and youth Satsang (ages 5+), 10:00 a.m. (prior to Worship Service)

Children's and youth Worship Service and activities, 10:30 - 11:30 (during Worship Service)

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Center Hours:

ECK Clergy Services

ECK Members and the

public are welcome to

contact a qualified ECK

cleric about the following

services:

The Four ECK Celebrations of Life. These

are the ECK Consecration Ceremony (for

young children), the ECK Rite of Passage (for

boys and girls of about age thirteen), the ECK

Wedding Ceremony, and the ECK Memorial

Service.

ESA Sessions. An ECK Spir itual Aide

session, though not counseling, can help you

find your own answers in challenging

situations through the personal guidance of

Divine Spirit. The ESA session is conducted

by an ECK Spiritual Aide, a specially

appointed and trained ECK cleric.

There are no fees for the above services, but

ECK clerics accept donations to Eckankar.

Contact the local ECK center for more info.

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Community HU Chants Learn how to sing HU, a Love Song to God. Held the first, third, and fifth Sunday mornings of each month at the Utah ECK Center in Sandy. Oct 4 & 18, Nov 1, 15 & 29; Dec 6 & 20; 10:30 a.m.

Book Discussion — “The Spiritual Wisdom Series” An ECK book discussion is a fun way to share insights and experiences and learn more about Eckankar. Join this book discussion, 4th Sundays. Oct 25, Nov 22, Dec 27 at 10:30 a.m. at the Utah ECK Center in Sandy. Oct 25, Nov 22, Dec 27 at 4:00 p.m. at 1421 Adams Ave, Ogden.

Spiritual Topics Open Discussion Have a question you want answered? Please join us for an informal fellowship. Enjoy listening or sharing your spiritual experiences, insights, and questions. Light refreshments. Oct 18, Dec 20 at 11:15 a.m. at the Utah ECK Center in Sandy.

Picnic in Nunns Park, Provo Join us for food and fellowship in a lovely outdoor setting. Bring a dish to share. Also bring family members and friends. Oct 4th at 12 noon.

2015 Springtime Seminar DVD Join other Eckists and friends to listen to the talk by Harold Klemp that he gave in April, 2015. October 9th, 7 p.m. at the ECK Center http://www.eckankar.org/Seminars/major.html

Utah Contact:

Sundays: 10:30 a.m. to Noon Thursdays: 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.

Phone: (801)542-8070 www.eckankar-utah.org

Sue Smith Regional ECK Spiritual Aide utahresa@eckankar-utah.org

(801) 662-8342

The opinions expressed in this publication are those of the writers and not necessarily those of ECKANKAR or the Mahanta, the

Living ECK Master, Sri Harold Klemp.

Copyright © 2015 by ECKANKAR. All rights reserved. The terms ECKANKAR, ECK, EK, MAHANTA, SOUL TRAVEL,

and VAIRAGI, among others, are trademarks of ECKANKAR, P.O. Box 27300, Minneapolis, MN 55427 U.S.A.

Published by the Utah Satsang Society, Inc. A Chartered Affiliate of

ECKANKAR.

8105 South 700 East Sandy, Utah

The reason for spiritual enlightenment is not to

escape life, but to learn how to live it richly, to enjoy it.

—Harold Klemp The Language of Soul

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ECKANKAR, the Religion of Light and Sound, will be represented at this year's Parliament of World Reli-gions. The Parliament of World Religions, which meets every 4 or 5 years in cities around the world, will meet at the Salt Palace Convention Center in Salt Lake City from Thursday, October 15th through Monday, October 19th. An ECKANKAR workshop is scheduled for Monday at 12:15 p.m. and is being presented by Leonard Gierach from Canada and Genevieve Marie from Australia. The title of this workshop is “Soul Equals Soul: Building Interfaith Connections.” In addition, the Utah Satsang Society, an affiliate of ECKANKAR will have a booth display on exhibit throughout the weekend. ECK volunteers will be avail-able at the booth to answer any questions and ready to listen to the spiritual experiences of Parliament at-tendees. Linda Anderson from Minnesota, author of 35 Golden Keys to Who You Are & Why You're Here will

ECKANKAR AT Parliament of World Religions

be available to sign her book and help tend the booth. From its beginning in 1893 in Chicago, the Parliament has brought together followers of Eastern and Western spiritu-al traditions. The goal is to promote understanding be-tween people of different backgrounds. It is expected that there will be 10,000 people attending this year’s Parliament, representing 80 nations and 50 faiths. Friday through Monday there will be plenary ses-sions with these themes: women’s rights; climate change; war, violence and hate; economic inequality; indigenous people; and emerging leaders. Dr. Jane Goodall will be one of the speakers. The Parliament asks that each individual (whether or not you attend) make a personal commitment to compassion, peace, justice and sustainability. For more information, please visit their website www.Parliamentofreligions.org.

How to Have More Divine Love in Your Life

Fran Blackwell, a 45-year member of ECKANKAR who currently lives in Florida, was in Utah August 8th to present her workshop “How to Have More Divine Love in Your Life.”

She quoted several times from the book Stranger by the River by Paul Twitchell and had video clips of talks by Harold Klemp at major seminars.

God already loves us, and the issue for us is to learn how to accept this love. We must love ourselves before we can accept the love of an-other, even God.

Singing HU changes how we see ourselves and opens our hearts to accept more love. When we do a spiritual exercise, it gives service to all life in the name of the Mahanta. Understand that giving service is giving love and try to do something every day just for love, with no thought of reward or recognition. One small act of love can lift all life.

We can practice loving ourselves and others, and make no mistake, it takes lots of practice. Practice compassion. Practice listening. Practice letting another person be right. Practice slowing down to the rhythm of God’s love. Consider making your goal to “Be Love.”

Provo Picnic

Please join us at 12 noon on Sunday, Octo-ber 4th for a pot-luck meal with fun and fel-lowship afterwards. The location is Nunns Park, 2017 North Can-yon Road in Provo. This is the site of the first hydroelectric pow-er plant in America, where the Provo River water flow was har-nessed to provide elec-tricity for the nearby mining operations in 1897. See what remind-ers you can find of this history.

Bring a dish to share. All friends and family members are welcome. There are trails for hik-ing or biking as well as open areas for contem-plation.